Navigating Nouns: Asking for Directions in English

Navigating Nouns: Asking for Directions in English

Learning Objective

At the end of the lesson you will be able to ask for and understand directions in English.

What do you already know about asking for directions in English?

Vocabulary for Directions

Key words: turn left, turn right, go straight, cross the street, intersection, landmark.

Asking for Directions

Practice phrases: 'Excuse me, can you tell me how to get to the library?' 'Which way is the nearest bus stop?'

Giving Directions

Sample responses: 'Go straight for two blocks, then turn left at the traffic lights.' 'The museum is on your right, next to the park.'

Map Activity

Distribute maps and assign each student a starting point and a destination. They must ask for and follow directions to reach their destination.

Role-Play Scenarios

Create role-play scenarios in pairs or groups where students take turns asking for and giving directions in different settings.

Cultural Tips

Discuss cultural norms when asking for directions, such as using polite language and thanking the person for their help.

Review and Recap

Summarize key phrases and vocabulary. Have students practice asking and giving directions in various scenarios.

Write down 3 things you learned in this lesson.

Have students enter three things they learned in this lesson. With this they can indicate their own learning efficiency of this lesson.

Write down 2 things you want to know more about.

Here, students enter two things they would like to know more about. This not only increases involvement, but also gives them more ownership.

Ask 1 question about something you haven't quite understood yet.

The students indicate here (in question form) with which part of the material they still have difficulty. For the teacher, this not only provides insight into the extent to which the students understand/master the material, but also a good starting point for the next lesson.