Scheme of work is a general guideline to cover the major themes and concepts in various subjects. It gives the teachers and pupils alike clear direction on the way to go in their academic work.
Here’s a sample scheme of work for English Language in primary two in Nigeria.
Term 1: Week 1: Introduction to Alphabets and Letter Sounds
- Recognizing and writing letters A to F
- Identifying the sounds of letters A to F
- Associating objects with initial sounds
Week 2: Basic Vocabulary and Sight Words
- Introducing basic vocabulary related to family, colors, and shapes
- Learning sight words such as “the,” “and,” “is,” “are”
- Practicing reading and writing simple sentences using sight words
Week 3: Phonics and Word Formation
- Introducing consonant blends (e.g., bl, cl, fl) and their sounds
- Building and reading words using consonant blends
- Identifying and writing simple three-letter words
Week 4: Reading Comprehension
- Reading short passages and answering simple questions
- Understanding the main idea of a story or text
- Developing basic comprehension skills
Week 5: Grammar – Nouns and Pronouns
- Identifying and categorizing nouns (e.g., people, places, things)
- Introducing pronouns and their usage (e.g., I, you, he, she, it)
- Creating simple sentences using nouns and pronouns
Term 2: Week 1: Phonics and Word Families
- Reviewing previously learned phonics skills
- Introducing word families (e.g., -at, -an, -it)
- Identifying and reading words from different word families
Week 2: Vocabulary Expansion
- Introducing new vocabulary related to animals, food, and transportation
- Practicing spelling and writing new words
- Using new words in context through simple sentences and short stories
Week 3: Writing Skills – Sentences and Capitalization
- Identifying and using capital letters at the beginning of sentences and for proper nouns
- Constructing complete sentences with subject and predicate
- Practicing sentence formation and punctuation
Week 4: Reading Fluency and Expression
- Improving reading fluency through regular reading practice
- Focusing on intonation, expression, and proper pronunciation
- Reading short stories aloud with confidence
Week 5: Grammar – Verbs and Tenses
- Introducing action verbs and their usage
- Understanding basic verb tenses (past, present, future)
- Constructing sentences using different verb tenses
Term 3: Week 1: Comprehension Skills – Sequencing and Retelling
- Sequencing events in a story or passage
- Retelling stories using proper sequence and key details
- Developing listening and speaking skills through storytelling
Week 2: Writing Skills – Descriptive Writing
- Describing objects, animals, and people using adjectives
- Writing simple descriptive paragraphs
- Developing vocabulary and expressive writing skills
Week 3: Grammar – Adjectives and Adverbs
- Identifying and using adjectives to describe nouns
- Introducing adverbs and their usage to describe verbs
- Creating sentences with adjectives and adverbs
Week 4: Creative Writing – Short Stories
- Brainstorming ideas for short stories
- Developing a plot with a clear beginning, middle, and end
- Writing and illustrating original short stories
Week 5: Revision and Assessment
- Reviewing the concepts and skills covered throughout the year
- Conducting individual or class assessments to gauge understanding
- Providing feedback and reinforcement as necessary
In conclusion, please note that this is a general guideline and you may need to adapt it to fit the specific curriculum and requirements of your school or educational institution.