Creating a working model for Direct and Indirect Speech can be both interactive and fun! The goal is to visually explain the differences between direct speech (quoting exact words) and indirect speech (paraphrasing or reporting).
Here’s a step-by-step guide for an English grammar project using cardboard, paper, and interactive elements like sliders or flaps.
Materials Needed:
- Cardboard – for the base and structure
- Colored paper – for speech bubbles, flaps, and decorations
- Glue, scissors, tape – for assembling parts
- Markers or pens – to write sentences and decorate
Concept Overview:
- Direct Speech: Reports the exact words of a speaker (within quotation marks).
Example: John said, “I am happy today.” - Indirect Speech: Reports what the speaker said without using their exact words.
Example: John said that he was happy that day.
Steps to Build the Model:
Step 1: Prepare the Base
- Cut out a rectangular cardboard base (around 30cm x 20cm). This will hold the entire model.
- Divide the base into two sections:
- Left side: Direct Speech
- Right side: Indirect Speech
Summary:
This working model helps students understand the differences between Direct and Indirect Speech through interactive flaps, sliders, and rotating wheels.
It visually demonstrates how sentences transform, making it easier to grasp the rules and concepts of English grammar.