Lesson Plan for Senior Secondary 3 - Literature in English - eading And Textual Analysis Of African Prose- Pur

Lesson plan for Senior Secondary 3 students on the topic "Reading and Textual Analysis of African Prose: *Purple Hibiscus* by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie." --- ### Lesson Plan **Subject:** Literature in English **Class Level:** Senior Secondary 3 (Grade 12) **Topic:** Reading and Textual Analysis of African Prose - *Purple Hibiscus* by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie **Duration:** 90 Minutes #### Objectives By the end of this lesson, students will be able to: 1. Summarize the plot of *Purple Hibiscus*. 2. Identify and analyze the main themes of the novel. 3. Discuss character development and relationships. 4. Examine the socio-political context of the novel. 5. Interpret literary devices and their impact on the narrative. #### Materials Needed - Copies of *Purple Hibiscus* by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie - Whiteboard and markers - Projector and computer (if possible) - Notebooks and pens - Handouts with selected excerpts from the novel #### Lesson Procedure **1. Introduction (10 minutes)** - **Greeting and Roll Call:** Ensure all students are present and ready. - **Warm-up Activity:** Ask students to share one African novel they have read or heard about and briefly describe it. This will create a connection and arouse interest in African prose. - **Lesson Aim:** Outline the objectives of the lesson and explain why studying *Purple Hibiscus* is important. **2. Summary of the Plot (15 minutes)** - **Teacher Explanation:** Provide a brief summary of the novel, highlighting key events and turning points. - **Student Interaction:** Divide the class into groups and ask each group to come up with a two-minute summary of a specific chapter or section assigned to them. Each group will briefly present their summary. **3. Main Themes (20 minutes)** - **Teacher Explanation:** Identify and discuss the main themes such as: - Religious Hypocrisy vs. True Faith - Colonialism and Its Aftereffects - Family Dynamics and Abuse - Silence and Voice - **Class Discussion:** Prompt students to give examples from the text that illustrate these themes. Write their contributions on the whiteboard. **4. Character Development and Relationships (20 minutes)** - **Teacher Explanation:** Focus on the main characters (Kambili, Jaja, Papa Eugene, Mama Beatrice, Aunty Ifeoma) and their relationships. - **Character Analysis Activity:** Give students character cards with quotes or actions from the novel and ask them to discuss in pairs or small groups how these quotes/actions develop the character. - **Class Sharing:** Groups share their findings. **5. Socio-political Context (10 minutes)** - **Teacher Explanation:** Discuss the historical and political backdrop of Nigeria as presented in the novel. - **Prompted Questions:** How does the socio-political environment affect the characters? Ask students to provide specific examples from the text. **6. Literary Devices and Narrative Techniques (10 minutes)** - **Teacher Explanation:** Identify literary devices used by Adichie such as symbolism, foreshadowing, and imagery. - **Analysis Activity:** Provide excerpts where these literary devices are prominent and ask students to analyze their significance and effect on the narrative. **7. Conclusion and Assignment (5 minutes)** - **Recap:** Summarize the key points covered in the lesson. - **Homework Assignment:** Ask students to write a short essay (1-2 pages) on one of the following topics: 1. The significance of the title *Purple Hibiscus*. 2. The role of women in the novel. 3. A critical analysis of Kambili's character development. - **Q&A:** Allow students to ask any questions they may have about the lesson or the assignment. --- **Assessment:** - Participation in group discussions and activities. - Homework essay to be evaluated based on coherence, insight, and textual evidence. --- This lesson plan ensures that students engage deeply with the text and develop critical thinking and analytical skills that are crucial for their understanding of literature.