Vocabulary · B4 English Language

Lesson notes

Learning Objectives

Indicator: B4.2.6.4.2 - Recognise the playful use of words in spoken and written language (jokes, riddles)

By the end of the lesson, learners can:

Explain what a riddle and a joke are in their own words, giving at least one example of each.
Identify the playful or trick use of words in at least three riddles or jokes read aloud by the teacher.
Solve simple riddles by recognising how words can have more than one meaning or sound.
Work in pairs to compose one original riddle and one short joke that play on words.
Perform their riddle or joke to the class with clear pronunciation and appropriate expression.

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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: B4.2.6.4.2 - Recognise the playful use of words in spoken and written language (jokes, riddles)
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)

- In pairs/ groups, have learners play on words in educative jokes, riddles and puns.
e.g. Riddle, Riddle: I am something that came into this world with earrings. Who am I? Answer: Coal pot