Vocabulary Development - Senior Secondary 3 - Idioms and idiomatic expressions
Idioms and idiomatic expressions
Idioms and idiomatic expressions
SUBJECT: VOCABULARY DEVELOPMENT
TERM: 1ST TERM
WEEK: 7
CLASS: Senior Secondary School 3
AGE: 17 years
DURATION: 1 period of 40 mins
DATE:
TOPIC: Vocabulary Development
CONTENT: Idioms and Idiomatic Expressions
SPECIFIC OBJECTIVES: By the end of the lesson, learners should be able to:
• Understand the meaning and use of idiomatic expressions.
• Use common phrasal verbs and idiomatic expressions in sentences.
INSTRUCTIONAL TECHNIQUES: Discussion, group activities, role play
INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS: Flashcards, chart paper, videos illustrating idioms in context
INSTRUCTIONAL PROCEDURES:
STEP 1: The teacher revises the previous lesson and introduces the topic of idioms and idiomatic expressions. The teacher explains how idioms add richness to language and help in effective communication.
Learners listen, observe, and participate in the discussion.
STEP 2: Teacher introduces common idiomatic expressions and phrasal verbs, such as "take up," "take off," "take after," "take in," and others.
Learners listen to examples and observe how these idiomatic expressions are used in everyday conversations.
STEP 3: The teacher provides examples of how these expressions are used in sentences, e.g., "She takes after her mother in many ways" or "The plane will take off at 10 a.m."
Learners practice using the idiomatic expressions in sentences and role-play different scenarios.
EVALUATION:
• Identify the meaning of at least 5 idiomatic expressions and phrasal verbs.
• Complete a sentence exercise using the idiomatic expressions: "She decided to __________ a new hobby" or "I can’t __________ the movie, it was so confusing."
• Match the phrasal verbs with their meanings (e.g., "take off" – to ascend or leave the ground).
CLASS-WORK:
• Write 10 sentences using at least 5 idiomatic expressions or phrasal verbs.
• In pairs, perform a short skit using 3 idiomatic expressions or phrasal verbs.
ASSIGNMENT:
• Write a short paragraph (6-8 sentences) using at least 5 idiomatic expressions or phrasal verbs.
CONCLUSION:
The teacher marks students’ work, corrects errors, and commends students for participation.