Lesson Plan for Grade 7 English: Unit 1 - Introduction to English
Objective: To introduce basic English vocabulary and grammar to seventh-grade students
Introduction:
Objective: To engage students' interest and create a positive learning environment
Time: 10 minutes
Materials needed: Pictures of different countries, world map, projector
Procedure:
- Start the lesson by showing pictures of different countries and ask students if they can name them. Encourage them to use English words as much as possible.
- Next, use a world map to locate the countries shown in the pictures. Point to each country, pronounce its name, and ask students to repeat after you.
- Discuss the diversity of languages spoken around the world and how English is a widely used language.
- Explain to students that throughout the year, they will be learning English vocabulary and grammar to improve their communication skills.
- Show a short video or play a song related to English as a global language to further engage students' interest.
- Conclude the introduction by telling students that they will now start learning basic English vocabulary and grammar.
Teaching Vocabulary:
Objective: To introduce new English words and build students' vocabulary
Time: 30 minutes
Materials needed: Flashcards with pictures of common objects, whiteboard, markers
Procedure:
- Display flashcards with pictures of common objects on the board, such as a book, pen, computer, etc.
- Start by holding up a flashcard and saying the word aloud. Have the students repeat the word after you.
- Write the word on the whiteboard and encourage students to spell it out.
- Repeat the process with a few more flashcards, gradually increasing the difficulty level.
- Once all the flashcards have been introduced, divide the class into pairs or small groups.
- Give each group a set of flashcards and ask them to take turns showing a card while their partner(s) guess the word.
- Monitor the activity, provide assistance, and praise students for their efforts.
Grammar Practice:
Objective: To practice using simple present tense verbs in sentences
Time: 30 minutes
Materials needed: Verb flashcards, sentence strips, small whiteboards, markers
Procedure:
- Review the concept of simple present tense verbs with the students. Explain that these verbs describe actions that happen regularly or facts that are true.
- Show students flashcards with different verbs written on them.
- Hold up a flashcard, read the verb, and ask the students to come up with a sentence using that verb.
- Write the sentence on the board as a model and ask students to follow the same structure to create their own sentences.
- Provide sentence strips to students and ask them to write one sentence each using a different verb.
- In pairs or small groups, students can take turns reading their sentences and guessing the verb written by their partner(s).
- For additional practice, have students write sentences using simple present tense verbs on their small whiteboards.
- Wrap up the lesson by reviewing the key points and providing feedback to students.
By following this lesson plan, students will have a strong foundation in English vocabulary and grammar, setting them up for success in further language learning.