Creating and editing simple MS Word and MS PowerPoint content for Primary 4

Class: Primary 4
Term: Second Term
Week: 3
Age: 9 years
Duration: 45 minutes
Subject: Basic Digital Literacy
Curriculum Theme: Basic Computer Operations
Focal competence: Creating and editing digital content using MS Office applications
Key competencies/values: ICT and Digital Competencies; Information Literacy
Skills:

• Creating and editing digital content using MS Word and MS PowerPoint

Previous Lesson: Creating, Saving, Copying, Moving, Renaming and Deleting Files and Folders
Topic: Digital Content Creation
Subject Matter: Creating and editing simple MS Word and MS PowerPoint content

Specific Objectives

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

Cognitive Domain

• Identify the basic steps to create a new document in MS Word.
• State how to add text to an MS Word document.
• Describe how to create a new slide in MS PowerPoint.

Affective Domain

• Appreciate the importance of digital tools for creating content.
• Show interest in learning more about MS Word and MS PowerPoint.

Psychomotor Domain

• Demonstrate how to type and edit simple text in MS Word.
• Create a simple slide with text in MS PowerPoint.

Social Domain

• Collaborate with peers during practical activities.

Reference Materials

The following resources were used in planning this lesson:

• 2025 Revised 9 Years Basic Education Curriculum
• Relevant State Unified Scheme of Work
• Basic Digital Literacy for Primary Schools, Book 4
• The HeadTeacher Scheme of work

Instructional Materials

The teacher will teach this lesson with the aid of:

• Computers (desktops, laptops)
• Tablets
• Smartphones
• Internet Access (if needed for software updates or online versions)
• PowerPoint Presentations (pre-prepared for demonstration)
• Projector or interactive whiteboard (for demonstrating)

Rationale for the Lesson

This lesson is important because it equips pupils with foundational skills in digital content creation, which is essential in today’s digital world. Learning to use MS Word and PowerPoint helps pupils organize thoughts, present information, and communicate effectively using technology. These skills are crucial for academic success and future digital literacy.

Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge

Pupils should have basic knowledge of computer parts, how to turn a computer on and off, and how to use a mouse and keyboard.

Lesson Content/Board Summary

Digital Content Creation

Creating and Editing Simple MS Word Content

Microsoft Word is a word processing program used to create documents, letters, reports, and more. To create and edit content in MS Word, follow these basic steps:

1. Opening MS Word: Click on the Start button, then find and click on “Microsoft Word” from the programs list.
2. Creating a New Document: When Word opens, you can choose “Blank document” to start a new file.
3. Typing Text: Use the keyboard to type your desired text into the document.
4. Saving the Document: Click “File,” then “Save As,” choose a location (like “Documents”), type a name for your file, and click “Save.”
5. Editing Text:
   1. Selecting Text: Click and drag the mouse over the text you want to change.
   2. Changing Font Size/Colour: Use the tools in the “Home” tab to make text bigger, smaller, or change its colour.
   3. Bold, Italic, Underline: Select text and click the ‘B’ (Bold), ‘I’ (Italic), or ‘U’ (Underline) buttons in the “Home” tab.
   4. Deleting Text: Select the text and press the “Delete” or “Backspace” key on the keyboard.
   5. Copy and Paste: Select text, right-click and choose “Copy.” Then click where you want to place it, right-click and choose “Paste.”

Creating and Editing Simple MS PowerPoint Content

Microsoft PowerPoint is a presentation program used to create slideshows for talks or reports. To create and edit simple presentations, follow these steps:

1. Opening MS PowerPoint: Click on the Start button, then find and click on “Microsoft PowerPoint.”
2. Creating a New Presentation: Select “Blank Presentation” when PowerPoint opens.
3. Adding a New Slide: Click on the “New Slide” button in the “Home” tab to add another slide to your presentation.
4. Adding Text to a Slide: Click inside the text boxes (placeholders) on the slide and type your content (e.g., a title or bullet points).
5. Saving the Presentation: Click “File,” then “Save As,” choose a location, type a name for your presentation, and click “Save.”
6. Basic Editing: You can edit text on slides similar to how you edit in MS Word (e.g., changing font size, colour, bolding).

Teaching Methods/Instructional Techniques

Discussion, Demonstration, Guided Practice, Question and Answer, Explanation, Individual Practice, Practical Activity

Instructional Procedures

Step 1: Introduction

Time: 5 minutes

Teaching Skill: Engaging/Questioning

Teacher’s Activity: The teacher greets the pupils and asks them if they have ever seen someone type on a computer or use a computer to show pictures and words for a presentation. The teacher then introduces the topic: creating and editing simple content using MS Word and MS PowerPoint.

Pupils’ Activity: Pupils respond to the questions and listen attentively to the introduction.

Learning Point: Introduction to digital content

Step 2: Understanding MS Word

Time: 7 minutes

Teaching Skill: Explanation/Demonstration

Teacher’s Activity: The teacher explains what MS Word is and its uses (e.g., writing letters, stories). The teacher then demonstrates how to open MS Word and create a new blank document on a computer or projector.

Pupils’ Activity: Pupils observe the teacher’s demonstration and listen to the explanation.

Learning Point: MS Word introduction

Step 3: Creating and Typing in MS Word

Time: 8 minutes

Teaching Skill: Demonstration/Guided Practice

Teacher’s Activity: The teacher demonstrates how to type a simple sentence or paragraph into the new MS Word document. The teacher guides pupils to open MS Word on their devices and type a short sentence about themselves.

Pupils’ Activity: Pupils follow the teacher’s instructions to type a short sentence in MS Word.

Learning Point: Typing in MS Word

Step 4: Editing Text in MS Word

Time: 7 minutes

Teaching Skill: Demonstration/Guided Practice

Teacher’s Activity: The teacher demonstrates basic editing functions in MS Word, such as selecting text, making it bold, changing its colour, or deleting words. The teacher then guides pupils to edit the sentence they typed (e.g., make their name bold, change the colour of a word).

Pupils’ Activity: Pupils practice basic text editing in their MS Word documents.

Learning Point: Basic MS Word editing

Step 5: Understanding MS PowerPoint

Time: 5 minutes

Teaching Skill: Explanation/Demonstration

Teacher’s Activity: The teacher explains what MS PowerPoint is and its uses (e.g., making presentations). The teacher demonstrates how to open MS PowerPoint and start a new blank presentation.

Pupils’ Activity: Pupils observe the teacher’s demonstration and listen to the explanation.

Learning Point: MS PowerPoint introduction

Step 6: Creating a Simple Slide in PowerPoint

Time: 4 minutes

Teaching Skill: Demonstration/Guided Practice

Teacher’s Activity: The teacher demonstrates how to add a new slide and type a simple title and one bullet point on it. The teacher then guides pupils to create one simple slide with their name as the title and their favourite colour as a bullet point.

Pupils’ Activity: Pupils create a simple slide in MS PowerPoint following the teacher’s guidance.

Learning Point: Creating a simple slide

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. How do you create a new document in MS Word?
2. Mention one way to edit text in MS Word.
3. How do you add a new slide in MS PowerPoint?
4. What is MS PowerPoint used for?

Pupils’ Activity: Pupils answer orally and in writing.

Learning Point: Understanding content creation

Step 8: Note-Taking

Time: 4 minutes

Teaching Skill: Guided Writing

Teacher’s Activity: The teacher guides pupils to copy the essential Board Summary notes on creating and editing simple MS Word and MS PowerPoint content into their notebooks.

Pupils’ Activity: Pupils copy the notes carefully into their notebooks.

Learning Point: Recording lesson notes

Step 9: Conclusion

Time: 5 minutes

Teaching Skill: Reinforcement

Teacher’s Activity: The teacher briefly recaps the main points of creating and editing content in MS Word and PowerPoint, encouraging pupils to practice these skills. The teacher praises pupils for their participation and effort.

Pupils’ Activity: Pupils listen and ask any final questions.

Learning Point: Lesson summary and practice

Continuous Assessment/Further Study

Type: Homework/Practice Exercise

Instruction: Using a computer, tablet, or smartphone, complete the following tasks:

1. Open MS Word and type a short paragraph about your school.
2. Bold the name of your school in the paragraph.
3. Open MS PowerPoint and create two slides.
4. On the first slide, write “My Favourite Things” as the title.
5. On the second slide, list three of your favourite things using bullet points.

Lesson Keywords

• MS Word – A program used for typing and editing documents.
• MS PowerPoint – A program used for creating presentations and slideshows.
• Document – A file created in MS Word, usually containing text.
• Slide – A single page in a PowerPoint presentation.
• Edit – To make changes to text or content.
• Create – To make something new, like a document or presentation.

Differentiation

For weaker learners: Provide pre-opened MS Word and PowerPoint applications. Give them simpler sentences to type and guide them step-by-step through each editing function. Pair them with faster learners for support.
For faster learners: Challenge them to explore more editing options like changing font styles, inserting simple shapes, or saving their work in different formats. Encourage them to help their peers.

Suggested Lesson Videos

For a visual demonstration of creating and editing in MS Word and PowerPoint, search on YouTube for: primary 4 ms word powerpoint basics

Teacher Guide for Using This Lesson Plan

Before the lesson, ensure all computers, tablets, or smartphones are charged and have MS Office applications (or compatible alternatives like Google Docs/Slides) installed and ready. Test the projector or interactive whiteboard if you plan to use one for demonstrations. Begin by engaging pupils with questions about their prior exposure to computers. Follow the instructional procedures closely, demonstrating each step clearly before allowing pupils to practice. Pay close attention during guided practice to identify pupils who may be struggling and provide immediate support. Encourage peer-to-peer learning. Pupils should copy the Board Summary notes during Step 8. Conclude by reinforcing the importance of digital literacy and encouraging continued practice.