Lesson Plan | Traditional Methodology | Vocabulary: Family Members and Friends

Objectives

Duration: (10 - 15 minutes)

The purpose of this stage is to ensure that students understand the main objectives of the lesson, which are to recognize and apply vocabulary related to family and friends. This initial understanding is crucial for students to know what to expect from the lesson and to focus on the skills that need to be developed.

Main Objectives

1. Recognize and identify English terms related to family members and friends.

2. Correctly apply the vocabulary learned in simple sentences and contexts.

Introduction

Duration: (10 - 15 minutes)

The purpose of this stage is to provide initial context and engage students by showing the practical relevance of the vocabulary that will be taught. By contextualizing the theme, students can perceive the usefulness of what they are learning and feel more motivated to pay attention and participate in the lesson.

Context

Start the lesson with a brief explanation about the importance of knowing vocabulary related to family members and friends in English. Explain that these words are frequently used in everyday conversations and can help students communicate better in social situations. Say something like: 'Today we will learn important words that we use to talk about our family and friends in English. Knowing these words helps us talk about the people who are important to us and to better understand conversations in English.'

Curiosities

Did you know that in many cultures around the world, there are specific words to describe different types of family relationships? For example, in some Asian languages, there are distinct terms for older uncle and younger uncle. This shows how family is an important part of people's lives all over the world.

Development

Duration: (50 - 60 minutes)

The purpose of this stage is to ensure that students understand and can use vocabulary related to family members and friends in English. By addressing each term with practical examples, students can internalize the meaning and appropriate use of these words. The proposed questions help reinforce the content and assess students' understanding of the topic.

Covered Topics

1. Father: Explain that 'father' is the English word for pai. Show how to use it in a sentence: 'My father is very kind.' 2. Mother: Detail that 'mother' is the word for mãe. Give an example: 'My mother cooks delicious meals.' 3. Son: Describe 'son' as filho and demonstrate its use: 'Their son is very talented.' 4. Daughter: Explain that 'daughter' means filha. Use a sentence: 'Their daughter is very smart.' 5. Brother: Define 'brother' as irmão and show an example: 'I have an older brother.' 6. Sister: State that 'sister' is irmã and use it in a sentence: 'My sister is younger than me.' 7. Grandfather: Explain that 'grandfather' is avô. Example: 'My grandfather tells great stories.' 8. Grandmother: Detail that 'grandmother' means avó and provide an example: 'My grandmother bakes the best cookies.' 9. Uncle: Describe 'uncle' as tio. Example: 'My uncle lives in another city.' 10. Aunt: Explain that 'aunt' is tia. Use a sentence: 'My aunt is very funny.' 11. Cousin: Define 'cousin' as primo or prima. Example: 'I have many cousins.' 12. Friend: State that 'friend' means amigo or amiga. Use it in a sentence: 'My friend is very supportive.'

Classroom Questions

1. 1. Who is your father's father? 2. 2. How do you say 'irmã' in English? 3. 3. Write a sentence using the word 'cousin'.

Questions Discussion

Discussion

• 1. Who is your father's father? - The correct answer is 'grandfather'. Explain that 'father's father' refers to avô, and 'grandfather' is the English word for avô. Emphasize the structure of the sentence and how possession is indicated in English.
• 2. How do you say 'irmã' in English? - The correct answer is 'sister'. Reinforce that 'irmã' translates as 'sister' in English and use additional examples to show how the word is used in different contexts.
• 3. Write a sentence using the word 'cousin'. - Review students' sentences and provide examples such as 'My cousin is visiting us this weekend.' or 'I have a cousin who lives in Canada.'. Highlight the importance of using 'cousin' for cousins of both genders and encourage variation in sentence construction.

Conclusion

Duration: (10 - 15 minutes)

The purpose of this stage of the lesson plan is to summarize and reinforce the main points covered during the lesson, ensuring that students leave with a clear and consolidated understanding of vocabulary related to family members and friends. By reviewing the content, students have the opportunity to reflect on what they have learned and how they can apply this knowledge in their daily lives.

Summary

• Key words related to family members: father, mother, son, daughter, brother, sister, grandfather, grandmother, uncle, aunt, cousin.
• Key word related to friends: friend.
• Examples of using the words in everyday sentences.
• Discussion and practice of questions and answers to reinforce the vocabulary.

The lesson connected theory with practice through the detailed explanation of each term and the use of practical examples in sentences. The question and answer activities allowed students to apply the vocabulary learned in real contexts, facilitating the internalization of the new terms.

The vocabulary related to family and friends is essential for students' daily lives, as it allows them to communicate about important people in their lives. Knowing how to refer to parents, siblings, grandparents, uncles, cousins, and friends in English is fundamental for everyday conversations and for better understanding the Anglophone culture. Additionally, knowing these words can facilitate socialization and building relationships in international contexts.