Assessment for Learning Resource Bank
Web-based Learning and Teaching Support

Learning and Teaching Activity - Making things is fun

Learning Target for Key Stage 2:
KSf -
To understand some aspects of how the English language works, including how grammatical features contribute to meaning and how simple texts are organised; and apply this understanding to one’s learning and use of the language
Learning Objectives:
Text Types Vocabulary Language Items and Communicative Functions Language Skills Attitudes Generic Skills
  • instructions
  • verbs and nouns related to giving instructions/ procedural commands
  • draw others’ attention to people and things and describe them briefly
  • Reading
  • Writing
  • Listening
  • Speaking
  • awareness of English as an international language of communication
  • creativity

Stage Description Materials for more able & less able learners Duration (lesson)
Lead-in Learners watch a video on making things. PPT
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0.5
Pre-reading Teacher pre-teaches vocabulary by using PowerPoint. Learners can consolidate learning through a memory card game. PPT
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1.5
While-reading Learners read the text (instructions). PPT
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4
Post-reading Learners review the use of sequencing words, action verbs, imperative verbs and preposition in the instruction text.
Learners consolidate what is learnt with worksheets.
PPT
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3