Lesson Plan | Active Learning | Vocabulary: Colors

Assumptions: This Active Lesson Plan assumes: a 100-minute class, prior student study with both the Book and the start of Project development, and that only one activity (among the three suggested) will be chosen to be conducted during the class, as each activity is designed to take up a significant portion of the available time.

Objectives

Duration: (5 - 10 minutes)

The Objectives stage is crucial for establishing clear learning goals for students, guiding them on what will be expected by the end of the lesson. This section serves to align expectations and ensure that both the teacher and students are focused on the skills that will be developed, thus facilitating the transition to the practical activities that make up most of the lesson. Defining clear objectives also aids in assessing students' progress in relation to what has been taught.

Main Objectives:

1. Recognize basic colors in English and associate them with everyday objects.

2. Identify and name the colors of natural and artificial objects in English, such as leaves, wood, and utensils.

Side Objectives:

1. Develop the ability to listen to and correctly pronounce the names of colors in English.

Introduction

Duration: (15 - 20 minutes)

The Introduction stage serves to engage students with the theme of the lesson in a practical and contextualized way. The problem situations encourage students to apply their prior knowledge interactively and relevantly, paving the way for the practical application of vocabulary. The contextualization seeks to connect learning with the real world, thus increasing the relevance of the content for students and motivating their interest and curiosity about the various applications of colors in everyday life and in different cultures.

Problem-Based Situations

1. Imagine you are helping to decorate a party and need to choose balloons. How would you describe the colors of the balloons you want in English?

2. Think of a rainbow you recently saw. How could you describe the colors of the rainbow in English to someone who wasn’t there?

Contextualization

Knowing colors in English is essential not only in academic settings but also in everyday life, such as when describing lost objects, shopping, or talking about clothes. In addition, colors often have important cultural meanings in different societies. For example, in Western culture, the color white is often associated with weddings, while in some Asian cultures, it is traditionally used in funerals.

Development

Duration: (60 - 70 minutes)

The Development section is intended to put students' prior knowledge of colors in English into practice. The proposed activities are designed to be interactive and engaging, encouraging the active use of color vocabulary and collaboration among students. This stage combines theory and practice in a playful and educational way, allowing students to explore and consolidate learning creatively and contextually.

Activity Suggestions

It is recommended to carry out only one of the suggested activities

Activity 1 - Colors and Emotions: The Art Mural

> Duration: (60 - 70 minutes)

- Objective: Develop the ability to associate colors with concepts and emotions, as well as practice color vocabulary in English.

- Description: In this activity, students will create a group mural that represents different emotions through colors. Each group will receive an emotion (joy, sadness, anger, etc.) and must choose colors they believe represent that emotion. They will use materials such as colored paper, fabrics, and paints to create a section of the mural.

- Instructions:

• Divide the class into groups of up to 5 students.

• Assign an emotion to each group.

• Explain that they must discuss and select colors that represent the designated emotion.

• Provide materials such as colored paper, fabrics, paints, and brushes.

• Students must create a section of the mural that will be joined with others to form a collective artwork.

• In the end, each group will present their work, explaining the choice of colors and how they represent the given emotion.

Activity 2 - Colorful Treasure Hunt

> Duration: (60 - 70 minutes)

- Objective: Practice recognizing and naming colors in English in a playful and dynamic context.

- Description: Students will participate in a treasure hunt inside the classroom where they must find objects that match the colors said in English. Each group will receive a list of colors and objects they must search for. They will need to use the vocabulary learned to correctly identify the objects.

- Instructions:

• Divide the classroom into groups of up to 5 students.

• Distribute lists with specific colors and objects that students must look for in the room.

• Explain that they must use the color vocabulary in English to discuss and decide which objects to pick.

• Set a time limit for the search.

• At the end, each group presents the collected objects and explains their choices.

• Check and discuss the colors of the objects found, correcting and reinforcing vocabulary as necessary.

Activity 3 - Colors Parade

> Duration: (60 - 70 minutes)

- Objective: Encourage creativity and the practical use of color vocabulary, as well as reinforce public speaking skills in English.

- Description: Students will organize a small fashion show in the classroom, where each group must create a 'look' based on a specific color palette given by the teacher. They will use paper clothes and colorful accessories to assemble the outfits and present their work in English, describing the colors used.

- Instructions:

• Divide students into groups of up to 5 people.

• Assign a color palette to each group.

• Students must create outfits using colored paper and available accessories.

• Each group prepares a small presentation for the show, describing the clothing pieces and colors in English.

• Conduct the parade and allow each group to present their 'look', explaining their color choices.

• Discuss with the class the descriptions given and correct possible vocabulary errors.

Feedback

Duration: (15 - 20 minutes)

This stage of the lesson plan aims to provide an opportunity for students to reflect and verbalize what they have learned, facilitating the consolidation of knowledge. The group discussion allows students to hear different perspectives and approaches from their peers, which can enrich their own understanding and retention of color vocabulary in English. Furthermore, this stage helps the teacher assess the effectiveness of the activities and the degree of understanding among students, providing valuable feedback for future lessons.

Group Discussion

After completing the activities, gather all students in a circle and initiate a group discussion. Start by recapping the activities performed and ask students how they felt using color vocabulary in different contexts. Encourage them to share insights or discoveries they had during the activities and how it helped reinforce their learning of colors in English.

Key Questions

1. Which colors were the easiest to remember and why?

2. How did you use colors to express emotions or describe objects during the activities?

3. Was there a moment when you found it difficult to associate the color with the word in English? How did you resolve that?

Conclusion

Duration: (5 - 10 minutes)

The purpose of the Conclusion stage is to ensure that students have a clear and consolidated understanding of color vocabulary in English, reflecting on how to apply it in various contexts. It also serves to reaffirm the relevance of the topic studied in daily and intercultural communication, encouraging students to continue exploring and using color vocabulary in future situations.

Summary

To close the lesson, the teacher should summarize the main points covered about colors in English, recalling the basic colors and how they were applied in the practical activities. It should be recounted how students used vocabulary to describe emotions, objects, and everyday situations, reinforcing the importance of precision and knowledge of colors in communication.

Theory Connection

Throughout the lesson, the theory about colors was directly applied in practical activities that allowed students to experience and consolidate their knowledge. From creating an artistic mural to participating in a treasure hunt and a fashion show, students were able to see how colors are used in different contexts, facilitating understanding and memorization.

Closing

The importance of knowing colors transcends the classroom, applying to various situations in daily life, such as choosing clothes, describing objects, and communicating emotions. By understanding and correctly using colors in English, students improve their communication and interaction skills in a global context.