English lesson plan for Grade 3 Primary: BASIC VERBS IN PRESENT AND PAST.
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The sequence follows time. Students practice and use the target language in meaningful, real-life situations. Focused practice of the target language through guided, student-centered activities.
Assessment is formative: observe participation and oral production, review written work and use quick checks for understanding. The Word version is editable so you can adjust activities, timing and materials.
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General details and purpose
Grade 3 · Primary.
Purpose: Students practice and use the target language in meaningful, real-life situations.
Methodology: Time
Focus and structure
Focused practice of the target language through guided, student-centered activities.
Learning outcomes
Students use the target language to speak, listen, read and write about the topic with growing independence.
Articulating axes and standards
Reading, writing, listening and speaking in context.
Final product
A short group presentation or written product that shows the new language in use.
Formative assessment
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Observe participation and oral production, review written work and use quick checks for understanding.
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Classroom board, student notebooks, flashcards, printed worksheets and everyday classroom objects.
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Offer visual supports, sentence frames, peer partners and extra practice time for students who need it.
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Educational Project Plan: BASIC VERBS IN PRESENT AND PAST
Grade: 3rd Grade (Primary)
Main Issue: Students will identify and work with basic verbs in present and past tense.
Scenario: School
Methodology: Service-Learning (with a focus on Inclusion)
1. Stage 1: Starting Point (Sensitization)
Time | Activities | Objectives | Description | Adaptations for Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|
30 minutes | Class discussion and story reading | Sensitize students about actions and time | Read a simple story involving daily school activities (e.g., "My School Day") emphasizing verbs like "go," "play," "write," "read." Discuss the actions and when they happen. | Use visuals and gestures for better understanding. Use simple language. |
15 minutes | Brainstorming | Connect prior knowledge | Ask students: "What do you do at school today? Yesterday?" Write their answers on the board, highlighting present and past actions. | Use pictures and encourage participation from all students, ensuring inclusion. |
2. Stage 2: What I Know and What I Want to Know
Time | Activities | Objectives | Description | Adaptations for Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|
20 minutes | KWL Chart Activity | Assess prior knowledge and set learning goals | Students share verbs they know in present tense; then, what they want to learn about past tense. Fill out KWL chart as a class. | Use visual aids and simple language to ensure comprehension. Encourage students with diverse abilities to participate. |
15 minutes | Group discussion | Identify needs | In small groups, discuss questions like: "How do we change verbs from present to past?" | Use peer support and visual cues to facilitate understanding. |
3. Stage 3: Planning the Solidarity Service
Time | Activities | Objectives | Description | Adaptations for Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|
30 minutes | Design a "Verb Action Poster" | Collaboratively create learning materials | Students plan and create posters illustrating common verbs in present and past tense (e.g., "run" / "ran," "play" / "played"). Include pictures and simple sentences. | Ensure all students contribute. Use large visuals and assistive devices if needed. |
15 minutes | Resource organization | Prepare materials for the activity | Gather pictures, drawings, and craft supplies for poster making. | Use accessible materials and provide options for different abilities. |
4. Stage 4: Executing the Service
Time | Activities | Objectives | Description | Adaptations for Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|
45 minutes | Poster creation and presentation | Reinforce understanding and inclusivity | Students work in pairs or groups to make their posters. They then present their posters to classmates, saying the verbs in present and past tense. | Pair students with diverse abilities. Use visual and auditory supports. |
30 minutes | Community sharing | Extend learning beyond classroom | Invite other classes or parents to view the posters. Students explain the verbs and their meanings, emphasizing inclusion. | Use simple language, gestures, and visual aids during presentations. |
5. Stage 5: Sharing, Reflection, and Evaluation
Time | Activities | Objectives | Description | Adaptations for Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|
20 minutes | Reflection circle | Encourage self-awareness and inclusion | Students share what they learned, what was easy or difficult, and how they felt working together. | Use visual prompts and allow students to express in different ways (drawing, speaking, gestures). |
20 minutes | Feedback and assessment | Measure learning outcomes | Use a simple worksheet with pictures asking students to identify verbs in present and past (e.g., "What is this? (run / ran)"). Observe participation. | Provide assistance and alternative formats for students with special needs. |
Summary of Methodology Structure and Adaptations
Methodology Stage | Time | Activities | Inclusion Strategies |
|---|---|---|---|
Stage 1: Sensitization | 45 min | Story reading, Brainstorming | Visual aids, gestures, simple language |
Stage 2: Knowledge & Needs | 35 min | KWL Chart, Group discussion | Peer support, visual cues, inclusive participation |
Stage 3: Planning | 45 min | Poster design, Resource gathering | Assistive tools, diverse contribution options |
Stage 4: Service Execution | 75 min | Poster creation, Presentations | Pairing diverse students, visual and auditory supports |
Stage 5: Reflection & Evaluation | 40 min | Sharing, Worksheets | Multiple expression methods, visual prompts |
Final Notes
- The project promotes inclusion by ensuring all students participate meaningfully.
- Activities are age-appropriate, engaging, and foster teamwork.
- The focus on verbs in present and past tense supports language development aligned with their cognitive level.
- The community engagement element (sharing posters) extends learning beyond the classroom, fostering social responsibility and inclusion.
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Overview, purpose and focus
- Students practice and use the target language in meaningful, real-life situations.
- Focused practice of the target language through guided, student-centered activities.
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- Classroom board, student notebooks, flashcards, printed worksheets and everyday classroom objects.
- A short group presentation or written product that shows the new language in use.
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Which grade is this lesson plan designed for?
It is designed for Grade 3. You can adjust the language level and timing to fit your group.
What methodology does the plan use?
It uses time, with clear activities, evidence of learning and formative checks.
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