Summary
This lesson helps B1 students explore the topic of birthday celebrations and cultural traditions. Through video analysis, vocabulary exercises, and discussion prompts, students will learn to describe different types of parties and customs. Activities focus on developing conversational skills by planning a celebration and practicing essential grammar, such as prepositions for dates and time, making this a comprehensive resource for any English class.
Activities
Students start with a warm-up discussion about their own birthday experiences and preferences, activating prior knowledge and encouraging personal connection to the topic.
A vocabulary-building exercise introduces and practices key terms for parties and celebrations, such as gathering, milestone, and festive atmosphere.
A video comprehension task where students watch people describe their birthday habits and answer questions to improve listening skills and learn about different perspectives.
A collaborative planning activity challenges students to work in pairs to organize a detailed birthday party for a specific scenario, practicing negotiation and speaking.
A final writing task requires students to compose a short article about planning the perfect birthday, consolidating the vocabulary and grammar learned throughout the lesson.
Vocabulary focus
This lesson builds vocabulary related to parties and celebrations. Key terms include how to throw or host a party, describing it as a small gathering or a big event for a special occasion, sending invites to guests, and creating a festive atmosphere. Students also learn about cultural traditions, cuisine, milestone birthdays, and having an intimate celebration.
Grammar focus
The main grammar point is using prepositions for dates and time. Students will practice the correct usage of on for specific dates, in for months and years, and at for specific times. The lesson also covers other useful time expressions and prepositions like before, after, and during to accurately describe event schedules.
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