B6 English Language · Term 2 Week 3: Vocabulary

Lesson notes

Indicator: B6.2.6.4.2 - Recognise the playful use of words in spoken and written language (jokes, riddles, puns)

By the end of the lesson, learners can:

Identify at least three examples of playful language (jokes, riddles or puns) in a given text or spoken conversation.
Explain how a pun works by identifying the two meanings of the key word or phrase.
Solve simple riddles and explain the wordplay or logic behind the answer.
Create original jokes, riddles or puns of their own using their knowledge of word meanings from previous lessons (synonyms, antonyms, compound words).
Work in pairs or groups to perform a short wordplay game for the class, showing appropriate use of words for the audience and context.

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Strand: Reading (Strand 2)
Sub-strand: Vocabulary (2.6)
Content standard: B6.2.6.4 - Use words appropriately for purpose, audience, context and culture
Indicator: B6.2.6.4.2 - Recognise the playful use of words in spoken and written language (jokes, riddles, puns)
Suggested placement: Term 2, Week 3 (Week 15 of the year)
Our suggestion, laid out in curriculum order across three terms of twelve weeks. NaCCA does not fix the week, so follow your school's scheme of learning.
Curriculum reference: English Language Curriculum (Basic 4-6), 2019, p. 174
Transcribed from the official NaCCA publication. Check this page against the source.

- Introduce these one at a time.
- Provide and discuss examples.
- Learners play games with the activity in pairs/groups.