Verbs · B4 English Language

Lesson notes

Indicator: B4.3.5.1.7 - Use the imperative form of the verb to give commands or orders, make suggestions

By the end of the lesson, learners can:

Identify the imperative form of verbs in spoken and written sentences.
Use the imperative form of verbs to give clear commands or orders in classroom and everyday situations.
Use the imperative form of verbs to make polite suggestions to peers and family members.
Distinguish between a command (a firm order) and a suggestion (a polite offer of an idea) based on tone and wording.
Respond appropriately to commands and suggestions given by others in pair and group activities.

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Strand: Grammar Usage at Word and Phrase Levels (Strand 3)
Sub-strand: Verbs (3.5)
Content standard: B4.3.5.1 - Apply the knowledge of verbs in communication
Indicator: B4.3.5.1.7 - Use the imperative form of the verb to give commands or orders, make suggestions
Suggested placement: Term 2, Week 12 (Week 24 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. 42
Transcribed from the official NaCCA publication. Check this page against the source.

- Use situations to demonstrate commands.
- Provide situations for learners to give and respond to commands in parts or groups.