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Which subject	English
What topic	Using context clues to figure out unknown words
What length (min)	30
What age group	Year or Grade 4
Class size	20
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Lesson plan

Lesson Plan: Using Context Clues to Figure Out Unknown Words

Subject

English

Topic

Using Context Clues to Figure Out Unknown Words

Grade/Age Group

Grade 4

Length of Lesson

30 minutes

Number of Students

20

Objectives

• Students will understand what context clues are and how they help in understanding unknown words.
• Students will be able to identify different types of context clues in a text.
• Students will apply their knowledge by using context clues to infer the meaning of unknown words in sentences.

Materials

• Whiteboard and markers
• Printed handouts with sentences containing unknown words
• Context Clue chart handout
• Pencils
• Classroom library books (optional)

National Curriculum Alignment

This lesson corresponds to the national standards for reading comprehension and vocabulary development in Grade 4. Specifically, it addresses the integration of language skills through the use of context clues in literary texts.

Lesson Structure

Step Number	Step Title	Length	Details
1	Introduction	5 minutes	Briefly explain context clues and their importance. Provide examples of context clues.
2	Direct Instruction	10 minutes	Introduce different types of context clues (definition, synonym, antonym, example).
3	Guided Practice	10 minutes	Distribute handouts with sentences. As a class, identify context clues for selected words.
4	Independent Practice	3 minutes	Students use their context clues chart to infer meanings of unknown words in sentences.
5	Conclusion and Review	2 minutes	Recap key points. Ask students to share one thing they learned about context clues.

Homework

Students will complete a worksheet that contains sentences with unknown words and must identify and write the meaning of each word using context clues. Homework will be collected and checked for understanding without formal presentation in class.

Assessment

Students will be assessed on their ability to identify context clues and infer the meanings of unknown words as indicated in the guided and independent practice segments. The homework will also serve as an assessment tool for their understanding.

Additional Notes

• Ensure that students are encouraged to use a variety of strategies to infer meanings.
• Provide additional support to students who may struggle with the concept.

This lesson plan provides a structured approach to teaching Grade 4 students about the use of context clues to enhance their vocabulary and reading comprehension.

Lesson script