Poetry
Poetry is a form of expression either written or oral. It is a form of communication between the poet and the audience or the reader. Poems can be sang, recited or chanted using a specific language meant to evoke the emotions of the listener or the reader. Poetry essentially offers an opportunity for shared
experiences on a variety of issues affecting the society. The poem ‘You watched’ will be discussed in the lesson.
Students reciting a poem
Words like thank you excuse me, sorry, and please are used to express politeness.
Etiquette therefore is defined as the conventional rules of behaviour in polite societies or courteous use of language..
Lesson Objectve
By the end of the lesson you should be able to use courteous language appropriately
Language Etiquette
Etiquette in language refers to the correct and polite or courteous use of language in our every day
interactions with others. Examples are: excuse me, may I go in, please… and many others as shown
below,
Excuse me, I would like to go in
Oh! You have brought the pen?
Answer: Thank you for bringing the pen.
Give me some water?
Answer: Please give me some water.
I lost your book I will get you another one
Answer: I am sorry I lost your book I will get you another one.
The statements,
Excuse me I would like to go in.
Thank you for bringing the pen.
Please give me some water.
I am sorry I lost your book. I will get you another one, should appear on the left side of the text. The words excuse me, Thank you, Please and Sorry should be highlighted.
Grammar
What is grammar?
Grammar is defined as the way words are combined to form longer and meaningful units. The main
objective of learning grammar is to help you understand how language works and be able to use it
correctly and appropriately in different contexts. The teaching and learning of the grammar of a language begins with the word. Therefore, it is important that learners master the characteristics and uses related to words as classified under parts of speech.
Learning how rules operate in a language is necessary but it is much more important to know how to use the language in real life situations. It means a learner who has mastered grammar knows how to apply the rules in order to communicate effectively and thus enhance positive interactions among people.
By the end of the lesson you should be able to:
1. Identify different types of nouns correctly
2. Use nouns in sentences correctly
Background Information
Read the sentences below each picture paying close attention to the underlined words.
Koech lives on a tree.
Nairobi is the busiest city in Kenya.
Omondi hurt his leg badly during the game.
The accident claimed the lives of many children.
Drought is a major problem in North Eastern Province due to poor rains.
All the underlined words are nouns. They name people, places, events and things.