Note for teachers using this lesson plan

Before the lesson, prepare name tags for pupils (if possible) or have a soft ball/beanbag ready for a simple name game. The central idea is for pupils to confidently say their own name and begin to recognise the names of their classmates. Observe pupils as they take turns introducing themselves and responding to others’ introductions to gauge their understanding and participation.

Class: Pre-School Level 3
Term: First Term
Week: 1
Age: 4 years
Duration: 30 minutes
Subject: Personal Development
Curriculum Theme: Personal Development
Previous Lesson: Not separately stated in the scheme.
Topic: Introducing Yourself and Getting to Know Classmates
Subject Matter: Welcoming and Getting to Know Each Other. Weekly focus: Introducing Yourself and Getting to Know Classmates.

Specific Objectives

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

Cognitive Domain

State their own name clearly when asked.
Identify the names of some classmates.

Affective Domain

Show willingness to introduce themselves to others.
Express happiness in learning classmates’ names.

Psychomotor Domain

Wave and point to themselves when introducing their name.
Pass a soft ball or beanbag to a classmate during a name game.

Participate actively in group introduction activities.
Listen respectfully when classmates introduce themselves.

Reference Materials

NAPPS National Unified Teaching Scheme for Pre-School Level 3, Early Childhood Care and Education resources.

Instructional Materials

Charts with pictures of children, name tags (optional), a soft ball or beanbag.

Rationale for the Lesson

This lesson is crucial for 4-year-olds as it helps them develop self-awareness and social skills. Learning to introduce themselves and knowing their classmates’ names fosters a sense of belonging, builds confidence, and lays the foundation for positive social interactions and friendships within the classroom environment.

Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge

Pupils can recognise their own names when called and respond to simple greetings like “Hello” or “Good morning.”

Lesson Content/Board Summary

Introducing Yourself and Getting to Know Classmates

When we meet new people, especially our friends in school, it is good to tell them our name and learn their names too!

How to introduce yourself:

Look at the person.
Smile.
Say: “Hello! My name is [Your Name].”

Why it is important:

It helps us make new friends.
It helps us know who is in our class.
It makes everyone feel welcome and happy.

Getting to Know Our Friends Rhyme

Tune: “Twinkle, Twinkle Little Star”

Lyrics:

Hello, hello, what’s your name?
Let’s play a happy game!
My name is [Teacher’s Name], it’s true,
Now tell me, what’s your name too?
Hello, hello, what’s your name?
Let’s play a happy game!

Actions: Wave hands, point to self, point to a friend, clap hands.

Watch and Practise

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PX_f4htL-18

Key Words

Hello – A greeting we say when we meet someone.
Name – What we are called.
Friend – Someone we like to play with and talk to.

💡 Teacher Guide for Using This Board Summary

How to teach the content: Begin by greeting pupils warmly. Explain in simple terms why it’s important to know each other’s names. Model how to introduce yourself clearly, using “Hello, my name is…” and encourage pupils to repeat after you. Emphasise looking at the person and smiling.

What to show or demonstrate: Use your own name as an example. Point to yourself as you say your name. You can use name tags if available, showing pupils how to wear them and read their own names. Demonstrate the actions for the rhyme clearly.

How to use the rhyme/song: Introduce the “Getting to Know Our Friends Rhyme” by singing it slowly first, then with actions. Sing it a few times, encouraging pupils to join in and substitute their own names when appropriate. This helps reinforce the concept of names in a fun, repetitive way.

How to use the video: Introduce the video by telling pupils they will watch a song about names. Play the video “What’s Your Name? | Kids Songs | Super Simple Songs.” After watching, encourage pupils to sing along to the chorus and practise saying “What’s your name?” and “My name is…” as shown in the video. Discuss what they saw and heard.

What to watch for: Observe if pupils are shy or hesitant to say their names. Provide gentle encouragement and repeat the modelling if needed. Watch for pupils who might struggle to remember classmates’ names and offer support by repeating names clearly.

Teaching Methods/Instructional Techniques

Play-based Learning, Demonstration, Guided Practice, Songs and Rhymes, Picture Talk, Question and Answer, Role-play, Imitation, Practical Activity.

Instructional Procedures

Step 1: Introduction

Time: 3 minutes

Teaching Skill: Engagement/Greeting

Teacher’s Activity: The teacher greets the pupils with a cheerful “Good morning, everyone!” and leads a simple “Hello” song or chant to get everyone engaged.

Pupils’ Activity: Pupils respond to the greeting and participate in the “Hello” song/chant.

Learning Point: Pupils are welcomed and ready to learn.

Step 2: Teacher Introduction

Time: 4 minutes

Teaching Skill: Modelling/Demonstration

Teacher’s Activity: The teacher introduces herself clearly, “Hello, everyone! My name is Miss/Mr. [Teacher’s Name]. I am happy to be your teacher.” The teacher points to herself as she says her name.

Pupils’ Activity: Pupils listen attentively to the teacher’s introduction and observe how she introduces herself.

Learning Point: Pupils learn the teacher’s name and observe a model for self-introduction.

Step 3: Guided Pupil Introduction

Time: 6 minutes

Teaching Skill: Guided Practice/Facilitation

Teacher’s Activity: The teacher explains that it’s now time for everyone to introduce themselves. The teacher goes to each pupil, prompts them gently, “What is your name?” and helps them say, “My name is [Pupil’s Name].” The teacher repeats each pupil’s name clearly.

Pupils’ Activity: Pupils take turns to introduce themselves, saying their names with the teacher’s help. They listen to their classmates’ names.

Learning Point: Pupils practise introducing themselves and begin to hear classmates’ names.

Step 4: Name Game (Ball Toss)

Time: 5 minutes

Teaching Skill: Activity-based Learning/Reinforcement

Teacher’s Activity: The teacher introduces a soft ball/beanbag. “Now, let’s play a game! When I pass the ball to you, say ‘My name is…’ and then pass it to a friend and try to say their name.” The teacher models first, then facilitates the game, helping pupils with names as needed.

Pupils’ Activity: Pupils take turns catching the ball, introducing themselves, and trying to say a friend’s name as they pass the ball.

Learning Point: Pupils reinforce self-introduction and practise remembering classmates’ names in a fun, interactive way.

Step 5: Rhyme Reinforcement

Time: 3 minutes

Teaching Skill: Song/Rhyme Integration

Teacher’s Activity: The teacher leads the pupils in singing the “Getting to Know Our Friends Rhyme” from the Board Summary again, encouraging them to use actions and sing loudly.

Pupils’ Activity: Pupils sing the rhyme with actions, enjoying the repetition and reinforcing the concept of names.

Learning Point: Pupils consolidate learning through rhythmic repetition and movement.

Step 6: Video and Discussion

Time: 4 minutes

Teaching Skill: Visual Learning/Discussion

Teacher’s Activity: The teacher plays the “What’s Your Name?” video. After the video, the teacher asks, “What did the children in the video do? What did they say?” and encourages pupils to practise the phrases from the song.

Pupils’ Activity: Pupils watch the video, listen to the song, and participate in a short discussion, practising the phrases.

Learning Point: Pupils gain further exposure to self-introduction through a visual and auditory medium.

Step 7: Evaluation/Review

Time: 4–5 minutes

Teaching Skill: Questioning/Assessment

Teacher’s Activity: The teacher checks pupils’ understanding through short questions and practical tasks.

“What is your name?” (Teacher asks individual pupils.)
“Can you tell me the name of your friend sitting next to you?”
“Show me how you introduce yourself.”

Pupils’ Activity: Pupils respond orally and demonstrate the required skill where appropriate.

Learning Point: Pupils demonstrate understanding of the lesson.

Step 8: Conclusion

Time: 1 minute

Teaching Skill: Summarising/Encouragement

Teacher’s Activity: The teacher praises the pupils for their participation and reminds them to always be friendly and learn new friends’ names. “Well done, everyone! Now we know each other better. Let’s always be good friends!”

Pupils’ Activity: Pupils listen to the conclusion and feel encouraged.

Learning Point: Pupils understand the importance of being friendly and knowing names.

Lesson Keywords

Hello – A greeting we say when we meet someone.
Name – What we are called.
Friend – Someone we like to play with and talk to.

Differentiation

Support: For pupils who are shy or struggle to say their names, the teacher can provide extra one-on-one modelling, use hand-over-hand gestures to point to themselves, or encourage them to say just their first name. Peer support can also be used, where a confident classmate helps a shy one.
Extension: For pupils who quickly grasp the concept, encourage them to say a little more about themselves (e.g., “My name is Bola, and I like to play with cars.”) or challenge them to remember and say the names of three or more classmates.