| aidemia--modules-lessonstartideas_type | Give a creative idea how to begin a lesson |
| Which subject | English |
| What age group | Year or Grade 7 |
| What topic | |
| Quantity | 1 |
| Any other preferences |
Engage students’ imaginations and spark curiosity about language and storytelling.
Before the lesson, prepare an enigmatic letter that uses simple code or riddles. You can also incorporate different genres of writing such as poetry or short stories, hinting at various literary devices.
Greetings Young Adventurers of the English Realm!
🐉 Caution! You are about to enter the world of words where dragons roam and stories come alive.
Your quest, should you choose to accept it, is to decode this message, using the clues hidden in your language arts toolkit. Failure to unravel the mystery could mean being trapped in a world of dull vocabulary forever!
🗝️ Clue #1: This letter contains four genres of literature. Each is essential to reveal the treasure at the end.
🗝️ Clue #2: The first letter of each sentence will guide you through a winding path of discovery.
🕵️♀️ Your mission: Work in groups to decode the message by identifying the literary genres and discussing how each contributes to storytelling!
Introduction (5 minutes)
Introduce the lesson by presenting the mystery letter. Explain that today, they will embark on an adventure where they will unravel the secrets of different literary genres.
Group Work (15 minutes)
Divide students into small groups. Hand out copies of the mystery letter (without the clue cards initially) and encourage them to work together to decode it. Ask guiding questions to facilitate discussion about genres.
Discussion & Reflection (10 minutes)
Once students have decoded the letter, bring the class back together to discuss their findings. What genres did they identify? How do these genres shape storytelling?
Connect to the Day’s Lesson
Tie the adventure back to the day’s learning objectives, whether it’s a focus on understanding genres, creating narratives, or analyzing literary elements.
This creative beginning to your lesson not only captivates students’ interest but also encourages teamwork and critical thinking. As they decode the mystery letter, they will subtly build their understanding of genres in literature, setting a dynamic tone for the rest of the class.