Telling a Story in English: From A1 to A2 level

Telling a Story in English: From A1 to A2 level

Learning Objective

At the end of the lesson, you will be able to tell a story in English at A2 level.

Introduce the learning objective clearly and concisely.

What do you already know about telling a story in English?

Vocabulary

Learn new vocabulary related to storytelling such as characters, plot, setting, climax, and resolution.

Introduce new vocabulary and encourage students to practice pronunciation and spelling.

Story Elements

Learn the different elements of a story and how to use them in English.

Explain the key elements of a story and provide examples.

Group Activity

Work in groups to create your own story using the new vocabulary and story elements.

Provide clear instructions for the group activity and allow time for students to brainstorm and write their stories.

Peer Review

Swap stories with another group and provide feedback on each other’s work.

Encourage constructive feedback and provide guidelines for the peer review process.

Practicing Oral Skills

Practice telling your story aloud to the class.

Encourage students to practice their storytelling skills and provide feedback on pronunciation and grammar.

Listening Activity

Listen to a story in English and answer comprehension questions.

Provide a listening activity to test comprehension and reinforce new vocabulary and story elements.

Final Reflection

Reflect on what you have learned and how you can improve your storytelling skills in English.

Encourage students to reflect on their progress and provide guidance for further practice.

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.