9th English Bridge Course Lesson Plan

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1. CLASS: IX Std.

2. SUBJECT: English

3. TOPIC: Parts of Speech & Kinds of Sentences

4. DATE: 02-06-2025 to 06-06-2025

5. NATURE OF THE LESSON: Building Blocks

6. FORMAT: Pair Work / Group Study

7. LEARNING OBJECTIVES:

- Recall Parts of Speech.

- Learn all four kinds of sentence functions.

- Identify the Kind of sentence.

8. LEARNING OUTCOMES:

- 902: Listens to and discusses literary/non-literary inputs in varied contexts to infer, interpret, and appreciate.

- 903: Communicates thoughts, ideas, views and opinions verbally and nonverbally.

9. TLM USED:

- Game with Popsicle sticks

- Infographics card for parts of speech and kinds of sentences

- Video prepared by the teacher

10. MOTIVATION / WARM-UP:

- The Teacher asks a few questions to motivate students:

• How was your holiday?

• What is your favourite holiday destination?

• Can you express your excitement about receiving the perfect gift?

• What questions would you ask your friend about the holiday?

11. INTRODUCTION OF THE TOPIC:

- The Teacher introduces the topic: “The Kinds of Sentences”

- There are four kinds of sentences based on their function: Statement, Imperative, Interrogative and Exclamatory.

12. CONTENT DEVELOPMENT ACTIVITIES:

- The teacher revises the eight parts of speech from the previous class.

- A game with popsicle sticks is played to reinforce identification of parts of speech.

- The teacher explains what a sentence is (Subject and Predicate) and elaborates the four different kinds of sentences based on function.

13. MIND MAP:

14. SUMMARIZATION / CONSOLIDATION:

- There are four kinds of sentences based on their function:

• Declarative – to make statements. Example: "The sun sets in the west."

• Imperative – to give commands. Example: "Please pass me the salt." / "Clean your room before you go out."

• Interrogative – to ask questions. Example: "Did you finish your homework?" / "What time is the party?"

• Exclamatory – to express strong emotions. Example: "What a beautiful sunset!" / "I can't believe I won the competition!"

15. EVALUATION:

- Identify the kinds of sentences given below:

• LOT:

◦ Close the door.

◦ Did you eat lunch?

• MOT:

◦ Write an example of an exclamatory sentence expressing joy or excitement.

◦ He is a talented musician.

• HOT:

◦ The cat meowed and the dog barked.

◦ Question in question paper will be in what kind of sentence?

16. REMEDIAL MEASURES:

- The teacher selects a paragraph from a book for late bloomers and asks them to analyse the sentences and identify the different types.

- The teacher revises the parts of speech and kinds of sentences using infographics.

17. RECAPITULATION:

- Revision and reinforcement of core concepts for late bloomers.

18. WRITING WORK:

- Practice exercises for sentence identification and examples.

19. HOME WORK:

- Write the eight different types of parts of speech with example.

- Write the four kinds of sentences with example.

- Learn the kinds of sentences and make a chart on kinds of sentences with examples.

20. SIGNATURE OF THE HEADMASTER:

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8th English Bridge Course Lesson Plan

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1. CLASS: VIII Std.

2. SUBJECT: English

3. TOPIC: Bridge Course

4. DATE: 02-06-2025 to 06-06-2025

5. NATURE OF THE LESSON: Stand Alone

6. FORMAT: Pair Work / Group Study

7. LEARNING OBJECTIVES:

- Recall and apply foundational reading and writing skills.

- Improve fluency and comprehension of age-appropriate texts.

- Strengthen vocabulary through reading, phonics practice, and dictionary use.

- Express ideas clearly through structured writing exercises.

8. LEARNING OUTCOMES:

- 801: Responds to instructions and announcements in school and public places viz. railway station, market, airport, cinema hall and act accordingly.

9. TLM (Teaching-Learning Materials):

- Library Books

- Digital Comprehension

- Audio comprehension

- Dictionary

10. ACTIVITY 1 – Chit-Chat & Story Chain (Oral Language Development):

- The teacher greets the class and starts a chit-chat session: students introduce themselves in English.

- Example: "Hello! My name is ___, and I like ___. I want to be a ___."

11. ACTIVITY 2 – Dictionary Skills Workshop:

- The teacher explains how to use a dictionary.

- Mini Task: Students are divided into 4 groups. Each group gets 5 challenging words to:

• Locate in the dictionary

• Note spelling and pronunciation

• Use in a sentence

12. ACTIVITY 3 – Comprehension:

- A reading comprehension is shown on the digital board.

- Students read the passage and answer questions.

- Audio comprehension is also played; students answer quiz questions in groups.

13. ACTIVITY 4 – Reading Library Books:

- Students are categorized into A, B, C, D groups based on previous tasks.

- A and B groups read books and express the content in their own words (speaking skill).

14. REMEDIAL MEASURES:

- C and D group students are taught Jolly Phonics sounds with actions for each.

15. HOME WORK / FOLLOW-UP WORK:

- Reading: Assigned paragraph reading from textbook.

- Writing: Write an essay on "What I did in the Holiday" (150 words).

- Four-line note handwriting practice.

16. SIGNATURE OF THE HEADMASTER:

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6th English Bridge Course Lesson Plan

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1. CLASS: VI Std.

2. SUBJECT: English

3. TOPIC: Bridge Course

4. DATE: 02-06-2025 to 06-06-2025

5. NATURE OF THE LESSON: Stand Alone

6. FORMAT: Pair Work / Group Study

7. LEARNING OBJECTIVES:

- Recall the memory of the students.

- Check the reading and writing level.

- Recognize and apply Jolly Phonics letter sounds and actions.

8. LEARNING OUTCOMES:

- 607: Responds to a variety of questions on familiar and unfamiliar texts verbally and in writing.

9. TLM (Teaching-Learning Materials):

- Library Books

- Digital Comprehension

- Jolly Phonics Reading Kits

10. ACTIVITY 1 – Writing the Alphabets:

- The teacher asks the students to write English Alphabets in both capital and small letters.

- She identifies students who clearly understand the difference between capital and small alphabets.

11. ACTIVITY 2 – Writing CVC Words:

- The teacher shows a CVC worksheet on the digital board.

- Students write the answers in their test note.

- This activity checks which students are aware of CVC words.

12. ACTIVITY 3 – Comprehension:

- The teacher displays a reading comprehension passage on the digital board.

- Students read the passage and answer the questions given below.

- This activity assesses students' reading and comprehension skills.

13. ACTIVITY 4 – Reading Library Books:

- Based on the results of the previous activities, students are categorized into A, B, C, and D levels.

- Students in categories A and B are given library books to read.

14. REMEDIAL MEASURES:

- The teacher identifies late bloomers in categories C and D.

- She introduces Jolly Phonics sounds to them, teaching each sound with corresponding actions.

15. HOME WORK / FOLLOW-UP WORK:

- Reading: The teacher assigns a specific paragraph from the textbook for students to practice reading.

- Writing: Handwriting practice is given using four-line notebooks.

16. SIGNATURE OF THE HEADMASTER:

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Mastering Direct and Indirect Speech in English: A Complete Guide

When communicating in English, we often need to describe events or actions, especially when sharing what someone else has said. This is essential in both social situations and professional settings such as emails, presentations, and meetings. To effectively convey what others have said, we use two types of speech: direct speech and indirect speech (also known as reported speech).

What is Direct Speech?

Direct speech refers to the exact words spoken by someone, placed between quotation marks. This form is commonly used in novels, articles, and everyday conversations.

Examples:

Sarah smiled and said, “I love reading books on weekends.”

The coach announced, “We will practice every morning at 7 AM.”

Common Verbs in Direct Speech:

While 'say' (past form: 'said') is frequently used in direct speech, other verbs such as 'ask', 'reply', and 'shout' are also common:

John asked, “Can you help me with this project?”

Anna replied, “Yes, I’ll assist you after lunch.”

The teacher shouted, “Please pay attention to the instructions!”

What is Indirect Speech?

Indirect speech, or reported speech, conveys what someone said without using quotation marks and often without repeating the exact words.

Examples:

Direct Speech: “We are excited for the trip.”

Indirect Speech: They said (that) they were excited for the trip.

In present simple tense, indirect speech generally involves changing the subject but keeping the tense the same. However, when reporting something from the past, the tense usually shifts back one step.

Example:

Direct Speech: “I am learning French.”

Indirect Speech: She said she was learning French.

Key Rules for Changing Direct Speech to Indirect Speech

Tense Shift: Present becomes past, past becomes past perfect, and so on.

Pronoun Change: Pronouns often change to match the subject of the sentence.

Time and Place Words: Words like 'now', 'today', 'here' often change to 'then', 'that day', 'there'.

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Kinds of Sentence

Kinds of Sentence in English
Types of Sentence

Creating well-structured sentences is essential for becoming a fluent and impactful English communicator. However, using the same types of sentences repeatedly can make your speech or writing dull. This guide will help you explore various types of sentences with fresh examples to enhance your communication skills and keep your audience engaged.

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Table of Contents

• Introduction to Sentence Types in English
• The Four Main Types of Sentences with Examples
• Kinds of Sentence Quiz MCQ

Introduction to Sentence Types in English

English allows you to express yourself in diverse ways, making your writing and speech more compelling and clear. By using different sentence types, you can convey your thoughts effectively, evoke emotions, and keep your audience interested.

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The Four Main Types of Sentences with Examples

Here are the four primary sentence types in English, each serving a unique purpose:

1. Declarative Sentence
A declarative sentence makes a statement or provides information and ends with a period.

Examples:

• She enjoys hiking in the mountains.
• The library closes at 8 PM.

2. Imperative Sentence
An imperative sentence gives a command, request, or instruction.

Examples:

• Turn off the lights before leaving.
• Please email me the report by tomorrow.

3. Interrogative Sentence
An interrogative sentence asks a question and ends with a question mark.

Examples:

• Where did you buy that jacket?
• Are you attending the seminar next week?

4. Exclamatory Sentence
An exclamatory sentence expresses strong emotions and ends with an exclamation mark.

Examples:

• What an amazing sunset this is!
• I can't believe we won the competition!

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