| aidemia--modules-lessonstartideas_type | Give a creative idea how to begin a lesson |
| Which subject | Spanish |
| What age group | Year or Grade 10 |
| What topic | Verbos terminados en -ar -er -ir |
| Quantity | 1 |
| Any other preferences |
Welcome to today’s Spanish lesson! We will embark on an exciting journey to understand the three types of regular verbs in Spanish: those ending in -ar, -er, and -ir. By the end of this lesson, you’ll not only be able to identify these verbs, but also conjugate them in the present tense!
Begin the lesson by introducing a Treasure Map. Create a large poster or digital slide that looks like a treasure map, divided into three regions, each representing one of the verb endings:
Share a brief story about a lost treasure that can only be found by solving the mystery of the three regions. The legend tells of a brilliant treasure that can only be unlocked by mastering the verbs associated with each region.
Explain that each student will take on the role of a treasure hunter. To find the treasure, they will need to collect clues (conjugation rules) from each of the verb regions.
Divide students into three groups, assigning each group to one of the verb regions:
Each group will have 10 minutes to research conjugation rules for their assigned verb endings using textbooks or digital resources. They should prepare a brief presentation highlighting the conjugation rules in the present tense.
After the research time, each group presents their findings to the class, providing essential clues for the treasure hunt. Record their rules on the board, creating a comprehensive map that combines all three regions.
Wrap up the introduction by emphasizing the importance of mastering these verbs, as they will be crucial in discovering not just the "treasure" in this activity but also in becoming proficient in Spanish. Encourage students to think creatively about how they can use these verbs in sentences they encounter in their daily lives or in future lessons.
Ask students, “Are you ready to unlock the treasure of the Spanish language?” With the excitement built from this adventure, transition seamlessly into the main lesson on conjugating -AR, -ER, and -IR verbs!