Lesson Plan – Class 8 English Unit 2 Prose: The Wind on Haunted Hill

 

Lesson Plan – Class 8 English

Unit 2 Prose: The Wind on Haunted Hill

1. Learning Objectives

The teacher expects the students to:

• Read and understand the prose lesson with proper pronunciation and intonation.

• Identify the characters, setting, and sequence of events in the story.

• Learn new vocabulary and use them appropriately.

• Develop reading comprehension and critical thinking skills.

• Understand the themes of courage, friendship, and overcoming fear.

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2. Learning Outcomes

At the end of the lesson, the students will be able to:

• 701	answers questions orally and in writing on a variety of texts

• 706	speaks about excerpts, dialogues, skits, short films, news and debate on TV and radio, audio-video programmes on suggested websites

• 707	asks and responds to questions based on texts (from books or other resources) and out of curiosity
  708	reads textual/non-textual materials in English/Braille with comprehension

• 713	infers the meaning of unfamiliar words by reading them in context
  714	refers dictionary, thesaurus and encyclopedia to find meanings / spelling of words while reading and writing

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• Narrate the story in their own words.

• Identify the main characters and important events.

• Infer the message conveyed through the story.

• Demonstrate courage and cooperation in challenging situations.

• Use newly learned words in daily communication.

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3. Introduction

The teacher may ask the following questions:

1. Have you ever walked alone during a storm?

2. Do you believe in ghosts? Why or why not?

3. How would you feel if you were alone in a deserted place at night?

4. What sounds do you hear during strong winds?

After eliciting responses, the teacher introduces the lesson "The Wind on Haunted Hill", a story about a brave girl named Usha who faces fear during a storm.

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4. Reading and Understanding

New Words and Meanings

Word	Meaning
Haunted	Believed to be visited by ghosts
Ruins	Remains of a destroyed building
Bazaar	Market
Stunted	Not fully grown
Scuttled	Ran quickly with short steps
Threatening	Showing signs of danger
Shelter	A place giving protection
Crouched	Bent low with knees close to the body
Forbidding	Unfriendly and frightening
Blossoms	Flowers on a tree

Activity:
Students read the lesson aloud paragraph by paragraph and identify unfamiliar words.

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5. Mind Map

                    THE WIND ON HAUNTED HILL
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      Characters           Setting                  Events
        |                    |                         |
 Usha, Suresh, Binya     Haunted Hill          Usha goes to bazaar
 Grandfather             Ruins                 Storm begins
                          Village              Takes shelter
                                                Sees figures
                                                Suresh & Binya arrive
                                                Safe return home
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                           Theme
                               |
                    Courage – Friendship –
                     Facing Fear Together

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6. Consolidation and Presentation (Summary)

Usha, a young girl, goes to the bazaar to buy household items. While returning home, a severe storm begins. Unable to reach home safely, she takes shelter in the ruins on Haunted Hill, a place known for ghost stories. During the storm, she sees two mysterious figures and becomes frightened. Soon, her brother Suresh and her friend Binya arrive looking for her. Their presence gives her courage. After the storm ends, they safely return home. The story highlights bravery, friendship, and the power of togetherness in overcoming fear.

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7. Reinforcement

The teacher provides additional information:

• The Himalayas are the highest mountain range in the world.

• Storms are common during certain seasons in hilly regions.

• Fear is often created by imagination and misunderstanding.

• Friendship and family support help us overcome difficult situations.

• The story has elements of mystery and adventure.

Value Education:
"Courage is not the absence of fear but the ability to face it."

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8. Evaluation

a) Lower Order Thinking Questions (LOT)

1. Who were the three children in the story?

2. Why did Usha go to the bazaar?

3. Where did Usha take shelter during the storm?

b) Middle Order Thinking Questions (MOT)

1. Why did Usha decide not to return home immediately?

2. How did Suresh and Binya help Usha?

3. What made Haunted Hill seem frightening?

c) Higher Order Thinking Questions (HOT)

1. Do you think the figures Usha saw were ghosts or an illusion? Give reasons.

2. How would you have reacted if you were in Usha's place?

3. What lesson do you learn from the friendship shown in the story?

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9. Remedial Teaching

For slow learners, the teacher will:

• Explain the story using simple language.

• Use pictures of hills, storms, and ruins.

• Read the lesson aloud and encourage repeated reading.

• Conduct vocabulary games and matching activities.

• Provide short summaries and guided questions.

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10. Writing Activity

Write a paragraph (80–100 words) on:

"A Frightening Experience During Bad Weather."

OR

Describe Usha's character in your own words.

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11. Follow-up Activity / Homework

1. Draw a picture of Haunted Hill and label its important features.

2. Write five sentences about courage and bravery.

3. Prepare a character sketch of Usha.

4. Learn the meanings of the new words and use each in a sentence.

Assignment:
Imagine that you are Usha. Write a diary entry describing your experience on Haunted Hill during the storm.