The document discusses tourism within one's own country (domestic tourism). It begins by summarizing a myth about a nomadic tribe called the Wanderers. It then provides questions to analyze the myth, including identifying characters, narrating key events, and explaining the moral lesson. The document also discusses poetry styles, grammar concepts like prepositions, reading comprehension exercises, and writing activities focused on domestic tourism.

1. THEME 8: TOURISM: DOMESTIC

2. 8.1 Listening and Speaking
8.1.1 Listening and Responding:
 Oral Narratives
Myth : A traditional story or legend that typically explains natural
phenomena, the origins of the world, or the customs and beliefs of a society.
Listen to the myth below read by you’re a teacher, parent, guardian or peer
The Myth of the Wanderer's Blessing
In a time long ago, before the rise of cities and kingdoms, there lived a
nomadic tribe known as the Wanderers. They roamed the vast plains and
mountains, guided by the stars and the whispers of the wind. Among
them was a young man named Kael, who possessed an insatiable thirst
for adventure.
One fateful night, as Kael gazed up at the twinkling sky, he saw a
shooting star streak across the heavens. Believing it to be a sign from the
gods, he set out on a journey to follow its path.

3. For days and nights, Kael traversed rugged landscapes and crossed treacherous
rivers, guided only by his intuition and the faint glimmer of the star above. Along
the way, he encountered wondrous sights and met kindred spirits who shared tales
of distant lands and hidden treasures.
Finally, after many trials and tribulations, Kael reached the end of his quest.
There, beneath the canopy of a towering tree, he found the source of the shooting
star: a shimmering pool of crystal-clear water that seemed to reflect the entire
universe.
As he gazed into the pool, Kael felt a sense of peace and contentment wash over
him. He realized that the true blessing of his journey was not the destination
itself, but the experiences and connections he had made along the way.
From that day forward, Kael returned to his tribe and shared the story of his
adventure. Inspired by his tales, the Wanderers embraced the spirit of exploration
and set out to discover new lands and cultures, forging bonds of friendship and
understanding wherever they went.
And so, the myth of the Wanderer's Blessing was born, a testament to the
transformative power of travel and the boundless wonders that await those who
dare to wander.

4. Questions
Identify the characters in the given
myth.
Narrate the key events in the given
myth.
Explain the moral lesson in the set
myth.

5. Activity
 Listen to a narration of a myth from your
community then retell the myth to their peers.
 Watch a video recording of a myth.
1. Identify the characters in the myth.
2. Collaborate to answer questions from the
story.
3. Discuss the lessons learnt from the myth.
4. Discuss the relevance of the story to real life.

6. 8.2 Reading
8.2.1 Intensive Reading
Poem style; style refers to the distinctive way in which a poet chooses to express
their ideas and emotions.
Several aspects contribute to the style of a poem, including:
 Imagery: Imagery refers to the use of vivid and descriptive language that
appeals to the senses, such as sight, sound, touch, taste, and smell.
 Figurative Language: includes techniques such as similes, metaphors,
personification, and symbolism.
 Diction: Diction refers to the poet's choice of words and vocabulary.
 Sound Devices: rhyme, rhythm, alliteration, and assonance contribute to the
musicality and flow of a poem.
 Structure and Form: refers to its organization, layout, and overall appearance
on the page.
 Tone: Tone refers to the attitude or mood conveyed by the poem.
 Themes: Themes are the central ideas or messages explored in the poem.

7. Poem
In our own backyard, where wonders lie,
Domestic tourism, beneath the sky.
From coast to mountains, and fields of green,
A treasure trove of sights unseen.
We wander quaint streets of ancient towns,
Where history whispers and stories abound.
In bustling markets, we taste and explore,
The flavors of home we adore.
Through forests dense, and rivers wide,
We venture forth, our hearts open wide.
To lakes serene, where tranquility reigns,
And mountaintops where beauty remains.
In every corner, a tale to tell,
Of our homeland, we know so well.
Domestic tourism, a journey divine,
In our own country, we truly shine.

8. QUESTIONS
 Infer the meaning of words from the context.
 Use visuals, synonyms, antonyms among others to
infer the meaning of words.
 Rap/recite the poem in turns using relevant non-
verbal cues.
 Answer direct and inferential questions based on
the poem.
 Retell events depicted in the poem in own words.

9. 8.3 Grammar in Use
8.3.1 Word Classes
Simple prepositions
Prepositions are words that typically indicate the relationship between nouns and
other elements in a sentence. Here are examples of prepositions of position,
time, and place:
1. **Prepositions of Position**:
- on: The book is on the table.
- under: The cat is under the bed.
- in front of: The car is parked in front of the house.
- behind: The tree is behind the fence.
- beside: She sat beside her friend.
- between: There is a gap between the two buildings.
- inside: He found his keys inside the drawer.
- outside: The children are playing outside the house.

10. 2. **Prepositions of Time**:
- at: We'll meet at 3 p.m.
- in: She was born in May.
- on: The party is on Saturday.
- during: He fell asleep during the movie.
- for: They will be away for two weeks.
- since: I haven't seen her since last year.
- until/until: The store is open until 9 p.m.
PREPOSITIONS

11. PREPOSITIONS
3. **Prepositions of Place**:
- at: They arrived at the airport.
- in: She lives in the city.
- on: The cat is sitting on the roof.
- by: There's a cafe by the river.
- next to: Our house is next to the park.
- between: The library is between the school and the supermarket.
- among: She found her keys among the papers.
- around: We walked around the neighborhood.

12. ACTIVITY
 Construct sentences using prepositions of position, place and time and display
on charts.
 Fill the gaps in the given sentences using of prepositions of position, time and
place.
1. The cat is __________ the table.
2. We will meet __________ 7 p.m.
3. The store is __________ the corner.
4. She lives __________ the city.
5. The party is __________ Saturday.
6. They arrived __________ the airport.
7. The book is __________ the shelf.
8. We'll be away __________ two weeks.
9. The meeting starts __________ 9 a.m.
10. The playground is __________ the school.

13. 8.4 Reading
8.4.1 Intensive Reading
 Poetry
 The meaning of inanimate characters
"Inanimate characters" refers to non-living objects or entities that are portrayed
as if they have human-like qualities or characteristics in literature, film, or other
forms of storytelling.
Example
Thunder roared loudly.
The wind whistled loudly.

14. Short poem with inanimate characters
1. In a dusty attic, forgotten and old,
Lies a raggedy doll with stories untold.
With button eyes that once gleamed bright,
Now faded and dim in the soft twilight.
2. Beside her sits a weathered book,
Its pages worn from the years it took.
Tales of adventure and dreams so grand,
Whispered to the doll in the quiet land.
3.Together they dwell in their silent abode,
Where time stands still and memories bode.
Inanimate companions, yet filled with grace,
Sharing secrets of an ancient place.
4. For in the attic's shadows deep,
Their friendship blooms, a bond to keep.
Though life may pass and days may end,
Their tale of love will forever transcend.
1. Identify inanimate characters in a poem,
2. Discuss the likely inanimate characters in a poem and their traits,

15. 8.5 Writing
8.5.1 Self Assessment of writing
 Read sample compositions,
 Identify the errors in the compositions and list them down,
 Write a composition related to the theme and peer review
to correct errors,
 Work with peers to create a narrative composition,
 Exchange the composition with peers for review,
 Suggest corrections to be made to the composition,
 Display the edited work on the class notice board,
 Take part in a gallery walk and view what the others have
done.