| aidemia--modules-lessonstartideas_type | Give a creative idea how to begin a lesson |
| Which subject | English as second |
| What age group | Doesn't matter |
| What topic | |
| Quantity | 1 |
| Any other preferences |
To engage students in learning new vocabulary words through a fun, interactive activity that fosters curiosity and collaboration.
Begin the lesson by walking into the classroom holding a covered box. As you enter, smile and say, “I have something very special today that holds a mystery! Who wants to help me discover what’s inside?”
Encourage students to shout out their guesses about what might be in the box. After a few guesses, open the box just enough for them to see the first item, but don't take it out yet.
Take out the first item, let's say it’s a toy elephant. “This is an elephant! Can anyone tell me what makes this elephant special or describe it in English?”
Write the word elephant on the whiteboard. Ask students to describe the elephant using adjectives (e.g., big, grey, strong). Encourage them to speak in complete sentences.
Now, explain that throughout today’s lesson, they will be exploring more vocabulary words just like the elephant by uncovering items from the mystery box one by one. Each item will bring a new word, and they will need to work in pairs to come up with sentences or scenarios using these new words.
As the lesson progresses, continue to reveal items from the box, encouraging discussion and fostering an interactive environment. This approach not only captures the students' attention but also paves the way for a rich vocabulary lesson while promoting teamwork and communication in English.
Let the fun begin!