Educational Project

Educational Project Plan: "People in My Life"
Grade: 6th Grade (Primary)
Main Issue: Deepening citizenship roles, sharing experiences, and developing critical thinking
Learning Focus: Vocabulary, grammar, describing people, respect; Narrative organization (PDA)
Duration: 3 classes of 60 minutes each (via Zoom)
Class Size: 4 students
Materials: Book pages 16-21, videos, songs, Wordwall games
Axes: Critical interculturality, cultural appreciation through reading and writing

Methodology: Problem-Based Learning (PBL)

Stage	Time	Activities	Description & Adaptation
Present (Pose initial reflection)	10 min	- Show a short video introducing family members and describing people.<br>- Ask: “Who are the people in your family?”	Students reflect on their own families, activating prior knowledge in accessible language. Use visual aids and simple questions to adapt to their level.
Collect (Gather prior knowledge)	10 min	- Students share names of family members and describe them briefly.<br>- Use a virtual "family tree" diagram to gather ideas.	Encourage students to express what they already know about family vocabulary and adjectives, fostering confidence.
Formulate (Define the problem)	10 min	- Present the challenge: “Choose a family member or friend and tell us about them using vocabulary and adjectives.”<br>- Clarify that they will organize their experiences into a short narration.	Frame the task clearly, ensuring understanding of what is expected and motivating them to think critically about their own experiences.
Organize (Plan and strategize)	15 min	- Divide students into pairs or small groups via breakout rooms.<br>- Assign tasks: select a person to describe, decide on adjectives, and plan their narration.<br>- Use graphic organizers to outline their description (e.g., Who? What? How?).	Support their planning with sentence starters and vocabulary lists. Adapt strategies to their language level, encouraging peer collaboration.
Build (Execute strategies)	15 min	- Students prepare a short oral or written description of their chosen person.<br>- Use digital tools: Google Slides, Voice Recorder, or written document.<br>- Incorporate vocabulary, adjectives, and grammar structures learned.	Facilitate the use of digital tools for expression, ensuring accessible instructions and step-by-step guidance.
Verify & Analyze (Evaluate results)	10 min	- Share descriptions with the class via screen sharing or recordings.<br>- Peer feedback: “What did you like?”, “Can you understand who they described?”	Promote critical thinking through constructive feedback, emphasizing respect and cultural appreciation.
Share (Socialize & assess learning)	10 min	- Final presentations: each student presents their description.<br>- Reflect: “What did you learn about describing people? How can this help us understand others?”	Foster intercultural awareness and critical reflection on personal experiences and cultural differences.

Implementation Details & Adaptations

Component	Details
Vocabulary	Main: mother, aunt, parents, cousins, uncle, grandfather, sister, grandmother, classmates.<br>Adjectives: short hair, light hair, wavy hair, dark hair, curly hair, straight hair.<br>- Use visual flashcards, images, and gestures to support understanding.
Grammar	Structures: “I have (three) brothers,” “I don’t have sisters.”<br>- Use simple sentence models, visual aids, and repetition to reinforce.
Tools	YouTube videos, songs, Wordwall games, Google Classroom, breakout rooms, digital recording tools.
Cultural Reflection	Discussions about family roles in different cultures, emphasizing respect, diversity, and interculturality.

Summary of Key Elements

Methodology Stage	Objective	Activities & Tools	Time	Expected Outcomes
Present	Activate prior knowledge	Video, questions	10 min	Students relate personally to the topic, engaging critical thinking about family roles.
Collect	Gather existing vocabulary and ideas	Student sharing, family tree	10 min	Students articulate what they know, preparing for deeper learning.
Formulate	Clarify the task	Clear instructions, examples	10 min	Students understand the goal: describing someone in their family.
Organize	Plan their narration	Graphic organizers, group work	15 min	Structured thinking and planning, fostering collaboration.
Build	Create and practice descriptions	Digital presentations, recordings	15 min	Application of vocabulary, grammar, and cultural understanding.
Verify & Analyze	Peer review and reflection	Sharing recordings, feedback	10 min	Critical analysis, respect for peers, intercultural awareness.
Share	Present and reflect	Final presentations, discussions	10 min	Confidence building, cultural appreciation, critical thinking about family and society.

Conclusion

This PBL-based educational project encourages 6th-grade students to explore their personal and cultural identities, develop critical thinking, and promote intercultural respect through narrative organization and descriptive language. The activities are adapted to their level, integrating digital tools and collaborative strategies to foster meaningful learning in a virtual classroom context.