Let's Talk Retail: Describing Pictures in English

Let's Talk Retail: Describing Pictures in English

Learning Objective

At the end of the lesson, you will be able to describe retail pictures in English using appropriate vocabulary, grammar, and intonation.

Introduce the learning objective and explain how it will be achieved through the lesson.

What do you already know about retail and describing pictures in English?

Vocabulary Review

Review key retail-related vocabulary with the students. Examples include store, cashier, customer, receipt, sale, discount, etc.

Use flashcards or pictures to help students remember the vocabulary. Encourage them to repeat the words after you.

Picture Description Practice

Show a picture of a retail store and ask students to describe it in English. Encourage them to use the vocabulary they just learned.

Allow students to work in pairs or small groups to brainstorm different ways to describe the picture. Monitor their progress and provide feedback.

Intonation Practice

Practice intonation by having students repeat sentences with different emphasis. For example, 'The customer wants to return the item' and 'The customer wants to return the item.'

Model the sentences for the students and have them repeat after you. Emphasize the importance of intonation in conveying different meanings.

Picture Description Practice 2

Show a different retail picture and have students describe it in English using appropriate intonation.

Encourage students to incorporate the intonation practice into their descriptions. Provide feedback and correction as needed.

Grammar Review: Present Continuous

Review the present continuous tense with the students. Explain how it is used to describe actions happening now, including in retail settings.

Provide examples of present continuous sentences related to retail, such as 'The cashier is scanning the items' or 'The customer is browsing the shelves.'

Picture Description Practice 3

Show a third retail picture and have students describe it in English using present continuous sentences.

Encourage students to use the present continuous tense correctly in their descriptions. Provide feedback and correction as needed.

Pair Discussion

Have students work in pairs to discuss a retail scenario, such as a customer returning an item. Encourage them to use the vocabulary, intonation, and grammar they have learned.

Provide prompts or questions to guide the discussion, such as 'What would you do if you were the cashier?' or 'How would you handle a difficult customer?'

Presentation Practice

Have students prepare a short presentation about a retail topic of their choice. Encourage them to incorporate vocabulary, intonation, and grammar in their presentations.

Provide guidelines for the presentation, such as a time limit and required vocabulary. Encourage students to practice their presentations before presenting to the class.

Presentation Time!

Have students present their retail presentations to the class.

Provide feedback and correction as needed. Encourage other students to ask questions or provide feedback as well.

Quiz Time!

Have students take a short quiz on retail vocabulary, intonation, and grammar.

Provide a list of vocabulary words and sentences for intonation and grammar practice. Use the quiz to assess student understanding and adjust future lessons accordingly.

Review and Recap

Review the key concepts and vocabulary learned in the lesson. Encourage students to ask questions or provide feedback.

Use the review to reinforce the learning objective and identify areas for improvement. Provide additional resources or practice opportunities as needed.

Homework

Assign homework related to retail vocabulary, intonation, or grammar.

Provide clear instructions and expectations for the homework. Encourage students to ask questions or seek help if needed.

Further Practice

Provide additional resources or practice opportunities for students who want to continue improving their retail English skills.

Suggest websites, videos, or other resources for students to use independently. Encourage them to continue practicing and improving their skills outside of class.

Conclusion

Thank the students for their hard work and participation in the lesson.

End the lesson on a positive note and encourage students to continue practicing and improving their retail English skills.

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.