Present Simple: The Basics

Present Simple: The Basics

Learning Objective

At the end of the lesson, you will be able to understand the concept of present simple and use it in simple sentences.

Introduce the lesson objective and what students will learn.

What do you already know about present simple?

Definition

The present simple is a verb tense used to describe actions or events that happen regularly, habitually, or in the present.

Define present simple and provide examples.

Form

The present simple is formed with the base form of the verb for all subjects except for third-person singular, which adds -s or -es to the end of the verb.

Explain how to form the present simple and provide examples.

Third-Person Singular

In third-person singular, add -s or -es to the end of the verb depending on the ending of the verb.

Provide examples of adding -s or -es to regular and irregular verbs in third-person singular.

Negative Sentences

In negative sentences, use do not/does not + base form of the verb.

Explain how to form negative sentences and provide examples.

Question Sentences

In question sentences, use do/does + subject + base form of the verb.

Explain how to form question sentences and provide examples.

Usage

The present simple is used to describe habits, routines, facts, and general truths.

Provide examples of when to use the present simple.

Practice

Provide a list of verbs and have students create sentences using the present simple.

Have students work in pairs or small groups to practice creating sentences using the present simple.

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.