- Class: Primary 2
- Term: 3rd Term
- Week: 1
- Age: 7 years
- Duration: 40 minutes
- Subject: Cultural And Creative Arts
- Curriculum Theme: Cultural And Creative Arts
- Previous Lesson: Songs
- Topic: Story Telling
- Content: Creation Of Story, Dramatic Elements In Story Telling
Performance Objectives:
By the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:
- Cognitive domain: Understand what a story is and identify its key elements.
- Affective domain: Appreciate the importance and enjoyment of storytelling.
- Psychomotor domain: Attempt to create simple stories using basic elements of storytelling.
- Social Domain: Participate in group storytelling activities, enhancing teamwork and communication skills.
Reference Materials:
The following resources were used in planning this lesson:
- 9 – Years Basic Education Curriculum
- Abuja Educational Resource Centre Scheme of work
- NAPPS National Unified Scheme of Work
- Online Information from https://www.storytellingbasics.com
Instructional Materials:
The teacher will teach this lesson with the aid of:
- Storybooks
- Pictures related to stories
- Audio recordings of stories
- Props for story dramatization
Rationale for the Lesson:
Understanding storytelling helps pupils develop their language skills, enhances their imagination, and helps them understand cultural values and norms through creative expression. Storytelling is a fundamental skill that also aids in social interactions and personal development.
Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge:
Pupils are expected to recall the songs learned in previous lessons which often follow simple narratives or themes.
INSTRUCTIONAL PROCEDURES:
Learning Area: Story Telling
To deliver this lesson, the teacher will adopt the following steps:
| Content Development | Time | Teaching Method | Teaching Strategy | Teacher’s Activity | Pupil’s Activity | Learning Point |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Step 1: Introduction | 5 min | Interactive | Set Induction | Explain what storytelling is | Listen and respond to questions | Introduction to storytelling |
| Step 2: Exploring Elements | 10 min | Explanation | Direct Instruction | Describe elements of a story | Listen, observe props | Understanding story elements |
| Step 3: Group Activity | 10 min | Demonstration | Cooperative Learning | Guide pupils in creating stories | Work in groups to form stories | Applying knowledge of story elements |
| Step 4: Story Dramatization | 10 min | Role-play | Learning by Doing | Assist in dramatizing the stories | Perform their created stories | Enhancing creative expression |
| Step 5: Note Taking | 2 min | Writing | Information Transfer | Dictate notes for pupils to write | Write notes in their books | Recapitulation |
| Step 6: Evaluation | 2 min | Questioning | Assessment | Ask questions about the lesson | Answer questions | Assessing understanding |
| Step 7: Conclusion | 1 min | Summary | Closure | Summarize the lesson | Listen | Consolidation of the lesson’s content |
Lesson Content
Story Telling
A story is a way of sharing adventures, experiences, and lessons with others, using words and actions. Some of the key elements in every story include:
- Characters: The people or animals in the story.
- Setting: Where and when the story takes place.
- Plot: The events that make up the story.
- Conflict: The main problem that characters need to solve.
- Resolution: How the problem is solved at the end.
Creation of Story
When someone creates a story, they follow a few steps to make it interesting and fun to read. The main parts of a story includes:
- Beginning: The beginning of a story introduces the characters and setting. It sets the stage for what is to come and provides the initial situation or context.
- Middle: The middle of the story involves the development of the plot and the rising action. This is where the conflict is introduced and the characters face various challenges.
- Climax: The climax is the turning point of the story. It is the most intense moment, where the main conflict reaches its peak.
- End: The end of the story includes the resolution, where the conflict is resolved, and the story concludes. This part ties up loose ends and provides closure.
Dramatic Elements in Story Telling
Dramatic elements are used to make the story more exciting and keep the audience interested. Some key dramatic elements include:
- Suspense: Making the audience feel excited or worried about what will happen next.
- Foreshadowing: Giving clues about what might happen later in the story, which keeps the audience guessing.
- Surprise: Adding unexpected events or twists that catch the audience by surprise.
- Conflict: Showing the problems or struggles between characters or forces that drive the story forward.
- Emotional Release: The feeling of relief or happiness the audience feels when the story reaches its most exciting part or when the problem is solved.
These elements work together to create a fun and engaging story.
Lesson Evaluation:
To evaluate the learning, the teacher asks pupils to:
- Name three elements of a story.
- List 2 dramatic elements in a story.
- Mention 3 parts of a story.
- Create a short story.
Note for teachers using my lesson plan:
Hi there, remember that I didn’t make this lesson plan with any particular class or teacher in mind and I tried as much as possible with my experience and expertise to deliver this plan in a standard and effective style utilizing the best strategy and methods. Nevertheless, you are free to customize the lesson content, teaching methods, timing and pupil activities to suit your teaching style, pupils comprehension, curriculum, and resources available to you. Happy teaching!
