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aidemia--modules-lessonstartideas_typeGive a creative idea how to begin a lesson
Which subjectEnglish
What age groupYear or Grade 6
What topicgetting to know each other
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Getting to Know Each Other: An Engaging English Lesson

Lesson Introduction: "The Name Game"

Objective

This lesson aims to help students get to know each other while practicing their English speaking and listening skills.

Materials Needed

Activity Overview

  1. Circle Up
    Gather the students in a circle. Make sure everyone can see each other to create an inclusive atmosphere.

  2. The Name Toss
    Introduce the activity by holding the ball. Explain that when a student receives the ball, they will share their name and one interesting fact about themselves. Encourage them to be creative—this fact could be a favorite hobby, a pet, a recent vacation, or even a hidden talent!

  3. Example
    Start by demonstrating the activity. For example:
    "Hi, I'm Ms. Smith. I love to paint, and I once painted a mural in my hometown!"

  4. Play the Game
    After giving your own example, toss the ball to a student. Their turn begins when they catch it! They should say:

    • Their name
    • One interesting fact
      After sharing, they will then toss the ball to another student, continuing the round until everyone has had a chance to share.

  5. Add a Twist
    After everyone has had a turn, introduce a fun twist:
    When a student receives the ball, they must first say the name and fact of the person they received it from before sharing their own. This encourages active listening and helps reinforce the names and facts shared.

  6. Wrap Up the Activity
    Once everyone has participated, conclude the lesson by discussing the interesting facts shared. For example: "Wow, did you know that John has been to three different countries already?"

Reflection

To end the lesson, ask students how they felt about the activity. Encourage them to share if they learned something surprising or new about their classmates.

Conclusion

This creative "Name Game" is not only a fun icebreaker but also enhances students' language skills as they engage with one another. It sets a positive tone for the rest of the term, encouraging friendship and collaboration!