Pets
Cambridge Primary English Grade 3 · Unit 9: Animals · Lesson 25 · Term 1 · Marshall Cavendish
Also known as: Direct and indirect objects
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Lesson idea
We read an advert for a pet shop and how to look after hamsters and rabbits, and we learn direct and indirect objects.
Lesson vocabulary: hamster: a small furry pet · treat: a small nice thing to eat · obstacle course: a path with things to climb over · staff: the people who work in a place · hutch: a wooden home for a rabbit · canary: a small yellow bird · advice: words that help you decide
Key points
- The direct object is what is given: The girl gave her rabbit a carrot.
- The indirect object receives it: rabbit.
- Animals need to be cared for, so learn how to look after your pet.
Lesson questions (15)
- What type of text is 'The pet shop'?
Answer: An advert - What does the shop say a hamster is perfect as?
Answer: A present for your child - What do hamsters need regularly?
Answer: Exercise - How can you train a hamster?
Answer: By giving it treats - What can you teach a hamster?
Answer: To stand and do circles - What can children watch to learn about pets?
Answer: Special videos - Who gives you advice in the shop?
Answer: The staff - What do rabbits need room to do?
Answer: Hop around - What do rabbits eat?
Answer: Fresh hay and green vegetables - Why should you brush a rabbit?
Answer: So it can't eat loose fur - Which pet has a hard shell?
Answer: A tortoise - Which pet has yellow feathers and sings?
Answer: A canary - Complete: Bethany gave ___ cat a toy.
Answer: her - Complete: Julian bought some food ___ his goldfish.
Answer: for - In 'She gave her rabbit a carrot', what is the direct object?
Answer: carrot
About this lesson
“Pets” is from Cambridge Primary English Grade 3 (Unit 9: Animals) and has 15 questions with answers. Sample questions: “What type of text is 'The pet shop'?” and “What does the shop say a hamster is perfect as?”. Every question can be played in any Hessa Play game or activity.
How to use it in class
- Show the question on the board and let students think before the options appear.
- Split the class into two teams; every correct answer earns a point.
- Display it on the smart board, send it as homework by link, or play it solo or in two teams.
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Questions about this lesson
What is a direct object?
It is the thing that is given: The girl gave her rabbit a carrot (carrot).
What is an indirect object?
It is the one who receives the thing: rabbit in the sentence above.
What do pets need?
Pets need care, so we learn how to look after them.
Do students need an account to play this lesson?
No. The teacher shares the lesson link; the student types a first name and plays on a phone or computer, and the score reaches the teacher.
Which games suit this lesson?
You can play it in The Hunter, Complete the sentence, Match Up, Matching pairs and the other games and activities on Hessa Play.