Summary
This downloadable lesson for English teachers provides A1-level ESL class material on introducing yourself and others. This complete lesson helps beginners practice essential vocabulary, grammar, and speaking skills for first conversations.
This A1 English lesson plan guides students through the basics of introductions with a series of engaging activities. It begins with simple matching exercises for warm-up and vocabulary. Students will practice their comprehension with a listening exercise, followed by a clear grammar focus on the verb 'to be'. The lesson culminates in a structured role-play, allowing students to apply what they've learned in a practical speaking task. This material is designed to build confidence in beginner learners.
Activities
- Warm-up and vocabulary: Students begin by matching common greetings with their languages and then learn key nouns like 'student', 'teacher', and 'friend' by pairing them with their definitions. This builds a solid foundation for the topic.
- Listening comprehension: The lesson includes a listening exercise about two friends meeting. Students listen to a short audio track to complete a gap-fill task and then answer true or false questions to check their understanding.
- Grammar and speaking practice: After a clear explanation and practice exercise on the verb 'to be', students participate in a guided role-play. Using information cards, they practice introducing themselves and a friend to a partner.
Transcript
Hello, my name is Anna. I am a student. This is my friend Tom. Tom is a teacher. He is from Spain. I am from Italy. We are good friends. Nice to meet you.
Vocabulary focus
The vocabulary is centered on essential nouns for personal introductions, including 'student', 'teacher', 'friend', 'name', and 'country'. It also covers crucial phrases for meeting new people, such as "My name is...", "This is my friend...", "I am from...", and "Nice to meet you."
Grammar focus
This lesson provides a fundamental introduction to the present simple of the verb 'to be'. Students learn and practice using the correct forms 'am', 'is', and 'are' with different subject pronouns to talk about their names, professions, and origins through a clear explanation and a dedicated exercise.
