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Subject: English
Semester: 2
Period: 5
Week: 26
School Name:
Teacher’s Name:
Subject: English Language
Grade Level: Grade 3
Date: Week 26
Lesson Duration: 45 minutes
Week & Period: Week 26, Period 5
Topic: Poems & Reading for Enjoyment
Sub-topic: Reading and analyzing poems; fluency and comprehension
Learning Objectives
By the end of the lesson, students should be able to:
Read poems fluently and with expression
Identify rhyme, mood, and imagery in poems
Discuss personal responses to poems
Previous Knowledge
Students already know how to read short stories and identify simple rhymes
Instructional Materials
English Language textbook for Grade 3
Lesson Development – ABC Model
A – Anticipation (Warm-up / Starter)
Time: 5–10 minutes
Teacher reads a short four-line poem aloud with expression. Learners clap at rhyming words.
B – Building Knowledge (Main Lesson Body)
Time: 25–30 minutes
Definition and Explanation
- A poem is a piece of writing that uses rhythm, rhyme, and feelings to express ideas in a creative way.
- Rhyme: Words that sound alike at the end (e.g., cat – hat, play – day, sing – ring).
- Mood: The feeling the poem creates in the reader or listener (e.g., happy, sad, excited, peaceful).
- Imagery: Words that help readers form pictures in their minds (e.g., “The bright sun smiled on me” makes you imagine a shining sun).
Teacher’s Role
- Teacher reads aloud a short, simple poem with expression.
- Teacher underlines and points out rhyming words in the poem.
- Teacher explains the mood created by the poem (e.g., cheerful if the poem is about children playing).
- Teacher highlights imagery words/phrases that paint a picture (e.g., “the green grass waved hello”).
- Teacher models how to vary the voice to match the feeling of the poem (soft, loud, joyful, serious).
Examples (Sample Poem Extract)
"The sun is shining bright,
It fills my heart with light.
The children laugh and play,
A joyful, happy day."
- Rhyme: bright – light, play – day
- Mood: Happy, cheerful
- Imagery: “The sun is shining bright” makes you see a glowing sun
Learners’ Activities (Expanded)
- Read selected poems in pairs, groups, or whole class (choral reading).
- Underline or highlight rhyming words in their own copy of the poem.
- Discuss and share what mood or feeling the poem gives them.
- Identify words/phrases that show imagery and draw a simple picture of what they imagine.
- Practice reading the poem aloud with correct voice variation and expression.
- Group activity: Learners create two new rhyming word pairs and share with the class.
Assessment Checks
- Learners read poems fluently with correct expression.
- Learners correctly identify rhyming words in the poem.
- Learners explain mood in simple terms (e.g., “This poem makes me feel happy”).
- Learners identify imagery and connect it to a drawing or explanation.
Notes (Expanded & Detailed)
- Poems help learners develop fluency and creativity in reading.
- Rhyme and rhythm make reading fun and engaging.
- Imagery builds imagination and visualization skills.
- Mood helps learners connect emotions to the text and improves comprehension.
- These skills prepare learners to enjoy reading both inside and outside the classroom.
C – Consolidation (Conclusion & Assessment)
Time: 5–10 minutes
Summary: Teacher highlights rhyme, mood, and imagery in one poem read during class.
Evaluation Method (Expanded):
Exit slip/quiz: Learners write two rhyming words and identify mood of a given short poem
Teacher will collect slips and provide oral feedback
Assignment (Expanded):
Bring your favorite short poem from home and prepare to read it aloud in class
Follow-up Activity:
In groups, learners write a 4-line poem with at least one rhyme pair
Differentiation / Inclusive Strategies
Use simple, short poems for weaker readers
Encourage advanced learners to explain imagery with drawings or more details
Teacher’s Reflection (After Class)
What worked well? ___________________________________________
What needs improvement? ____________________________________
Students’ engagement level: ☑ High ☑ Medium ☑ Low