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| Which subject | English as second |
| What topic | Geography |
| What length (min) | 30 |
| What age group | Year or Grade 9 |
| Class size | 20 |
| What curriculum | |
| Include full script | |
| Check previous homework | |
| Ask some students to presents their homework | |
| Add a physical break | |
| Add group activities | |
| Include homework | |
| Show correct answers | |
| Prepare slide templates | |
| Number of slides | 5 |
| Create fill-in cards for students | |
| Create creative backup tasks for unexpected moments |
Geography
Year 9 (Ages 13-14)
English as a Second Language (ESL)
20
30 minutes
The lesson aligns with the UK's national curriculum for teaching English as a second language, focusing on vocabulary acquisition and practical application in context.
| Step Number | Step Title | Length | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction | 5 mins | Briefly introduce the topic of geography and its significance. Engage students with a question related to their personal experiences with geography. |
| 2 | Vocabulary Preview | 5 mins | Introduce key geographical terms through a visual aid. Discuss meanings and contexts. |
| 3 | Distributing Cards | 5 mins | Distribute printable vocabulary cards to each student. Explain how they will fill them during the lesson. |
| 4 | Group Activity | 10 mins | Students work in pairs to discuss given geographical scenarios using the vocabulary on their cards. Facilitate and monitor the discussions. |
| 5 | Collecting Cards | 3 mins | Randomly check the completed cards from students to assess understanding without presentations. |
| 6 | Assigning Homework | 2 mins | Briefly explain the homework task related to the lesson, focusing on researching a geographical location. |
| 7 | Conclusion and Wrap-Up | 3 mins | Summarize the lesson, reinforcing the vocabulary learned. Allow time for any final questions. |
"Good morning, everyone! Today, we are going to explore something fascinating—Geography! Can anyone tell me why geography is important? Think about how it affects our lives and what we learn about the world around us. [Pause for responses] Yes, that's right! Geography helps us understand different cultures, climates, and how people live and interact with their environment. Let’s dive in!"
"Now let's take a look at some key geographical terms we will use today. I have some visuals to help us. [Show visuals] As I point to each image, I want you to tell me what you see. This word here is ‘continent.’ Can someone explain what a continent is? [Pause for responses] Excellent! Continents are large landmasses on Earth.
This one is ‘climate.’ Who can describe what climate means? [Pause for responses] Perfect! Climate refers to the typical weather conditions in a certain area over a long period. We will continue exploring these terms throughout the lesson.”
"Next, I’m going to give each of you a printable vocabulary card. [Begin distributing cards] Please take one and look it over. On your card, you will find some of the vocabulary we just discussed. Once you have your card, I want you to fill in the meanings and examples related to each term as we go along. You will need these for our group activity later."
"Now, let’s break into pairs for our group activity. Find someone to work with, and using the vocabulary on your cards, discuss the following geographical scenarios:
Try to incorporate as many of the vocabulary terms as possible in your discussions. I will be walking around to listen in and provide help if you need it. Let’s take ten minutes for this!"
"Alright, time’s up! Please wrap up your discussions. Now, I’m going to collect your vocabulary cards—don’t worry, there won’t be any formal presentations, I just want to quickly check how you understood the terms. [Collect cards randomly] Thank you! I’ll review these to see how well you did."
"For your homework, I want you to research a geographical location of your choice. Prepare a short paragraph about its climate, geography, and any interesting facts. Be ready to share your findings in our next class. This will give you a chance to apply the vocabulary we’ve learned today."
"To wrap up our lesson, let’s quickly review some of the key vocabulary we covered. [Reinforce a few terms by asking students to provide definitions or examples] Great job today, everyone! Do you have any final questions or thoughts about geography before we finish? [Pause for questions] Excellent, thank you all for your participation. See you next time!"
What are the seven continents of the world? List and briefly describe each one.
Explain the difference between 'weather' and 'climate.' Provide examples for each.
Choose a desert climate and describe the challenges people might face when living there.
How do geographical features such as mountains influence local weather patterns? Give specific examples.
Using the vocabulary terms discussed in class, write a short paragraph about a geographical location of your choice, including its climate, geography, and any interesting facts.
Define the term 'environment.' How does geography play a role in shaping different environments around the world?
Research a country of your choice and identify how its geography affects the lifestyle and culture of its inhabitants.
Create a visual diagram that illustrates the relationship between climate, geography, and culture in a specific region.
In your own words, explain why studying geography is important for understanding global issues.
Reflect on the group activity: What were some key insights you gained from discussing geography with your partner?
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Why is geography important in our lives? | |
| What is a continent? | |
| Can you describe what climate means? | |
| What are some challenges of living in a desert climate? | |
| How do mountains affect the weather in nearby areas? | |
| What are some examples of geographical terms we discussed today? | |
| How does understanding geography help us learn about different cultures? | |
| What interesting facts can you share about a geographical location of your choice? | |
| How can climate impact the way people live in different regions? | |
| Why is it important to study the geography of our planet? |