Giving a short oral presentation about oneself or a friend for Primary 1

Class: Primary 1
Term: Third Term
Week: 6
Age: 6 years
Duration: 45 minutes
Subject: English Studies
Curriculum Theme: Listening and Speaking
Focal competence: Appropriately introducing self and others
Key competencies/values: Communication; ICT and Digital Competencies; Collaboration
Skills:

• Introducing self and others appropriately

Previous Lesson: Reading an informational text about a familiar topic
Topic: Introduction Of Self And Others
Subject Matter: Giving a short oral presentation about oneself or a friend

Specific Objectives

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

Cognitive Domain

• State their own name clearly.
• Mention a friend’s name when introducing them.

Affective Domain

• Show politeness by listening attentively when others speak.
• Appreciate the importance of clear communication.

Psychomotor Domain

• Give a short oral presentation about themselves.
• Present a short oral introduction of a friend.

Social Domain

• Interact appropriately during introductions with peers.

Reference Materials

The following resources were used in planning this lesson:

• 2025 Revised 9 Years Basic Education Curriculum
• Relevant State Unified Scheme of Work
• Primary English Textbook 1
• The HeadTeacher Scheme of work

Instructional Materials

The teacher will teach this lesson with the aid of:

• Approved publisher-neutral text
• Letter, word and picture cards
• Exercise books and pencils
• Real objects or charts (e.g., pictures of children introducing themselves)

Rationale for the Lesson

This lesson is important because it equips pupils with fundamental social skills necessary for effective communication. Learning to introduce oneself and others fosters confidence and helps pupils build positive relationships in school and beyond. It also lays the groundwork for more complex oral presentation skills in the future.

Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge

Pupils should be able to recognise their own name and respond to simple greetings.

Lesson Content/Board Summary

Introduction Of Self And Others

Introducing Yourself

When you introduce yourself, you tell people who you are. It is good to speak clearly and smile.

1. Say your name: “My name is [your name].”
2. You can also add something simple about yourself, like: “I am in Primary 1.” or “I like to play.”

Example: “Hello, my name is Emeka. I am in Primary 1.”

Introducing a Friend

When you introduce a friend, you tell others who your friend is.

1. Say your friend’s name: “This is my friend, [friend’s name].”
2. You can also add something simple about your friend, like: “He/She likes to read.” or “He/She is my classmate.”

Example: “Good morning. This is my friend, Aisha. She likes to draw.”

Listening Politely

It is important to listen when someone else is speaking. This shows you are polite and respectful.

1. Look at the person who is speaking.
2. Do not interrupt them.
3. Wait for your turn to speak.

Teaching Methods/Instructional Techniques

Discussion, Demonstration, Guided Practice, Question and Answer, Role-play, Pair Work

Instructional Procedures

Step 1: Introduction

Time: 5 minutes

Teaching Skill: Engaging/Recalling

Teacher’s Activity: The teacher greets the pupils and asks them to say their names one by one. The teacher then asks if they know how to introduce themselves or a friend.

Pupils’ Activity: Pupils respond to greetings and say their names. They share what they know about introductions.

Learning Point: Activating prior knowledge

Step 2: Teacher Models Self-Introduction

Time: 6 minutes

Teaching Skill: Demonstration

Teacher’s Activity: The teacher demonstrates how to introduce oneself clearly, using simple sentences like “My name is [teacher’s name]. I am your English teacher.” The teacher repeats this a few times, emphasising clear speech and eye contact.

Pupils’ Activity: Pupils observe the teacher carefully and listen to the model presentation.

Learning Point: Model self-introduction

Step 3: Teacher Models Introducing a Friend

Time: 6 minutes

Teaching Skill: Demonstration/Modelling

Teacher’s Activity: The teacher picks two pupils and models introducing one to the other, e.g., “Hello [Pupil A’s name], this is my friend [Pupil B’s name]. He/She is a Primary 1 pupil.” The teacher repeats this with different pupils.

Pupils’ Activity: Pupils observe the teacher introducing friends and listen to the examples.

Learning Point: Model friend introduction

Step 4: Pupils Practice Self-Introduction

Time: 6 minutes

Teaching Skill: Guided Practice

Teacher’s Activity: The teacher guides pupils to practice introducing themselves in pairs, using the modelled sentences. The teacher moves around to provide support and correct pronunciation.

Pupils’ Activity: Pupils practice introducing themselves to their partners.

Learning Point: Practising self-introduction

Step 5: Pupils Practice Introducing a Friend

Time: 6 minutes

Teaching Skill: Collaborative Practice

Teacher’s Activity: The teacher instructs pupils to introduce their partner to another pair, forming small groups. The teacher encourages them to use two or three clear sentences.

Pupils’ Activity: Pupils practice introducing their friends to other pupils in small groups.

Learning Point: Practising friend introduction

Step 6: Emphasising Polite Listening

Time: 4 minutes

Teaching Skill: Explanation/Discussion

Teacher’s Activity: The teacher discusses the importance of listening politely when others are speaking. The teacher asks pupils what it means to listen politely (e.g., looking at the speaker, not interrupting).

Pupils’ Activity: Pupils share ideas on how to listen politely and practice listening during peer presentations.

Learning Point: Importance of polite listening

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 introduce yourself?
2. What do you say when you introduce a friend?
3. Why is it important to listen politely?
4. Introduce yourself to the class.

Pupils’ Activity: Pupils answer orally and in writing.

Learning Point: Assessing introduction skills

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 about introducing self and friends into their notebooks.

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

Learning Point: Recording lesson notes

Step 9: Conclusion

Time: 3 minutes

Teaching Skill: Reinforcement

Teacher’s Activity: The teacher reminds pupils that it is good to introduce themselves and their friends clearly and to always listen politely. The teacher praises their efforts and encourages them to practice at home.

Pupils’ Activity: Pupils listen attentively and acknowledge the importance of the lesson.

Learning Point: Consolidating introduction skills

Continuous Assessment/Further Study

Type: Homework

Instruction: Practice introducing yourself and a family member at home. Ask your parents or guardians to listen to you.

1. Introduce yourself to your parents/guardians.
2. Introduce one of your siblings or a family member to another family member.
3. Remember to speak clearly and listen when others speak.

Lesson Keywords

• Introduce – To tell someone who you are or who another person is.
• Self – Yourself.
• Friend – A person you know and like.
• Name – What a person is called.
• Polite – Showing good manners and respect.
• Listen – To pay attention to sounds or words.
• Speak – To talk or say words.

Differentiation

For weaker learners, provide sentence starters on flashcards (e.g., “My name is…”, “This is my friend…”). Pair them with stronger learners for practice. For faster learners, encourage them to add more details to their introductions, such as their favourite colour or a hobby, and to introduce more than one friend.

Suggested Lesson Videos

For further visual learning, search on YouTube for: Primary 1 introducing self and friends English

Teacher Guide for Using This Lesson Plan

Before the lesson, ensure you have a clear understanding of the simple sentences for self-introduction and introducing a friend. Prepare any visual aids like picture cards showing children introducing themselves. During the lesson, model the introductions with enthusiasm and clarity, as pupils in Primary 1 learn best through imitation. Provide plenty of opportunities for pair work and role-play to build confidence. Circulate among pupils during practice sessions to offer individual feedback and correct any errors in pronunciation or sentence structure. Emphasise the importance of clear speech and polite listening throughout the activities. Pupils should copy the Board Summary notes after the main teaching and practice activities, typically in Step 8, to ensure they have a record of the key learning points. Check for understanding by asking questions and observing their interactions during the practice sessions. Encourage all pupils to participate, providing extra support to those who are shy or struggling, and challenging faster learners to extend their presentations.