Introducing Individuals Using (I Am, You Are, My Name Is, We Are, This Is My, Etc.) Basic 2 English Studies Lesson Note

Learning Objectives

By the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:

1. Identify words used to introduce
2. Introduce themselves as individuals

Content

What is an Introduction?

An introduction is when we tell people about ourselves or about other people. It’s like opening a book – we share the most important information so people can get to know us.

Why Do We Introduce Ourselves?

• To make new friends
• To be polite and respectful
• To help people remember us
• To start conversations
• To show confidence
• To share important information about ourselves

Basic Introduction Words and Phrases

1. INTRODUCING YOURSELF

“I AM” Statements

Use “I am” to tell about yourself:

• I am happy to meet you.
• I am seven years old.
• I am a student at Green Valley School.
• I am from Lagos, Nigeria.
• I am good at drawing.
• I am the youngest in my family.

Examples in conversations:

• “Hello! I am Sarah, and I am new to this school.”
• “I am excited to be here today.”
• “I am looking forward to making new friends.”

“MY NAME IS” Statements

Use “My name is” to tell your name:

• My name is David Okafor.
• My name is Princess, but you can call me Prin.
• My name is Ahmad, and I live on Victoria Street.

Variations:

• My full name is Elizabeth Adebayo, but everyone calls me Lizzy.
• My first name is Michael, and my last name is Johnson.

“I LIVE” and “I COME FROM” Statements

Use these to tell where you’re from:

• I live in a blue house near the market.
• I live with my parents and two sisters.
• I come from a large family.
• I come from Kaduna, but now I live in Abuja.

“I LIKE” and “I LOVE” Statements

Use these to share your interests:

• I like playing football with my friends.
• I like reading storybooks before bed.
• I love eating rice and stew.
• I love drawing pictures of animals.
• I love singing songs with my family.

2. TALKING TO OTHERS

“YOU ARE” Statements

Use “You are” to describe others politely:

• You are very kind to help me.
• You are a good friend.
• You are wearing a beautiful dress today.
• You are really good at mathematics.

Questions with “Are you”:

• Are you new to our school?
• Are you from this neighborhood?
• Are you in Primary 2 also?
• Are you going to the party tomorrow?

3. INTRODUCING GROUPS

“WE ARE” Statements

Use “We are” to introduce a group:

• We are students in Primary 2B.
• We are here for the school assembly.
• We are learning about English today.
• We are excited about our field trip.
• We are from the same class.

“THIS IS MY” and “THESE ARE MY” Statements

Use these to introduce family and friends:

• This is my best friend, Kemi.
• This is my little brother, Tunde.
• This is my mother, Mrs. Adenike.
• These are my classmates from school.
• These are my neighbors who live next door.

Complete Introduction Examples

Sample Introduction 1: Meeting a New Friend

“Hello! My name is Fatima Ibrahim. I am eight years old, and I am in Primary 2. I live in Kano with my parents and my baby sister. I love reading books and playing with dolls. I am happy to meet you! What is your name?”

Sample Introduction 2: Introducing Yourself to a Teacher

“Good morning, Teacher. My name is Joseph Okwu. I am seven years old, and I just moved here from Port Harcourt. I am excited to be in your class. I like learning new things, especially about animals. This is my first day at this school.”

Sample Introduction 3: Group Introduction

“Hello everyone! We are the students from Primary 2A. We are here to present our project about Nigerian foods. This is our group leader, Amina, and these are my teammates: Chidi, Blessing, and Emeka. We are excited to share what we learned with you.”

Polite Introduction Phrases

Starting Phrases:

• Good morning/afternoon, my name is…
• Hello, I would like to introduce myself…
• Hi there, I am…
• Excuse me, may I introduce myself?

Ending Phrases:

• Nice to meet you!
• I hope we can be friends.
• I look forward to getting to know you.
• Thank you for listening.
• Please tell me about yourself too.

Asking About Others:

• What is your name?
• Where are you from?
• What do you like to do for fun?
• Are you new here too?
• Would you like to be friends?

Practice Situations

Situation 1: First Day of School

You are starting at a new school. Introduce yourself to your new classmate.

Example Response: “Hi! My name is Grace Nwankwo. I am seven years old, and this is my first day at this school. I just moved here from Enugu with my family. I am a little nervous but also excited. I love drawing and singing. Are you in Primary 2 also? What is your name?”

Situation 2: Meeting Your Teacher

It’s the beginning of the school year. Introduce yourself to your new teacher.

Example Response: “Good morning, Teacher. My name is Ibrahim Musa. I am in Primary 2B this year. I live near the school with my grandmother and my older brother. I like learning about science and animals. I am excited to be in your class this year.”

Situation 3: Making Friends at the Playground

You see a child playing alone and want to make friends.

Example Response: “Hello! I am playing over there, and I noticed you’re by yourself. My name is Chioma. I am seven years old, and I love playing games. Would you like to play with me and my friends? What is your name?”

Situation 4: Introducing Your Family

Your friend comes to visit. Introduce your family members.

Example Response: “This is my mother, Mrs. Adebayo. She works as a nurse. This is my father, Mr. Adebayo. He is a teacher. This is my little sister, Kemi. She is four years old and loves dancing. And this is my grandmother. We call her Mama. These are my family members.”

Cultural Considerations in Introductions

Showing Respect:

• Use proper titles: Mr., Mrs., Miss, Teacher, Doctor
• Greet elders first before introducing yourself
• Stand up straight and look at the person
• Speak clearly and not too fast

Nigerian Cultural Elements:

• Mention your family background respectfully
• Include your hometown or state
• Use appropriate greetings for different times of day
• Show interest in learning about others too

Age-Appropriate Introductions:

• Keep introductions simple and honest
• Share interests that other children can relate to
• Don’t share too much personal information with strangers
• Practice with family members first

Practice Activities

Activity 1: Mirror Practice Stand in front of a mirror and practice introducing yourself. Pay attention to:

• Speaking clearly
• Making eye contact
• Standing straight
• Smiling naturally

Activity 2: Family Role Play Practice introducing family members to each other:

• Introduce your sibling to your friend
• Introduce your friend to your parents
• Introduce your cousin to your classmates

Activity 3: Interview Game Take turns asking and answering introduction questions:

• What is your name?
• How old are you?
• Where do you live?
• What are your favorite activities?
• Do you have any brothers or sisters?