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| Which subject | English |
| What topic | Wit and wisdom module 1 |
| What length (min) | 30 |
| What age group | Year or Grade 7 |
| Class size | 20 |
| What curriculum | |
| 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
Wit and Wisdom Module 1
Year 7 (Grade 7)
30 minutes
20
| Step Number | Step Title | Length (minutes) | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction to Wit and Wisdom | 5 | Introduce the concepts of wit and wisdom. Engage students by asking about their understanding of these terms. Use examples from literature or famous quotes. |
| 2 | Group Discussion | 7 | Divide students into small groups of 4-5. Assign each group to discuss a quote related to wit or wisdom and share their interpretations with the class. |
| 3 | Printable Card Activity | 10 | Distribute printable cards to each student. Instruct them to fill in their thoughts on wit and wisdom or to respond to a specific prompt provided on the card. |
| 4 | Sharing and Checking Activity | 5 | Randomly collect the cards or conduct a quick check-in where students briefly share their thoughts with a partner before collecting the cards. |
| 5 | Conclusion and Reflection | 3 | Recap the main ideas discussed during the lesson. Encourage students to reflect on what they learned about wit and wisdom. |
| 6 | Homework Assignment | 1 | Assign students to write a short paragraph reflecting on their favorite quote about wit or wisdom and what it means to them. |
This lesson corresponds to the national English language arts standards for Year 7, focusing on comprehension, vocabulary acquisition, and critical thinking skills.
Students will complete a short paragraph reflecting on their favorite quote about wit or wisdom. Homework will be collected and checked for understanding without requiring students to present it in front of the class.
"Good morning, everyone! Today, we are starting our exploration into a fascinating topic: Wit and Wisdom. Can anyone tell me what they think 'wit' and 'wisdom' mean? Feel free to raise your hand to share your thoughts.
[Pause for responses]
"Great insights! Wit often refers to quick, inventive ideas and humor, while wisdom involves the ability to make sound judgments based on experience. Let’s take a look at some quotes that illustrate these concepts.
[Share a few example quotes or anecdotes]
"Remember these ideas, as they will be important for our discussions today!"
"Now that we have a clear understanding of our topic, I want you to break into small groups of 4-5 students. Each group will receive a quote related to wit or wisdom. Your task is to discuss what the quote means to you and how it relates to our topic.
"Take about 7 minutes for this discussion, and be prepared to share your interpretations with the class afterward. I will hand out the quotes now."
[Distribute quotes and give students time to discuss]
"Alright, let’s come back together as a class. I’d love to hear some of your thoughts! Let’s start with Group 1. What did you discuss?"
"Next, I have a fun activity for you! I’m going to give each of you a printable card. On this card, you’ll find a prompt related to wit and wisdom. I want you to take 10 minutes to fill out your thoughts on the card.
"Feel free to express your own views, ideas, or examples related to the prompt. Once you have completed your cards, we’ll move on to sharing some of your ideas.
[Distribute printable cards and give students time to work on them]
"Okay, time’s up! Please hold onto your cards as we prepare for our next activity."
"Now, we will do a quick sharing exercise. I want you to pair up with a partner and take turns sharing your thoughts from the card you filled out. You’ll have about 5 minutes for this.
"After you’ve shared, I’d like you to pass your cards to me. If you finished early, feel free to discuss further or ask your partner questions.
[Facilitate and monitor the partnering process]
"Thanks for sharing everyone! I’ll collect the cards now."
"As our lesson comes to a close, let's reflect on what we’ve learned today. We explored the dynamics of wit and wisdom, discussed meaningful quotes, and expressed our own thoughts.
"Can anyone share one key takeaway from today’s lesson?
[Encourage a few responses]
"Excellent! Remember, wit can spark joy and connection, while wisdom guides our decisions and understanding."
"For your homework, I want you to write a short paragraph about your favorite quote regarding wit or wisdom and explain what it means to you.
"You will submit this paragraph next class. It will help reinforce today’s discussions without the need for you to present it.
"Thank you for your participation today! I’m looking forward to reading your reflections."
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| What do you think 'wit' means? | |
| How would you define 'wisdom' in your own words? | |
| Can you provide an example of a quote that illustrates wit? | |
| Why is it important to understand the difference between wit and wisdom? | |
| What was the main idea from the quote you discussed in your group? | |
| How does your personal experience shape your understanding of wisdom? | |
| What thoughts did you express on your printable card regarding wit? | |
| Can you remember a time when humor (wit) helped you in a situation? | |
| What was one of your key takeaways from today’s lesson? | |
| How do you think wit can enhance relationships among people? | |
| What is your favorite quote about wisdom, and why does it resonate with you? | |
| How might you apply the lessons of wit and wisdom in your daily life? | |
| What role do you think experience plays in shaping wisdom? | |
| How can we cultivate wit and wisdom in our classroom environment? | |
| Why do you think sharing ideas with others is valuable in understanding complex topics? |