Grade 5
Conversations
Achieve Fluency in Verbal Communication Grade 5
Thanks to globalization and the emergence of technologies, international boundaries have become blurred. English, to a high degree, is a commonly understood medium of communication. It is one of the key tools that students need to perform well today and in the future. According to a global study, while recruiting, 98.5% of employers implicitly or explicitly assess a candidate’s English communication skills! There is therefore a growing demand for English communication skills, because it empowers people and enables them to lead a better life.
Functional communication skills, involving aspects of LSRW (listening, speaking, reading and writing), are central to knowledge acquisition, children’s intellectual, social and emotional growth, and life-long learning.
Specifically, strong listening and speaking skills are not only vital in the overall language learning process, but also lead to better reading and writing skills. Yet, these foundational skills tend to be neglected in schools due to the high pupil-teacher ratio, lack of oral language-focused assessment, and most importantly, a lack of systematic and allocated practice time for these skills within the classroom.
Aligned with NEP 2020, NCERT learning outcomes and standardized to CEFR (Common European Framework for Reference) levels, Uolo Speak is a hybrid learning program that focuses on building, applying, practising, and assessing these core language skills.
First, through this book as one of the components of the program, the English classroom becomes an avenue to hone functional speaking skills in real time. The teacher-led activities give learners the opportunity to undertake high-quality, level-appropriate, and experiential activities that help to build confidence and expression in English.
Second, the mobile interface of the product ensures consistent practice of functional LSRW skills. These exercises go beyond traditional question types and employ cutting-edge technology to enable learning and generate instant feedback. For instance, learners practise speaking with Al (artificial intelligence), as if conversing with a real person!
Third, Uolo Speak assessment can be conducted by the school in sync with their academic calendars. The assessment is evaluated by Uolo’s English specialists to give performance report and feedback.
Foreword
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Finally, the reporting methodology used in the above three program components, generates a skill growth chart against CEFR levels for each learner, class and the school. Educators can then clearly identify learners who are reaching, meeting, and exceeding the level requirements, and support them accordingly.
Uolo Speak is a powerful, exciting, and unique experience for learners and teachers. It represents a real life and results-oriented approach to develop essential 21st century functional English skills.
Wishing all teachers, parents, and learners lots of fun and joyful experiences as you embark upon this exciting journey with Uolo Speak.
Dr Laraine O'Connell
D. Litt., English, North West University, South Africa
I am a veteran English teacher and lecturer, with a great love for English and for teaching. I have taught English and trained teachers over many years. I live in South Africa and it is a wonderful experience working with a company promoting the learning of English in India.
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Walkthrough
Each chapter is divided into three sections - Part A, E-Speak, Part B. Daily Conversations Chapter 1
Part A is period 1. It has one text and one classroom activity.
E-Speak section has two mobile app projects. These projects can be done at home or in school.
Part B is period 2. It has one fun activity and one presentation task.
Chapter number and name
Book 3
Talking
Text
Animation video Keywords
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6 7 Chapter Daily Conversations
app
Peer review 6 7 Chapter Daily Conversations Say the dialogue with feelings. Do some actions when you speak. You can read from the book while speaking. Present: Now, say the dialogue with the teacher in class. 3 Practise: Practise each dialogue with a family member. Speak with expression. 2 Star Scale Rate each presentation! Write your friend’s name Write your friend’s name Write your friend’s name Sahil calls Gaurav. Hi, Gaurav! 8 Presentation task Writing notes Fun activity Prompts for thinking Talk to the Shopkeeper You are at a shop to buy something. Say the dialogue. P 1 Project 2 Speak on the Spot Boost your speaking! E-Speak Practise at home! You can use the help words. You can also create your own sentences. The Water Bottle You need a new water bottle. Call your mother to talk about it. Ask Your Cousins! Your cousins have come to your house after a very long time. What questions will you ask them? Share any TWO questions. Sir Hello! Good evening! Good morning! Hi! Hello, good morning! an eraser a pencil a pack of salt a pack of biscuits Do you have ? Sure, here you go. How much does it cost? What is the price? The price is ` 40. Thank you! Many thanks! Sure. Here it is. You are welcome. 4 5 Chapter Daily Conversations Tips for speaking Classroom activity
of Activities Work alone Work in pairs Work in groups Teacher does the activity with learners v Walkthrough
Two mobile
projects
Types
Contents Chapter Outcomes vii 1 Daily Conversations 1 Monu Goes Shopping Alone 2 Talking Politely 9 Conversations Around Us 3 In My Imagination 17 The Mysterious Sound! vi
Chapter Outcomes
Chapter No. Chapter Name Big Skill
Listening Speaking Competencies
1 Daily Conversations Exchanges in daily life situations Ask questions politely during a conversation Share responses and feelings during a conversation
2 Talking Politely Formal conversations
Articulate thoughts correctly during a formal conversation Use appropriate body language and polite expressions
3 In My Imagination Sharing imaginations Appreciate the imaginary elements in audio texts
Share creative and imaginative thoughts with expression
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Daily Conversations Chapter
1 1
Talking
3
Book
Speak on the Spot
Talk to the Shopkeeper
buy
You are at a shop to
something. Say the dialogue.
Good
Boost your speaking! You can use the help words. You can also create your own sentences. Sir Hello!
evening! Good morning! Hi!
an eraser a pencil a pack of salt a pack of biscuits
you
much
it cost? What
the price?
price
4
Hello, good morning!
Do
have ? Sure, here you go. How
does
is
The
is ` 40. Thank you! Many thanks! Sure. Here it is. You are welcome.
E-Speak
Practise at home!
The Water Bottle
You need a new water bottle. Call your mother to talk about it.
Ask Your Cousins!
Your cousins have come to your house after a very long time. What questions will you ask them? Share any TWO questions.
Project 1 Project
2
5 Chapter 1 • Daily Conversations
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7 Chapter 1 • Daily Conversations
Practise: Practise each dialogue with a family member. Speak with expression.
Present: Now, say the dialogue with the teacher in class.
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2 Star Scale Rate each presentation! Write your friend’s name Write your friend’s name Write your friend’s name
Say the dialogue with feelings. Do some actions when you speak. You can read from the book while speaking. . 8
Sahil calls Gaurav. Hi, Gaurav! .
Talking Politely Chapter
2 9
Talking
Book
Conversation Between Neha and Ms Puri
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Imagine you are Neha and your teacher is Ms Puri. Complete the conversation that will happen between Neha and Ms Puri next week.
Take help
the hints
You
hello good evening nice to see you glad to meet you I am fine very much enjoying a lot a little difficult having fun learning new things learning new moves exercising making new friends learning self-defence yes no would love to not ready yet sure excited thank you We have a
tournament next month. Would you like to participate in it? What
you
the
the classes? Are you enjoying your
… … … …
Speak on the Spot Boost your speaking!
from
and speak in full sentences.
can add your own lines if you want. Look at the teacher while saying your lines.
Taekwondo
do
like
most about
Taekwondo classes? Hi Neha. How are you?
E-Speak
Practise at home!
Hello Neighbour
You were not at home and missed receiving a package. Leave a voice message for your neighbour to ask about the package.
Wrong Food Delivery
You have been delivered the wrong food item. Call the food delivery company. Ask them to send the food again or return your money. [Note: Please be polite.]
13 Chapter 2 • Talking Politely Project 3 Project
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In My Imagination
Chapter 3 17
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19 Chapter 3 • In My Imagination Talking
Book
Let’s Imagine... Imagine you are Rahul. How would you react in the three given situations?
call somebody go back to sleep turn on the radio run away watch television call the police
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Speak on the Spot Boost your speaking!
If I hear a strange voice coming from outside my window, I will… If a meteor crashes into my garden, I will…
E-Speak
Practise at home!
The School in My Dream
Aryan had a beautiful dream about his school. Listen and record it.
Technology Is King
Imagine you have a robot at home. Tell us THREE things you will make it do for you.
Project 5 Project 6
21 Chapter 3 • In My Imagination
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23 Chapter 3 • In My Imagination
Write: Make notes on what you will do with the superpower.
(write one thing you will do) (write another thing you will do)
Practise: Now, practise speaking your lines at home with an elder.
Present: In class, tell everyone about the superpower you want.
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2
4
Star Scale Rate each presentation! Write your friend’s name Write your friend’s name Write your friend’s name You can add your own answers other than the hints. Speak with expression. Read from the notes if needed.
Hello everyone! I hope you are having a good day. If I had one superpower, it would be . With my power, I will . I will also . It would be so cool! 24
About this book
This “Conversations” book follows a unique spiraling approach that systematically builds language skills and enables children to express themselves verbally in real-world situations, thus preparing them for the needs of the 21st century world. Each chapter focuses on building specific and age-appropriate English language competencies and weaves together activities that are contextual, experiential, joyful and research-based.
Special features of this book:
• Activities based Learning: joyful and experiential activities that build English communication competencies.
• Texts as per NEP 2020 themes: exciting and stimulating texts that pave the way for English communication activities.
• Tech Integration: the book works in sync with the digital world, where various other activities and projects are undertaken. Learner outputs are evaluated through an AI-based speech recognition engine.
• Assessment of Speaking & Listening as per CEFR: the program includes special assessments that allow systematic reporting of skill growth as per the CEFR.
• Teachers’ Manual: the book is complemented by the Teachers’ Manual that enables teachers to conduct each session effectively.
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