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What to createLesson script
Which subjectEnglish as second language
What topicwelcome back to school
What length (min)30
What age groupYear or Grade 10
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Welcome Back to School Lesson Plan

Grade Level: 10

Duration: 30 Minutes

Subject: English as a Second Language

Objectives

By the end of the lesson, students will be able to:

  1. Express their feelings about returning to school.
  2. Use vocabulary related to school and education.
  3. Introduce themselves to classmates.
  4. Participate in a group discussion about their summer experiences.

Materials Needed

Lesson Outline

Introduction (5 minutes)

  1. Greet the Class: Welcome students back.

    • "Good morning, everyone! I hope you all had a wonderful summer break! Today, we are going to kick off the school year with some exciting activities."

  2. Establish a Positive Atmosphere: Ask students to share one thing they missed about school during the summer.

    • Guide them to be open and positive, setting the tone for the class.

Activity 1: Vocabulary Introduction (10 minutes)

  1. Introduce New Vocabulary: Write key vocabulary on the board:

    • School supplies
    • Subjects
    • Extracurricular activities
    • Goals
    • Friends

  2. Group Activity: In pairs, have students discuss the meanings of the words.

    • After a few minutes, ask pairs to share their definitions with the class.

  3. Sticky Note Task: Each student will write one vocabulary word on a sticky note and place it on the board.

    • Students can then walk around and read other words.

Activity 2: Icebreaker Questions (10 minutes)

  1. Instructions: Each student receives a paper with icebreaker questions:

    • What was the best part of your summer?
    • What are you looking forward to this school year?
    • Which subject do you find most interesting?
    • How do you feel about starting a new school year?

  2. Small Group Discussions:

    • Divide students into small groups.
    • They will take turns asking each other the questions and sharing their answers.
    • Encourage them to listen actively to each other and ask follow-up questions.

Conclusion (5 minutes)

  1. Recap the Lesson: Review the vocabulary and discuss how the day went.

    • Ask students how they felt about the icebreaker activity and if they learned anything new.

  2. Assign Homework:

Homework Assignment

  1. Vocabulary Sentences: Write a sentence for each of the following vocabulary words:

    • School supplies
    • Subjects
    • Extracurricular activities
    • Goals
    • Friends

  2. Reflective Paragraph: Write a short paragraph (5-7 sentences) about your summer. Include what you did, who you spent time with, and how you feel about the upcoming school year.

Correct Answers to Homework

Vocabulary Sentences

  1. School supplies: My favorite school supplies are colored pens and notebooks.
  2. Subjects: I enjoy my math and science subjects the most.
  3. Extracurricular activities: Joining the debate club was the best extracurricular activity I have ever done.
  4. Goals: This year, my goals are to improve my grades and make new friends.
  5. Friends: I am excited to reunite with my friends after the summer break.

Reflective Paragraph (Sample)

This summer, I spent most of my time at the beach with my family. We enjoyed swimming and building sandcastles together. I also learned how to surf, which was a thrilling experience. I spent time with my friends, and we had fun camping in the woods. I feel excited about the upcoming school year because I want to meet new classmates and participate in school events. I hope to make this year the best one yet!

Closing

"Thank you all for participating today! I am looking forward to a fantastic year with all of you. Don't forget to complete your homework and bring it to our next class."

This lesson provides an engaging and structured approach to reintroducing students to the school environment, encouraging self-expression, and fostering a sense of community among classmates.