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| Which subject | English |
| What topic | Prepositions |
| What length (min) | 30 |
| What age group | Year or Grade 6 |
| Class size | 20 |
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| 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
Prepositions
Grade 6
30 minutes
20
This lesson corresponds to the national English Language Arts standards for Grade 6, focusing on language conventions and the correct usage of grammar.
| Step Number | Step Title | Length | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction | 5 min | Briefly introduce the topic of prepositions. Explain their importance in sentence structure. Use examples. |
| 2 | Direct Instruction | 10 min | Present various types of prepositions (e.g., time, place, direction). Use the whiteboard for examples. |
| 3 | Guided Practice | 5 min | Distribute handouts with sentence completion exercises. Walk around to assist students. |
| 4 | Independent Practice | 5 min | Assign students to work individually on completing sentences using prepositions from provided index cards. |
| 5 | Homework Assignment | 3 min | Explain the homework assignment, ensuring clarity without asking for questions. Provide handouts. |
| 6 | Closing Review | 2 min | Review key points of prepositions. Recap learned concepts briefly and ask a few students to share their sentences. |
The lesson will conclude with a quick review of prepositions and reinforcing the lesson's importance in enhancing writing and communication skills. Homework will be checked in the next class without requiring presentations from students.
"Good morning, everyone! Today, we’re going to explore an important part of our language called prepositions. Can anyone tell me what a preposition is? (Pause for responses) That’s right! Prepositions show the relationship between nouns or pronouns and other words in a sentence. They help us understand where, when, and how something happens. For example, in the sentence 'The cat is on the roof,' the word 'on' is a preposition that tells us the location of the cat. Understanding prepositions is crucial because they make our sentences clearer and more informative."
"Now, let's take a closer look at different types of prepositions. (Use whiteboard)
It's helpful to think of prepositions as the small words that connect different parts of our sentences, providing important information. Can anyone give me another example of a sentence with a preposition? (Pause for responses) Great examples, everyone!"
"Now, I’m going to give each of you a handout with some sentence completion exercises. For these exercises, you’ll need to fill in the blanks with suitable prepositions. (Distribute handouts)
Remember to think about the context of the sentence. I’ll be walking around the room to assist anyone who needs help, so don’t hesitate to raise your hand if you have questions or need support. Let's start working on it!"
"Alright, everyone! Now that we’ve completed our guided practice, it’s time for some independent work. I have some index cards with different prepositions written on them.
Your task is to pick out a few cards and create your own sentences using those prepositions. Make sure that your sentences are clear and correctly use the prepositions. Take about five minutes for this activity, and remember that I am here to help if you need anything!"
"Okay, let’s wrap up our lesson for today. For homework, I would like you to write a paragraph that contains at least five prepositions in it. You can talk about your favorite place, a fun activity, or anything you like, as long as you include those prepositions.
Make sure to highlight the prepositions in your paragraph so that I can see them. I will hand out a homework assignment sheet that outlines these instructions clearly. (Distribute handouts) Remember, you won’t need to present this in front of the class, but I will be checking it next time we meet."
"Before we finish, let’s quickly review what we learned today. Who can remind us what a preposition does? (Pause for responses) Yes, it shows the relationship in a sentence! Can anyone share their favorite example of a preposition from their work today? (Pause for responses) Wonderful examples, everyone!
Remember, learning about prepositions is not just about grammar, but also about making your writing clearer and your communication stronger. Great job today, and I look forward to seeing your homework next class!"
Define what a preposition is in your own words.
List three examples of prepositions of time and use each in a sentence.
Identify five prepositions of place and write a sentence for each one.
Provide two examples of sentences using prepositions of direction. Explain the direction in each case.
Choose any two sentences you wrote during the independent practice. Highlight the prepositions in those sentences and explain how they enhance the meaning.
Write a paragraph about a memorable experience. Be sure to include at least five prepositions, and highlight each one.
Find a passage from a book or article you enjoy. Write down five prepositions from that text and identify their role in the sentences.
Create a list of prepositions that could be used to describe a location, such as a park or a room in your house. Elaborate on how you would use them in a descriptive sentence about that place.
Reflect on why understanding prepositions is important for clear communication. Write a few sentences discussing your thoughts on this.
Ask a family member or friend to explain what a preposition is. Write down their explanation and compare it to your own. What similarities or differences do you notice?