Chairman Speech, Verb Forms Review, Text Message Importance and Formal Letter Address Writing for Primary 6

Class: Primary 6
Term: Second Term
Week: 8
Age: 11 years
Duration: 45 minutes
Subject: English Language Studies
Curriculum Theme: English Language Studies
Previous Lesson: Introducing Special Guests, Antonyms with Suffixes, Email Importance and Formal Letter Features.
Topic: Chairman speech preparation, verb forms review, importance of good text message, writing formal letter addresses and dates
Subject Matter: Speech — guided speech making for chairman speech using appropriate registers, Structure — review of verb forms, Comprehension — importance of good text messages and preparing messages, Writing/Continuous Writing — writing writer’s and receiver’s addresses and date correctly for formal letters

Specific Objectives

By the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:

Cognitive Domain:

• Identify appropriate registers for a chairman’s speech.
• Recall different verb forms and their uses.
• State the importance of sending good text messages.
• Identify the correct format for writing writer’s and receiver’s addresses and dates in formal letters.

Affective Domain:

• Participate actively in group speech preparation.
• Appreciate the value of clear and concise communication in text messages.
• Show attention to detail when writing formal letter addresses and dates.

Psychomotor Domain:

• Prepare a chairman’s speech with guidance.
• Use different verb forms correctly in sentences.
• Draft clear and concise text messages.
• Write formal letter writer’s and receiver’s addresses and dates correctly.

Social Domain:

• Collaborate effectively with peers in group activities.
• Communicate ideas clearly through speech and written messages.

Reference Materials

The following resources were used in planning this lesson:

• 9 Years Basic Education Curriculum for Primary Schools
• State Unified Scheme of Work for Primary 6 English Language
• Effective English for Primary Schools, Book 6
• English Language Studies textbook for Primary 6
• Workbook
• Oral English manual
• Sound recorder
• Essay manual

Instructional Materials

The teacher will teach this lesson with the aid of:

• Textbook
• Workbook
• Oral English manual
• Sound recorder
• Essay manual
• Whiteboard/Chalkboard
• Markers/Chalk
• Sample formal letters
• Projector (optional)

Rationale for the Lesson

This lesson helps pupils to develop essential communication skills needed in various aspects of life. Understanding how to give a formal speech, use correct grammar, send clear messages, and write formal letters properly prepares pupils for future academic and social interactions.

Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge

Pupils have basic knowledge of parts of speech, simple sentence formation, and informal letter writing.

Lesson Content/Board Summary

Chairman Speech Preparation, Verb Forms Review, Good Text Messages, and Formal Letter Writing

Chairman Speech Preparation

A chairman’s speech is a formal address given by the leader of a meeting or event. It usually introduces the event, welcomes guests, and sets the tone.

When preparing a chairman’s speech, consider the following:

• Greeting: Welcome all attendees formally.
• Purpose: State the reason for the gathering.
• Key Points: Briefly mention what will be discussed or achieved.
• Register: Use formal and respectful language.
• Closing: Thank attendees and express hope for a successful event.

Review of Verb Forms

A verb is a word that describes an action, state, or occurrence. Verbs change their form depending on the tense, person, and number.

Common verb forms include:

• Base Form (Infinitive without ‘to’): The simplest form of the verb.
  • Example: play, sing, eat
• -s Form (Present Simple, third person singular): Used for he/she/it in the present tense.
  • Example: plays, sings, eats
• -ing Form (Present Participle): Used in continuous tenses.
  • Example: playing, singing, eating
• Past Simple Form: Used to describe actions completed in the past.
  • Example: played, sang, ate
• Past Participle Form: Used in perfect tenses and passive voice.
  • Example: played, sung, eaten

Importance of Good Text Messages

Good text messages are clear, concise, and convey information effectively. They are important for several reasons:

• Word Economy: They use fewer words to convey meaning, making them quick to read and understand.
• Saving Cost and Time: Shorter messages can be cheaper to send and quicker to type and deliver.
• Instant Delivery: Text messages are usually delivered immediately, allowing for quick communication.
• Clarity: Well-written messages avoid misunderstandings.
• Completeness: They include all necessary information without being too long.

Writing Formal Letter Addresses and Dates

Formal letters require specific formatting for addresses and dates.

• Writer’s Address (Sender’s Address):
  • This is the address of the person writing the letter.
  • It is usually placed at the top right-hand corner of the page.
  • It should not include the sender’s name.
  • Example:

    15, Adeola Street,
    Surulere,
    Lagos.

• Date:
  • The date is written directly below the writer’s address, leaving a line space.
  • It should be written in full.
  • Example:

    8th May, 2024
• Receiver’s Address (Recipient’s Address):
  • This is the address of the person or organization the letter is being sent to.
  • It is placed on the left-hand side of the page, below the date (after leaving a line space).
  • It includes the recipient’s title (e.g., Mr., Mrs., Dr.), name (if known), and full address.
  • Example:

    The Manager,
    First Bank Plc,
    Marina Branch,
    Lagos.

Teaching Methods/Instructional Techniques

Discussion, Lecture, Demonstration, Question and Answer, Visual Aids

Instructional Procedures

Step 1: Introduction

Time: 3 minutes
Teaching Skill: Set Induction
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher greets the pupils and asks them about different ways people communicate, both orally and in writing. The teacher then introduces the day’s lesson, highlighting that they will learn about preparing speeches, reviewing verbs, sending good text messages, and writing formal letter addresses.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils respond to the teacher’s questions and listen attentively to the introduction.
Learning Point: Pupils are introduced to the lesson’s topics and their relevance.

Step 2: Chairman Speech Preparation

Time: 9 minutes
Teaching Skill: Explanation/Demonstration
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher explains what a chairman’s speech is and outlines its key components and appropriate registers. The teacher provides a simple example of a chairman’s speech. The teacher then divides pupils into groups and guides them to prepare a short chairman’s speech for a mock event (e.g., end-of-year party, school debate).
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils listen to the explanation, observe the example, and work in their groups to prepare a chairman’s speech. Some groups dramatize their speech presentation.
Learning Point: Pupils understand the structure and delivery of a chairman’s speech and practice creating one.

Step 3: Review of Verb Forms

Time: 7 minutes
Teaching Skill: Review/Drill
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher reviews the definition of a verb and explains different verb forms (base, -s, -ing, past simple, past participle) using examples on the board. The teacher gives pupils drills, asking them to identify verb forms in sentences and use different forms correctly.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils recall verb definitions, identify verb forms, and provide more examples, using them in sentences as directed by the teacher.
Learning Point: Pupils reinforce their understanding and correct usage of various verb forms.

Step 4: Importance of Good Text Messages

Time: 6 minutes
Teaching Skill: Explanation/Discussion
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher explains the importance of good text messages, focusing on word economy, saving cost and time, instant delivery, clarity, and completeness. The teacher encourages pupils to discuss situations where clear text messages are important.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils listen to the explanation and contribute to the discussion by sharing their experiences and understanding of good text messages.
Learning Point: Pupils understand the reasons why good text messages are important in daily communication.

Step 5: Drafting Text Messages

Time: 5 minutes
Teaching Skill: Guided Practice
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher provides scenarios (e.g., inviting a friend to a party, reminding a parent about school fees) and guides pupils to draft short, clear, and concise text messages for these scenarios. The teacher asks some pupils to read out their drafted messages.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils draft text messages based on the given scenarios and present them to the class.
Learning Point: Pupils practice applying the principles of good text messages in practical situations.

Step 6: Writing Formal Letter Addresses and Dates

Time: 9 minutes
Teaching Skill: Explanation/Demonstration
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher explains and demonstrates how to correctly write the writer’s address, date, and receiver’s address for a formal letter on the board, emphasizing correct formatting and punctuation. The teacher shows real examples of formal letters if available.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils observe the teacher’s demonstration, copy the examples, and practice writing different addresses and dates in their notebooks.
Learning Point: Pupils learn and practice the correct format for writing addresses and dates in formal letters.

Step 7: Evaluation/Review

Time: 5 minutes

Teaching Skill: Questioning/Assessment

Teacher’s Activity: The teacher evaluates the learning by asking the following questions:

1. Mention two key elements of a chairman’s speech.
2. List three different verb forms and give an example for each.
3. State two reasons why good text messages are important.
4. Describe the correct placement of the writer’s address on a formal letter.
5. Write today’s date in the formal letter format.

Pupils’ Activity: Pupils answer orally and in writing.

Learning Point: Pupils demonstrate understanding of the lesson.

Step 8: Conclusion

Time: 1 minute
Teaching Skill: Recap
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher summarizes the main points of the lesson, reiterating the importance of clear communication in both spoken and written forms. The teacher assigns homework, asking pupils to write a formal letter to their class teacher requesting permission to use the school library.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils listen to the summary and copy down the homework assignment.
Learning Point: Pupils consolidate their learning and receive an assignment to practice the learned skills.

Home Task: Write four correct English sentences that demonstrate the main language skill in Chairman speech preparation, verb forms review, importance of good text message, writing formal….

Lesson Keywords

• Chairman Speech – A formal address given by the leader of a meeting or event.
• Registers – The style of language, grammar, and vocabulary used in a particular situation.
• Verb Forms – Different versions of a verb (e.g., base, -s, -ing, past simple, past participle) used to indicate tense, person, or number.
• Text Message – A short electronic message sent and received on a mobile phone.
• Formal Letter – A letter written for official or professional purposes, following specific conventions.
• Address – The details of the location of a person or organization.
• Date – The particular day, month, and year.

Differentiation

For pupils who grasp concepts quickly, the teacher can challenge them to identify more complex verb forms or to draft a longer chairman’s speech. For pupils who require additional support, the teacher will provide more one-on-one guidance, simplified examples, and allow them to work with a partner for speech preparation and message drafting.

Note for teachers using this lesson plan

Encourage active participation by all pupils. Use real-life examples of speeches, text messages, and formal letters to make the lesson relatable. Pay close attention to pupils’ writing of addresses and dates, as this often requires careful correction.