| Full lesson | Create for a teacher a set of content for giving a lesson, beginning with the lesson plan. Each new block of materials must begin with an H1 heading (other subheaders must be H2, H3, etc). When you describe required pictures, write those descriptions in curly brackets, for example: {A picture of a triangle} |
| Which subject | German |
| What topic | Family |
| What length (min) | 30 |
| What age group | Doesn't matter |
| Class size | 20 |
| What curriculum | |
| Include full script | |
| Check previous homework | |
| Ask some students to presents their homework | |
| Add a physical break | |
| Add group activities | |
| Include homework | |
| Show correct answers | |
| Prepare slide templates | |
| Number of slides | 5 |
| Create fill-in cards for students | |
| Create creative backup tasks for unexpected moments |
Family (Familie)
Doesn't matter (suitable for various levels)
German
20 students
30 minutes
This lesson aligns with national curriculum standards for language acquisition, vocabulary building, and cultural awareness.
| Step Number | Step Title | Length (min) | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction to Topic | 5 | Briefly introduce the topic of family in German. Engage students with questions about their family in English. |
| 2 | Vocabulary Presentation | 5 | Present vocabulary words related to family members using visual aids. Encourage students to repeat after you. |
| 3 | Distributing Printable Cards | 5 | Hand out printable vocabulary cards for students to fill out with family member names in German. Explain the task clearly. |
| 4 | Pair Work Activity | 5 | In pairs, students will use the vocabulary from their cards to create sentences about their own families. Circulate and assist as needed. |
| 5 | Random Checking of Cards | 5 | Call students' attention to check their cards at random. Collect or visually inspect their filled-out cards to ensure understanding. |
| 6 | Homework Assignment | 5 | Explain the homework assignment clearly (without presenting it in front of the class). Students will reflect on their family structure using vocabulary learned. |
| 7 | Wrap-up and Review | 5 | Summarize the lesson and key vocabulary. Ask students to share one thing they learned about family in German. |
Assign homework related to the lesson content, which will be collected in the next class without requiring student presentations.
"Good morning, everyone! Today, we are going to learn about something very special – our families! In German, 'family' is 'Familie.' To get us started, I want you to think about your own families. Can anyone tell me how many people are in your family? Who are they? Let's do this in English first. Raise your hand if you want to share!"
[Pause for responses]
"Great! It's wonderful to hear about your families. Now, let’s dive deeper and learn how to describe them in German."
"Now, we will learn some important vocabulary related to family members. As I say each word, I’ll show you a visual aid."
[Show visual aids as you present each term]
"This is 'der Vater' – can everyone say that? 'Der Vater.' Good job! Next, we have 'die Mutter' – repeat after me: 'die Mutter.' Excellent! Let’s continue with 'der Bruder,' 'die Schwester,' and so on."
[Continue presenting vocabulary words, ensuring students repeat after you]
"Awesome! Now you all know how to say father, mother, brother, sister, and a few more family members in German."
"I have some vocabulary cards here that I will hand out to you. These cards have the names of family members in German. Your task is to fill them out with the names of your family members in German. For example, if you have a mother, you would write 'die Mutter' on your card."
[Distribute the cards]
"Please take a few minutes to fill out your cards. You can use the vocabulary we've just learned as a guide!"
"Now that you've filled out your vocabulary cards, I want you to pair up with a partner. In pairs, I want you to use the vocabulary from your cards to create sentences about your families. For instance, you might say, 'Ich habe eine Schwester,' which means 'I have a sister.'"
"Go ahead and take a few minutes to talk with your partner. I’ll be walking around to help if you have any questions."
[Circulate the room, offering assistance as needed]
"Alright, everyone! Let’s check your vocabulary cards. I will randomly call on a few of you to show and read your filled-out cards. Don’t worry, this is just for me to see how well you understand!"
[Call on students at random and ask them to read their cards]
"Fantastic job! It’s great to see you applying what you've learned."
"For your homework assignment, I want you to reflect on your family structure using the vocabulary we've learned today. Write a short paragraph describing your family in German! You don’t need to present this in front of the class; I will collect it next time. Make sure to include as many vocabulary words as possible."
"Do you have any questions about the assignment? If not, I’m looking forward to reading your descriptions!"
"To wrap up our lesson today, let’s do a quick review of what we learned. Can anyone tell me one family member in German?"
[Encourage student responses]
"Wonderful! You all did such a great job today. I’m really proud of how you engaged with the new vocabulary. Remember to practice at home! What is one thing you learned about family in German today?"
[Allow students to share their thoughts]
"Thank you, everyone! Have a great day, and I can't wait to see your homework!"
How do you say "father" in German? Write the word and use it in a sentence describing your father.
List five family members in German that we learned today. Include their English translations.
Describe your family in a short paragraph (3-5 sentences) in German. Make sure to include at least three family vocabulary words.
Create a family tree diagram and label each member in German. Include at least six family members.
Explain in English the importance of family in your life. Do you think having a German word for each family member helps you understand family relationships better? Why or why not?
Choose one family member and write 2-3 sentences about them in German using the vocabulary learned in class.
Reflect on the pair work activity. What was one new thing you learned from your partner while discussing family members?
Write out your vocabulary cards for each family member in German and their English equivalent. Try to include additional family members beyond those discussed in class.
Write a short dialogue (3-4 lines) between you and a friend where you introduce your family members in German.
If you could add one more family member to your family, who would it be and why? Write your answer in German and translate it to English.
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| What is the German word for 'family'? | |
| Can you name five family members in German? | |
| How do you say 'brother' in German? | |
| What would you write if you have a mother on your vocabulary card? | |
| In a sentence, how would you say 'I have a sister' in German? | |
| What kind of activity did you do with your partner using the vocabulary cards? | |
| What was the purpose of the vocabulary cards you filled out? | |
| What will you include in your homework assignment regarding your family? | |
| Can you give an example of a family member you mentioned in class today? | |
| What is one thing you learned about family in German during this lesson? |