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aidemia--modules-lessonstartideas_typeGive a creative idea how to begin a lesson
Which subjectSpanish
What age groupYear or Grade 9
What topicPresent tense of AR verb
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Engaging Lesson Introduction for Spanish: Present Tense of AR Verbs

Objective

To introduce Year 9 students to the present tense of AR verbs in Spanish by engaging their interests through a relatable activity.

Lesson Kickoff: "The AR Verb Challenge!"

Setting the Scene

As students enter the classroom, have the lights dimmed slightly and a catchy Spanish pop song playing softly in the background. This sets an upbeat atmosphere that piques their interest.

The Challenge

Once the students are settled, brighten the room and say, "¡Hola a todos! Today, we are going to embark on an exciting challenge that will introduce us to the world of AR verbs in the present tense!"

The Activity: "Social Media Scavenger Hunt"

  1. Introduction to Scenario: Explain that social media is a big part of their lives and many of their favorite influencers share what they do daily. Tell them they’ll become social media managers for a fictional influencer named "Lola."

  2. Group Formation: Divide the class into small groups of 4-5 students. Each group will 'manage' Lola's account for the day.

  3. Creative Task:

    • Provide each group with a scenario board that describes what Lola does daily (e.g., she dances, she studies, she cooks, etc.).
    • On the board, include a few AR verbs relevant to the scenarios. For example:
      • baila (dance)
      • estudia (study)
      • cocina (cook)

  4. Instruction: Each group must come up with 3 sentences or captions that Lola would post, using the present tense of the AR verbs provided. Encourage creativity—students can use emojis and their own twist on the scenarios!

  5. Presenting: After 10 minutes, have each group share Lola's day with the class. As they share, remind them to focus on the verb forms they’ve created.

Conclusion

Wrap up by highlighting the importance of flipping the classroom activity into real-life connections. Explain how understanding AR verbs helps them articulate actions they and others perform every day in Spanish. End with a quote from a popular Spanish song that incorporates AR verbs, creating a bridge to the grammar focus of the lesson.

This engaging beginning not only introduces AR verbs but also encourages collaboration and creativity, making the lesson memorable.