| aidemia--modules-lessonstartideas_type | Give a creative idea how to begin a lesson |
| Which subject | English |
| What age group | Doesn't matter |
| What topic | Auxiliary verbs |
| Quantity | 1 |
| Any other preferences |
Objective: Capture students' attention and set the stage for learning about auxiliary verbs in an engaging way.
Begin the lesson with a short, mysterious narrative that invites students to unravel the case of the missing verb. Use a captivating tone and descriptive language to draw them into the story.
"Good morning, detectives! Today, we have a thrilling mystery to solve. Picture this: a bustling London street, with phrases flying around like pigeons in the park. Suddenly, a worried author bursts through the café door—his latest story has gone haywire!
‘Help! I’ve lost my main verb!’ he exclaims, pointing to the jumbled sentences scattered on the table. Without his main verb, the story has no action, no excitement!
But wait! There are some strange words hovering around the confused sentences—words that seem a bit shy, but very important. Could these be the auxiliary verbs? Can they help bring the sentences back to life?"
Group Discussion: After narrating the story, ask students to discuss in pairs what they think auxiliary verbs are and how they might help the author solve his problem.
Vocabulary Brainstorm: Encourage students to brainstorm examples of auxiliary verbs they know. Write them on the board and guide them to understand their role.
“This is our task today, detectives! We’ll uncover the significance of auxiliary verbs, exploring how they can transform ordinary sentences into engaging narratives just like the author’s lost story. Are you ready to solve the mystery?”
By beginning the lesson in this intriguing manner, you not only stimulate students’ curiosity but also create a thematic context for them to engage deeply with the concept of auxiliary verbs.