THEME 7 NATURAL RESOURCES WILDLIFE.pptx

1. THEME 7: NATURAL
RESOURCES: WILDLIFE

2. 7.1 Listening and Speaking
7.1.1: Listening for Detail
In the heart of the wilderness, where the trees stand tall and the rivers flow
freely, a diverse array of wildlife thrives. From majestic elephants lumbering
through the savannah to colorful butterflies flitting among the flowers, every
corner of the natural world teems with life. These creatures play vital roles
in their ecosystems, from pollinating plants to maintaining the balance of
predator and prey. However, wildlife faces numerous threats, including
habitat loss, poaching, and climate change. Conservation efforts are crucial
to protect these precious species and ensure their survival for generations to
come. Let us cherish and safeguard our wildlife, preserving the beauty and
biodiversity of our planet.
a) Listen to the reading text on wild life and answer questions from the text,
and discuss the main ideas.
b) Listen to a passage read by peers or the teacher and outline the main
ideas.

3. 7.2 Reading
7.2.1 Intensive Reading:
Visuals
A picture, piece of film, or display used to illustrate or accompany something.

4. QUESTION
 Study information presented in the
illustration and discuss findings.
 Make inference of implied meaning from
the visuals.

5. ACTIVITY
 Work with peers to make connections of the
visuals such as pictures, graphs, illustrations,
charts and videos provided with written texts,
 Write a summary of what has been viewed in the
visuals which may depict human-wildlife conflict,
 Present a piece of written information on wildlife
in form of a visual and share in class.

6. 7.3 Grammar in Use
7.3.1 Word Classes
Pronouns
Indefinite Pronouns
Indefinite pronouns are words that do not refer to any
specific person, thing, or amount. Instead, they refer to
non-specific entities
Examples of indefinite pronouns include:
1. Someone
2. Anyone
3. Nobody
4. Anything
5. Some
6. Any
7. All

7. Reflexive pronouns
pronouns that refer back to the subject of the sentence. They are used when the
subject and object of the verb are the same person or thing. Reflexive pronouns
are formed by adding "-self" (singular) or "-selves" (plural) to certain pronouns,
depending on the person and number.
Examples of reflexive pronouns include:
1. Myself
2. Yourself
3. Himself
4. Herself
5. Itself
6. Ourselves
7. Yourselves
8. Themselves

8. Activity 1
 Construct sentence using indefinite and reflexive
pronouns in sentences correctly.
 Read a story on wildlife from a digital device and write
down the indefinite and reflexive pronouns from the text
In the heart of the untamed wilderness, where the trees reached for the heavens
and the rivers whispered ancient tales, lived a myriad of creatures. Each day,
they embarked on adventures through the lush foliage and rugged terrain, their
lives intertwined in the delicate balance of nature.
One morning, a curious rabbit named Lily ventured beyond her burrow, eager to
explore the vast expanse of the forest. Along the way, she encountered a solitary
bear who was foraging for berries. "Excuse me," Lily said timidly, "do you know if
there's anyone who might share their secrets of the forest?"

9. The bear paused, considering Lily's question before replying, "Nobody can
show you the way better than yourself, little one. Listen to the whispers
of the wind and the rustle of the leaves, and you'll find the answers you
seek within."
Encouraged by the bear's words, Lily continued her journey, guided by
her instincts and the wisdom of the wilderness. Along the way, she met
creatures of all shapes and sizes, each offering their own unique
perspective on life in the wild.
As the sun dipped below the horizon, painting the sky in hues of gold and
pink, Lily finally found herself at the edge of a tranquil pond, its surface
shimmering in the fading light. Reflecting on her journey, she realized
that she was not alone in the vast wilderness but part of a greater
tapestry of life, where every creature played a vital role in the intricate
web of existence. And with a contented sigh, Lily settled down for the
night, knowing that she belonged among the wonders of the wild.

10. 7 .4 Reading
7.4.1 Intensive Reading
Short story
In the heart of the dense jungle, where the trees stood tall and the air was thick with the
sounds of nature, lived a diverse array of wildlife. From the majestic elephant to the agile
leopard, every creature played a vital role in the delicate balance of the ecosystem.
One day, a group of curious children ventured into the jungle, their eyes wide with
wonder at the sights and sounds that surrounded them. As they explored the dense
undergrowth, they came across a family of monkeys swinging gracefully through the trees.
"Look at them!" exclaimed one of the children, pointing excitedly. "They're so playful!"
The monkeys chattered happily as they leaped from branch to branch, their nimble
movements captivating the children's attention.
Further along their journey, the children stumbled upon a sparkling river teeming with
life. Fish darted through the crystal-clear waters, while colorful birds flitted among the
trees.
As the day drew to a close, the children returned home, their hearts full of memories of
their wild adventure. And as they drifted off to sleep, they dreamed of the wonders that
awaited them in the jungle, eager for their next adventure amidst the wildlife.

11. Questions
 Read the short story and pick out the characters.
 Discuss the things done by the characters in the
short story.
 Dramatize different characters in a short story in
order to bring out their traits.

12. Lesson 2: short stories
 Main character: the central figure in a story, novel, play, or other
narrative.
 Minor character: A character in a story, novel, play, or other
narrative who plays a smaller or less significant role compared to the
main characters.
1. Distinguish between the main characters and the minor
characters on the above story.
2. Work with peers to use relationship trees diagrams,
character map or any other diagrammatic tool to show
how the characters relate to each other,
3. Display the tree diagram via power point or manila paper
in class.

13. 7.5 Writing
7.5.1 Composition Writing
 Steps in composition writing
 Pre-writing: This stage involves brainstorming ideas, planning the structure of the
composition, and gathering relevant information or materials.
 Drafting: In this stage, you begin writing the composition based on your pre-
writing activities. Focus on getting your ideas down on paper without worrying too
much about grammar or structure.
 Revising: After completing the initial draft, revise and refine your composition.
Review the content, structure, and organization, and make any necessary changes
to improve clarity and coherence.
 Editing: In the editing stage, focus on polishing your composition. Check for errors
in grammar, punctuation, and spelling, and make corrections as needed. Ensure
that your writing adheres to the conventions of the language and meets the
requirements of the assignment.
 Proofreading: The final step involves proofreading your composition to catch any
remaining errors or inconsistencies. Carefully review your work for typos,
grammatical mistakes, and formatting issues to ensure that it is error-free and
ready for submission.

14. Sample Dialogue on tourism
Tour Guide: Welcome to our city! Is this your first time visiting?
Tourist: Yes, it is! We're excited to explore all the attractions.
Tour Guide: Great! We have a variety of tours available, from historic
landmarks to culinary adventures. What are you interested in?
Tourist: We'd love to see some historical sites and maybe try some local
cuisine.
Tour Guide: Excellent choice! Our historical tour includes visits to
ancient monuments and museums. And for food lovers, we have a
walking tour of the best eateries in town. Would you like to book one of
these tours?
Tourist: Both sound fantastic! Let's start with the historical tour today
and save the food tour for tomorrow.
Tour Guide: Perfect! I'll make the arrangements. Let's get started on
your exploration of our beautiful city!

15. Activity
 Brainstorm with peers and outline the ideas to
include in a dialogue.
 Write a rough draft of the dialogue on a topic based
on the theme- wildlife.
 Revise the dialogue by adding, rearranging,
removing and replacing ideas, words, phrases and
sentences.
 Edit the dialogue to check for repetition, clarity,
grammar, spelling and punctuation.
 Evaluate each other’s dialogue.
 Share the final dialogues with others by posting
them on the talking walls.