Reflecting on Reflexive Pronouns

Reflecting on Reflexive Pronouns

Learning Objective

At the end of the lesson you should be able to recognize and use reflexive pronouns effectively.

Introduce the lesson objective and set expectations for the students.

What do you already know about pronouns?

What are Reflexive Pronouns?

Reflexive pronouns are words that are used to refer to the subject of the sentence. Examples include myself, yourself, herself, himself, itself, ourselves, yourselves, and themselves.

Define reflexive pronouns and provide examples. Encourage students to take notes.

Identifying Reflexive Pronouns

To identify a reflexive pronoun, look for words that end in -self or -selves and refer back to the subject of the sentence.

Explain how to identify reflexive pronouns and provide examples for students to identify.

Using Reflexive Pronouns

Reflexive pronouns are used when the subject of the sentence is also the object of the sentence. For example, 'I hurt myself' or 'She washed herself.'

Explain the proper usage of reflexive pronouns and provide examples for students to practice.

Common Mistakes

One common mistake is using reflexive pronouns when they are not necessary. Another is using the wrong reflexive pronoun. For example, using 'myself' instead of 'yourself.'

Explain common mistakes and provide examples for students to correct.

Practice: Identifying Reflexive Pronouns

Identify the reflexive pronouns in the following sentences: 1. They bought themselves some ice cream. 2. She gave him the book. 3. We enjoyed ourselves at the party.

Provide practice sentences for students to identify reflexive pronouns.

Practice: Using Reflexive Pronouns

Rewrite the following sentences using a reflexive pronoun: 1. He shaved his face. 2. The cat cleaned its fur. 3. They cooked dinner.

Provide practice sentences for students to use reflexive pronouns properly.

Conclusion

Congratulations! You have learned to recognize and use reflexive pronouns effectively. Keep practicing and applying this knowledge in your writing and speaking!

Summarize the lesson and encourage students to continue practicing reflexive pronoun usage.

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.