Understanding and Using Question Words
Understanding and Using Question Words Objective: By the end of this 45-minute lesson, the student will be able to recognize and use common question words such as who, what, where, when, why, and how in sentences.
Learning Objectives
- Identify common question words in spoken and written language.
- Understand the purpose of question words in asking for information.
- Use question words to form simple questions.
Materials Needed
- Printed flashcards with question words (who, what, where, when, why, how)
- Simple storybook or short passage
- Worksheet with sentences missing question words
- Pencil and eraser
Key Vocabulary
- Who
- Asks about a person.
- What
- Asks about a thing or information.
- Where
- Asks about a place.
- When
- Asks about time.
- Why
- Asks for a reason.
- How
- Asks about the way or manner something happens.
Detailed Activities
Introduction to Question Words
- Show the flashcards one by one and read the question word aloud.
- Explain the meaning of each question word using simple examples.
- Ask the student to repeat the words and try using them in their own questions.
Story Listening and Question Identification
- Read a short story or passage aloud to the student.
- Pause and ask questions using the flashcards (e.g., ‘Who is the main character?’, ‘Where does the story take place?’).
- Encourage the student to answer and identify which question word is being used.
Worksheet Practice
- Provide the student with a worksheet that has sentences missing question words.
- Guide the student to choose the correct question word to complete each sentence.
- Review the answers together and discuss why the chosen question word fits best.
Parent & Instructor Notes
- This lesson focuses on helping your child understand and use question words to improve their language and comprehension skills.
- Encourage your child to practice asking questions about everyday things to reinforce learning.
- Keep the tone positive and patient, and praise your child’s efforts during activities.
Assessment Questions
- Can you tell me a question using the word ‘where’?
- What question word would you use to ask about a person?
- Listen to this sentence: ‘___ is your favorite color?’ Which question word fits here?
Extension Ideas
- Create a simple question-and-answer game using the question word flashcards.
- Have your child write a short story and then write questions using question words about their story.
- Practice forming questions about pictures in a magazine or book.
Frequently Asked Questions
Use repetition and daily practice with flashcards or by asking simple questions during everyday activities to reinforce their memory.
Incorporate games, songs, or storytelling to make learning fun and interactive.
Teacher’s Guide
Common Misconceptions:
- Students may confuse question words with other parts of speech like pronouns.
- Some students might use question words incorrectly or in the wrong context.
Scaffolding Ideas:
For Struggling Students:
- Use more visual aids and gestures to explain question words.
- Limit the number of question words introduced at one time.
- Provide one-on-one support and extra practice with flashcards.
For Advanced Students:
- Introduce more complex question forms and sentence structures.
- Encourage the student to create questions for you to answer.
- Incorporate writing activities involving multiple question words.
Pacing Recommendations:
- Spend about 10-15 minutes on introduction and practice with flashcards.
- Allocate 15 minutes for story listening and question identification.
- Use the remaining 15 minutes for worksheet practice and review.
Standards
- 1.L.5 — Demonstrate understanding of the organization and basic features of print, including recognizing question words.
Printable Worksheet
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