Reflection and Recap: Infinitives and Infinitive Phrases
Objective
At the end of this lesson, students will reflect on their understanding of infinitives and infinitive phrases, recap their learning through engaging activities, and reinforce their knowledge through practical application.
Activity 1: Infinitive Phrases Gallery Walk
Overview
In this activity, students will collaborate in small groups to create visual representations of infinitive phrases. This hands-on engagement will help reinforce their understanding while allowing for creative expression.
Materials Needed
- Large poster boards or chart paper
- Markers, colored pencils, and other art supplies
- Infinitive phrase prompts (prepared in advance, e.g., "to eat pizza," "to build a treehouse," etc.)
Instructions
- Divide the Class: Split the class into small groups of 3-4 students.
- Assign Prompts: Give each group a set of infinitive phrase prompts. They can select one or two to focus on, or create their own.
- Create Visuals: Each group will create a poster displaying their chosen infinitive phrases. Encourage them to include:
- A definition of infinitives and how they function in sentences.
- Example sentences using their infinitive phrases.
- Illustrations or designs that creatively represent their phrases.
- Gallery Walk: Once the posters are complete, set up a gallery walk where students can move around the classroom to view each group's work.
- Reflection Questions: As they walk, ask students to reflect on the following:
- What new insights did you gain about infinitives from other groups?
- Which infinitive phrases resonated with you, and why?
- How do you see yourself using infinitives in your writing?
Activity 2: Infinitive Scavenger Hunt
Overview
This engaging, interactive scavenger hunt requires students to identify and create their own examples of infinitive phrases in a fun way. It promotes teamwork and active learning.
Materials Needed
- Scavenger hunt checklist (pre-prepared, listing tasks involving infinitives)
- Writing materials (notebooks, pens)
- A timer
Instructions
- Create Checklist: Prepare a checklist for students that includes tasks such as:
- Find and write down three sentences from your favorite book that contain infinitives.
- Write two original sentences using an infinitive to express purpose.
- Identify an infinitive phrase in a song lyric or poem.
- Interview a classmate to find out about their dreams using "to" infinitive phrases.
- Form Teams: Divide the students into pairs or small groups and provide each group with a checklist.
- Set a Timer: Allow 20-25 minutes for students to complete as many tasks as they can.
- Regroup and Share: After the scavenger hunt, bring the class back together. Ask each group to present one task they completed and share their findings.
- Wrap-up Reflection: Lead a brief discussion highlighting the importance of infinitives and where they frequently appear in writing. Encourage students to think about how this knowledge will benefit their future writing assignments.
Conclusion
Through the Infinitive Phrases Gallery Walk and the Infinitive Scavenger Hunt, students will not only recap key concepts related to infinitives but will also engage in creative and collaborative learning. These activities will help solidify their understanding as they prepare for further writing and grammar challenges in English.