Summary
This practical lesson plan helps A2-level English students learn how to give and check simple instructions. Through a series of interactive activities, students will build the necessary vocabulary and grammar to communicate step-by-step processes clearly.
This lesson guides students from basic vocabulary matching to practical application. Activities include a listening comprehension task, grammar exercises on imperatives and sequence adverbs, and a reading activity about making a paper boat. The lesson culminates in a speaking practice where students give and check instructions for everyday tasks, boosting their confidence in real-world communication.
Activities
- A warm-up discussion about personal experiences with giving and following instructions.
- A vocabulary matching exercise to learn key terms like "instruction," "step," and "clarify."
- A listening comprehension exercise where students fill in the gaps while listening to a set of simple instructions.
- Grammar practice focused on using imperative verbs and sequence adverbs (First, Next, Finally) to structure instructions correctly.
- A reading activity where students complete a "how-to" guide by filling in the appropriate sequence words.
- A final speaking practice where students work in pairs to give and check instructions for everyday tasks, such as making coffee or using a phone app.
Vocabulary focus
The vocabulary section introduces essential words for understanding and creating instructions. Key terms include "instruction," "step," "task," "process," "demonstrate," and "clarify." This foundational vocabulary helps students describe actions and processes accurately.
Grammar focus
This lesson focuses on two key grammatical structures for giving instructions: imperative verbs (e.g., "Open the book," "Don't touch") and sequence adverbs (First, Next, After that, Then, Finally). Students practice using these to create clear, logical, step-by-step guides.
Give & Check Simple Instructions | A2 English Lesson
