| Lesson start ideas | Give a creative idea how to begin a lesson |
| Which subject | English as second |
| What age group | Doesn't matter |
| What topic | Future time clauses |
| Quantity | 1 |
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Welcome, fellow time travelers! Today, we embark on a journey to explore the world of future time clauses. Strap on your grammatical goggles and let's begin!
Before we dive in, let's address the question on everyone's mind: why do we need future time clauses? Well, friends, have you ever wanted to talk about something that hasn't happened yet, but will eventually? Of course you have! And that's where future time clauses come in handy. With these clauses, you can talk about your plans for the future, your predictions for what will happen, and your hopes and dreams.
Now, let's take a look at the different types of future time clauses. There are two main types:
Time clauses with "when" - These clauses indicate a specific time or event in the future, and are usually used with the future simple tense. For example: "I'll call you when I get home."
Time clauses with "if" - These clauses indicate a hypothetical future scenario, and are usually used with the future simple or future perfect tense. For example: "If it rains tomorrow, we'll stay inside."
Now that we've covered the basics, it's time to put your grammatical skills to the test. Take out a piece of paper and write three future time clauses, using each type we just learned. Then, share your sentences with a partner and discuss what you'll do in each scenario.
Congratulations, time travelers! You've successfully navigated the world of future time clauses. Keep practicing, and soon you'll be a master of the English language in both the present and the future.