Vocabulary · B4 English Language

Lesson notes

Learning Objectives

Indicator: B4.2.6.4.3 - Use words suitable for purpose, audience, context and culture in relation to type of texts (exposition/explanation)

By the end of the lesson, learners can:

State what purpose, audience, context and culture mean when writing or reading a text.
Identify the purpose and audience of a short exposition or explanation text and point out words that suit them.
Compare two short texts on the same topic and explain why the word choices differ.
Work in groups to write a short explanatory text on a familiar topic, choosing words suitable for the stated purpose and audience.
Present their group’s text to the class and justify why they chose particular words for their audience.

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Curriculum details

Strand: Reading (Strand 2)
Sub-strand: Vocabulary (2.6)
Content standard: B4.2.6.4 - Use words appropriately for purpose, audience, context and culture
Indicator: B4.2.6.4.3 - Use words suitable for purpose, audience, context and culture in relation to type of texts (exposition/explanation)
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. 26
Transcribed from the official NaCCA publication. Check this page against the source.

Exemplars (from the NaCCA curriculum)

- Explain to children the key elements in all writing e.g. purpose, audience etc. These help to make the understanding of the text easy. That is, they play an integral part in the process. Guide learners to understand each key element.
- Introduce learners to a variety of texts and registers which may be used in given situations.
Have learners work in groups to write short texts on familiar topics.