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Subject: English
Semester: 2
Period: 5
Week: 28
School Name:
Teacher’s Name:
Subject: English Language
Grade Level: Grade 1
Date: Week 28
Lesson Duration: 45 minutes
Week & Period: Week 28, Period 5
Topic: Demonstrative Pronouns, Colors & Sentence Construction
Sub-topic: Using demonstrative pronouns in sentences and identifying colors
Learning Objectives
By the end of the lesson, students should be able to:
Use demonstrative pronouns correctly in sentences
Orally construct simple sentences
Identify and name colors accurately
Spell high-frequency and subject-related words
Form uppercase letters S–X correctly
Previous Knowledge
Students already know basic pronouns (I, you, he, she) and color names like red, blue
Instructional Materials
English Language textbook for Grade 1
Lesson Development – ABC Model
A – Anticipation (Warm-up / Starter)
Time: 5–10 minutes
Teacher displays objects of different colors and asks learners to name them.
B – Building Knowledge (Main Lesson Body)
Time: 25–30 minutes
1️⃣ Definition and Discussion
Demonstrative Pronouns
- Words used to point out people or things.
- They show if something is near or far.
- Examples:
- This – singular, near (e.g., This is my pen.)
- That – singular, far (e.g., That is a car.)
Colors
- Introduce colors: red, green, blue, yellow, white, black, brown, orange, purple, pink
- Use flashcards to show colors, learners identify and say them aloud.
2️⃣ High-Frequency / Subject Words
- Words: about, would, river
- Example sentences:
- Tell me about your school.
- I would like some food.
- The river is wide.
3️⃣ Handwriting Practice
- Practice uppercase letters S–X
- Teacher demonstrates; learners trace and write neatly in notebooks.
4️⃣ Learners’ Activities (Expanded)
- Make oral sentences using this and that (e.g., This is my book. That is the tree.)
- Identify colors in classroom objects and name them aloud.
- Spell and write sentences using about, would, river.
- Practice writing uppercase letters S–X neatly.
5️⃣ Assessment Checks
|
Skill Area |
Criteria |
|
Demonstrative Pronouns |
Use this and that correctly in sentences |
|
Colors |
Name a given color correctly |
|
High-Frequency Words |
Spell and use about, would, river in sentences |
|
Handwriting |
Form uppercase letters S–X correctly |
6️⃣ Notes (Expanded & Detailed)
- Demonstrative pronouns help learners specify and describe objects based on location.
- Colors vocabulary enriches descriptive language and observation skills.
- Words like about, would, river help connect English learning with other subjects such as Social Studies.
- Handwriting practice improves fine motor skills and writing fluency.
C – Consolidation (Conclusion & Assessment)
Time: 5–10 minutes
Summary: Teacher revises demonstrative pronouns, colors, and sight words.
Evaluation Method (Expanded):
Exit slip/quiz: Write two sentences using this/that. Teacher collects and gives feedback.
Assignment (Expanded):
Write five sentences using color words.
Follow-up Activity:
Learners should practice pointing to objects at home using “this” and “that.”
Differentiation / Inclusive Strategies
Struggling learners use real objects for pronouns. Advanced learners make longer descriptive sentences.
Teacher’s Reflection (After Class)
What worked well? ___________________________________________
What needs improvement? ____________________________________
Students’ engagement level: ☑ High ☑ Medium ☑ Low