KINGSTON HIGH SCHOOL

LESSON PLAN

LANGUAGE DEPARTMENT

Subject: FCC Teachers: Ms R. McKenzie,

Date: March 16-25,2024 Mr S. Whyte & Ms F. Fogah

Grade: 9S

Unit Theme: Shaping My Destiny

Strands: Listening and Speaking, Grammar and Conventions, Word Recognition and
Frequency, Comprehension, Communication, Research Skills

Attainment Targets:

 Listen to, recall, interpret and / or respond to speakers’ messages.

 Write a personal letter with appropriate grammar and conventions
 Read for meaning, fluency, enjoyment and information
 Understand content read while expanding vocabulary
 Communicate with confidence
 Research unfamiliar concepts / content

Topics:

 Vocabulary Development: Compound Words

 Comprehension: Identifying the main idea in prose, poetry and excerpts from printed
media.

 Comprehension: Identifying supporting details in prose, poetry and excerpts from printed.

(These are to be learnt and explained in personal letter writing activities.)

Duration: 60 mins

STUDENTS:

Boys Girls Total

Number of students in class

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Number of students present

Number of students late

Present Lesson:

Instructional Decision:
Re-teach Lesson Advance to next topic

Learning At the end of the lesson, students will be able to:

Objectives:
1. Express the meaning of the key terms: Adapt, Adaptable,
Career, Choice, Confidentiality, Courteous, Demeanor,
Destiny, Direction, Discipline, Effective, Efficient, Flexible,
Honesty, Initiate, Initiative, Leader, Leadership, Mould,
Productive, Punctual, Reliance, Responsibility, Shape, Prose,
Poetry, Poem, Excerpt, Print Media, Compound Word, Main
Idea, Supporting Detail, Literature, Shaping my Destiny.

2. Spell the key terms.

3. Recall the structure of a personal letter.
4. Identify compound nouns in literature.
5. Identify the main idea in literature.
6. Identify supporting details in literature.
7. Explain differences among the following:
 Compound Verbs
 Phrasal Compound Verbs
 Compound Single Word Verbs
8. Create sentences using: (a) key terms (b) compound verbs.
9. Write a personal / friendly letter explaining the concepts learnt.
10. Evaluate the importance of incorporating STREAM in the
lesson as it relates to the theme: Shaping My Destiny
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Materials Voyages in English Teacher’s Edition 7 (Dimick, 1987), English for All
(Book 3), First Aid in English, Internet, Computer, Speakers, Visual
Aids

Prior Learning:  The students have alluded that they know what compounds
words are and are familiar with the types of compound words as
well as compound nouns. Some students have not fully grasped
the concept due to their learning styles.
 Additionally, •The students have alluded that they know what
compounds words are but were unable to give feasible examples
or a concise definition of what a compound adjective is without
aid from the instructor.
 However, with the aid of the Literacy pull out sessions, they
were able to get a hand- on approach utilizing non-conventional
methods.

Engagement: ***(a) Students will stand and greet their teacher. Together, everyone
will recite the affirmation agreed upon in the previous week:
(5 minutes)
“I am the chief determinant in my success or failure. I am in 9(;;) . I
am good-hearted, generous and grateful. I am destined for greatness. I
will apply what I know and be a winner. I believe in myself. I believe in
God and claim His word in Phil 4:13: “I can do all things through Christ
who strengthens me.” I am going to reach my goals and achieve
“Excellence…Nothing Less!”

(b) Students will stand in a semi-circle at the front of the class and
(using Round Robin) spell the key terms which the teacher
shares with the class.
(c) Students will stand in a semi-circle at the front of the class and
(using Round Robin) express the meanings of the key terms that
they know (including the theme: Shaping my Destiny).
(d) Students will stand in a semi-circle at the front of the class and
express what they recall the structure of a personal / friendly
letter consists of. See image below.

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Instructional Laptop, projector and markers, charts, text books.
Material

Methodology Oral discussions, note taking, games centered around the topic.

Skills Listening and critical thinking.

Content Introductory icebreaker- Students will be introduced to an icebreaker

in the form of hopscotch. The boxes will be placed on the floor with
words in each box. Students will be required to jump to each box to
create a compound word.

What is a Compound Adjective?

Compound adjectives are formed by combining two or more words to

create a single descriptive term that modifies a noun.

These adjectives can be hyphenated or written as a single word,

depending on the context and style guide.

Compound adjectives play a crucial role in providing specificity and

clarity in writing, particularly when describing complex concepts or
characteristics.

They are formed by joining two or more words together to

modify a noun, thereby conveying specific qualities or attributes.
Whether hyphenated or merged into a single word, compound
adjectives add depth and clarity to written and spoken

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communication.

Types of Compound Adjectives

Open compound adjectives, also known as spaced compound

adjectives, are formed by combining two or more words without
hyphens or spaces. In these constructions, the words are placed
adjacently to modify a noun, and they function as a single unit of
meaning.
Open compound adjectives are common in English and often
provide specific descriptions.
Examples: Blue eyed: He had piercing blue eyes that seemed to
see through everything.
High speed: The car raced down the highway at high speed.
First class: She enjoyed a luxurious first-class experience on the
flight.
Red hot: The metal glowed red hot in the forge.
Hardworking students: The hardworking students always
excelled in their academics.
White collar: He worked in a white-collar job in the corporate
sector.
Heavy duty: The heavy-duty machinery could handle large-scale
construction projects.
Deep fried: The restaurant served delicious deep-fried chicken
wings.
Bright yellow: The bright yellow sunflowers added a cheerful
touch to the garden.
Light blue: She painted her room a soothing light blue color.
Open compound adjectives offer a simple and straightforward
way to convey descriptions in writing, and they are widely used
in everyday language. While they lack hyphens or spaces
between the component words, their meaning is still clear and
easily understood in context.

Closed Compound Adjectives

Closed compound adjectives, also known as solid compound
adjectives, are formed by combining two or more words without
spaces, and without hyphens. These adjectives function as a
single unit to modify a noun, providing specific descriptions.
Closed compound adjectives are common in English and are

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often used to convey precise meanings. Here are some examples:

Hardworking: She admired her hardworking colleague who

never shied away from challenges.
Lighthearted: The lighthearted comedy provided a welcome
break from the stress of daily life.
Warmhearted: The warmhearted gesture touched everyone at the
event.
Openminded: Being openminded allows for new perspectives
and ideas to flourish.
Clearcut: The clearcut instructions made the task easy to
understand.
Outstanding: The outstanding performance received a standing
ovation from the audience.

Closed compound adjectives offer a concise and efficient way to

convey descriptions in writing, and they are commonly used in
both formal and informal contexts.

Despite lacking spaces between the component words, their

meaning remains clear and easily understood within the context
of the sentence.
Hyphenated Compound Adjectives
Hyphenated compound adjectives, as the name suggests, are
formed by joining two or more words with hyphens. These
adjectives function as a single unit to modify a noun, providing
specific descriptions. Hyphenated compound adjectives are
commonly used in English to prevent confusion or ambiguity
and to create clarity in expression. Here are some examples:

Well-known: She is a well-known actress in the industry.

High-risk: The high-risk investment yielded significant returns.
One-of-a-kind: The boutique offered one-of-a-kind designer
clothing.
Two-year-old: Their two-year-old daughter started speaking in
full sentences.
State-of-the-art: The company invested in state-of-the-art
technology to improve efficiency.
Off-the-grid: They enjoyed an off-the-grid vacation in the

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Ready-to-use: The ready-to-use software simplified the task.
Long-term: They had a long-term plan for their business
expansion.
Low-cost: The low-cost airline offered affordable fares to
travelers.
High-quality: The high-quality ingredients made the dish
exceptionally delicious.
How to form Compound Adjectives

Noun + Noun:

Examples: snow-capped mountains, city-wide celebration, child-

friendly environment
Description: This type combines two nouns to describe another
noun, indicating a relationship or characteristic.
Adjective + Noun:

Examples: high-pitched sound, deep-sea exploration, dark-green

foliage
Description: An adjective is paired with a noun to provide
descriptive detail about the noun, specifying its quality or
attribute.
Noun + Present Participle:

Examples: heart-stopping performance, mind-boggling puzzle,

record-breaking achievement
Description: This type involves a noun combined with a present
participle, often denoting an ongoing action or state related to the
noun.
Adjective + Past Participle:

Examples: well-known author, long-term solution, fast-paced

environment
Description: Here, an adjective is joined with a past participle to
convey past or completed actions or qualities associated with the
noun.
Adverb + Past Participle:

Examples: deeply-rooted beliefs, widely-accepted theory, highly-

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regarded expert
Description: This type pairs an adverb with a past participle to
describe the manner or degree of a quality related to the noun.
Preposition + Noun:

Examples: out-of-pocket expenses, on-site training, under-the-

table payment
Description: These compound adjectives involve a preposition
preceding a noun, indicating location, direction, or relationship.
Noun + Adjective:

Examples: world-famous chef, time-honored tradition, space-age

technology
Description: Here, a noun precedes an adjective to provide
additional information or context about the noun.
Verb + Present Participle:

Examples: life-changing experience, jaw-dropping performance,

mind-blowing revelation
Description: This type combines a verb with a present participle
to convey an action or state related to the noun.

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Explanation Through Guided Discussion, students will:

(15 minutes) Identify: (i) compound verbs

(ii) the main idea in the literature
(iii) supporting details in the literature.

Explain differences among the following:

 Compound verbs
 Compound adjectives
 Compound nouns.
Refer to image below.

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Evaluation Assessment of students’ performance will be done via students
engaging in the following activities:
(10 minutes)
 Writing a letter to a pen pal letter explaining and giving ONE
example each of:
 Open compound adjective
 Closed compound adjective
 Hyphenated compound adjective
 OR underline the compound words found in the
Comprehension passage. (please see below).
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The Adventure of a Lifetime

In the heart of the dense, centuries-old forest, nestled between towering

trees and hidden streams, lies the quaint, cabin-like retreat known as
Whispering Pines Lodge. This secluded, off-the-grid sanctuary offers
weary city dwellers a chance to escape the hustle and bustle of modern
life and immerse themselves in the tranquility of nature.

For adventurous souls seeking an adrenaline rush, Whispering Pines

Lodge provides access to an extensive network of adrenaline-pumping,
heart-stopping trails that wind through the rugged terrain of the
surrounding wilderness. From exhilarating cliff-side hikes to hair-raising
zip-line adventures, there's no shortage of thrills to be had in this
adrenaline-fueled paradise.

But for those craving a more laid-back experience, the lodge offers
plenty of opportunities for relaxation and rejuvenation. Guests can
unwind in the warm, bubbling waters of the natural hot springs or
indulge in a soothing massage at the on-site spa. With its serene, picture-
perfect surroundings, Whispering Pines Lodge is the perfect destination
for those seeking a truly rejuvenating retreat.

As the sun sets over the horizon, casting a golden glow across the
treetops, guests gather around the crackling fire pit to share stories and
laughter under the starlit sky. With its warm, inviting atmosphere and
friendly staff, Whispering Pines Lodge feels less like a hotel and more
like a home away from home.

Whether you're an adventure seeker looking for your next thrill or

simply in need of a peaceful escape from the chaos of everyday life,
Whispering Pines Lodge offers an unforgettable experience that will
leave you feeling refreshed, revitalized, and ready to take on the world.
Come discover the magic of Whispering Pines and embark on the
adventure of a lifetime.

1. Underline the compound adjectives in the passage

2. Give a suitable title for the passage.
3. What is the main idea of the passage?

Evaluate the importance of incorporating STREAM (Science,

Technology, Reading and writing, Engineering, Art and Mathematics) in
the lesson will also be evaluated via a Think-Square-Share discussion
incorporating the theme Shaping my Destiny.

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  Did you read during the lesson?

 What did you write during the lesson?

 Was technology / engineering used during the lesson?

 How many types of compound words were discussed?

 Double that figure.

 How would you explain education being used as a strategy to

sharp your destiny?

 Did you benefit by having STREAM incorporated in the

lesson as it relates to the theme Shaping my Destiny?

Extended Work Activity 1

Students will be given a table with ten (10) words in each column.
Students are to:
Complete the table by using words in column 1 and words in column 2
to form compound words in column 3.

Word #1 Word2
Easy Going
Red Hot
well Behaved
Black Board
Five Star
Good Looking
Blue Eyed
Bright Red
Hot Pink
Close Knit
Heart Warming

Activity 2

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 Activity 4
Underline the compound adjectives in the following
sentences.

1.The old-fashioned clock ticked loudly in the dimly-lit room.

2. The well-dressed gentleman greeted us with a warm smile.

3. She lived in a cozy, little cottage by the sea.
4. The high-speed train zoomed past the countryside.
5. The bright-eyed child eagerly explored the colorful playground.
6. We enjoyed a delicious, home-cooked meal with our friends.
7. His deep-rooted beliefs shaped his actions and decisions.
8. The fast-paced city life left her feeling exhausted and drained.
9. They embarked on a once-in-a-lifetime adventure to the remote,
untouched wilderness.
10. The quick-witted detective solved the mysterious case in record
time.

Word Hunt

The first 20 minutes of the class will be spent outside. Students will
scout their surrounding for 10 compound words. Students will then
return to the classroom to form grammatically correct sentences.

Activity 3

Compound word comprehension

Sunscreen

Summer was in full swing, and everyone was enjoying their time
outside. The lifeguard at the pool made sure everyone was safe while
they splashed around and played games like volleyball.
On this day, a group of friends decided to have a picnic outside. They
brought sandwiches and chips and even set off some fireworks for fun.
But, they forgot to put on sunscreen, and soon they all had painful
sunburns.
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 One girl with a ponytail had read in the newspaper that you should
always wear sunscreen and sunglasses to keep your skin safe when
outside during the summer months. From then on, the group of friends
always wore sunscreen when playing outside!

1. Circle/Underline the compound word in the passage above.

2. Why is it important to wear suncreen and sunglasses?
3. What did the group of friends decide to eat at their picnic?
4. Why did the group of friends wear sunscreen when playing
outside from this day on?
5. Describe the group's sunburn.

WORD BANK

Toothbrush, Runway, Starfish, Bubblegum, Tablespoon, Newspaper

Caveman, Strawberry, Fisherman, Hopscotch, Video game Football
Cupcake, Ponytail, Eyeball, Watermelon, Earring, Earphone, Armpit
Underarm, Grasshopper, Popcorn, Laptop, Blackboard, Whiteboard
Downstairs, Midnight, Rainbow, Raincoat, Classroom, Driveway
Dishwasher, Grandmother, Airport, Catfish, Cowboy, Airplane
Bookshelf, Cornmeal, Cheesecake, Lunchbox, Drumstick, Ice cream
Jackpot, Cash pot, Blackman, Whiteman, Teacup, Teapot, Bow tie
Starlight, Stingray, Blue balls, Necklace, Underwater, Handout, French
fries, Handbag, Textbook, Grandchild, Firefly, Firecracker, Show off
Shoelace, Milkshake, Chocolate chip, Earthworm

Evaluation 2

1. How was the responsiveness of the students?

2. How do I feel about the lesson?

3. What other factors (environmental, social, human) impacted the lesson delivery?

4. What improvement can be made?

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