Subject: English
Lesson Plan Name:-
Don't Be Afraid of the Dark
Lesson Plan for Class 4th English (Marigold)
Subject: English
Lesson Name: Don’t Be Afraid of the Dark -
Board: CBSE (Aligned
with NEP 2020 Guidelines)
1. Curricular Goals
Foster a love for
reading and storytelling.
Develop comprehension
skills.
Encourage children to
express their thoughts and emotions.
Inculcate confidence
in overcoming fear and darkness, both literal and metaphorical.
Develop language
skills through reading, writing, listening, and speaking.
2. Competencies/Skills
Language Competence:
Understanding the meaning of text and developing vocabulary.
Critical Thinking:
Analyzing the message of the poem and connecting it with real-life
situations.
Emotional Intelligence:
Developing coping mechanisms to overcome fears.
Communication Skills:
Sharing personal experiences, narrating stories, and discussing.
3. Targeted Learning
Outcomes
Learners will
understand the poem’s theme of overcoming fear.
Students will learn to
express their own fears and strategies to deal with them.
They will enhance
their vocabulary by learning new words like 'afraid', 'whisper', and
'bright'.
Learners will practice
reciting the poem with proper intonation and expression.
4. Play based Activity
Game: “Fear Box”: A
small box filled with soft, harmless objects. Students take turns touching the
objects without seeing them, helping them realize that things are often less
scary than they seem.
Roleplay: Pretending
to comfort a friend who is afraid of the dark, allowing students to rehearse
the positive actions they might take in a real situation.
5. Experiential Learning Activity
Real life Exposure:
Organize a short activity in a dimly lit room where students are encouraged to
identify sounds and sensations without fear, promoting courage and self-confidence.
6. Art/Sport Integrated Activities
Art Activity: Ask
students to draw a picture of something they are afraid of, and then create a
brighter, more positive version of it, symbolizing courage.
Physical Activity: A
guided nature walk in the schoolyard (during the evening or morning) to help
students appreciate the beauty in natural surroundings even when it’s a bit
dark.
7. Learning Tools/TLM
to be Used
Chart with difficult
words and meanings.
Visual aids related to
dark and light.
Audio clips of the
poem being read aloud.
Flashcards with
vocabulary from the poem.
Objects for the ‘Fear
Box’ activity.
8. Gist of the Lesson
The poem, *Don’t Be Afraid of the Dark*, written by Ruskin
Bond, encourages children to overcome their fear of the dark by understanding
that darkness is as important as light. It delivers a comforting message that
there’s nothing to fear in the dark, and encourages positivity.
9. Teacher Guided
& Student Led Activities
Teacher Guided:
Introduction to the poem by discussing the
concept of fear.
Explaining difficult vocabulary.
Recitation of the poem with expression.
Student Led:
Group discussion on personal fears and how to
overcome them.
Recitation of the poem by students in pairs or
groups.
10. Pedagogical
Procedure & Resources Required
Procedure:
1. Introduction: Teacher asks students about their fears and comforts them
by saying fears can be overcome.
2. Poem Reading: First, the teacher reads the poem aloud, followed by
students reading it.
3. Discussion: Discussion of the poem’s meaning, difficult words, and
underlying message.
4. Activity Time: Engage
students in the "Fear 1. Curricular
Goals
2.
Competencies/Skills
3. Targeted Learning Outcomes
4. Play based Activity
5. Experiential
Learning Activity
6. Art/Sport
Integrated Activities
7. Learning Tools/TLM
to be Used
8. Gist of the Lesson
9. Teacher Guided & Student Led Activities
10. Pedagogical Procedure & Resources Required
Procedure:
1. Introduction:
2. Poem Reading:
3. Discussion: Discussion of the poem’s meaning, difficult
words, and underlying message.
4. Activity Time: Engage students in the "Fear Box"
activity.
Box" activity.
5. Recitation: Students practice reciting the poem in
pairs.
Resources Required:
NCERT Marigold
Textbook,
Flashcards,
Audio clips of the
poem,
Objects for
experiential learning activities.
11. In Lesson
Formative Assessment
The teacher monitors
students’ understanding through oral questioning and class discussion.
Vocabulary assessment
through flashcard exercises.
Observation of
students’ participation in play-based and art activities.
12. Post Lesson
Assessment
Written comprehension
questions based on the poem.
Group presentation on
how students would overcome their fears.
Recitation of the poem
from memory with correct pronunciation and intonation.
13. Assessment
Strategies
Oral Recitation:
Assessing students’ fluency, expression, and accuracy.
Written Questions:
Evaluating students' comprehension and vocabulary.
Observation: Tracking
participation in discussions and activities.
Peer Feedback:
Encouraging students to give constructive feedback to their peers.
14. Interdisciplinary/Multidisciplinary
Activities
Science: Discussion on
how night and day occur, and the importance of the dark for natural processes
like sleeping and the growth of plants.
Art: Visual
representation of fear and courage through drawings and paintings.
Storytelling: Students
write or narrate a short story about a time they faced their fears.
15. Reinforcement/Practice
Plan
Students are asked to
practice the recitation at home.
Teachers encourage
students to discuss their fears with family members and write about ways to
overcome them.
16. SelfAssessment by
Teacher After Execution of the Lesson
Reflect on students’
engagement and participation levels during the lesson.
Evaluate the
effectiveness of activities like the Fear Box and roleplay.
Assess if the targeted
learning outcomes were met and adjust the lesson for future classes if
necessary.
Note any gaps in
understanding or enthusiasm and adapt future lessons to maintain a high level
of student interest.
This lesson plan incorporates NEP 2020 principles by
encouraging holistic, playful, and experiential learning, ensuring the
development of both academic and emotional intelligence in students.
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1. Curricular Goals
- Develop reading and comprehension skills.
- Enhance vocabulary and spelling abilities.
- Foster a positive attitude towards darkness and reduce fear.
2. Competencies/Skills
- Reading fluency and comprehension.
- Vocabulary building and correct usage.
- Speaking and listening skills.
- Critical thinking and empathy.
3. Targeted Learning Outcomes
- Students will be able to read and understand the poem "Don't Be Afraid of the Dark."
- Students will learn new vocabulary words and their meanings.
- Students will articulate their thoughts and feelings about darkness.
- Students will demonstrate empathy and understanding towards others' fears.
4. Play-based Activity
Shadow Play: Students create shadow figures using their hands and a flashlight, then describe their figures in short sentences.
5. Experiential Learning Activity
Night Sky Observation: Students observe the night sky at home with their parents and note down what they see (stars, moon, etc.). They then share their observations in class.
6. Art/Sport Integrated Activities
Drawing and Coloring: Students draw and color a scene from the night, including elements like stars, moon, and a house.
Role-Playing Students act out scenes where they confront and overcome their fears of the dark.
7. Learning Tools/TLM to be Used
- NCERT Class 4 English textbook.
- Flashcards with vocabulary words.
- Flashlight and objects for shadow play.
- Drawing paper and coloring materials.
8. Gist of the Lesson
The poem "Don't Be Afraid of the Dark" reassures children that darkness is nothing to be afraid of. It emphasizes that night brings rest and dreams, and that darkness is as natural as daylight.
9. Teaching-directed Teacher-guided and/or Student-led Activities
Teacher-Guided: Read the poem aloud, explaining difficult words and phrases.
Student-Led: Group discussion on personal experiences related to fear of the dark and how they overcome it.
10. Pedagogical Procedure & Resources Required
Introduction (10 minutes): Brief discussion on common fears and introduce the poem.
Reading (20 minutes): Teacher reads the poem aloud, followed by choral reading by students.
Explanation (15 minutes): Discuss the poem's meaning, themes, and vocabulary.
Activities (30 minutes):Shadow play and drawing activities.
Conclusion (10 minutes): Recap the lesson and address any remaining questions.
Resources Required:
- NCERT Class 4 English textbook.
- Flashcards.
- Flashlight.
- Drawing materials.
11. In Lesson Formative Assessment
- Oral questions and answers during the reading session.
- Observation of student participation in activities.
- Vocabulary flashcard quiz.
12. Post Lesson Assessment
- Worksheet with questions on the poem's content and vocabulary.
- Drawing submission based on the night sky observation.
13. Assessment Strategies
- Continuous assessment through class participation and oral responses.
- Written assessment through worksheets and drawing submissions.
- Peer assessment during group activities and discussions.
14. Interdisciplinary Multi-disciplinary Activities
Science: Discuss the night sky, stars, and the phases of the moon.
Art: Drawing and coloring night scenes.
-Social Studies: Understanding how different cultures perceive and celebrate the night (e.g., festivals like Diwali and Halloween).