| Full lesson | Create for a teacher a set of content for giving a lesson, beginning with the lesson plan. Each new block of materials must begin with an H1 heading (other subheaders must be H2, H3, etc). When you describe required pictures, write those descriptions in curly brackets, for example: {A picture of a triangle} |
| Which subject | German |
| What topic | introducing myself |
| What length (min) | 30 |
| What age group | Year or Grade 9 |
| 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 |
Introducing Myself
Grade 9 (approximately 14-15 years old)
German
20
30 minutes
This lesson aligns with the national foreign language standards by emphasizing conversational skills and cultural understanding.
| Step Number | Step Title | Length | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction of the Topic | 5 mins | Briefly introduce the topic of self-introduction in German, explaining its importance in communication. |
| 2 | Check Homework | 5 mins | Collect homework from the previous lesson without presentations; randomly check for understanding. |
| 3 | Introduce Key Vocabulary | 5 mins | Teach vocabulary related to self-introduction (e.g., name, age, hobbies) using the whiteboard. |
| 4 | Distribute Printable Cards | 5 mins | Hand out printable cards for students to fill in their personal details in German during the lesson. |
| 5 | Fill Out Printable Cards | 5 mins | Students work individually to complete the cards with their information, ensuring they use vocabulary learned. |
| 6 | Pair Share Activity | 3 mins | In pairs, students practice introducing themselves to each other based on the information they filled in. |
| 7 | Random Checking of Cards | 2 mins | Collect or randomly check students' cards to ensure they have filled out their information correctly. |
| 8 | Assign Homework | 3 mins | Assign homework for the next lesson, informing students they will prepare a brief self-introduction to present. |
"Good morning, everyone! Today, we will be focusing on a very important skill in any language: introducing ourselves. This skill not only helps us communicate better but also allows us to connect with people from different backgrounds. In German, being able to introduce yourself properly opens up many opportunities for conversation. Let's dive into this topic together!"
"Now, before we proceed, I would like to collect your homework from our last lesson. Please pass your assignments to the front. I won’t take presentations just yet; I’ll do a quick check to see how well you understood the material. If there are any issues or questions, we can address them right away."
"Okay, let’s move on to some essential vocabulary that we will use today. On the whiteboard, I will write down key terms that will help you introduce yourself in German. The words we’ll focus on are: 'Name' for name, 'Alter' for age, and 'Hobbys' for hobbies. Repeat after me: Name... Alter... Hobbys. Great! Remember to memorize these, as you’ll need them shortly."
"Now, I have printed cards for each of you. These cards will help you organize your personal information for today’s lesson. Please take one, and let’s make sure your name is on the top. You will fill out details like your name, age, and hobbies in German. I encourage you to think about how you would say these in a complete sentence."
"Go ahead and take some time to fill out the cards you just received. Use complete sentences! For example, you can write 'Ich heiße [your name]' for 'My name is [your name]', 'Ich bin [your age] Jahre alt' for 'I am [your age] years old', and 'Ich mag [your hobbies]' for 'I like [your hobbies]'. I will walk around to help you if you have any questions."
"Time’s up! Now, I’d like you to pair up with a partner. Once you are paired, I want you to practice introducing yourselves using the cards you filled out. Take turns—try to ask each other questions as well! This is your chance to practice speaking out loud in German. I will be listening in and providing support if needed."
"Alright, I hope you enjoyed that activity! Now, I would like to do a quick check on your cards. I will randomly select a few students to share what they wrote. Don't worry; this is just to ensure that everyone is on the right track and has the correct information filled out, so be ready!"
"Great job today, everyone! For your homework, I want you to prepare a brief self-introduction for our next lesson. This will be a chance for you to present what you’ve learned today in front of the class, so prepare a short speech about yourself in German. Remember to include your name, age, and hobbies. I’m looking forward to hearing all of your introductions! See you next class!"
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| What is the German word for "name"? | |
| How do you say "I am [your age] years old" in German? | |
| What are the three key vocabulary words you learned in today's lesson? | |
| What is the phrase for "My name is [your name]" in German? | |
| Can you list one of your hobbies in German using the vocabulary from today's lesson? | |
| Why is it important to be able to introduce yourself in another language? | |
| What should you include in your homework self-introduction? | |
| How do you ask someone their name in German? | |
| What activity did you do to practice introducing yourselves? | |
| Why were printable cards used in today's lesson? |