| aidemia--modules-lessonstartideas_type | Give a creative idea how to begin a lesson |
| Which subject | English |
| What age group | Year or Grade 8 |
| What topic | Gerunds |
| Quantity | 1 |
| Any other preferences |
Today, we will embark on a journey to discover the fascinating world of gerunds. By the end of this lesson, you'll not only understand what gerunds are but also learn how to effectively use them in your writing and speech.
To kick off our lesson, I want to engage your creativity with a fun challenge!
Form Groups: First, divide yourselves into pairs or small groups.
Gerund Brainstorm: Each group will have two minutes to brainstorm as many gerunds as possible. Remember, a gerund is a verb form that ends in -ing and acts as a noun. For example, "running," "swimming," "dancing," etc.
List Creation: Write down your gerunds on a sheet of paper. Try to come up with a mix of activities, emotions, and other experiences.
Share and Compete: Once time is up, each group will take turns sharing their list. The group with the most unique gerunds (not mentioned by others) wins a small prize or bonus points!
Now that we've warmed up our minds and tapped into our creativity, let’s dive deeper into understanding what gerunds are and how we can use them effectively in our sentences. We’ll explore different functions of gerunds and practice using them in various contexts throughout today's lesson.
Get ready to become gerund experts!