Lesson Plan | Traditional Methodology | Verbs: Simple Present

Objectives

Duration: (10 - 15 minutes)

The purpose of this stage is to clearly establish the lesson objectives so that students know exactly what is expected of them and are able to apply this knowledge practically. This helps guide the focus of the lesson and ensures that both the teacher and students are aligned in terms of expectations and desired outcomes.

Main Objectives

1. Teach students to write regular and irregular verbs in the simple present.

2. Ensure that students understand the use and application of the simple present.

3. Empower students to identify sentences containing verbs in the simple present.

Introduction

Duration: (10 - 15 minutes)

The purpose of this stage is to contextualize students on the importance of the simple present in the English language, capturing their interest and preparing them for the detailed learning that will follow. This helps create an engaged and focused learning environment where students understand the relevance of the content they are about to learn.

Context

Explain to students that verbs are an essential part of language since they are responsible for actions in a sentence. In the simple present, verbs describe habitual actions, general facts, and universal truths. Tell students that understanding how to use the simple present is crucial for effective communication in English, as it allows them to describe their daily routines, interests, and facts about the world around them.

Curiosities

The simple present is one of the most commonly used tenses in the English language. Interestingly, it is used not only to talk about daily habits but also to describe scheduled future events, such as 'The train leaves at 6 PM'. Understanding this can help students plan their routines and activities more effectively in an international context.

Development

Duration: (35 - 40 minutes)

The purpose of this stage is to provide a detailed and practical understanding of the simple present, allowing students to apply knowledge through exercises and examples. This ensures that they can identify and use the simple present correctly in different contexts, strengthening their writing and comprehension skills in English.

Covered Topics

1. Formation of the Simple Present: Explain that the simple present is formed by the verb in its base form for all persons except for the third person singular (he, she, it), where 's' or 'es' is added. For example: 'I play', 'You play', 'He plays'. 2. Regular and Irregular Verbs: Detail that most verbs in the simple present are regular, but some verbs are irregular and have specific forms. For example: 'Go' becomes 'Goes' in the third person singular. 3. Use of the Simple Present: Describe that the simple present is used to express habits, daily routines, general facts, and universal truths. For example: 'She walks to school every day', 'The sun rises in the east'. 4. Negative Form: Explain that to form the negative in the simple present, 'do not' (don't) or 'does not' (doesn't) is used followed by the verb in the base form. For example: 'I do not (don't) play', 'He does not (doesn't) play'. 5. Interrogative Form: Detail that to form questions in the simple present, 'do' or 'does' is used before the subject, followed by the verb in the base form. For example: 'Do you play?', 'Does he play?'.

Classroom Questions

1. Write three sentences using regular verbs in the simple present, one for each singular person (I, You, He/She/It). 2. Transform the following affirmative sentences into negatives: 'She sings in the choir' and 'They study hard every day'. 3. Formulate questions in the simple present for the following sentences: 'You like pizza' and 'He goes to the gym every morning'.

Questions Discussion

Duration: (20 - 25 minutes)

The purpose of this stage is to review and reinforce the knowledge acquired by students, ensuring that they fully understand the use of the simple present. By discussing the answers and engaging students in further reflections and questions, we consolidate learning and foster a deeper and more practical understanding of the studied content.

Discussion

• Discussion of the questions solved by students:

• Write three sentences using regular verbs in the simple present, one for each singular person (I, You, He/She/It):

• I play soccer every weekend.

• You enjoy reading books.

• He watches TV every evening.

• Transform the following affirmative sentences into negatives:

• 'She sings in the choir' -> She does not (doesn't) sing in the choir.

• 'They study hard every day' -> They do not (don't) study hard every day.

• Formulate questions in the simple present:

• 'You like pizza' -> Do you like pizza?

• 'He goes to the gym every morning' -> Does he go to the gym every morning?

Student Engagement

1. Student Engagement: 2. Ask students why it is important to understand the difference between regular and irregular verbs in the simple present. 3. Ask students to share examples of their daily routines using the simple present. 4. Request that students explain how the negative form and interrogative form of the simple present can be used in daily conversations. 5. Propose that students create questions in groups using irregular verbs in the simple present and ask those questions to their classmates. 6. Discuss how the knowledge of the simple present can help in understanding texts and conversations in English.

Conclusion

Duration: (10 - 15 minutes)

The purpose of this stage is to summarize and review the main content covered in the lesson, reinforcing students' learning and ensuring they have a clear and consolidated understanding of the simple present. This recap helps solidify knowledge and reflect on the practical significance of the studied content.

Summary

• The simple present is formed by the base form of the verb, with the addition of 's' or 'es' in the third person singular.
• There are regular and irregular verbs in the simple present, with specific forms for each.
• The simple present is used to express habits, daily routines, general facts, and universal truths.
• To form the negative, 'do not' (don't) or 'does not' (doesn't) is used followed by the verb in the base form.
• To form questions, 'do' or 'does' is used before the subject, followed by the verb in the base form.

The lesson connected theory with practice by providing detailed explanations about the formation and use of the simple present, followed by clear examples and practical exercises. Students were able to apply the knowledge acquired in sentences and questions, consolidating theory through guided practical activities.

Understanding the simple present is essential for effective communication in English, allowing students to describe their daily routines, interests, and facts about the world around them. This knowledge is crucial for both writing and conversation, facilitating interaction in diverse contexts, including travel, study, and work in international environments.