This content is just an excerpt from the Complete Second Term English Language Lesson Note For Primary Six. Check the link attached to download the complete lesson note << DOWNLOAD FILE >>
Class:- Basic 6
Subject:- English Language
Week:- 2
Topic: Speech Work: Pronunciation practice
Reading: Teaching of new words, meanings and Comprehension
Structure: Reading of letters of invitation and replies (formal and informal) (infuse Nigerian Traditional values.
Grammar: Word formation: Noun formed from Adjectives
Writing: writing an application Letter
Verbal Aptitude
Behavioral objective:- At the end of the lesson the pupils should be able to:-
- State some new words and their meaning
- Write an application letter
Instructional material/Reference material: – Nigeria Primary English for Pupil’s book 6 learn Africa New Edition by O. Adams and Others.
Building Background /connection to prior knowledge: Students are familiar with letter writing
Content.
Reading: Teaching new words
On that fateful Tuesday morning, Umar was rushing off to work when a vehicle which had failed to stop when the traffic light turned red, knocked him down. Even though Umar was taken to the (1) ___________ immediately, he (2) _________ as soon as he got there because of the internal bleeding he suffered when he hit his head the pavement. The hospital management informed his (3) _______________ who then (4) ___________ the death of her husband in the newspaper.The newspaper published details of the (5) ___________ arrangements. According to the newspaper, there was going to be a ___________ in honour of the (6) ___________ on Friday at 6.00 pm. The funeral would be held on Saturday morning at 9.00 am, followed immediately by the (8) ___________ at the burial site. During the wake, the local (9) ___________ sang many inspirational songs. At the funeral service, Pastor Okrika preached a comforting (10) ___________, and encouraged the immediate family of the deceased and the (11) ___________ to be strong. After the funeral service, a (12) ___________ transported the coffin to the burial site where the (13) ___________ was lowered into the (14) ___________. The widow and the (15) ___________ paid their last respects to the deceased by placing nu(16) ___________ on the grave.
Writing an application letter
A job application letter explains to the employer why you are qualified for the position you are applying for, and why you should be selected for an interview.
Your letter should be properly organized and designed to make the best impression on the hiring manager. It should not be more than one page long. It should be single-spaced. Use about 1-inch margin and align your text to the left. The font size should be between 10 and 12 points.
Begin the letter by stating what job you are applying for, for example, I write to apply for the post of a clerical assistant in your establishment. Explain how you heard about the job, especially if you heard about it from someone associated with the company.
Go on to briefly mention how your experience and skills match the position you have applied for. Then use a paragraph or two to explain why you are interested in the job and why you would be an excellent candidate for the position. Also explain how you meet the qualifications stated in the job advertisement.
Close the letter by restating how your skills make you fit for the position in the company. Thank the employer for her/his consideration. End with your signature and full name.
Remember to proofread your letter before posting/sending it.
Here is an example of an application letter
To gain full access to the note: CLICK HERE >> DOWNLOAD FILE >>
