Introduction:

Introduce today’s topic by saying something like, “Today we’re going to be learning about proper nouns.” Explain that proper nouns are the names of specific people, places, or things and that they always begin with a capital letter. Ask if anyone can give any examples of proper nouns.

Lesson Outline:

1. Explain the difference between common nouns and proper nouns. Use some examples of common and proper nouns.

2. Demonstrate how proper nouns can be used in a sentence.

3. Introduce the idea that proper nouns can include names of books, movies and stories. Show some examples and explain why they begin with a capital letter.

4. Introduce different ways that proper nouns can be divided into groups, including countries, books, and people.

5. Have the students practice recognizing proper nouns in a variety of contexts. This can be done through a game, worksheet, or a video.

Resources:

Video:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mBiP24a-7V0

Worksheets:

https://www.worksheetworks.com/english/grammar/nouns/proper-nouns.html

https://www.education.vic.gov.au/Documents/school/teachers/teachingresources/discipline/english/propernouns.pdf

Questioning:

Throughout the lesson, use questions to assess student understanding and progress. Questions can include:

-What makes a proper noun different from a common noun?

-Can you give an example of a proper noun?

-What are some examples of proper nouns that represent books, movies, and stories?

-How can proper nouns be divided into groups?

Assessment:

At the end of the lesson, have the students complete a worksheet or quiz to assess their understanding of the material.

Differentiation:

Provide differentiation by providing students with different worksheets, questions, and activities that are appropriate to their level of understanding.

Plenary:

Have the students summarize what they have learned in the lesson. Ask what proper nouns are, what makes them different from common nouns, and give examples.