CURRICULUM SPECIFICATION FOR ENGLISH

YEARLY SCHEME OF WORK

ENGLISH LANGUAGE YEAR 3

Week TOPICS THEMES LEARNING OUTCOMES

1 SOCIAL WORLD OF 1.0 LISTENING SKILLS

and EXPRESSION SELF, FAMILY AND By the end of their primary schooling, pupils should be able to
FRIENDS
20 do the following skills :
1.1 Listen to and discriminate similar and different sounds
of the English Language
1.2 Listen to and repeat accurately the correct
pronunciation of words, and the correct intonation and
word stress of phrases, expressions and sentences.
1.3 Acquire vocabulary and understand the meaning
of words and phrases in context.
1.6 Listen to and enjoy the rhyme, rhythm, and
sounds of poetry, jazz chants and songs.

2.0 SPEAKING SKILLS

By the end of their primary schooling, pupils should be
Able to do the following skills :
2.1 Speak clearly by pronouncing words accurately.
2.2 Ask questions politely to obtain information and
clarifications
2.3 Give relevant information politely in response to
enquiries made.
2.6 Perform a variety of functions in a social context
such as exchanging greetings, making
introductions, inviting people, etc

3.0 READING SKILLS

By the end of their primary schooling, pupils should be
Able to do the following skills :
3.1 Acquire word recognition and word attack skills
to recognize words on sight.
3.2 Acquire key words at various stages of
development.
3.3 Read and understand phrases, sentences, paragraph,
and whole text.
3.4 Read aloud expressively and fluently pronouncing
words correctly and observing correct stress and
intonation and sentence rhythm.
3.5 Read and understand the meaning of words by
guessing their meaning through the use of contextual clues.
3.6 Acquire a wide range of vocabulary.
3.8 Use the dictionary.
3.9 Read and enjoy simple poem and stories and
respond to them by talking about the people,
and moral values of the story / poem ; and relate
it to ones life.

4.0 WRITING SKILLS

By the end of their primary schooling, pupils should be

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 Able to do the following skills :
4.1 Write at word, phrase, sentence and paragraph
level in clear, legible print and cursive writing.
4.2 Match words to linear and non-linear
representations ;
i. words to words
ii. words to phrase
iii. words to pictures, symbols
4.3 Complete text with the missing words, phrases or
sentences.
4.5 Spell correctly and take dictations.

GREETINGS WORLD OF SELF,

2 and FAMILY AND 1.0 LISTENING SKILLS
21 FRIENDS By the end of their primary schooling, pupils should be able to
do the following skills :
1.2 Listen to and discriminate similar and different sounds
of the English Language
1.3 Listen to and repeat accurately the correct
pronunciation of words, and the correct intonation and
word stress of phrases, expressions and sentences.
1.3 Acquire vocabulary and understand the meaning
of words and phrases in context.
1.5 Obtain information from text, listen to in relation
to main ideas, specific details, and sequence.
1.6 Listen to and enjoy the rhyme, rhythm, and
sounds of poetry, jazz chants and songs.

2.0 SPEAKING SKILLS

By the end of their primary schooling, pupils should be
Able to do the following skills :
2.1 Speak clearly by pronouncing words accurately.
2.2 Ask questions politely to obtain information and
clarifications
2.3 Give relevant information politely in response to
enquiries made.
2.7 Express thought and feelings and give opinions
on things read, seen, heard and viewed in
simple language.
2.8 Perform a variety of functions in a social context
such as exchanging greetings, making
introductions, inviting people, etc

3.0 READING SKILLS

By the end of their primary schooling, pupils should be
Able to do the following skills :
3.1 Acquire word recognition and word attack skills
to recognize words on sight.
3.3 Acquire key words at various stages of
development.
3.3 Read and understand phrases, sentences, paragraph,
and whole text.
3.4 Read aloud expressively and fluently pronouncing
words correctly and observing correct stress and
intonation and sentence rhythm.
3.6 Acquire a wide range of vocabulary.

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 3.7 Read and understand simple factual texts for main
ideas, supporting details, sequence and cause
and effect .
3.8 Use the dictionary.
3.10 Read widely and independently.

4.0 WRITING SKILLS

By the end of their primary schooling, pupils should be
Able to do the following skills :
4.1 Write at word, phrase, sentence and paragraph
level in clear, legible print and cursive writing.
4.2 Match words to linear and non-linear
representations ;
i. words to words
ii. words to phrase
iii. words to pictures, symbols
4.3 Complete text with the missing words, phrases or
sentences.
4.4Construct simple and compound sentences with
guidance and independently.
4.5 Spell correctly and take dictations.

PERSONAL WORLD OF
3 and DETAILS SELF, FAMILY AND 1.0 LISTENING SKILLS
22 FRIENDS By the end of their primary schooling, pupils should be able to
do the following skills :
1.2 Listen to and repeat accurately the correct
pronunciation of words, and the correct intonation and
word stress of phrases, expressions and sentences.
1.3 Acquire vocabulary and understand the meaning
of words and phrases in context.
1.5 Obtain information from text, listen to in relation
to main ideas, specific details, and sequence.
1.6 Listen to and enjoy the rhyme, rhythm, and
sounds of poetry, jazz chants and songs.
1.7 Listen to and enjoy stories, fables and other tales
of imagination and fantasy and predict
outcomes, and draw conclusions at a level suited
to the pupils ability.

2.0 SPEAKING SKILLS

By the end of their primary schooling, pupils should be
Able to do the following skills :
2.1 Speak clearly by pronouncing words accurately.
2.2 Ask questions politely to obtain information and
clarifications
2.3 Give relevant information politely in response to
enquiries made.
2.5 Talk about the people, places and the moral values
of the stories heard, read and viewed in simple
language.
2.7 Perform a variety of functions in a social context
such as exchanging greetings, making
introductions, inviting people, etc

3.0 READING SKILLS

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 By the end of their primary schooling, pupils should be
Able to do the following skills :
3.2 Acquire key words at various stages of
development.
3.4 Read aloud expressively and fluently pronouncing
words correctly and observing correct stress and
intonation and sentence rhythm.
3.5 Read and understand the meaning of words by
guessing their meaning through the use of contextual clues.
3.7 Read and understand simple factual texts for main
ideas, supporting details, sequence and cause
and effect .
3.8 Use the dictionary.
3.9 Read and enjoy simple poem and stories and
respond to them by talking about the people,
and moral values of the story / poem ; and relate
it to ones life.
3.10 Read widely and independently.

4.0 WRITING SKILLS

By the end of their primary schooling, pupils should be
Able to do the following skills :
4.1 Write at word, phrase, sentence and paragraph
level in clear, legible print and cursive writing.
4.2 Match words to linear and non-linear
representations ;
i. words to words
ii. words to phrase
iii. words to pictures, symbols
4.3 Complete text with the missing words, phrases or
sentences.
4.4Construct simple and compound sentences with
guidance and independently.
4.5 Spell correctly and take dictations.

SHAPES AND WORLD OF

4 and COLOURS KNOWLEDGE 1.0 LISTENING SKILLS
23 By the end of their primary schooling, pupils should be able to
do the following skills :
1.2 Listen to and repeat accurately the correct
pronunciation of words, and the correct intonation and
word stress of phrases, expressions and sentences.
1.3 Acquire vocabulary and understand the meaning
of words and phrases in context.
1.6 Listen to and enjoy the rhyme, rhythm, and
sounds of poetry, jazz chants and songs.
1.7 Listen to and enjoy stories, fables and other tales
of imagination and fantasy and predict
outcomes, and draw conclusions at a level suited
to the pupils ability.

2.0 SPEAKING SKILLS

By the end of their primary schooling, pupils should be
Able to do the following skills :
2.1 Speak clearly by pronouncing words accurately.
2.2 Ask questions politely to obtain information and

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 clarifications
2.3 Give relevant information politely in response to
enquiries made.
2.6 Express thought and feelings and give opinions
on things read, seen, heard and viewed in
simple language.

3.0 READING SKILLS

By the end of their primary schooling, pupils should be
Able to do the following skills :
3.1 Acquire word recognition and word attack skills
to recognize words on sight.
3.3 Acquire key words at various stages of
development.
3.4 Read aloud expressively and fluently pronouncing
words correctly and observing correct stress and
intonation and sentence rhythm.
3.5 Read and understand the meaning of words by
guessing their meaning through the use of contextual clues.
3.6 Acquire a wide range of vocabulary.
3.7 Read and understand simple factual texts for main
ideas, supporting details, sequence and cause
and effect .
3.8 Use the dictionary.
3.10 Read widely and independently.

4.0 WRITING SKILLS

By the end of their primary schooling, pupils should be
Able to do the following skills :
4.1 Write at word, phrase, sentence and paragraph
level in clear, legible print and cursive writing.
4.2 Match words to linear and non-linear
representations ;
i. words to words
ii. words to phrase
iii. words to pictures, symbols
4.3 Complete text with the missing words, phrases or
sentences.
4.5 Spell correctly and take dictations.
4.7 Give accurate information, when writing messages,
instructions, simple reports, and when filling out
forms

OBJECTS WORLD OF 1.0 LISTENING SKILLS

5 and KNOWLEDGE By the end of their primary schooling, pupils should be able to
24 do the following skills :
1.1 Listen to and discriminate similar and different
sound of the English Language.
1.2 Listen to and repeat accurately the correct
pronunciation of words, and the correct intonation and
word stress of phrases, expressions and sentences.
1.4 Listen to and follow simple instructions accurately.
1.5 Obtain information from text, listen to in relation
to main ideas, specific details, and sequence.
1.6 Listen to and enjoy the rhyme, rhythm, and

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 sounds of poetry, jazz chants and songs.

2.0 SPEAKING SKILLS

By the end of their primary schooling, pupils should be
Able to do the following skills :
2.1 Speak clearly by pronouncing words accurately.
2.3 Give relevant information politely in response to
enquiries made.
2.4 Tell stories based on pictures and other stimuli,
and recite poem.
2.5 Talk about the people, places and the moral values
of the stories heard, read and viewed in simple
language.
2.7 Perform a variety of functions in a social context
such as exchanging greetings, making
introductions, inviting people, etc

3.0 READING SKILLS

By the end of their primary schooling, pupils should be
Able to do the following skills :
3.1 Acquire word recognition and word attack skills
to recognize words on sight.
3.3 Acquire key words at various stages of
development.
3.3 Read and understand phrases, sentences, paragraph,
and whole text.
3.5 Read and understand the meaning of words by
guessing their meaning through the use of contextual clues.
3.6 Acquire a wide range of vocabulary.
3.7 Read and understand simple factual texts for main
ideas, supporting details, sequence and cause
and effect .
3.8 Use the dictionary.
3.9 Read and enjoy simple poem and stories and
respond to them by talking about the people,
and moral values of the story / poem ; and relate
it to ones life.
3.10 Read widely and independently.

4.0 WRITING SKILLS

By the end of their primary schooling, pupils should be
Able to do the following skills :
4.1 Write at word, phrase, sentence and paragraph
level in clear, legible print and cursive writing.
4.2 Match words to linear and non-linear
representations ;
i. words to words
ii. words to phrase
iii. words to pictures, symbols
4.3 Complete text with the missing words, phrases or
sentences.
4.4Construct simple and compound sentences with
guidance and independently.
4.5 Spell correctly and take dictations.
4.6 Punctuate meaningfully.

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 CARDINAL WORLD OF 1.0 LISTENING SKILLS
6 and NUMBERS KNOWLEDGE By the end of their primary schooling, pupils should be able to
25 do the following skills :
1.1 Listen to and discriminate similar and different
sound of the English Language.
1.2 Listen to and repeat accurately the correct
pronunciation of words, and the correct intonation and
word stress of phrases, expressions and sentences.
1.3 Acquire vocabulary and understand the meaning
of words and phrases in context.
1.4 Listen to and follow simple instructions accurately.
1.5 Obtain information from text, listen to in relation
to main ideas, specific details, and sequence.
1.6 Listen to and enjoy the rhyme, rhythm, and
sounds of poetry, jazz chants and songs.

2.0 SPEAKING SKILLS

By the end of their primary schooling, pupils should be
Able to do the following skills :
2.1 Speak clearly by pronouncing words accurately.
2.2 Ask questions politely to obtain information and
clarifications
2.3 Give relevant information politely in response to
enquiries made.
2.4 Tell stories based on pictures and other stimuli,
and recite poem.
2.5 Talk about the people, places and the moral values
of the stories heard, read and viewed in simple
language.
2.6 Express thought and feelings and give opinions
on things read, seen, heard and viewed in
simple language.
2.7 Perform a variety of functions in a social context
such as exchanging greetings, making
introductions, inviting people, etc

3.0 READING SKILLS

By the end of their primary schooling, pupils should be
Able to do the following skills :
3.1 Acquire word recognition and word attack skills
to recognize words on sight.
3.2 Acquire key words at various stages of
development.
3.3 Read and understand phrases, sentences, paragraph,
and whole text.
3.4 Read aloud expressively and fluently pronouncing
words correctly and observing correct stress and
intonation and sentence rhythm.
3.5 Read and understand the meaning of words by
guessing their meaning through the use of contextual clues.
3.6 Acquire a wide range of vocabulary.
3.7 Read and understand simple factual texts for main
ideas, supporting details, sequence and cause
and effect .
3.8 Use the dictionary.

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 3.9 Read and enjoy simple poem and stories and
respond to them by talking about the people,
and moral values of the story / poem ; and relate
it to ones life.
3.10 Read widely and independently.

4.0 WRITING SKILLS

By the end of their primary schooling, pupils should be
Able to do the following skills :
4.1 Write at word, phrase, sentence and paragraph
level in clear, legible print and cursive writing.
4.2 Match words to linear and non-linear
representations ;
i. words to words
ii. words to phrase
iii. words to pictures, symbols
4.3 Complete text with the missing words, phrases or
sentences.
4.5 Spell correctly and take dictations.
4.6 Punctuate meaningfully.
4.7 Give accurate information, when writing messages,
instructions, simple reports, and when filling out
forms
ORDINAL WORLD OF
7 and NUMBERS KNOWLEDGE 1.0 LISTENING SKILLS
26 By the end of their primary schooling, pupils should be able to
do the following skills :
1.1 Listen to and discriminate similar and different
sound of the English Language.
1.2 Listen to and repeat accurately the correct
pronunciation of words, and the correct intonation and
word stress of phrases, expressions and sentences.
1.3 Acquire vocabulary and understand the meaning
of words and phrases in context.
1.4 Listen to and follow simple instructions accurately.
1.6 Listen to and enjoy the rhyme, rhythm, and
sounds of poetry, jazz chants and songs.

2.0 SPEAKING SKILLS

By the end of their primary schooling, pupils should be
Able to do the following skills :
2.1 Speak clearly by pronouncing words accurately.
2.2 Ask questions politely to obtain information and
clarifications
2.3 Give relevant information politely in response to
enquiries made.
2.5 Talk about the people, places and the moral values
of the stories heard, read and viewed in simple
language.
2.6 Express thought and feelings and give opinions
on things read, seen, heard and viewed in
simple language.
2.7 Perform a variety of functions in a social context
such as exchanging greetings, making
introductions, inviting people, etc

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 3.0 READING SKILLS
By the end of their primary schooling, pupils should be
Able to do the following skills :
3.1 Acquire word recognition and word attack skills
to recognize words on sight.
3.3 Acquire key words at various stages of development.
3.3 Read and understand phrases, sentences, paragraph,
and whole text.
3.4 Read aloud expressively and fluently pronouncing
words correctly and observing correct stress and
intonation and sentence rhythm.
3.5 Read and understand the meaning of words by
guessing their meaning through the use of contextual clues.
3.6 Acquire a wide range of vocabulary.
3.7 Read and understand simple factual texts for main
ideas, supporting details, sequence and cause
and effect .
3.8 Use the dictionary.
3.10 Read widely and independently.

4.0 WRITING SKILLS

By the end of their primary schooling, pupils should be
Able to do the following skills :
4.1 Write at word, phrase, sentence and paragraph
level in clear, legible print and cursive writing.
4.2 Match words to linear and non-linear
representations ;
i. words to words
ii. words to phrase
iii. words to pictures, symbols
4.3 Complete text with the missing words, phrases or
sentences.
4.4Construct simple and compound sentences with
guidance and independently.
4.5 Spell correctly and take dictations.
4.6 Punctuate meaningfully.
4.7 Give accurate information, when writing messages,
instructions, simple reports, and when filling out
forms
PARTS OF THE WORLD OF
BODY KNOWLEDGE 1.0 LISTENING SKILLS
8 and By the end of their primary schooling, pupils should be able to
27 do the following skills :
WORLD OF STORIES 1.1 Listen to and discriminate similar and different
sound of the English Language.
1.2 Listen to and repeat accurately the correct
pronunciation of words, and the correct intonation and
word stress of phrases, expressions and sentences.
1.3 Acquire vocabulary and understand the meaning
of words and phrases in context.
1.4 Listen to and follow simple instructions accurately.
1.5 Obtain information from text, listen to in relation
to main ideas, specific details, and sequence.
1.6 Listen to and enjoy the rhyme, rhythm, and
sounds of poetry, jazz chants and songs.
1.7 Listen to and enjoy stories, fables and other tales

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 of imagination and fantasy and predict
outcomes, and draw conclusions at a level suited
to the pupils ability.

2.0 SPEAKING SKILLS

By the end of their primary schooling, pupils should be
Able to do the following skills :
2.1 Speak clearly by pronouncing words accurately.
2.2 Ask questions politely to obtain information and
clarifications
2.3 Give relevant information politely in response to
enquiries made.
2.4 Tell stories based on pictures and other stimuli,
and recite poem.
2.5 Talk about the people, places and the moral values
of the stories heard, read and viewed in simple
language.
2.6 Express thought and feelings and give opinions on
things read, seen, heard and viewed i simple language.
2.7 Perform a variety of functions in a social context
such as exchanging greetings, making
introductions, inviting people, etc

3.0 READING SKILLS

By the end of their primary schooling, pupils should be
Able to do the following skills :
3.1 Acquire word recognition and word attack skills
to recognize words on sight.
3.3 Acquire key words at various stages of
development.
3.3 Read and understand phrases, sentences, paragraph,
and whole text.
3.4 Read aloud expressively and fluently pronouncing
words correctly and observing correct stress and
intonation and sentence rhythm.
3.5 Read and understand the meaning of words by
guessing their meaning through the use of contextual clues.
3.6 Acquire a wide range of vocabulary.
3.7 Read and understand simple factual texts for main
ideas, supporting details, sequence and cause
and effect .
3.8 Use the dictionary.
3.9 Read and enjoy simple poem and stories and
respond to them by talking about the people,
and moral values of the story / poem ; and relate
it to ones life.
3.10 Read widely and independently.

4.0 WRITING SKILLS

By the end of their primary schooling, pupils should be
Able to do the following skills :
4.1 Write at word, phrase, sentence and paragraph
level in clear, legible print and cursive writing.
4.2 Match words to linear and non-linear
representations ;
i. words to words

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 ii. words to phrase
iii. words to pictures, symbols
4.3 Complete text with the missing words, phrases or
sentences.
4.4Construct simple and compound sentences with
guidance and independently.
4.5 Spell correctly and take dictations.
4.6 Punctuate meaningfully.
4.7 Give accurate information, when writing messages,
instructions, simple reports, and when filling out
forms
FAMILY AND WORLD OF SELF,
1.0 LISTENING SKILLS
RELATIVES FAMILY AND
9 and FRIENDS By the end of their primary schooling, pupils should be able to
28 do the following skills :
1.1 Listen to and discriminate similar and different
WORLD OF STORIES sound of the English Language.
1.2 Listen to and repeat accurately the correct
pronunciation of words, and the correct intonation and
word stress of phrases, expressions and sentences.
1.3 Acquire vocabulary and understand the meaning
of words and phrases in context.
1.4 Listen to and follow simple instructions accurately.
1.5 Obtain information from text, listen to in relation
to main ideas, specific details, and sequence.
1.6 Listen to and enjoy the rhyme, rhythm, and
sounds of poetry, jazz chants and songs.
1.7 Listen to and enjoy stories, fables and other tales
of imagination and fantasy and predict
outcomes, and draw conclusions at a level suited
to the pupils ability.

2.0 SPEAKING SKILLS

By the end of their primary schooling, pupils should be
Able to do the following skills :
2.1 Speak clearly by pronouncing words accurately.
2.2 Ask questions politely to obtain information and
clarifications
2.3 Give relevant information politely in response to
enquiries made.
2.4 Tell stories based on pictures and other stimuli,
and recite poem.
2.5 Talk about the people, places and the moral values
of the stories heard, read and viewed in simple
language.
2.6 Express thought and feelings and give opinions
on things read, seen, heard and viewed in
simple language.
2.7 Perform a variety of functions in a social context
such as exchanging greetings, making
introductions, inviting people, etc

3.0 READING SKILLS

By the end of their primary schooling, pupils should be
Able to do the following skills :
3.1 Acquire word recognition and word attack skills

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 to recognize words on sight.
3.3 Acquire key words at various stages of
development.
3.3 Read and understand phrases, sentences, paragraph,
and whole text.
3.4 Read aloud expressively and fluently pronouncing
words correctly and observing correct stress and
intonation and sentence rhythm.
3.5 Read and understand the meaning of words by
guessing their meaning through the use of contextual clues.
3.6 Acquire a wide range of vocabulary.
3.7 Read and understand simple factual texts for main
ideas, supporting details, sequence and cause
and effect .
3.8 Use the dictionary.
3.9 Read and enjoy simple poem and stories and
respond to them by talking about the people,
and moral values of the story / poem ; and relate
it to ones life.
3.10 Read widely and independently.

4.0 WRITING SKILLS

By the end of their primary schooling, pupils should be
Able to do the following skills :
4.1 Write at word, phrase, sentence and paragraph
level in clear, legible print and cursive writing.
4.2 Match words to linear and non-linear
representations ;
i. words to words
ii. words to phrase
iii. words to pictures, symbols
4.3 Complete text with the missing words, phrases or
sentences.
4.4Construct simple and compound sentences with
guidance and independently.
4.5 Spell correctly and take dictations.
4.6 Punctuate meaningfully.
4.7 Give accurate information, when writing messages,
instructions, simple reports, and when filling out
forms
FOOD AND WORLD OF
DRINKS KNOWLEDGE 1.0 LISTENING SKILLS
10 and By the end of their primary schooling, pupils should be able to
29 WORLD OF STORIES do the following skills :
1.1 Listen to and discriminate similar and different
sound of the English Language.
1.2 Listen to and repeat accurately the correct
pronunciation of words, and the correct intonation and
word stress of phrases, expressions and sentences.
1.3 Acquire vocabulary and understand the meaning
of words and phrases in context.
1.4 Listen to and follow simple instructions accurately.
1.5 Obtain information from text, listen to in relation
to main ideas, specific details, and sequence.
1.6 Listen to and enjoy the rhyme, rhythm, and
sounds of poetry, jazz chants and songs.

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1.7 Listen to and enjoy stories, fables and other tales
of imagination and fantasy and predict
outcomes, and draw conclusions at a level suited
to the pupils ability.

2.0 SPEAKING SKILLS

By the end of their primary schooling, pupils should be
Able to do the following skills :
2.1 Speak clearly by pronouncing words accurately.
2.2 Ask questions politely to obtain information and
clarifications
2.3 Give relevant information politely in response to
enquiries made.
2.4 Tell stories based on pictures and other stimuli,
and recite poem.
2.5 Talk about the people, places and the moral values
of the stories heard, read and viewed in simple
language.
2.6 Express thought and feelings and give opinions
on things read, seen, heard and viewed in
simple language.
2.7 Perform a variety of functions in a social context
such as exchanging greetings, making
introductions, inviting people, etc

3.0 READING SKILLS

By the end of their primary schooling, pupils should be
Able to do the following skills :
3.1 Acquire word recognition and word attack skills
to recognize words on sight.
3.3 Acquire key words at various stages of
development.
3.3 Read and understand phrases, sentences, paragraph,
and whole text.
3.4 Read aloud expressively and fluently pronouncing
words correctly and observing correct stress and
intonation and sentence rhythm.
3.5 Read and understand the meaning of words by
guessing their meaning through the use of contextual clues.
3.6 Acquire a wide range of vocabulary.
3.7 Read and understand simple factual texts for main
ideas, supporting details, sequence and cause
and effect .
3.8 Use the dictionary.
3.9 Read and enjoy simple poem and stories and
respond to them by talking about the people,
and moral values of the story / poem ; and relate
it to ones life.
3.10 Read widely and independently.

4.0 WRITING SKILLS

By the end of their primary schooling, pupils should be
Able to do the following skills :
4.1 Write at word, phrase, sentence and paragraph
level in clear, legible print and cursive writing.
4.2 Match words to linear and non-linear

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 representations ;
i. words to words
ii. words to phrase
iii. words to pictures, symbols
4.3 Complete text with the missing words, phrases or
sentences.
4.4Construct simple and compound sentences with
guidance and independently.
4.5 Spell correctly and take dictations.
4.6 Punctuate meaningfully.
4.7 Give accurate information, when writing messages,
instructions, simple reports, and when filling out
forms
VEGETATIONS WORLD OF
KNOWLEDGE 1.0 LISTENING SKILLS
11 and By the end of their primary schooling, pupils should be able to
30 do the following skills :
1.1 Listen to and discriminate similar and different
sound of the English Language.
1.2 Listen to and repeat accurately the correct
pronunciation of words, and the correct intonation and
word stress of phrases, expressions and sentences.
1.3 Acquire vocabulary and understand the meaning
of words and phrases in context.
1.4 Listen to and follow simple instructions accurately.
1.5 Obtain information from text, listen to in relation
to main ideas, specific details, and sequence.
1.6 Listen to and enjoy the rhyme, rhythm, and
sounds of poetry, jazz chants and songs.
1.7 Listen to and enjoy stories, fables and other tales
of imagination and fantasy and predict
outcomes, and draw conclusions at a level suited to
the pupils ability.

2.0 SPEAKING SKILLS

By the end of their primary schooling, pupils should be
Able to do the following skills :
2.1 Speak clearly by pronouncing words accurately.
2.2 Ask questions politely to obtain information and
clarifications
2.3 Give relevant information politely in response to
enquiries made.
2.4 Tell stories based on pictures and other stimuli,
and recite poem.
2.5 Talk about the people, places and the moral values
of the stories heard, read and viewed in simple
language.
2.6 Express thought and feelings and give opinions
on things read, seen, heard and viewed in
simple language.
2.7 Perform a variety of functions in a social context
such as exchanging greetings, making
introductions, inviting people, etc

3.0 READING SKILLS

By the end of their primary schooling, pupils should be

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 Able to do the following skills :
3.1 Acquire word recognition and word attack skills
to recognize words on sight.
3.3 Acquire key words at various stages of
development.
3.3 Read and understand phrases, sentences, paragraph,
and whole text.
3.4 Read aloud expressively and fluently pronouncing
words correctly and observing correct stress and
intonation and sentence rhythm.
3.5 Read and understand the meaning of words by
guessing their meaning through the use of contextual clues.
3.6 Acquire a wide range of vocabulary.
3.7 Read and understand simple factual texts for main
ideas, supporting details, sequence and cause
and effect .
3.8 Use the dictionary.
3.9 Read and enjoy simple poem and stories and
respond to them by talking about the people,
and moral values of the story / poem ; and relate
it to ones life.
3.10 Read widely and independently.

4.0 WRITING SKILLS

By the end of their primary schooling, pupils should be
Able to do the following skills :
4.1 Write at word, phrase, sentence and paragraph
level in clear, legible print and cursive writing.
4.2 Match words to linear and non-linear
representations ;
i. words to words
ii. words to phrase
iii. words to pictures, symbols
4.3 Complete text with the missing words, phrases or
sentences.
4.4Construct simple and compound sentences with
guidance and independently.
4.5 Spell correctly and take dictations.
4.6 Punctuate meaningfully.
4.7 Give accurate information, when writing messages,
instructions, simple reports, and when filling out
forms
ANIMALS WORLD OF
12 and KNOWLEDGE 1.0 LISTENING SKILLS
31 By the end of their primary schooling, pupils should be able to
WORLD OF STORIES do the following skills :
1.1 Listen to and discriminate similar and different
sound of the English Language.
1.2 Listen to and repeat accurately the correct
pronunciation of words, and the correct intonation and
word stress of phrases, expressions and sentences.
1.3 Acquire vocabulary and understand the meaning
of words and phrases in context.
1.4 Listen to and follow simple instructions accurately.
1.5 Obtain information from text, listen to in relation
to main ideas, specific details, and sequence.

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1.6 Listen to and enjoy the rhyme, rhythm, and
sounds of poetry, jazz chants and songs.
1.7 Listen to and enjoy stories, fables and other tales
of imagination and fantasy and predict
outcomes, and draw conclusions at a level suited
to the pupils ability.

2.0 SPEAKING SKILLS

By the end of their primary schooling, pupils should be
Able to do the following skills :
2.1 Speak clearly by pronouncing words accurately.
2.2 Ask questions politely to obtain information and
clarifications
2.3 Give relevant information politely in response to
enquiries made.
2.4 Tell stories based on pictures and other stimuli,
and recite poem.
2.5 Talk about the people, places and the moral values
of the stories heard, read and viewed in simple
language.
2.6 Express thought and feelings and give opinions
on things read, seen, heard and viewed in
simple language.
2.7 Perform a variety of functions in a social context
such as exchanging greetings, making
introductions, inviting people, etc

3.0 READING SKILLS

By the end of their primary schooling, pupils should be
Able to do the following skills :
3.1 Acquire word recognition and word attack skills
to recognize words on sight.
3.3 Acquire key words at various stages of
development.
3.3 Read and understand phrases, sentences, paragraph,
and whole text.
3.4 Read aloud expressively and fluently pronouncing
words correctly and observing correct stress and
intonation and sentence rhythm.
3.5 Read and understand the meaning of words by
guessing their meaning through the use of contextual clues.
3.6 Acquire a wide range of vocabulary.
3.7 Read and understand simple factual texts for main
ideas, supporting details, sequence and cause
and effect .
3.8 Use the dictionary.
3.9 Read and enjoy simple poem and stories and
respond to them by talking about the people,
and moral values of the story / poem ; and relate
it to ones life.
3.10 Read widely and independently.

4.0 WRITING SKILLS

By the end of their primary schooling, pupils should be
Able to do the following skills :
4.1 Write at word, phrase, sentence and paragraph

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 level in clear, legible print and cursive writing.
4.2 Match words to linear and non-linear
representations ;
i. words to words
ii. words to phrase
iii. words to pictures, symbols
4.3 Complete text with the missing words, phrases or
sentences.
4.4Construct simple and compound sentences with
guidance and independently.
4.5 Spell correctly and take dictations.
4.6 Punctuate meaningfully.
4.7 Give accurate information, when writing messages,
instructions, simple reports, and when filling out
forms
OCCUPATIONS WORLD OF
13 and KNOWLEDGE 1.0 LISTENING SKILLS
32 By the end of their primary schooling, pupils should be able to
WORLD OF SELF, do the following skills :
FAMILY SND FRIENDS 1.1 Listen to and discriminate similar and different
sound of the English Language.
WORLD OF STORIES
1.2 Listen to and repeat accurately the correct
pronunciation of words, and the correct intonation and
word stress of phrases, expressions and sentences.
1.3 Acquire vocabulary and understand the meaning
of words and phrases in context.
1.4 Listen to and follow simple instructions accurately.
1.5 Obtain information from text, listen to in relation
to main ideas, specific details, and sequence.
1.6 Listen to and enjoy the rhyme, rhythm, and
sounds of poetry, jazz chants and songs.
1.7 Listen to and enjoy stories, fables and other tales
of imagination and fantasy and predict
outcomes, and draw conclusions at a level suited
to the pupils ability.

2.0 SPEAKING SKILLS

By the end of their primary schooling, pupils should be
Able to do the following skills :
2.1 Speak clearly by pronouncing words accurately.
2.2 Ask questions politely to obtain information and
clarifications
2.3 Give relevant information politely in response to
enquiries made.
2.4 Tell stories based on pictures and other stimuli,
and recite poem.
2.5 Talk about the people, places and the moral values
of the stories heard, read and viewed in simple
language.
2.6 Express thought and feelings and give opinions
on things read, seen, heard and viewed in
simple language.
2.7 Perform a variety of functions in a social context
such as exchanging greetings, making
introductions, inviting people, etc

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 3.0 READING SKILLS
By the end of their primary schooling, pupils should be
Able to do the following skills :
3.1 Acquire word recognition and word attack skills
to recognize words on sight.
3.3 Acquire key words at various stages of
development.
3.3 Read and understand phrases, sentences, paragraph,
and whole text.
3.4 Read aloud expressively and fluently pronouncing
words correctly and observing correct stress and
intonation and sentence rhythm.
3.5 Read and understand the meaning of words by
guessing their meaning through the use of contextual clues.
3.6 Acquire a wide range of vocabulary.
3.7 Read and understand simple factual texts for main
ideas, supporting details, sequence and cause
and effect .
3.8 Use the dictionary.
3.9 Read and enjoy simple poem and stories and
respond to them by talking about the people,
and moral values of the story / poem ; and relate
it to ones life.
3.10 Read widely and independently.

4.0 WRITING SKILLS

By the end of their primary schooling, pupils should be
Able to do the following skills :
4.1 Write at word, phrase, sentence and paragraph
level in clear, legible print and cursive writing.
4.2 Match words to linear and non-linear
representations ;
i. words to words
ii. words to phrase
iii. words to pictures, symbols
4.3 Complete text with the missing words, phrases or
sentences.
4.4Construct simple and compound sentences with
guidance and independently.
4.5 Spell correctly and take dictations.
4.6 Punctuate meaningfully.
4.7 Give accurate information, when writing messages,
instructions, simple reports, and when filling out
WORLD OF forms
KNOWLEDGE
14 and TRANSPORTS 1.0 LISTENING SKILLS
33 By the end of their primary schooling, pupils should be able to
do the following skills :
1.1 Listen to and discriminate similar and different
sound of the English Language.
1.2 Listen to and repeat accurately the correct
pronunciation of words, and the correct intonation and
word stress of phrases, expressions and sentences.
1.3 Acquire vocabulary and understand the meaning
of words and phrases in context.
1.4 Listen to and follow simple instructions accurately.

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1.5 Obtain information from text, listen to in relation
to main ideas, specific details, and sequence.
1.6 Listen to and enjoy the rhyme, rhythm, and
sounds of poetry, jazz chants and songs.
1.7 Listen to and enjoy stories, fables and other tales
of imagination and fantasy and predict
outcomes, and draw conclusions at a level suited
to the pupils ability.

2.0 SPEAKING SKILLS

By the end of their primary schooling, pupils should be
Able to do the following skills :
2.1 Speak clearly by pronouncing words accurately.
2.2 Ask questions politely to obtain information and
clarifications
2.3 Give relevant information politely in response to
enquiries made.
2.4 Tell stories based on pictures and other stimuli,
and recite poem.
2.5 Talk about the people, places and the moral values
of the stories heard, read and viewed in simple
language.
2.6 Express thought and feelings and give opinions
on things read, seen, heard and viewed in
simple language.
2.7 Perform a variety of functions in a social context
such as exchanging greetings, making
introductions, inviting people, etc

3.0 READING SKILLS

By the end of their primary schooling, pupils should be
Able to do the following skills :
3.1 Acquire word recognition and word attack skills
to recognize words on sight.
3.3 Acquire key words at various stages of
development.
3.3 Read and understand phrases, sentences, paragraph,
and whole text.
3.4 Read aloud expressively and fluently pronouncing
words correctly and observing correct stress and
intonation and sentence rhythm.
3.5 Read and understand the meaning of words by
guessing their meaning through the use of contextual clues.
3.6 Acquire a wide range of vocabulary.
3.7 Read and understand simple factual texts for main
ideas, supporting details, sequence and cause
and effect .
3.8 Use the dictionary.
3.9 Read and enjoy simple poem and stories and
respond to them by talking about the people,
and moral values of the story / poem ; and relate
it to ones life.
3.10 Read widely and independently.

4.0 WRITING SKILLS

By the end of their primary schooling, pupils should be

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 Able to do the following skills :
4.1 Write at word, phrase, sentence and paragraph
level in clear, legible print and cursive writing.
4.2 Match words to linear and non-linear
representations ;
i. words to words
ii. words to phrase
iii. words to pictures, symbols
4.3 Complete text with the missing words, phrases or
sentences.
4.4Construct simple and compound sentences with
guidance and independently.
4.5 Spell correctly and take dictations.
4.6 Punctuate meaningfully.
4.7 Give accurate information, when writing messages,
instructions, simple reports, and when filling out
WORLD OF forms
CALENDAR AND KNOWLEDGE
15 and TIME 1.0 LISTENING SKILLS
34 By the end of their primary schooling, pupils should be able to
do the following skills :
1.1 Listen to and discriminate similar and different
sound of the English Language.
1.2 Listen to and repeat accurately the correct
pronunciation of words, and the correct intonation and
word stress of phrases, expressions and sentences.
1.3 Acquire vocabulary and understand the meaning
of words and phrases in context.
1.4 Listen to and follow simple instructions accurately.
1.5 Obtain information from text, listen to in relation
to main ideas, specific details, and sequence.
1.6 Listen to and enjoy the rhyme, rhythm, and
sounds of poetry, jazz chants and songs.
1.7 Listen to and enjoy stories, fables and other tales
of imagination and fantasy and predict
outcomes, and draw conclusions at a level suited
to the pupils ability.

2.0 SPEAKING SKILLS

By the end of their primary schooling, pupils should be
Able to do the following skills :
2.1 Speak clearly by pronouncing words accurately.
2.2 Ask questions politely to obtain information and
clarifications
2.3 Give relevant information politely in response to
enquiries made.
2.4 Tell stories based on pictures and other stimuli,
and recite poem.
2.5 Talk about the people, places and the moral values
of the stories heard, read and viewed in simple
language.
2.6 Express thought and feelings and give opinions
on things read, seen, heard and viewed in
simple language.
2.7 Perform a variety of functions in a social context
such as exchanging greetings, making

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 introductions, inviting people, etc

3.0 READING SKILLS

By the end of their primary schooling, pupils should be
Able to do the following skills :
3.1 Acquire word recognition and word attack skills
to recognize words on sight.
3.3 Acquire key words at various stages of
development.
3.3 Read and understand phrases, sentences, paragraph,
and whole text.
3.4 Read aloud expressively and fluently pronouncing
words correctly and observing correct stress and
intonation and sentence rhythm.
3.5 Read and understand the meaning of words by
guessing their meaning through the use of contextual clues.
3.6 Acquire a wide range of vocabulary.
3.7 Read and understand simple factual texts for main
ideas, supporting details, sequence and cause
and effect .
3.8 Use the dictionary.
3.9 Read and enjoy simple poem and stories and
respond to them by talking about the people,
and moral values of the story / poem ; and relate
it to ones life.
3.10 Read widely and independently.

4.0 WRITING SKILLS

By the end of their primary schooling, pupils should be
Able to do the following skills :
4.1 Write at word, phrase, sentence and paragraph
level in clear, legible print and cursive writing.
4.2 Match words to linear and non-linear
representations ;
i. words to words
ii. words to phrase
iii. words to pictures, symbols
4.3 Complete text with the missing words, phrases or
sentences.
4.4Construct simple and compound sentences with
guidance and independently.
4.5 Spell correctly and take dictations.
4.6 Punctuate meaningfully.
4.7 Give accurate information, when writing messages,
instructions, simple reports, and when filling out
forms
WORLD OF
CLOTHINGS KNOWLEDGE
1.0 LISTENING SKILLS
16 and WORLD OF SELF, By the end of their primary schooling, pupils should be able to
35 FAMILY AND do the following skills :
FRIENDS 1.1 Listen to and discriminate similar and different
sound of the English Language.
1.2 Listen to and repeat accurately the correct
pronunciation of words, and the correct intonation and
word stress of phrases, expressions and sentences.
1.3 Acquire vocabulary and understand the meaning

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 of words and phrases in context.
1.4 Listen to and follow simple instructions accurately.
1.5 Obtain information from text, listen to in relation
to main ideas, specific details, and sequence.
1.6 Listen to and enjoy the rhyme, rhythm, and
sounds of poetry, jazz chants and songs.
1.7 Listen to and enjoy stories, fables and other tales
of imagination and fantasy and predict
outcomes, and draw conclusions at a level suited
to the pupils ability.

2.0 SPEAKING SKILLS

By the end of their primary schooling, pupils should be
Able to do the following skills :
2.1 Speak clearly by pronouncing words accurately.
2.2 Ask questions politely to obtain information and
clarifications
2.3 Give relevant information politely in response to
enquiries made.
2.4 Tell stories based on pictures and other stimuli,
and recite poem.
2.5 Talk about the people, places and the moral values
of the stories heard, read and viewed in simple
language.
2.6 Express thought and feelings and give opinions
on things read, seen, heard and viewed in
simple language.
2.7 Perform a variety of functions in a social context
such as exchanging greetings, making
introductions, inviting people, etc

3.0 READING SKILLS

By the end of their primary schooling, pupils should be
Able to do the following skills :
3.1 Acquire word recognition and word attack skills
to recognize words on sight.
3.3 Acquire key words at various stages of
development.
3.3 Read and understand phrases, sentences, paragraph,
and whole text.
3.4 Read aloud expressively and fluently pronouncing
words correctly and observing correct stress and
intonation and sentence rhythm.
3.5 Read and understand the meaning of words by
guessing their meaning through the use of contextual clues.
3.6 Acquire a wide range of vocabulary.
3.7 Read and understand simple factual texts for main
ideas, supporting details, sequence and cause
and effect .
3.8 Use the dictionary.
3.9 Read and enjoy simple poem and stories and
respond to them by talking about the people,
and moral values of the story / poem ; and relate
it to ones life.
3.10 Read widely and independently.

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 4.0 WRITING SKILLS
By the end of their primary schooling, pupils should be
Able to do the following skills :
4.1 Write at word, phrase, sentence and paragraph
level in clear, legible print and cursive writing.
4.2 Match words to linear and non-linear
representations ;
i. words to words
ii. words to phrase
iii. words to pictures, symbols
4.3 Complete text with the missing words, phrases or
sentences.
4.4Construct simple and compound sentences with
guidance and independently.
4.5 Spell correctly and take dictations.
4.6 Punctuate meaningfully.
4.7 Give accurate information, when writing messages,
instructions, simple reports, and when filling out
forms
WORLD OF
BUILDINGS AND KNOWLEDGE
17 and PLACES
1.0 LISTENING SKILLS
36 By the end of their primary schooling, pupils should be able to
do the following skills :
1.1 Listen to and discriminate similar and different
sound of the English Language.
1.2 Listen to and repeat accurately the correct
pronunciation of words, and the correct intonation and
word stress of phrases, expressions and sentences.
1.3 Acquire vocabulary and understand the meaning
of words and phrases in context.
1.4 Listen to and follow simple instructions accurately.
1.5 Obtain information from text, listen to in relation
to main ideas, specific details, and sequence.
1.6 Listen to and enjoy the rhyme, rhythm, and
sounds of poetry, jazz chants and songs.
1.7 Listen to and enjoy stories, fables and other tales
of imagination and fantasy and predict
outcomes, and draw conclusions at a level suited
to the pupils ability.

2.0 SPEAKING SKILLS

By the end of their primary schooling, pupils should be
Able to do the following skills :
2.1 Speak clearly by pronouncing words accurately.
2.2 Ask questions politely to obtain information and
clarifications
2.3 Give relevant information politely in response to
enquiries made.
2.4 Tell stories based on pictures and other stimuli,
and recite poem.
2.5 Talk about the people, places and the moral values
of the stories heard, read and viewed in simple
language.
2.6 Express thought and feelings and give opinions
on things read, seen, heard and viewed in

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 simple language.
2.7 Perform a variety of functions in a social context
such as exchanging greetings, making
introductions, inviting people, etc

3.0 READING SKILLS

By the end of their primary schooling, pupils should be
Able to do the following skills :
3.1 Acquire word recognition and word attack skills
to recognize words on sight.
3.3 Acquire key words at various stages of
development.
3.3 Read and understand phrases, sentences, paragraph,
and whole text.
3.4 Read aloud expressively and fluently pronouncing
words correctly and observing correct stress and
intonation and sentence rhythm.
3.5 Read and understand the meaning of words by
guessing their meaning through the use of contextual clues.
3.6 Acquire a wide range of vocabulary.
3.7 Read and understand simple factual texts for main
ideas, supporting details, sequence and cause
and effect .
3.8 Use the dictionary.
3.9 Read and enjoy simple poem and stories and
respond to them by talking about the people,
and moral values of the story / poem ; and relate
it to ones life.
3.10 Read widely and independently.

4.0 WRITING SKILLS

By the end of their primary schooling, pupils should be
Able to do the following skills :
4.1 Write at word, phrase, sentence and paragraph
level in clear, legible print and cursive writing.
4.2 Match words to linear and non-linear
representations ;
i. words to words
ii. words to phrase
iii. words to pictures, symbols
4.3 Complete text with the missing words, phrases or
sentences.
4.4Construct simple and compound sentences with
guidance and independently.
4.5 Spell correctly and take dictations.
4.6 Punctuate meaningfully.
4.7 Give accurate information, when writing messages,
instructions, simple reports, and when filling out
forms
WORLD OF
DIRECTIONS AND KNOWLEDGE 1.0 LISTENING SKILLS
18 and LOCATIONS By the end of their primary schooling, pupils should be able to
37 do the following skills :
1.1 Listen to and discriminate similar and different
sound of the English Language.
1.2 Listen to and repeat accurately the correct

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 pronunciation of words, and the correct intonation and
word stress of phrases, expressions and sentences.
1.3 Acquire vocabulary and understand the meaning
of words and phrases in context.
1.4 Listen to and follow simple instructions accurately.
1.5 Obtain information from text, listen to in relation
to main ideas, specific details, and sequence.
1.6 Listen to and enjoy the rhyme, rhythm, and
sounds of poetry, jazz chants and songs.
1.7 Listen to and enjoy stories, fables and other tales
of imagination and fantasy and predict
outcomes, and draw conclusions at a level suited
to the pupils ability.

2.0 SPEAKING SKILLS

By the end of their primary schooling, pupils should be
Able to do the following skills :
2.1 Speak clearly by pronouncing words accurately.
2.2 Ask questions politely to obtain information and
clarifications
2.3 Give relevant information politely in response to
enquiries made.
2.4 Tell stories based on pictures and other stimuli,
and recite poem.
2.5 Talk about the people, places and the moral values
of the stories heard, read and viewed in simple
language.
2.6 Express thought and feelings and give opinions
on things read, seen, heard and viewed in
simple language.
2.7 Perform a variety of functions in a social context
such as exchanging greetings, making
introductions, inviting people, etc

3.0 READING SKILLS

By the end of their primary schooling, pupils should be
Able to do the following skills :
3.1 Acquire word recognition and word attack skills
to recognize words on sight.
3.3 Acquire key words at various stages of
development.
3.3 Read and understand phrases, sentences, paragraph,
and whole text.
3.4 Read aloud expressively and fluently pronouncing
words correctly and observing correct stress and
intonation and sentence rhythm.
3.5 Read and understand the meaning of words by
guessing their meaning through the use of contextual clues.
3.6 Acquire a wide range of vocabulary.
3.7 Read and understand simple factual texts for main
ideas, supporting details, sequence and cause
and effect .
3.8 Use the dictionary.
3.9 Read and enjoy simple poem and stories and
respond to them by talking about the people,
and moral values of the story / poem ; and relate

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 it to ones life.
3.10 Read widely and independently.

4.0 WRITING SKILLS

By the end of their primary schooling, pupils should be
Able to do the following skills :
4.1 Write at word, phrase, sentence and paragraph
level in clear, legible print and cursive writing.
4.2 Match words to linear and non-linear
representations ;
i. words to words
ii. words to phrase
iii. words to pictures, symbols
4.3 Complete text with the missing words, phrases or
sentences.
4.4Construct simple and compound sentences with
guidance and independently.
4.5 Spell correctly and take dictations.
4.6 Punctuate meaningfully.
4.7 Give accurate information, when writing messages,
instructions, simple reports, and when filling out
WORLD OF SELF,
forms
ACTIONS FAMILY AND
19 and FRIENDS 1.0 LISTENING SKILLS
38 By the end of their primary schooling, pupils should be able to
WORLD OF STORIES do the following skills :
1.1 Listen to and discriminate similar and different
sound of the English Language.
1.2 Listen to and repeat accurately the correct
pronunciation of words, and the correct intonation and
word stress of phrases, expressions and sentences.
1.3 Acquire vocabulary and understand the meaning
of words and phrases in context.
1.4 Listen to and follow simple instructions accurately.
1.5 Obtain information from text, listen to in relation
to main ideas, specific details, and sequence.
1.6 Listen to and enjoy the rhyme, rhythm, and
sounds of poetry, jazz chants and songs.
1.7 Listen to and enjoy stories, fables and other tales
of imagination and fantasy and predict
outcomes, and draw conclusions at a level suited
to the pupils ability.

2.0 SPEAKING SKILLS

By the end of their primary schooling, pupils should be
Able to do the following skills :
2.1 Speak clearly by pronouncing words accurately.
2.2 Ask questions politely to obtain information and
clarifications
2.3 Give relevant information politely in response to
enquiries made.
2.4 Tell stories based on pictures and other stimuli,
and recite poem.
2.5 Talk about the people, places and the moral values
of the stories heard, read and viewed in simple
language.

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2.6 Express thought and feelings and give opinions
on things read, seen, heard and viewed in
simple language.
2.7 Perform a variety of functions in a social context
such as exchanging greetings, making
introductions, inviting people, etc

3.0 READING SKILLS

By the end of their primary schooling, pupils should be
Able to do the following skills :
3.1 Acquire word recognition and word attack skills
to recognize words on sight.
3.3 Acquire key words at various stages of
development.
3.3 Read and understand phrases, sentences, paragraph,
and whole text.
3.4 Read aloud expressively and fluently pronouncing
words correctly and observing correct stress and
intonation and sentence rhythm.
3.5 Read and understand the meaning of words by
guessing their meaning through the use of contextual clues.
3.6 Acquire a wide range of vocabulary.
3.7 Read and understand simple factual texts for main
ideas, supporting details, sequence and cause
and effect .
3.8 Use the dictionary.
3.9 Read and enjoy simple poem and stories and
respond to them by talking about the people,
and moral values of the story / poem ; and relate
it to ones life.
3.10 Read widely and independently.

4.0 WRITING SKILLS

By the end of their primary schooling, pupils should be
Able to do the following skills :
4.1 Write at word, phrase, sentence and paragraph
level in clear, legible print and cursive writing.
4.2 Match words to linear and non-linear
representations ;
i. words to words
ii. words to phrase
iii. words to pictures, symbols
4.3 Complete text with the missing words, phrases or
sentences.
4.4Construct simple and compound sentences with
guidance and independently.
4.5 Spell correctly and take dictations.
4.6 Punctuate meaningfully.
4.7 Give accurate information, when writing messages,
instructions, simple reports, and when filling out
forms

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