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Which subjectEnglish as second
What age groupDoesn't matter
What topicPast
Quantity1
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Objective: To engage students and introduce the topic of the past in an interesting and memorable way.

Materials Needed:

Introduction:

  1. Begin the lesson by welcoming students and sharing the objective of the lesson – to learn and explore the concept of the past.

  2. Choose a volunteer to come up to the whiteboard or chart paper and draw a circle in the center.

  3. Ask the class to brainstorm things that they associate with the past, such as historical figures, events, inventions, fashion, or songs. Write these ideas around the circle.

  4. Ask each student to choose one of the ideas and share why they think it is important or interesting. Clarify any misunderstandings or gaps in knowledge, and encourage students to ask questions.

Activity:

  1. Divide the class into small groups of 3-4 students and give each group a set of pictures or objects representing the past.

  2. Instruct the students to examine the items closely and speculate on what they might be and how they were used in the past. They can also discuss how these items relate to the ideas on the chart paper.

  3. Once the groups have had time to examine their items and discuss them, ask them to share their findings with the class. Encourage students to compare and contrast the different items and draw connections between them.

Wrap-up:

  1. Conclude the lesson by summarizing key points and ideas about the past that were discussed.

  2. Invite students to reflect on what they learned and share any new insights or questions they have.

  3. Encourage students to continue exploring the past outside of the classroom, either through reading, watching documentaries, or visiting historical sites.

Assessment:

This activity does not have a formal assessment. However, teachers can monitor students' participation in the group activities and discussions. Teachers can also observe how well students were able to connect the objects and ideas to the concept of the past.