Lesson Plan for Class
4th English (Marigold)
Subject: English
Lesson Name: Books
Board: CBSE (Aligned
with NEP 2020 Guidelines)
1. Curricular Goals
- To develop language and communication skills through
reading, understanding, and discussing the poem Books.
- To enhance students’ appreciation for reading, knowledge,
and the importance of books in personal and intellectual development.
- To foster creativity and imagination by encouraging
students to explore different genres of books and express their thoughts on
reading.
- To integrate 21st-century skills such as critical thinking,
collaboration, and social-emotional learning through group discussions and
reflective activities.
2. Competencies/Skills
- Language Competencies: Improving reading fluency,
vocabulary, and comprehension through poetic language.
- Critical Thinking: Reflecting on the benefits of reading
and the role of books in personal growth.
- Communication Skills: Enhancing oral and written expression
through discussions, storytelling, and sharing favorite books.
- Creative Expression: Encouraging students to create their
own short stories or poems, inspired by their reading experiences.
3. Targeted
Learning Outcomes
- Students will be able to recite and explain the poem Books
with correct pronunciation and expression.
- They will acquire vocabulary related to reading, learning,
and literature.
- Learners will appreciate the value of reading books,
discussing how books contribute to learning and imagination.
- Students will demonstrate their understanding by sharing
their favorite books and expressing why they enjoy them.
4. Play-based
Activity
- Book Character Role Play: Students will choose their
favorite character from a book they have read and act out a small scene or
introduce themselves as that character. This activity will make the poem more
relatable by connecting the idea of books with fun and imagination.
5. Experiential
Learning Activity
- Book Fair Visit or Classroom Library Setup: Set up a small
“book fair” in class where students can browse and explore different genres of
books. Each student can share their experience with a book they picked,
explaining why they would recommend it to others.
6. Art/Sport Integrated Activities
- Art: Students can design a book cover or create an
illustration of their favorite scene from a book they love. They can also
create a “My Book Journey” poster where they draw or paste pictures of books
they’ve read.
- Sports: Organize a "Book Relay" where teams of
students take turns running to a table filled with books, picking one, and
explaining what they like about the book to their teammates. This encourages
team spirit and promotes a love of books through fun.
7. Learning
Tools/Teaching-Learning Materials (TLM) to be Used
- Flashcards with key vocabulary from the poem (e.g., imagination,
wisdom, knowledge).
- Audio recording of the poem to help students with
pronunciation and rhythm.
- Visual aids (e.g., images of libraries, books, and authors)
to stimulate discussions.
- A collection of books from different genres (fiction,
non-fiction, picture books, etc.) for the experiential learning activity.
- Drawing materials for creating book covers and posters.
8. Gist of the
Lesson
The poem Books celebrates the world of books, highlighting
how they open doors to knowledge, imagination, and joy. It emphasizes the
importance of reading in expanding one's mind, teaching valuable lessons, and
providing endless entertainment. The poem encourages children to develop a love
for books and to appreciate the rich treasures that reading offers.
9. Teaching-Directed,
Teacher-Guided, and Student-Led Activities
- Teacher-Guided:
- Introduce the
concept of books and reading by asking students to share what they like about
reading.
- Read the poem
aloud, explaining difficult vocabulary and engaging students in a discussion
about the poem’s message.
- Guide a reflection
on how books can be companions in learning, imagination, and fun.
- Student-Led:
- Students will share
their favorite books and why they enjoy reading them, either in pairs or small
groups.
- Groups of students
will create posters or draw their interpretations of what books mean to them.
- Students will take
turns reciting the poem or acting out their favorite book character.
10. Pedagogical
Procedure & Resources Required
Procedure:
1. Introduction: Start with a brief conversation on the
importance of books and ask students to name some books they love. Ask, “What
do you think is special about books?”
2. Reading of the Poem: Recite the poem Books with
expression, asking students to listen carefully to the message of the poem.
Encourage students to follow along with their textbooks.
3. Explanation and Discussion: Break down the poem into
stanzas and explain the meaning. Ask students, “What do books give us?” and
“How do books help us imagine new things?”
4. Experiential Activity: Organize a mini book fair or let
students browse through different books. Ask them to choose one book and share
why they find it interesting.
5. Art and Play-Based Activity: Students create book covers
or act out scenes from their favorite books.
6. Wrap-Up: Conclude by asking students to reflect on what they learned from the poem and how they can use books to gain knowledge and inspiration.
Resources
Required:
- NCERT Marigold textbook (Class 4),
- Flashcards with key vocabulary,
- Books for the classroom library or book fair,
- Drawing materials for art activities,
- Audio/video recording of the poem.
11. In-Lesson
Formative Assessment
- Questioning: Ask comprehension questions during the poem
reading to assess student understanding of the poem's themes.
- Role Play Observation: Assess how students express their
understanding of book characters and the message of the poem during the
role-play activity.
- Discussion Participation: Evaluate student engagement in
discussions on the benefits of reading and their experiences with books.
12. Post Lesson
Assessment
- Written Response: Have students write a short paragraph
about a book they have read, explaining why they liked it and what they learned
from it.
- Book Cover Drawing: Assess students’ creativity and
comprehension through the design of book covers based on their favorite
stories.
13. Assessment
Strategies
- Observation: Evaluate participation and engagement in all
classroom activities (book fair, role play, discussions).
- Creative Work: Assess students' written responses, book
cover designs, and posters for understanding of the poem and its message.
- Oral Recitation: Evaluate students’ fluency and confidence
in reciting the poem and sharing their ideas about books.
14. Interdisciplinary/Multi-disciplinary
Activities
- Social Studies: Connect the lesson with a discussion about
famous libraries in the world and how people in different cultures value
reading.
- Science: Explore how books help in learning about the
natural world, connecting with lessons on plants, animals, and the environment.
- Art: Create illustrations related to books, connecting with
lessons on colours, shapes, and forms in visual art.
15. Reinforcement/Practice
Plan
- Encourage students to borrow books from the school library
and keep a weekly reading journal. They can write short summaries of the books
they read and reflect on what they learned.
- Create a “Reading Buddy” program where students recommend
books to one another and discuss what they have read.
16. Self-assessment by the Teacher After
Execution of the Lesson
- Reflect on student engagement and the effectiveness of the
activities. Were students enthusiastic about sharing their favorite books? Did
they understand the message of the poem?
- Assess if the interdisciplinary connections were
successful. Did students make connections between books and other subjects like
art or social studies?
- Evaluate the success of experiential activities like the
book fair or role play in deepening students' appreciation for reading.
This lesson plan for Books integrates reading, creative
expression, and critical thinking, while fostering a love for books and
learning. It aligns with the NEP 2020 focus on holistic and multidisciplinary
education, encouraging students to explore the world of books in fun and meaningful
ways.