Lesson Plan for Class
4th English (Marigold)
Subject: English
Lesson Name: The
Naughty Boy
Board: CBSE (Aligned
with NEP 2020 Guidelines)
1. Curricular Goals
- To enhance students' reading comprehension skills through
the story of The Naughty Boy.
- To understand the consequences of misbehaviour and the
importance of listening to instructions.
- To develop speaking, listening, and writing skills through
discussions, role-plays, and creative tasks.
- To foster a sense of responsibility and understanding of good behaviour.
2. Competencies/Skills
- Language Competencies: Students will improve vocabulary,
reading comprehension, and fluency through the story.
- Emotional Intelligence: Recognizing emotions related to misbehaviour,
guilt, and understanding of discipline.
- Creative Expression: Developing creativity through
role-play and art activities.
- Collaboration: Working in groups for discussions and
activities.
- Critical Thinking: Identifying right and wrong behaviour in the story and discussing their consequences.
3. Targeted Learning Outcomes
By the end of the lesson, students will be able to:
- Identify the key characters, setting, and events in the
story.
- Understand the consequences of the naughty boy’s actions
and how he learns from them.
- Express their understanding of the moral through creative
tasks like role-play.
- Use new vocabulary from the story in sentences.
- Demonstrate improved listening and speaking skills during
discussions and activities.
4. Play-based Activity
- The Naughty Boy's Challenge: A game where students take
turns role-playing the naughty boy and other characters (e.g., the parents,
teacher, etc.). While playing, students act out the naughty boy’s actions and
the consequences, which helps them understand the moral of the story. The game
can be repeated with students playing different roles.
5. Experiential Learning Activity
- Real-Life Behaviour Reflection: Ask students to reflect on
a time when they didn’t listen to instructions and the consequences that
followed. This activity helps them relate the story to their personal
experiences and learn from the naughty boy’s actions.
6. Art/Sport Integrated Activities
- Art Activity: Students will draw or colour a scene from the
story, focusing on the moment when the naughty boy is being scolded or when he
learns his lesson. This helps students visualize the story and connect
emotionally with the content.
- Sport Activity: A “Listen and Act” game where students must
follow the instructions to perform tasks. Those who fail to follow the
instructions are given a “naughty” consequence, which teaches them the
importance of listening and following directions.
7. Learning
Tools/Teaching-Learning Materials (TLM) to be Used
- NCERT Marigold Textbook (Class 4).
- Flashcards with vocabulary words from the story (e.g.,
naughty, disobedient, consequences).
- Chart papers, colours, and drawing materials for the art
activity.
- Role-play props (optional: masks or simple costumes for
character enactment).
- A “Listen and Act” instruction sheet for the sports
activity.
8. Gist of the Lesson
The lesson The Naughty Boy is about a boy who doesn't listen
to his elders and faces consequences as a result. It teaches children the
importance of being obedient, following rules, and respecting authority
figures. Through various activities, students understand how actions have
consequences and how to make better choices.
9. Teaching-Directed, Teacher-Guided, and
Student-Led Activities
- Teacher-Guided:
- Introduction to the
story: Briefly introduce the naughty boy and the lesson he learns from his
actions.
- Read the story
aloud, pausing to explain vocabulary and check comprehension.
- Guide students in
discussing the key elements of the story (e.g., characters, setting, plot).
- Student-Led:
- Role-Play: Students
act out the story, taking turns to play the naughty boy, the parents, and other
characters.
- Art Activity:
Students individually or in pairs will create drawings that reflect key moments
in the story.
- Discussion:
Students reflect on their own behaviour and discuss how they can improve their
actions based on the lessons from the story.
10. Pedagogical Procedure & Resources
Required
Procedure:
1. Introduction: Begin by introducing the concept of being
“naughty” and how it can affect others. Ask if students know what happens when
they don't listen to instructions.
2. Story Reading: Read The Naughty Boy aloud. Stop at key
points to discuss characters' feelings, choices, and consequences.
3. Discussion: Discuss the consequences of the naughty boy’s
actions and ask students how they would have acted in his place.
4. Role-Play: Students act out scenes from the story in small
groups, focusing on the moment when the boy faces consequences.
5. Art Activity: Students draw a scene from the story and
explain what’s happening in their drawings.
6. Conclusion: Reinforce the story's moral by asking students
to reflect on the importance of listening and following rules in their everyday
lives.
Resources
Required:
- Marigold Textbook,
- Flashcards,
- Art supplies (paper, colours, scissors, glue),
- Role-play props (optional),
- Chart paper for brainstorming.
11. In-Lesson Formative Assessment
- Questioning: Ask questions after reading sections of the
story to check comprehension. For example:
- “What happened when
the naughty boy didn’t listen?”
- “How did he feel
after his actions?”
- Role-Play Observation: Observe students as they act out
scenes from the story. Focus on whether they understand the character’s
emotions and motivations.
12. Post-Lesson
Assessment
- Written Reflection: Ask students to write a short paragraph
about a time when they did not follow instructions and what the consequences
were.
- Story Retelling: Have students retell the story in their
own words, focusing on the moral and their understanding of the lesson.
13. Assessment
Strategies
- Observation: Monitor students during role-play, group
discussions, and the art activity. Look for their understanding of the moral of
the story.
- Written Work: Check students’ written reflections for
comprehension and ability to relate the story to their own behaviour.
- Creative Expression: Assess their artwork and the reasoning
behind their drawings as an indicator of understanding.
14. Interdisciplinary/Multi-disciplinary
Activities
- Art: The drawing activity connects literature with art,
helping students visualize and express their understanding of the story.
- Physical Education: The “Listen and Act” game ties the
story to physical movement, where students practice discipline and following
instructions.
- Values Education: The story emphasizes lessons on
obedience, responsibility, and consequences, linking it to life skills and
character education.
15. Reinforcement/Practice Plan
- Daily Reading: Encourage students to read other stories
about obedience and responsibility, applying the lesson of the naughty boy to
different contexts.
- Role-Play Practice: Organize a classroom role-play session
on a weekly basis, where students can act out scenes from different stories to
build understanding and empathy.
16. Self-Assessment by the Teacher After
Execution of the Lesson
- Reflect on how engaged the students were in the role-play
and art activities.
- Evaluate whether the lesson objectives were met: Did
students understand the moral of the story and demonstrate this understanding
through activities?
- Assess whether students were able to reflect on their own behaviour
and make connections to the lesson about discipline and obedience.
This lesson plan aims to immerse students in the story of The
Naughty Boy, enhancing their comprehension, emotional intelligence, and
creative expression. The activities are designed to keep students engaged while
reinforcing the lesson's moral in line with the CBSE board and NEP 2020
guidelines.