| aidemia--modules-lessonstartideas_type | Give a creative idea how to begin a lesson |
| Which subject | English as second language |
| What age group | Reception / Kindergarten |
| What topic | Nursery rhymes |
| Quantity | 1 |
| Any other preferences |
Engage young learners with nursery rhymes to enhance their vocabulary, listening skills, and rhythmic awareness in English.
Gather the children in a circle on the carpet area.
Begin with an energetic statement to capture their attention:
"Hello, friends! Today we're going to jump into the magical world of nursery rhymes! Who likes stories that make you giggle and sing?"
Show the Cover of the Book: Hold up the colorful picture book and ask, "What do you see on the cover? What do you think this book is about?"
Puppet Surprise: If available, bring out a puppet or stuffed animal. Use it to animate the lesson:
"Look who’s here! This is Rhyme the Rabbit! Rhyme loves to listen to silly songs. Can everyone say hi to Rhyme?"
Let the children respond joyfully. Then, ask the puppet:
"Rhyme, do you want to hear a song today?"
Announce that you will be reading a nursery rhyme together. As you flip through the pages, hum a few notes of the rhyme’s melody to pique their curiosity.
"Let’s listen closely. Do you think you can join in with me when you hear the repeating words? I’ll show you how!"
To continue with the fun, stand up and say:
"Alright, let’s stretch our arms high! We’re going to sing and dance along to the rhyme! Get ready to move like stars!"
Finally, dive into your first nursery rhyme, ensuring plenty of enthusiasm and gestures. Encourage them to clap, stomp, or sway to the rhythm.
This engaging start sets the tone for a vibrant session focused on nursery rhymes, capturing attention while building anticipation for both learning new vocabulary and enjoying rhythm through joyful participation.