Hello!
On Wednesday I am teaching English as a foreign language - 1st grade of high school)
The topic: animal proverbs (I need to teach them these 18 animal proverbs)
There are 8 learners in the class.
I have 18 pictures of these proverbs and of course written explanations. The lesson lasts for 45 minutes. What to start the lesson with? (Maybe repeating the names of the animals which will be included in these proverbs?) What about other activities? What would you do if you were in my shoes? I'm collecting ideas :)
Btw. all my other lessons went perfectly (I've got the highest grade possible :))
I think I'd start just by showing some of the pictures to the students. See if they can guess what each means. Then tell them the proverb that the picture illustrates.
Congratulations on doing so well in these lessons! :-)
Congratulations on your previous successful lessons! Teaching animal proverbs sounds like a fun and engaging topic for your 1st-grade high school students. Here are a few suggestions on how to structure your lesson:
1. Warm-up activity: Begin the lesson by engaging the students in a short warm-up activity to activate their prior knowledge. You can start by asking questions related to animals, such as "What is your favorite animal?" or "What animals can you think of?" This will help create a positive and interactive environment.
2. Introduction: Introduce the topic of animal proverbs to your students. Show them the written explanations and briefly explain what a proverb is. You can also ask if any student is familiar with any animal proverbs already.
3. Vocabulary review: Before diving into the proverbs, it would be helpful to review the names of the animals mentioned in the proverbs. Show the pictures of the animals one by one and have the students repeat their names. This will ensure that all students are familiar with the vocabulary.
4. Proverb matching activity: Divide the 18 pictures into pairs, each representing a proverb. Scatter the pictures around the classroom, and ask the students to find the matching pairs. This interactive activity will help reinforce the connection between the pictures and the proverbs.
5. Proverb discussion: Once the students have matched the pictures, have a class discussion about each proverb. Start by showing the picture and reading the written explanation. Then, ask open-ended questions, like "What do you think this proverb means?" or "Why do you think people use this proverb?" Encourage the students to share their interpretations and personal experiences related to the proverbs.
6. Role-play or skit: Divide the class into small groups and assign each group a proverb. Instruct the students to create a short role-play or skit that demonstrates the meaning of their assigned proverb. Allow them some time to prepare and practice, and then have each group perform in front of the class. This activity will encourage creativity, collaboration, and a deeper understanding of the proverbs.
7. Closure: Wrap up the lesson by reviewing the proverbs briefly and asking the students to share their favorite one or one they found interesting. You can also ask them to think of situations in which they might use these proverbs in their daily lives.
Remember to maintain a positive and encouraging atmosphere throughout the lesson, and don't forget to offer praise and feedback to your students. Good luck with your lesson, and I hope your students enjoy learning about animal proverbs!