| 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 | English as second language |
| What topic | Back to School getting to know you |
| What length (min) | 30 |
| What age group | Year or Grade 10 |
| 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 |
English as a Second Language (ESL)
Grade 10
30 Minutes
20 Students
This lesson meets the listening, speaking, and writing standards set forth by the national curriculum for ESL learners at the Grade 10 level.
| Step Number | Step Title | Length | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction | 5 minutes | Teacher introduces the lesson topic and objectives. Discuss the importance of getting to know each other at the start of the school year. |
| 2 | Distribute Cards | 5 minutes | Hand out printable "Getting to Know You" cards to each student. Explain the contents of the card and how to fill it out. |
| 3 | Fill Out Cards | 10 minutes | Students fill out their cards individually, reflecting on their interests, hobbies, and goals for the school year. Encourage them to think about what they would like to share. |
| 4 | Pair Share | 5 minutes | In pairs, students take turns reading their cards to each other. They must ask follow-up questions to engage in conversation. |
| 5 | Collect/Check Cards | 5 minutes | Teacher collects or randomly checks "Getting to Know You" cards to ensure completion and correct any misunderstandings without students presenting in front of the class. |
| 6 | Wrap Up | 5 minutes | Summarize the lesson and discuss the importance of communication. Ask volunteers to share what they learned about their partners (without mentioning names). Assign homework. |
Students will write a short paragraph about a new friend they made in class. They are to include at least three facts they learned during the "Pair Share" activity. This paragraph will be submitted in the next class without any presentations.
"Good morning, everyone! I hope you're all as excited as I am for this new school year. Today, we're going to focus on getting to know each other better. It's important for us to connect as a class, especially at the beginning of the year. By understanding our classmates, we can create a supportive and welcoming environment. Our main objectives for today are to introduce ourselves, share our personal interests, and practice some important speaking and listening skills. Let’s dive right in!"
"Now, I have a fun activity planned for us. I am going to hand out 'Getting to Know You' cards. These cards will help you think about what you want to share with your classmates. Please take a card as I pass them out. On these cards, you will find sections for your name, interests, hobbies, and a goal for the school year. Take a moment to look at your card and listen closely as I explain how to fill it out. Make sure to be thoughtful, as this will be useful for our next activity."
"Alright, everyone! You now have your cards, so let’s get started filling them out. You have 10 minutes to complete your card. Think deeply about your interests and how you can introduce yourself to others. What hobbies do you enjoy? What is a goal you have for this school year? Feel free to be creative! I’ll be walking around if you have any questions or need help. Ready? Go!"
"Time’s up! I hope you all had some fun filling out your cards. Now, I want you to find a partner to share your cards with. You will take turns reading your cards aloud. Remember, when your partner is speaking, listen attentively. After they finish, ask a couple of follow-up questions to keep the conversation going. You have 5 minutes for this, so be sure to switch partners halfway through to meet someone new!"
"Great job, everyone! I hope you enjoyed sharing and learning more about each other. Now, I am going to collect your 'Getting to Know You' cards. I’ll check for completion and clarify anything that seems confusing. Don’t worry, I’m not going to put anyone on the spot today; this is just to ensure everyone understood the activity. If there's anything I notice, I'll share it with you privately. Please pass your cards to the front when you're ready."
"Thank you all for participating so enthusiastically today! To wrap things up, let’s take a moment to reflect on what we've learned. Communication is key to building relationships, and I encourage you to continue practicing these skills. Who would like to share something interesting they learned about their partner today? Remember to keep it anonymous. Alright, for homework, I’d like you to write a short paragraph about a new friend you made today. Include at least three facts you learned about them in your paragraph. You’ll submit this in our next class. Thank you for your hard work, and I can’t wait to see how we continue to grow together this year!"
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| What are your favorite hobbies? | |
| Who is someone you admire and why? | |
| What is a goal you have for this school year? | |
| What is one interesting fact about you that you think others might not know? | |
| How do you prefer to spend your free time? | |
| What subjects are you most excited to learn about this year? | |
| How would you describe your personality in three words? | |
| What animal do you wish you could have as a pet and why? | |
| What is a skill you would like to learn or improve this year? | |
| What is your favorite book or movie and what do you like about it? |