Grade III Lesson Plan Basic Communication

Lesson Plan: Basic Communication

Grade Level: Grade 3

Subject: English

Duration: 2 Weeks (10 class periods, 40 minutes each)

CBSE Alignment:

  • Textbook Reference: NCERT "Marigold" Class 3 (e.g., Unit 1: "Good Morning," Unit 2: "The Magic Garden").
  • Learning Outcomes: Use greetings, introductions, and polite expressions; engage in simple conversations about daily life.

Objectives:

By the end of the two weeks, students will be able to:

  1. Use a variety of greetings (e.g., "Good morning," "Hello") and farewells (e.g., "Goodbye," "See you").
  2. Introduce themselves and others with basic details (e.g., name, age, likes).
  3. Ask and answer simple questions (e.g., "How are you?" "What do you like?").
  4. Use polite words (e.g., "Please," "Thank you," "Sorry") in appropriate situations.
  5. Engage in short dialogues about school, home, and playtime.
  6. Express feelings and needs clearly (e.g., "I am happy," "I need water").

Materials Needed:

  • Flashcards with greetings, phrases, and pictures (e.g., "Hello," "School")
  • Pictures of daily activities (e.g., reading, playing)
  • Puppets or soft toys for role-play
  • Whiteboard/markers or blackboard/chalk
  • "Marigold" textbook for stories/poems
  • Worksheets for matching, filling, or drawing
  • Props (e.g., toy pencil, pretend food)
  • Audio of songs (e.g., "Good Morning Song") or teacher-led singing

Week 1: Greetings, Introductions, and Politeness

Day 1: Greetings and Farewells

Objective: Use basic greetings and farewells confidently.
Activities:

  1. Warm-Up (5 min): Sing "Good Morning Song" (from "Marigold" Unit 1) with waves.
  2. Direct Instruction (15 min):
    • Teach: "Good morning," "Hello," "Good afternoon," "Goodbye," "See you."
    • Model: "Good morning, friends!" (morning), "Goodbye, class!" (end).
  3. Activity (15 min): Greeting Circle
    • Students sit in a circle. Teacher says: "Hello, [name]!" Child replies: "Hello, teacher!" and adds "Goodbye!"
    • Practice with peers.
  4. Wrap-Up (5 min): Ask: "What do you say when you meet a friend?"
    Homework: Say "Good morning" and "Goodbye" to family and tell them tomorrow.

Day 2: Introducing Myself

Objective: Introduce self with name and age.
Activities:

  1. Recap (5 min): Greet: "Good morning!" Students reply: "Good morning, teacher!"
  2. Direct Instruction (15 min):
    • Teach: "My name is [name]. I am [age] years old."
    • Model with puppet: "Hello! My name is Teddy. I am 5 years old."
  3. Activity (15 min): Name Game
    • Students stand, say: "Hello! My name is [name]. I am [age] years old." Next child repeats.
    • Teacher helps with numbers if needed.
  4. Wrap-Up (5 min): Ask: "What’s your name and age?"
    Homework: Draw yourself and write: "My name is [name]. I am [age]."

Day 3: Asking "How Are You?"

Objective: Ask and answer about feelings.
Activities:

  1. Recap (5 min): Greet: "Hello, everyone!" Students introduce: "My name is…"
  2. Direct Instruction (15 min):
    • Teach: "How are you?" and answers: "I am fine," "I am happy," "I am tired."
    • Model: "How are you? I am happy today!" Use smiley/sad faces.
  3. Activity (15 min): Feelings Pair
    • In pairs, students ask: "How are you?" Answer: "I am [feeling]." Partner says: "Good!"
    • Practice with different feelings.
  4. Wrap-Up (5 min): Ask: "How are you right now?"
    Homework: Ask a family member: "How are you?" and write their answer (e.g., "Mummy is fine").

Day 4: Polite Expressions

Objective: Use "Please," "Thank you," and "Sorry" appropriately.
Activities:

  1. Recap (5 min): Ask: "How are you?" Students reply with feelings.
  2. Direct Instruction (15 min):
    • Teach: "Please" (ask), "Thank you" (thank), "Sorry" (apologize).
    • Model: "Please give me a pencil. Thank you! Sorry, I dropped it."
  3. Activity (15 min): Polite Play
    • Students role-play: "Please pass the book." "Thank you!" Drop a prop and say: "Sorry!"
    • Practice in pairs.
  4. Wrap-Up (5 min): Ask: "What do you say when you want help?"
    Homework: Write 3 sentences with "Please," "Thank you," "Sorry" (e.g., "Please open the door").

Day 5: What Do You Like?

Objective: Talk about likes and preferences.
Activities:

  1. Recap (5 min): Greet: "Good afternoon!" Use polite words: "Please say hello."
  2. Direct Instruction (15 min):
    • Teach: "What do you like?" and "I like [thing/activity]" (e.g., "I like flowers").
    • Model from "The Magic Garden": "I like flowers. What do you like?"
  3. Activity (15 min): Likes Circle
    • Students say: "Hello! My name is [name]. I like [something]." (e.g., "I like playing").
    • Use pictures (e.g., flower, ball) to help.
  4. Wrap-Up (5 min): Ask: "What does your friend like?"
    Homework: Draw something you like and write: "I like [thing]."

Week 2: Questions, Needs, and Conversations

Day 6: Where Are You Going?

Objective: Ask and answer about locations.
Activities:

  1. Recap (5 min): Greet: "Hello! What do you like?" Students reply.
  2. Direct Instruction (15 min):
    • Teach: "Where are you going?" and "I am going to [place]" (e.g., school, home).
    • Model: "Where are you going? I am going to the garden."
  3. Activity (15 min): Going Places
    • Students move to pretend places (e.g., desk = school). Partner asks: "Where are you going?" Answer: "I am going to school."
    • Add "Thank you" for fun.
  4. Wrap-Up (5 min): Ask: "Where are you going after school?"
    Homework: Write 2 sentences: "I am going to [place]." (e.g., "I am going to the park").

Day 7: What Are You Doing?

Objective: Describe actions in simple conversations.
Activities:

  1. Recap (5 min): Greet: "Good morning! Where are you going?"
  2. Direct Instruction (15 min):
    • Teach: "What are you doing?" and "I am [action]" (e.g., "I am reading").
    • Model: "What are you doing? I am singing."
  3. Activity (15 min): Action Game
    • Students mime actions (e.g., writing). Partner asks: "What are you doing?" Answer: "I am writing."
    • Switch roles.
  4. Wrap-Up (5 min): Ask: "What are you doing now?" (e.g., "I am sitting")
    Homework: Draw yourself doing something and write: "I am [action]."

Day 8: Expressing Needs

Objective: Communicate basic needs politely.
Activities:

  1. Recap (5 min): Ask: "What are you doing?" Students mime and answer.
  2. Direct Instruction (15 min):
    • Teach: "I am [need]" (e.g., "I am hungry") and "Can I have [thing]?" (e.g., "Can I have water?").
    • Model: "I am thirsty. Can I have water? Thank you!"
  3. Activity (15 min): Needs Role-Play
    • Use props (e.g., cup). Students say: "I am hungry. Can I have food?" Partner replies: "Yes, here you are."
    • Practice "Please" and "Thank you."
  4. Wrap-Up (5 min): Ask: "What do you say when you’re tired?"
    Homework: Write 2 sentences about needs (e.g., "I am thirsty. Can I have water?").

Day 9: Short Conversations

Objective: Combine greetings, questions, and polite words in dialogues.
Activities:

  1. Recap (5 min): Greet: "Hello! How are you?" Add needs: "I am hungry."
  2. Direct Instruction (15 min):
    • Teach a dialogue: "Hello! How are you? I am fine. What do you like? I like flowers. Goodbye!"
    • Model with puppet from "Marigold" (e.g., "The Magic Garden" flower).
  3. Activity (15 min): Pair Talk
    • In pairs, students practice the dialogue, adding their own answers (e.g., "I like playing").
    • Include "Please" or "Thank you."
  4. Wrap-Up (5 min): Ask: "What’s one thing you said today?"
    Homework: Write a 4-line dialogue between you and a friend (e.g., "Hello! What are you doing?").

Day 10: Review and Storytelling

Objective: Apply communication skills in a story.
Activities:

  1. Warm-Up (5 min): Sing "Goodbye Song" (e.g., "Goodbye, goodbye, see you again").
  2. Review (15 min): Conversation Chain
    • In a circle, each student greets, asks a question (e.g., "How are you?"), and answers (e.g., "I am fine. What do you like?").
    • Add "Sorry" if they miss a turn.
  3. Activity (15 min): Story Talk
    • Students retell "The Magic Garden" (Unit 2) in pairs: "Hello, flower! How are you? I am happy. What do you like? I like sunlight."
    • Write 4 lines of their own garden story.
  4. Wrap-Up (5 min): Share stories. Ask: "What did you learn to say?" Celebrate with a cheer.
    Homework: Draw a garden and write a 4-line conversation (e.g., "Hello, tree! I like you.").

Assessment:

  • Formative: Participation in role-plays, games, and discussions; accuracy in worksheets and homework.
  • Summative: Day 10 story talk (scored out of 10: 4 for dialogue, 3 for politeness, 3 for creativity).
  • Observation: Confidence in speaking and responding during activities.

Extensions:

  • Reading: Use "Marigold" poems (e.g., "Good Morning") to practice greetings aloud.
  • Game: Play "Question Relay" (pass a ball, ask a question).
  • Writing: Write a letter to a friend using greetings and polite words.

Notes for Teachers:

  • Link to "Marigold" stories (e.g., garden, morning) for context.
  • Use simple language and repeat phrases for reinforcement.
  • Encourage shy students with puppets or peer support.
  • Keep activities fun to maintain engagement.