| aidemia--modules-lessonstartideas_type | Give a creative idea how to begin a lesson |
| Which subject | Spanish |
| What age group | Year or Grade 10 |
| What topic | Present tense |
| Quantity | 1 |
| Any other preferences |
By the end of this lesson, students will be able to understand and use the present tense in Spanish to describe daily activities.
Begin the lesson by dimming the lights and playing soft, upbeat Spanish music in the background. This sets a lively and immersive tone that prepares students for a vibrant exploration of the Spanish language.
Display a series of vibrant images or a short video clip depicting various daily activities (e.g., eating breakfast, going to school, playing sports, or spending time with family). Ensure the images are culturally relevant and relatable to Year 10 students.
Pose the following questions:
Encourage students to share their thoughts and ideas in English first, allowing them to express their understanding without the pressure of using Spanish at this moment.
After the discussion, transition into the lesson by stating: "Just as we have described our daily lives, we can do so in Spanish using the present tense."
To reinforce the objective, ask the students to think of three daily activities they can express using the present tense. As they brainstorm, write some examples on the board, highlighting the different verb endings and formations in Spanish.
Conclude this engaging start by saying: "Today, we will learn how to conjugate verbs in the present tense and accurately describe our daily activities, just like the ones we have seen!”
This creative introduction not only sets a lively atmosphere but also actively engages students with relatable content, paving the way for a deeper understanding of the Spanish present tense.