YEARLY SCHEME OF WORK
ENGLISH LANGUAGE (SJK) YEAR 4
WEEK THEME/ LEARNING OUTCOMES
TOPIC
1 World of By the end of the lessons,
2 Personal pupils should be able to do the
3 Relationship following skills:
1.1 Listen to and discriminate
similar and different sounds of
Unit 1 the English Language.
Living in 2.1 Speak clearly by
Harmony pronouncing words accurately.
2.2 Ask questions politely to
obtain information and
Moral Values: clarification.
2.3 Give relevant information
Love politely in response to
enquiries made.
Respect 2.4 Tell stories based on
pictures and other stimuli, and
Cleanliness recite poems.
2.7 Perform a variety of
functions in a social context
such as exchanging greetings,
making introductions, inviting
people, etc.
3.1 Acquire word recognition
and word attack skills to
recognize words on sight.
3.2 Acquire key words at
various stages of development.
3.3 Read and understand
phrases, sentences, paragraphs
and whole texts.
3.4 Read aloud expressively
and fluently pronouncing
words correctly and observing
correct stress and intonation
and sentence rhythm.
4.2 Write at word, phrase,
sentence and paragraph level
in clear, legible print and
cursive writing.
SPECIFICATIONS
1.1.1 Listen to and repeat
words with initial digraphs
‘wh’.
2.1.1 Pronounce words that
have the initial diagraphs
‘wh’.
2.1.4 Ask questions with the
correct intonation.
2.2.2 Ask questions to get
information.
2.3.1 Name and identify
family members.
2.3.3 Talk about personal
experiences.
2.4.2 Recite simple poems
and chant rhymes in full.
2.7.1 Talk about oneself to
neighbours and friends.
2.7.3 To ask help from
friends.
2.7.4 To respond to
someone asking for help.
3.1.1 Look at letters and say
aloud the initial digraphs
‘wh’.
3.1.3 Read aloud words that
have the initial digraphs
‘wh’.
3.2.1 Recognize whole
words.
3.2.2 Read and learn the
meanings of 5 key words.
3.3.2 Read and understand
simple sentences.
3 .4.2 Read aloud sentences
in simple text observing
stress and intonation.
4.2.2 Write sentences in
clear and legible cursive
writing.
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TOPIC
4.2 Write at word, phrase,
sentence and paragraph level
in clear, legible print and
cursive writing.
4.4 Complete text with the
missing word, phrase or
sentence.
4.5 Construct simple and
compound sentences with
guidance and independently.
4.6 Spell correctly and take
dictation.
4.7 Punctuate meaningfully.
4 World of By the end of the lessons,
5 Stories pupils should be able to do the
6 following skills:
1.1 Listen to and discriminate
Unit 2 similar and different sounds of
What’s My the English language.
Line? 1.3 Acquire vocabulary and
understand the meaning of
words and phrases in context.
Moral Values: 2.1 Speak clearly by
pronouncing words accurately.
Respect 2.4 Tell stories based on
pictures and other stimuli, and
Honest recite pomes.
2.5 Talk about the people,
Courtesy places and moral values of the
stories heard, read and viewed
Consideration in simple language.
3.1 Acquire word recognition
and word attack skills to
recognize words on sight.
3.2 Acquire words at various
stages of development.
3.3 Read and understand
phrases, sentences, paragraphs
and whole texts.
SPECIFICATIONS
4.4.2 Complete simple
instructions and direction,
descriptions, rhymes with the
missing word(s) (with
guidance in the form of
words and pictures).
4.5.1 Form simple sentences
by arranging words.
4.6.1 Spell words that are
given to be memorized.
4.7.1 Use full stops for
initials.
1.1.1 Listen to and repeat
words with final consonants
‘l’ and ‘p’.
1.3.3 Listen to more words
and point to the pictures.
2.1.1 Pronounce words that
have the final consonants ‘l’
and ‘p’.
2.1.3 Repeat phrases and
expressions with the correct
intonation and stress.
2.4.2 Recite simple poems
and chant rhymes in full.
2.5.1 Name the people or
animals in the story heard or
read.
3.1.1 Look at letters and say
aloud the words with final
consonants ‘l’ and ’p’.
3.1.3 Read aloud words that
have the final consonants ‘l’
and ‘p’.
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TOPIC
3.5 Read and understand the
meanings of words by
guessing their meaning
through the use of contextual
clues.
3.7 Read and enjoy simple
poems and stories and respond
to them by talking about the
people, and moral values in the
story/poem; and relate it to
one’s life.
4.2 Write at word, phrase,
sentence and paragraph level
in clear, legible print and
cursive writing.
4.3 Match words to linear and
non-linear representations:
-word to word;
-word to phrase;
-word to picture , symbol.
4.4 Complete text with the
missing word, phrase or
sentence.
4.5 Construct simple and
compound sentences with
guidance and independently.
4.6 Spell correctly and take
dictation.
SPECIFICATION
3.2.1 Recognize whole
words.
3.2.2 Read and learn the
meaning of 5 key words for
each topic taught.
3.3.1 Read and understand
phrases by matching simple
phrases to pictures.
3.3.2 Read and understand
simple sentences.
3.3.3 Read and understand
simple paragraphs.
3.5.1 Understand the
meaning of words by
looking at the words before
and after.
3.7.2 Read and give details
about people, animals and
places in stories(e.g.
number, size)
4.2.2 Write words and
phrases in clear and legible
cursive writing.
4.3.1 Match phrases to
pictures.
4.4.1 Complete missing
letters in texts.
4.4.2 Complete simple
instructions and directions,
descriptions, rhymes with
the missing word(s)(with
guidance in the form of
words and pictures).
4.4.3 Completing simple
instructions and directions,
descriptions, rhymes,
notices, stories with the
missing word(s)(with a little
guidance in the form of a
composite pictures).
4.5.3 Construct simple
sentences independently by
looking at a picture.
4.6.1 Spell words given to
be memorized.
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TOPIC
7 World of By the end of the lessons,
8 Stories pupils should be able to do the
9 following skills:
1.1 Listen to and discriminate
Unit 3 similar and different sounds of
Many Happy the English Language.
Returns 1.3 Acquire vocabulary and
understand the meaning of
words and phrases in context.
Moral Values: 1.5 Listen to and enjoy the
rhyme, rhythm and sounds of
Friendliness poetry, jazz chants and songs.
2.1 Speak clearly by
Generosity pronouncing words accurately.
2.2 Ask questions politely to
Courtesy obtain information and
clarification.
Gratitude 2.3 Give relevant information
politely in response to
Politeness enquiries made.
2.4 Tell stories based on
Thankfulness pictures and other stimuli and
recite poems.
Respect for 2.5 Talk about the people,
friends places and moral values of the
stories heard, read and viewed
Respect for in simple language.
time 2.7 Perform a variety of
functions in a social context
such as exchanging greetings,
making introductions, inviting
people, etc.
3.1 Acquire word recognition
and word attack skills to
recognize words on sight.
3.2 Acquire key words at
various stages of development.
3.3 Read and understand
phrases, sentences, paragraphs,
and whole texts.
3.4 Read aloud expressively
and fluently pronouncing
words correctly and observing
correct stress and intonation
and sentence rhythm.
SPECIFICATIONS
1.1.1 Listen to and repeat
words with silent ‘t’.
1.3.5 Listen to and
understand ordinal numbers
1st -5th .
1.5.1 Listen to and enjoy
children’s songs and
rhymes.
2.1.1 Pronounce words that
have the silent ‘t’.
2.1.3 Repeat phrases and
expressions with the correct
intonation and stress.
2.1.4 Ask questions with
the correct intonation.
2.2.1 Ask ‘Wh’ questions to
get information.
2.2.2 Ask questions to get
information.
2.3.5 Give replies
pertaining to ordinal
numbers: 1st-5th.
2.4.2 Recite simple poems
and chant rhymes in full.
2.5.2 Give details about the
people or animals in the
story heard or read .
2.7.1 Talk about oneself to
neighbours and friends.
3.1.1 Look at letters and say
aloud the words with silent
‘t’.
3.1.3 Read aloud words that
have the following silent ‘t’.
3.2.2 Read and learn the
meanings of 5 key words for
each topic taught.
3.3.2 Read and understand
simple sentences.
3.4.1 Read aloud words and
phrases correctly and with
correct pronunciation.
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3.6 Acquire a wide range of
vocabulary.
3.7 Read and enjoy simple
poems and stories and respond
to them by talking about the
people, and moral values in the
story/poem; and relate it to
one’s life.
3.8 Read and understand
simple factual texts for main
ideas, supporting details,
sequence, and cause and effect.
4.2 Write at word, phrase,
sentence and paragraph level
in clear, legible print and
cursive writing.
4.4 Complete text with the
missing word, phrase or
sentence.
10 World of By the end of the lessons,
11 Personal pupils should be able to do the
12 Relationship following skills:
1.1 Listen to and discriminate
similar and different sounds of
Unit 4 the English language.
Take Care 1.5 Listen to and enjoy the
rhyme, rhythm, sounds of
poetry, jazz chants and songs.
Moral Values: 2.1 Speak clearly by
pronouncing words accurately.
Caring 2.2 Ask questions politely to
obtain information and
Safety clarification.
2.3 Give relevant information
Friendliness politely in response to
enquiries made.
Obedience 2.4 Tell stories based on
pictures and other stimuli, and
recite poems.
SPECIFICATIONS
3.6.5 Understand words that
show comparison –er +
than; -est.
3.7.1 Read aloud simple
poems.
3.7.2 Read and give details
about the people, animals
and places in stories (e.g.
number, size).
3.8.3 Read and understand
simple factual texts by
answering comprehension
questions.
4.2.2 Write words and
phrases in clear and legible
cursive writing.
4.2.3 Write sentences in
clear and legible cursive
writing.
4.4.2 Complete simple
instructions and directions,
descriptions, rhymes with
the missing word(s)(with
guidance in the form of
words and pictures).
1.1.1 Listen to and repeat
words with initial vowel ‘e’.
1.5.1 Listen to and enjoy
children’s songs and
rhymes.
2.1.1 Pronounce words that
have initial vowel ‘e’.
2.1.3 Repeat phrases and
expressions with the correct
intonation and stress.
2.2.2 Ask questions to get
information.
2.3.1 Name or identify
objects, parts of the body,
etc.
2.3.3 Talk about personal
experiences.
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TOPIC
2.7 Perform a variety of
functions in a social context
such as exchanging greetings,
making introductions, inviting
people, etc.
3.1 Acquire word recognition
and word attack skills to
recognize words on sight.
3.3 Read and understand
phrases, sentences, paragraphs,
and whole texts.
3.4 Read aloud expressively
and fluently pronouncing
words correctly and observing
correct stress and intonation
and sentence rhythm.
3.7 Read and enjoy simple
poems and stories and respond
to them by talking about the
people, and moral values in the
story/poem; and relate it to
one’s life.
3.8 Read and understand
simple factual texts for main
ideas, supporting details,
sequence and cause and effect.
4.2 Write at word, phrase,
sentence and paragraph level
in clear, legible print and
cursive writing.
4.3 Match words to linear and
non-linear representations
- word to word;
- word to phrase;
- word to picture, symbol.
4.4 Complete text with the
missing word, phrase or
sentence.
4.5 Construct simple and
compound sentences with
guidance and independently.
4.6 Spell correctly and take
dictation.
SPECIFICATIONS
2.4.2 Recite simple poems
and chant rhymes in full.
2.7.1 Talk about oneself to
neighbours and friends.
3.1.1 Look at letters and say
aloud words with initial
vowel ‘e’.
3.1.3 Read aloud words that
have the initial vowel ‘e’.
3.3.1 Read and understand
phrases by matching simple
phrases to pictures.
3.3.2 Read and understand
simple sentences.
3.3.3 Read and understand
simple paragraphs.
3.4.3 Read aloud simple
poems and stories
expressively and fluently.
3.7.2 Read and give details
about the people, animal and
places in stories.
3.8.3 Read and understand
simple factual texts by
answering comprehension
questions in relation to main
ideas, details.
4.2.3 Write sentences in
clear and legible cursive
writing.
4.3.1 Match phrases to
pictures.
4.3.2 Match words to sign.
4.4.2 Complete simple
instructions and directions,
descriptions, rhymes with
the missing word(s)(with
guidance in the form of
words and pictures).
4.5.3 Construct simple
sentences independently by
looking at a picture.
4.6.1 Spell words that are
given to be memorized.
WEEK THEME/ LEARNING OUTCOMES
TOPIC
13 World of By the end of the lessons,
14 Stories pupils should be able to do the
15 following skills:
1.1 Listen to and discriminate
Unit 5 similar and different sounds of
Try A Little the English language.
Kindness 1.5 Listen to and enjoy the
rhyme, rhythm and sounds of
poetry, jazz chants and songs.
Moral Values: 2.1 Speak clearly by
pronouncing words accurately.
Love and care 2.2 Ask questions politely to
obtain information and
Cleanliness clarification.
2.3 Give relevant information
Gratitude politely in response to
enquiries made.
2.4 Tell stories based on
pictures and other stimuli and
recite poems.
2.7 Perform a variety of
functions in a social context
such as exchanging greetings,
making introductions, inviting
people, etc.
3.1 Acquire word recognition
and word attack skills to
recognize words on sight.
3.2 Acquire key words at
various stages of development.
3.3 Read and understand
phrases, sentences, paragraphs
and whole texts.
3.4 Read aloud expressively
and fluently pronouncing
words correctly and observing
correct stress and intonation
and sentence rhythm.
3.5 Read and understand the
meanings of words by
guessing their meaning
through the use of contextual
clues.
3.6 Acquire a wide range of
vocabulary.
SPECIFICATIONS
1.1.1 Listen to and repeat
words with the initial and
final digraphs ‘ph’.
1.1.2 Listen to and identify
the different types of letter
sounds.
1.1.3 Listen to and group
words according to the same
sounds.
1.5.1 Listen to and enjoy
children’s songs and
rhymes.
2.1.1 Pronounce words that
have the initial and final
digraphs ‘ph’.
2.2.1 Ask ‘Wh’ questions to
get information.
2.2.2 Ask questions to get
information.
2.3.1 Name or identify
objects, parts of the body,
etc.
2.3.3 Talk about personal
experiences.
2.4.2 Recite simple poems
and chant rhymes in full.
2.7.1 Talk about oneself to
neighbours and friends.
3.1.1 Look at letters and say
aloud the initial and final
digraphs ‘ph’.
3.1.2 Identify letter shapes
by their sounds.
3.1.5 Compare words for
similar and different sounds.
3.2.1 Recognize whole
words.
3.2.2 Read and learn the
meaning of 5 key words for
each topic taught.
3.3.2 Read and understand
simple paragraphs.
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3.7 Read and enjoy simple
poems and stories and respond
to them by talking about the
people and moral values in the
story/poem; and relate it to
one’s life.
3.8 Read and understand
simple factual texts for main
ideas, supporting details,
sequence and cause and effect.
4.2 Write at word, phrase,
sentence and paragraph level
in clear, legible print and
cursive writing.
4.4 Complete text with the
missing word, phrase or
sentence.
4.5 Construct simple and
compound sentences with
guidance and independently.
4.6 Spell correctly and take
dictation.
SPECIFICATIONS
3.3.3 Read and understand
simple sentences.
3.4.2 Read aloud sentences
in simple texts observing
correct stress and intonation.
3.4.3 Read aloud simple
poems and stories
expressively and fluently.
3.5.1 Understand the
meaning of words by
looking at the words before
and after.
3.6.1 Recognize and make
words from big words.
3.6.3 Understand words
opposite in meaning.
3.7.1 Read aloud simple
poems.
3.8.3 Read and understand
simple factual texts by
answering comprehension
questions in relation to main
ideas, details.
4.2.3 Write sentences in
clear and legible cursive
writing.
4.4.2 Complete simple
instructions and directions,
descriptions, rhymes with
the missing word(s)(With
guidance in the form of
words and pictures).
4.5.2 Form simple
sentences by matching
sentence parts.
4.5.3 Construct simple
sentences independently by
looking at a picture.
4.6.1 Spell words that are
given to be memorized.
4.6.3 Take dictation of
sentences given to be learnt.
WEEK THEME/ LEARNING OUTCOMES
TOPIC
16 World of By the end of lessons, pupils
17 Knowledge should be able to do the
18 following skills:
1.1 Listen to and discriminate
Unit 6 similar and different sounds of
Healthy the English language.
Living 1.2 Listen to and repeat
accurately the correct
pronunciation of words,
Moral Values: correct intonation and word
stress of phrases, experience
Cleanliness and sentences.
1.3 Acquire vocabulary and
Preparation to understand the meaning of
real world words and phrases in context.
1.5 Listen to and enjoy the
Moderation rhyme and sounds of poetry,
jazz chants and songs.
Fairness 1.7 Listen to and enjoy stories,
tables and other tales of
Caring for imagination and fantasy and
oneself and predict outcomes and draw
environment conclusions at a level suited to
pupil’s ability.
Helpfulness 2.1 Speak clearly by
pronouncing words accurately.
Importance of 2.2 Ask questions politely to
physical obtain information and
strength clarification.
2.3 Give relevant information
Caring for politely in response to
one’s health enquiries made.
2.4 Tell stories based on
pictures and other stimuli and
recite poems.
3.1 Acquire word recognition
and word attack skills to
recognize words on sight.
3.3 Read and understand
phrases, sentences, paragraphs
and whole texts.
3.4 Read aloud expressively
and fluently pronouncing
words correctly and observing
correct stress and intonation
and sentence rhythm.
SPECIFICATIONS
1.1.1 Listen to and repeat
words with the final
digraphs ‘ch’.
1.2.2 Listen to and repeat
correctly phrases and
expressions.
1.2.3 Listen to and repeat
simple rhymes.
1.3.2 Listen to and
understand the numbers 26
to 30.
1.5.1 Listen to and enjoy
children’s songs and
rhymes.
1.7.1 Listen to simple short
stories and fairy tales and
respond non-verbally.
2.1.1 Pronounce words that
have the final digraphs ‘ch’.
2.1.3 Repeat phrases and
expressions with the correct
intonation stress.
2.1.4 Ask questions with
the correct intonation.
2.2.2 Ask questions to get
information.
2.3.1 Name or identify
objects, parts of body, etc.
2.3.2 Understand numbers
in stories and situations.
2.3.3 Talk about personal
experiences.
2.3.4 Understand and
respond in relevant
situations and stories
pertaining to numbers 31-
35, numbers in tens, 10-30.
2.4.2 Recite simple poems
and chant rhymes in full.
3.1.1 Look at letters and say
aloud the final diagraphs
‘ch’.
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3.5 Read and understand the
meanings of words by
guessing their meaning
through the use of contextual
clues.
3.6 Acquire a wide range of
vocabulary.
3.7 Read and enjoy simple
poems and stories and respond
to them by talking about the
people and moral values in the
story/poem; and relate it to
one’s life.
3.8 Read and understand
simple factual texts for main
ideas, supporting details,
sequence and cause and effect.
4.1 Copy correctly.
4.2 Write at word, phrase,
sentence and paragraph level
in clear, legible print and
cursive writing.
4.4 Complete text with
missing word, phrase or
sentence.
4.5 Construct simple and
compound sentences with
guidance and independently.
4.6 Spell correctly and take
dictation.
SPECIFICATIONS
3.1.3 Read aloud words that
have the final digraphs ‘ch’.
3.3.2 Read and understand
simple sentences.
3.3.3 Read and understand
simple paragraphs.
3.4.1 Read aloud words and
phrases correctly and with
correct pronunciation.
3.4.3 Read aloud simple
poems and stories
expressively and fluently.
3.5.1 Understand the
meaning of words by
looking at the words before
and after.
3.6.4 Understand words or
similar meaning.
3.7.2 Read and gave details
about the people, animals
and places in stories.(e.g.
number, size).
3.8.3 Read and understand
simple factual texts by
answering comprehension
questions in relation to main
ideas, details.
4.1.2 Copy words, phrases
and sentences in clear
legible cursive writing.
4.2.1 Write clearly and
legibly numbers 26-35 in
both number and word
forms.
4.2.2 Write words and
phrases in clear and legible
cursive writing.
4.4.2 Complete simple
instructions and directions,
description, rhymes with the
missing word(s)(with
guidance in the form of
words and pictures).
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19 World of By the end of the lessons,
20 Stories pupils should be able to do the
21 following skills:
1.1 Listen to and discriminate
Unit 7 similar and different sounds of
Happy the English language.
Teacher’s 1.4 Listen to and follow
Day simple instructions and
directions accurately.
1.5 Listen to and enjoy the
Moral Values: rhyme, rhythm and sounds of
poetry, jazz chants and songs.
Appreciation 2.1 Speak clearly by
pronouncing words accurately.
Cooperation 2.2 Ask questions politely to
obtain information and
Hardworking clarification.
2.3 Give relevant information
Initiative politely in response to
enquiries made.
Respect 3.1 Acquire word recognition
and word attack skills to
recognize words on sight.
3.2 Acquire key words at
various stages of development.
3.3 Read and understand
phrases, sentences, paragraphs
and whole texts.
3.4 Read aloud expressively
and fluently pronouncing
words correctly and observing
correct stress and intonation
and sentence rhythm.
3.6 Acquire a wide range of
vocabulary.
SPECIFICATIONS
4.5.2 Form Simple
sentences by matching
sentence parts.
4.5.3 Form simple
sentences by looking at a
picture.
4.6.1 Spell words that are
given to be memorized.
1.1.1 Listen to and repeat
words with initial vowels ‘a’
and ‘o’.
1.4.1 Listen to and
understand simple
instructions to make things.
1.5.1 Listen to and enjoy
children’s songs and
rhymes.
2.1.1 Pronounce words that
have initial vowels ‘a’ and
‘o’.
2.1.3 Repeat phrases and
expressions with the correct
intonation and stress.
2.1.4 Ask questions with
the correct intonations.
2.2.2 Ask questions to get
information.
2.3.1 Name or identify
objects, parts of the body,
etc.
2.3.3 Talk about personal
experiences.
3.1.1 Look at letters and say
aloud initial vowels ‘a’ and
‘o’.
3.1.3 Read aloud words that
have the initial vowels ‘a’
and ‘o’.
3.2.2 Read and learn the
meaning of 5 key words for
each topic taught.
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3.8 Read and understand
simple factual texts for main
ideas, supporting details,
sequence and cause and effect.
4.2 Write at word, phrase,
sentence paragraph level in
clear, legible print and cursive
writing.
4.3 Match words to linear and
non-linear representations:
-word to word;
-word to phrase;
-word to picture, symbol.
4.4 Complete text with the
missing word, phrase or
sentence.
4.5 Construct simple and
compound sentences with
guidance and independently.
22 World of By the end of the lessons,
23 Knowledge pupils should be able to do the
24 following:
1.1 Listen to and discriminate
Unit 8 similar and different sounds of
Out and the English language.
About
SPECIFICATIONS
3.3.1 Read and understand
phrases by matching simple
phrases to pictures.
3.3.2 Read and understand
simple sentences.
3.3.3 Read and understand
simple paragraphs.
3.4.1 Read aloud words and
phrases correctly and with
correct pronunciation.
3.6.4 Understand words of
similar meanings.
3.8.3 Read and understand
simple factual texts by
answering comprehension
questions in relation to main
ideas, details.
4.2.3 Write sentences in
clear and legible cursive
writing.
4.3.1 Match phrases to
pictures.
4.4.2 Complete simple
instructions and directions,
descriptions, rhymes with
the missing word(s)(with
guidance in the form of
words and pictures).
4.4.3 Completing simple
instructions and directions,
descriptions, rhymes,
notices, stories with the
missing word(s)(with a little
guidance in the form of a
composite picture).
4.5.3 Construct simple
sentences independently by
looking at a picture.
1.1.1 Listen to and repeat
words with initial and
medial digraphs ‘ph’.
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Moral Values: 1.2 Listen to and repeat
accurately the correct
Cleanliness pronunciation of words,
correct intonation and word
Courtesy stress of phrases, expressions
and sentences.
Honesty 1.4 Listen to and follow
simple instructions and
Friendliness directions accurately.
1.5 Listen to and enjoy the
rhyme, rhythm and sounds of
poetry, jazz chant and songs.
2.1 Speak clearly by
pronouncing words accurately.
2.2 Ask questions politely to
obtain information and
clarification.
2.3 Give relevant information
politely in response to
enquiries made.
2.5 Talk about the people,
places and moral values of the
stories heard, read and viewed
in simple language.
2.6 Express thoughts and
feelings and give opinions on
things read, seen, heard and
viewed in simple language.
3.1 Acquire word recognition
and word attack skills to
recognize words on sight.
3.2 Acquire key words at
various stages of development.
3.3 Read and understand
phrases, sentences, paragraphs
and whole texts.
3.4 Read aloud expressively
and fluently pronouncing
words correctly and observing
correct stress and intonation
and sentence rhythm.
3.5 Read and understand the
meanings of words by
guessing their meaning
through the use of contextual
clues.
SPECIFICATIONS
1.1.2 Listen to and identify
the different types of letter
sounds ‘l’ and ‘p’.
1.2.3 Listen to and repeat
simple rhymes.
1.4.2 Listen to and follow
simple directions to places
in the neighbourhood.
1.5.1 Listen to and enjoy
children’s songs.
2.1.1 Pronounce words that
have the initial and medial
digraphs ‘ph’
2.2.1 Ask ‘Wh’ questions to
get information.
2.2.2 Ask questions to get
information.
2.3.1 Name and identify
objects, parts of the body,
etc.
2.3.3 Talk about personal
experiences.
2.5.3 Name the good and
bad characters in the story
and talk a little about them.
2.6.3 Give reasons why one
likes or does not like the
story.
3.1.1 Look at letters and say
aloud the initial and medial
digraphs ‘ph’.
3.1.2 Identify letter shapes
by their sounds.
3.1.3 Read aloud words that
have the initial and medial
digraphs ‘ph’.
3.2.1 Recognize whole
words.
3.2.2 Read and learn the
meaning of 5 key words for
each topic taught.
3.3.3 Read and understand
simple paragraphs.
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3.6 Acquire a wide range of
vocabulary.
3.8 Read and understand
simple factual texts for main
ideas, supporting details,
sequence and cause and effect.
4.1 Copy correctly.
4.2 Write at word, phrase,
sentence and paragraph level
in clear, legible print and
cursive writing.
4.4 Complete text with the
missing word, phrase or
sentence.
4.5 Construct simple and
compound sentences with
guidance and independently.
4.6 Spell correctly and take
dictation.
SPECIFICATION
3.4.2 Read aloud sentences
in simple texts observing
correct stress and
intonations.
3.5.1 Understand the
meaning of words by
looking at the words before
and after.
3.6.2 Give words according
to categories.
3.8.3 Read and understand
simple factual texts by
answering comprehension
questions in relation to main
ideas, details.
4.1.1 Copy letters of the
alphabet in clear and legible
cursive writing.
4.2.2 Write words and
phrases in clear and legible
cursive writing.
4.4.2 Complete simple
directions/ descriptions,
rhymes with the missing
word(s)(with guidance in the
form of words and pictures).
4.4.3 Completing simple
instruction and directions,
descriptions, rhymes,
notices, stories with the
missing word(s)(with a little
guidance in the form of a
composite picture).
4.5.3 Construct simple
sentences independently by
looking at a picture.
4.6.1 Spell words that are
given to be memorized.
4.6.2 Apply spelling rules –
words ending in –y, drop the
‘y’, add – ies.
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TOPIC
25 World By the end of the lessons,
26 Knowledge pupils should be able to do the
27 following skills:
1.2 Listen to and repeat
Unit 9 accurately the correct
Festive pronunciation of words ,
Cheer correct intonation and word
stress of phrases, expressions
and sentences.
Moral Values: 1.5 Listen to and enjoy the
rhyme, rhythm, and sounds of
Love poetry, jazz chants and songs.
1.7 Listen to and enjoy stories,
Friendliness tables and other tales of
imagination and fantasy and
Respect predict outcomes, and draw
conclusions at a level suited to
Being good- pupil’s ability.
hearted 2.1 Speak clearly by
pronouncing words accurately.
Thankfulness 2.2 Ask questions politely to
obtain information and
Appreciation clarification.
of other 2.3 Give relevant information
cultures politely in response to
enquiries made.
2.4 Tell stories based n
pictures and other stimuli, and
recite poems.
2.7 Perform a variety of
functions in a social context
such as exchanging greetings,
making introductions, inviting
people, etc.
3.1 Acquire word recognition
and word attack skills to
recognize words on sight.
3.2 Acquire key words at
various stages of development.
3.3 Read and understand
phrases, sentences, paragraphs,
and whole texts.
SPECIFICATIONS
1.2.1 Listen to and repeat
the pronunciation of simple
3-syllable words.
1.5.1 Listen to and enjoy
children’s songs and
rhymes.
1.7.3 Listen to fairy tales,
fables, and short stories and
answer simple questions on
the people and animals of
the story, and the place of
the story.
2.1.2 Pronounce 3-syllable
words correctly.
2.1.3 Repeat phrases and
expressions with the correct
intonation and stress.
2.1.4 Ask questions with
the correct intonation.
2.2.1 Ask ‘Wh’ questions to
get information.
2.2.2 Ask questions to get
information.
2.3.3 Talk about personal
experiences.
2.4.3 Complete parts of a
story heard before.
2.7.1 Talk about oneself to
neighbours and friends.
3.1.4 Read aloud 3-
syallable words with the
correct stress.
3.2.1 Recognize whole
words.
3.3.1 Read and understand
phrases by matching simple
phrases to pictures.
3.3.3 Read and understand
simple paragraphs.
3.4.3 Read aloud simple
poems and stories
expressively and fluently.
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3.4 Read aloud expressively
and fluently pronouncing
words correctly and observing
correct stress and intonation
and sentence rhythm.
3.7 Read and enjoy simple
poems and stories and respond
to them by talking about the
people, and moral values in the
story/poem; and relate it to
one’s life.
4.2 Write at word, phrase
sentence and paragraph level
in clear, legible print and
cursive writing.
4.4 Complete text with the
missing word, phrase or
sentence.
4.5 Construct simple and
compound sentences with
guidance and independently.
28 World of By the end of the lessons,
29 Knowledge pupils should be able to do the
30 following skills:
1.1 Listen to and discriminate
Unit 10 similar and different sounds of
Rain and the English language.
Shine 1.2 Listen to and repeat
accurately the correct
pronunciation of words,
Moral Values: correct intonation and word
stress of phrases, expressions
Love and sentences.
1.5 Listen to and enjoy the
Nature rhyme, rhythm and sounds of
poetry, jazz chants and songs.
Cooperation 2.1 Speak clearly by
pronouncing words accurately.
Patriotism 2.2 Ask questions politely to
obtain information and
clarification.
2.3 Give relevant information
politely in response to
enquiries made.
SPECIFICATIONS
3.7.1 Read aloud simple
poems.
3.7.2 Read and give details
about the people, animals
and places in stories.(e.g.
number, size)
4.2.3 Write sentences in
clear and legible cursive
writing.
4.4.2 Complete simple
instructions and directions,
descriptions, rhymes with
the missing word(s)(with
guidance in the form of
words and pictures).
4.5.2 Form simple
sentences by matching
sentence parts.
1.1.1 Listen to and repeat
words with medial digraphs
‘ir’.
1.2.3 Listen to and repeat
simple rhymes.
1.5.1 Listen to and enjoy
children’s songs and
rhymes.
2.1.1 Pronounce words that
have the medial digraphs
‘ir’.
2.2.1 Ask ‘Wh’ questions to
get information.
2.3.3 Talk about personal
experiences.
2.4.2 Recite simple poems
and chant rhymes in full.
2.6.1 Give non-verbal
response to the story heard
or read.
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TOPIC
2.4 Tell stories based on
pictures and other stimuli, and
recite poems.
2.6 Express thoughts and
feelings and give opinions on
things read, seen, heard and
viewed in simple language.
3.1 Acquire word recognition
and word attack skills to
recognize words on sight.
3.2 Acquire key words at
various stages of development.
3.3 Read and understand
phrases, sentences, paragraphs
and whole texts.
3.6 Acquire a wide range of
vocabulary.
3.7 Read and enjoy simple
poems and stories and respond
to them by talking about the
people and moral values in the
story/poem; and relate it to
one’s life.
3.8 Read and understand
simple factual texts for main
ideas, supporting details,
sequence, and cause and effect.
4.2 Write at word, phrase,
sentence and paragraph level
in clear, legible print and
cursive writing.
4.4 Complete text with the
missing word, phrase or
sentence.
4.5 Construct simple and
compound sentences with
guidance and independently.
4.6 Spell correctly and take
dictation.
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SPECIFICATIONS
2.6.2 Say whether one likes
or does not like the story
heard or read.
2.6.3 Give reasons why one
likes or does not like the
story.
3.1.1 Look at letters and say
aloud the medial digraphs
‘ir’.
3.1.3 Read aloud words that
have the medial digraphs
‘ir’.
3.2.1 Recognize whole
words.
3.2.2 Read and learn the
meaning of 5 key words for
each topic taught.
3.3.2 Read and understand
simple sentences (4-6
words).
3.3.3 Read and understand
simple paragraphs.
3.6.3 Understand words
opposite in meaning.
3.7.2 Read and give details
about the people, animals
and places in stories. (e.g.
number, size)
3.8.3 Read and understand
simple factual texts by
answering comprehension
questions in relation to main
ideas, details.
4.2.3 Write sentences in
clear and legible cursive
writing.
4.4.2 Complete simple
instructions and directions,
rhymes with the missing
word(s)(with guidance in the
form of words and pictures).
4.5.3 Construct simple
sentences by looking at a
picture.
SPECIFICATIONS
 TOPIC
31 World of By the end of the lessons,
32 Knowledge pupils should be able to do the
33 following skills:
1.1 Listen to and discriminate
Unit 11 similar and different sounds of
I Love the English language.
Nature 1.5 Listen to and enjoy the
rhyme, rhythm and sounds of
poetry jazz chants and songs.
Moral Values: 2.1 Speak clearly by
pronouncing words accurately.
Appreciation 2.2 Ask questions politely to
obtain information and
Patriotism clarification.
2.3 Give relevant information
Care for politely in response to
environment enquiries made.
2.4 Tell stories based on
Punctuality pictures and other stimuli and
recite poems.
Caring 3.1 Acquire word recognition
and word attack skills to
Love and care recognize words on sight.
3.3 Read and understand
phrases, sentences, paragraphs
and whole texts.
3.6 Acquire a wide range of
vocabulary.
3.7 Read and enjoy simple
poems and stories and respond
to them by talking about the
people and moral value in the
story/poem; and relate it to
one’s life.
3.8 Read and understand
simple factual texts for main
ideas, supporting details,
sequence and cause and effect.
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4.6.1 Spell words that are
given to be memorized.
4.6.3 Take dictation of
sentences given to be learnt.
1.1.1 Listen to and repeat
words with silent letter ‘h’.
1.5.1 Listen to and enjoy
children’s song and rhymes.
2.1.1 Pronounce words that
have the silent letter ‘’h’.
2.2.1 Ask ‘Wh’ questions to
get information.
2.2.2 Ask questions to get
information.
2.3.1 Name or identify
objects, parts of the body,
etc.
2.3.3 Talk about personal
experiences.
2.4.2 Recite simple poems
and chant rhymes in full.
3.1.1 Look at letters and say
aloud silent letter ‘h’.
3.3.1 Read and understand
phrases by matching simple
phrases to pictures.
3.3.2 Read and understand
simple sentences.
3.3.3 Read and understand
simple paragraphs.
3.6.2 Give words according
to categories.
3.6.4 Understand words of
similar meaning.
3.7.1 Read aloud simple
poems.
3.7.2 Read and give details
about the people, animals
and places in stories.(e.g.
number, size)
SPECIFICATIONS
 TOPIC
4.2 Write at word, phrase,
sentence and paragraph level
in clear, legible print and
cursive writing.
4.3 Match words to linear and
non-linear representation:
- word to word;
- word to phrase;
- word to picture, symbol.
4.4 Complete text with the
missing word, phrase or
sentence.
4.5 Construct simple and
compound sentences with
guidance and independently.
34 World of By the end of the lessons,
35 Stories pupils should be able to do the
36 following skills:
1.7 Listen to and enjoy stories,
Unit 12 fables and other tales of
Story Time imagination and fantasy and
predict outcomes and draw
conclusions at a level suited to
Moral Values: pupil’s ability.
2.5 Talk about the people,
Diligence places and moral values of the
stories heard, read and viewed
Kindness in simple language.
2.6 Express thoughts and
Honesty feelings and give opinions on
things read, seen, heard and
Empathy viewed in simple language.
Friendliness
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3.8.1 Scan for specific
information in texts; letters,
words, numbers.
3.8.2 Read and obtain
meaning by making
reference to words within
the text.
3.8.3 Read and understand
simple factual text by
answering comprehension
questions in relation to main
ideas, details.
4.2.2 Write words and
phrases in clear and legible
cursive writing.
4.3.1 Match phrases to
pictures.
4.4.2 Complete simple
instructions and directions,
descriptions, rhymes with
the missing word(s)(with
guidance in the form of
words and pictures).
4.5.2 Form simple
sentences by matching
sentence parts.
1.7.2 Respond verbally.
2.5.1 Name the people or
animals in the story heard or
read.
2.5.2 Give details about the
people or animals in the
story heard or read.
2.5.3 Name the good and
bad characters in the story
and talk a little about them.
2.6.2 Say whether one likes
or does not like the story
heard or read.
2.6.3 Give reasons why one
likes or does not like the
story.
SPECIFICATIONS
 TOPIC
Self-reliance 3.4 Read aloud expressively
and fluently pronouncing
Helpfulness words correctly and observing
correct stress and intonation
Loyalty and sentence rhythm.
3.7 Read and enjoy simple
Friendship poems and stories and respond
to them by talking about the
Patriotism people and moral values in the
story/poem; and relate it to
Wisdom one’s life.
3.8 Read and understand
Caring simple factual texts for main
ideas, supporting details,
sequence and cause and effect.
3.9 Read widely and
independently.
4.4 Complete text with the
missing word, phrase or
sentence.
4.5 Construct simple and
compound sentences with
guidance and independently.
37 World of By the end of the lessons,
38 Knowledge pupils should be able to do the
39 following skills:
1.1 Listen to and discriminate
Unit 13 similar and different sounds of
Looking the English language.
Back 1.5 Listen to and enjoy the
rhyme, rhythm and sounds of
poetry, jazz chants and songs.
Moral Values: 1.6 Obtain information from
text listened to in relation to
Friendliness main ideas, specific details and
sequence.
Diligence 2.1 Speak clearly by
pronouncing words accurately.
Love and care 2.3 Give relevant information
politely in response to
Love for enquiries made.
knowledge
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3.4.3 Read aloud simple
poems and stories
expressively and fluently.
3.7.2 Read and give details
about the people, animals
and places in stories.(e.g.
number, size)
3.8.2 Read and obtain
meaning by making
reference to words within
the text.
3.9.1 Read widely at one’s
own pace according to one’s
interest.
4.4.3 Completing simple
instructions and directions,
descriptions, rhymes,
notices, stories with the
missing word(s)(with a little
guidance in the form of a
composite picture).
4.5.2 Form simple
sentences by matching
sentence parts.
1.1.1 Listen to and repeat
words with:
a) initial vowels
b) final consonants
c) initial digraphs
d) final digraphs
e) final digraphs
f) silent letters
1.5.1 Listen to and enjoy
children’s songs and
rhymes.
1.6.2 Listen to simple texts
and recall details.
1.6.3 Listen to simple texts
and tell what the text is
about.
SPECIFICATIONS
 TOPIC
Thankfulness 2.4 Tell stories based on
pictures and other stimuli and
Helpfulness recite poems.
3.1 Acquire word recognition
and word attack skills to
recognize words on sight.
3.2 Acquire key words at
various stages and
development.
3.3. Read and understand
phrases, sentences, paragraphs
and whole texts.
3.4 Read aloud expressively
and fluently pronouncing
words correctly and observing
correct stress and intonation
and sentence rhythm.
3.7 Read and enjoy simple
poems and stories and respond
to them by talking about the
people and moral values in the
story/poem; and relate it to
one’s life.
3.8 Read and understand
simple factual texts for main
ideas, supporting details,
sequence, and cause and effect.
4.3 Match words to linear and
non-linear representation:
- word to word;
- word to phrase;
- word to picture, symbol.
4.4 Complete text with the
missing word, phrase or
sentence.
4.5 Construct simple and
compound sentences with
guidance and independently.
4.6 Spell correctly and take
dictation.
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TOPIC
2.1.1 Pronounce words that
have the:
a) initial vowels
b) final consonants
c) initial digraphs
d) medial digraphs
e) final digraphs
f) silent letters
2.1.3 Repeat phrases and
expressions with the correct
intonation and stress.
2.3.1 Name or identify
objects, parts of the body,
etc.
2.4.2 Recite simple poems
and chant rhymes in full.
3.1.1 Look at letters and say
aloud the following sounds:
a) initial vowels
b) final consonants
c) initial digraphs
d) medial digraphs
e) final digraphs
f) silent letters
3.2.1 Recognize whole
words.
3.3.3 Read and understand
simple paragraphs.
3.4.1 Read aloud words and
phrases correctly and with
correct pronunciation.
3.4.3 Read aloud simple
poems and stories
expressively and fluently.
3.7.1 Read aloud simple
poems.
3.7.2 Read and give details
about the people, animals
and places in stories.(e.g.
number, size)
3.8.1 Scan for specific
information in texts: letters,
words, numbers.
SPECIFICATIONS
3.8.2 Read And obtain
meaning by making
references to words within
the text.
4.3.1 Match phrases to
pictures.
4.4.2 Complete simple
instructions and directions,
rhymes with the missing
word(s)(with guidance in the
form of words and pictures).
4.4.3 Completing simple
instructions and directions,
descriptions, rhymes,
notices, stories with the
missing word(s)(with a little
guidance in the form of a
composite picture).
4.5.1 Form simple
sentences by arranging
words.
4.5.2 Form simple
sentences by matching
sentence parts.
4.6.1 Spell words that are
given to be memorized.
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