A teacher checklist containing the learning outcomes and progression steps for this fortnight (turned into a checklist) can be found in the downloadable assessment materials. Date: May/June 1
Theme: Holidays
Expected Learning Strand
Oral Language Class: Junior Infants Teacher: Element
Exploring and Using
Learning Outcome (WILF)
11. Information giving, explanation and justification
Through appropriately playful learning experiences, children should be able to…
Supply, explain and justify points of information to familiar and unfamiliar audiences using topic- specific language.
Supporting the Learning Learning Experiences
Oral Language Poster 9: ‘The Airport’ – Developing Speaking and Listening Skills
• Name and describe objects in the poster while playing the game 10 Questions and the digital activity I Spy.
• Complete a descriptive sensory web using the online template (TRB).
• Explain what is happening in the poster using topic-specific language by answering the 5 Ws using the online template (TRB).
• Barrier game: Use language suited to the topic to explain and describe to a partner how the picture should be coloured.
