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Which subject	Italian as foreign
What age group	Year or Grade 5
What topic	sport
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Lesson Introduction: Exploring Italian Sports

Objective

Welcome to our exciting lesson about sports in Italy! Today, we will explore various sports that are popular in Italy and learn some useful Italian vocabulary related to them. Get ready to dive into the world of calcio, tennis, and cycling!

Starting Activity: Guess the Sport!

Materials Needed:

• Images of different sports (football, cycling, tennis, etc.)
• A whiteboard or flip chart and markers
• Sticky notes or small pieces of paper

Step 1: Show and Guess

Begin the lesson by displaying images of different sports without revealing their names. Ask the students to guess what sport is being shown.

For example:

• Display an image of a football match.
• Ask: “What sport do you think this is? What do you see that makes you think so?”

Encourage students to shout out their guesses!

Step 2: Vocabulary Introduction

Once a sport is guessed, write it down on the whiteboard. Introduce the Italian word for the sport, explaining that today they will learn how to say different sports in Italian.

Example Vocabulary:

• Football: Calcio
• Tennis: Tennis
• Cycling: Ciclismo

Step 3: Personal Connection

After introducing several sports, ask the students to think about their favourite sport.

• Prompt them: “Qual è il tuo sport preferito?” (What is your favourite sport?)

Have them write down their answers on sticky notes and stick them to a designated board or wall for sharing later in the lesson.

Transition to Main Lesson

Now that we've excitedly talked about sports, let's explore more about the cultural significance of these sports in Italy and learn some fun facts along the way!

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This engaging introduction not only captures the students’ interest but also sets the stage for vocabulary learning and cultural exploration in a fun and interactive way!