Using action Words · B5 English Language

Lesson notes

Learning Objectives

Indicator: B5.5.4.1.1 - Differentiate between how the simple past and the present perfect tense forms are used in speech and in writing

By the end of the lesson, learners can:

Identify simple past tense verbs in a sample story and explain what time they refer to
Identify present perfect tense verbs in sample sentences and explain what time they refer to
Sort sentences into simple past and present perfect tense groups based on how each is formed
State at least two differences between how the simple past and the present perfect are used in speaking and writing
Use both tenses correctly to talk about their own past experiences and actions

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Curriculum details

Strand: Using Writing Conventions/grammar Usage (Strand 5)
Sub-strand: Using action Words (5.4)
Content standard: B5.5.4.1 - Demonstrate understanding of verbs in everyday language
Indicator: B5.5.4.1.1 - Differentiate between how the simple past and the present perfect tense forms are used in speech and in writing
Suggested placement: Term 3, Week 9 (Week 33 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. 143
Transcribed from the official NaCCA publication. Check this page against the source.

Exemplars (from the NaCCA curriculum)

- Distribute a sample story and let learners identify the simple past verbs to observe how they are used in sentences.
- Working in pairs, learners write their own story using the simple past.
- Guide learners to do their own editing paying attention to the correct use of the simple past.
- Follow the same procedure to guide learners to identify uses of the present perfect tense.
- Have learners compare how the two tenses are different.