Dramatization and Role Play · B5 English Language

Lesson notes

Learning Objectives

Indicator: B5.1.5.2.2 - Develop sketches from stories read or heard

By the end of the lesson, learners can:

Identify the key parts of a story (beginning, middle, and end) orally after reading or listening to a story.
Work collaboratively in groups to plan and develop a short sketch based on a story read or heard.
Write a simple sketch in dialogue form, showing the main events and characters from the story.
Read out their group’s sketch to the class with clear speaking, correct pronunciation, and appropriate expression.
Give and receive constructive comments on sketches presented by peers.

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Curriculum details

Strand: Oral Language (Strand 1)
Sub-strand: Dramatization and Role Play (1.5)
Content standard: B5.1.5.2 - Appreciate key issues in stories/sketches
Indicator: B5.1.5.2.2 - Develop sketches from stories read or heard
Suggested placement: Term 1, Week 3 (Week 3 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. 75
Transcribed from the official NaCCA publication. Check this page against the source.

Exemplars (from the NaCCA curriculum)

- Through discussion, guide learners to identify the parts in stories read.
- Invite some learners to retell parts of a story read or heard.
- Discuss the story with learners.
- Use the activity to guide learners in groups to develop a sketch from the story.
- Have learners read out their sketches to the class for comments.