Lesson Plan | Socioemotional Learning | Verbs: Simple Past Regular and Irregular Verbs

Objective

Duration: 10 to 15 minutes

This segment aims to introduce students to the topic of the lesson, laying a solid groundwork for understanding verbs in the simple past tense. By clearly outlining the objectives, students will appreciate the significance of studying past verbs and how this knowledge applies in real-life situations. Additionally, this phase prepares students for upcoming activities that will foster their social-emotional skills, like self-awareness and self-regulation, through language study.

Objective Utama

1. Recognize and understand the structure of regular and irregular verbs in the simple past tense in English.

2. Develop the ability to accurately identify and use verbs in the simple past tense in relevant sentences and contexts.

Introduction

Duration: 15 to 20 minutes

Emotional Warmup Activity

Mindfulness Moment

The emotional warm-up activity will involve a guided Mindfulness session. Mindfulness is a practice that helps individuals focus on the present moment, enhancing attention, presence, and concentration. This activity is designed to emotionally prepare students for the class by reducing stress and increasing their openness to learning.

1. Ask students to sit comfortably in their chairs, feet flat on the floor and hands resting on their knees.

2. Encourage them to close their eyes or maintain a soft gaze focused on a point in front of them.

3. Instruct students to start paying attention to their breathing, noticing the air entering and leaving their bodies.

4. Guide them to breathe deeply in through their noses, filling their lungs, then exhale slowly through their mouths.

5. As they inhale, suggest they think of positive words like 'calm' and 'peace,' and as they exhale, let go of any tension or worries.

6. Continue guiding their breathing for 3 to 5 minutes, using a calm and soothing tone.

7. Conclude the session by asking students to gradually open their eyes and return their focus to the classroom, feeling more relaxed and centered.

Content Contextualization

Learning about verbs in the simple past tense in English is crucial not just for effective communication but also for understanding stories and experiences. Just think about trying to recount a story about your vacation without knowing how to express past actions! Moreover, the ability to reflect on past events can help students enhance their self-awareness and social awareness, allowing them to recognize and understand their own emotions and those of others in various situations. This understanding is vital for building healthy relationships and making responsible choices.

Development

Duration: 60 to 75 minutes

Theory Guide

Duration: 25 to 30 minutes

1. Introduction to the Simple Past: Explain that the simple past is used to describe actions that took place and were completed in the past. Highlight that there are regular and irregular verbs, and how the formation of the simple past differs for each type.

2. Regular Verbs: Present the general rule for forming the simple past of regular verbs: add '-ed' to the base verb. Example: 'walk' -> 'walked', 'play' -> 'played'. Point out that the pronunciation of '-ed' can vary.

3. Irregular Verbs: Explain that irregular verbs do not follow a consistent rule for forming the simple past; each verb has its unique form. Example: 'go' -> 'went', 'see' -> 'saw'. Provide a list of the most common irregular verbs and their past forms.

4. Usage in Sentences: Show how to use verbs in the simple past in affirmative, negative, and interrogative sentences. Example: Affirmative - 'She visited her grandparents.'; Negative - 'She did not visit her grandparents.'; Interrogative - 'Did she visit her grandparents?'

5. Oral and Written Practice: Give students practical examples to practice both orally and in written form, reinforcing their understanding of rules and exceptions.

Activity with Socioemotional Feedback

Duration: 30 to 35 minutes

Telling Vacation Stories

In this activity, students will use verbs in the simple past tense to narrate a story about their vacations. This will involve writing, reading, and oral sharing, encouraging the use of the learned verbs while practicing social-emotional skills.

1. Divide students into small groups of 3 to 4 members.

2. Provide each group with a sheet of paper and ask each student to write a brief story about their vacation using at least 5 verbs in the simple past (both regular and irregular).

3. Once they've written their stories, each student should read theirs to the group.

4. Each group should choose one story to present to the class.

5. During the presentations, encourage the other students to identify and note the simple past verbs used.

Discussion and Group Feedback

After the story-telling activity, initiate a guided discussion using the RULER method. Recognize the emotions expressed in the stories: ask students how they felt during their vacations and while sharing their stories. Understand what caused those feelings: discuss what in the stories triggered specific emotions like joy or nostalgia. Label those emotions accurately: encourage students to recognize and name the emotions that surfaced. Express these feelings appropriately: cultivate a safe environment for students to share how they felt hearing their peers' stories. Regulate emotions effectively: offer strategies for coping with strong emotions that may have arisen, such as longing for past moments.

Conclusion

Duration: 15 to 20 minutes

Reflection and Emotional Regulation

Suggest a reflection activity where students think about the challenges encountered during the lesson. Ask them to write a paragraph about their feelings while learning about the verbs in the simple past and the emotions that surfaced during the activities. Alternatively, lead a group discussion where each student can share their experiences, feelings, and strategies they used to manage those emotions. Encourage them to consider how they recognized, understood, labeled, expressed, and regulated their emotions, in line with the RULER method.

Objective: The goal of this activity is to encourage self-assessment and emotional regulation. By reflecting on the challenges faced during the lesson, students can identify effective strategies for handling difficult situations in the future. This self-assessment fosters self-awareness and self-control, essential skills for social-emotional growth.

Glimpse into the Future

To wrap up the lesson, encourage students to set personal and academic goals related to what they've learned. Explain the importance of setting clear goals to support ongoing progress. Ask each student to write down one or two specific goals they wish to achieve. Encourage them to share these goals with the class, promoting a supportive and accountable environment.

Penetapan Objective:

1. Review and practice simple past verbs daily.

2. Use simple past verbs in full sentences during English conversations.

3. Read books or watch programs in English that incorporate simple past verbs to reinforce learning.

4. Reflect on the emotions experienced while learning something new and apply emotional regulation strategies. Objective: The goal of this activity is to strengthen students' independence and practical application of their learning. By establishing personal and academic goals, students cultivate a sense of responsibility and commitment to their own progress. This not only enhances their English skills but also supports continuous personal and academic development.