Mastering Present Simple Tense

Mastering Present Simple Tense

Learning Objective

At the end of the lesson, you will be able to use present simple tense correctly in both negative and affirmative sentences.

Introduce the learning objective, so the students know what to expect from the lesson.

What do you already know about present simple tense?

What is Present Simple Tense?

Present simple tense is a verb tense used to describe actions, habits, and facts that are true in the present. It is formed by adding -s or -es to the base form of the verb for third-person singular subjects.

Explain what present simple tense is and how it is used. Give examples of sentences in present simple tense.

Affirmative Sentences

Affirmative sentences in present simple tense are formed using the base form of the verb. For third-person singular subjects, add -s or -es to the base form of the verb.

Give examples of affirmative sentences in present simple tense. Ask students to come up with their own examples.

Negative Sentences

Negative sentences in present simple tense are formed using the auxiliary verb 'do' + 'not' + the base form of the verb. For third-person singular subjects, use 'does not' or 'doesn't' + the base form of the verb.

Give examples of negative sentences in present simple tense. Ask students to come up with their own examples.

Question Sentences

Question sentences in present simple tense are formed using the auxiliary verb 'do' + the subject + the base form of the verb. For third-person singular subjects, use 'does' + the subject + the base form of the verb.

Give examples of question sentences in present simple tense. Ask students to come up with their own examples.

Spelling Rules

There are some spelling rules to follow when forming present simple tense. For example, add -es to verbs that end in -sh, -ch, -x, -s, or -z for third-person singular subjects.

Explain the spelling rules for present simple tense. Give examples of verbs that follow each rule.

Practice Exercise

Complete the following sentences with the correct form of the verb in present simple tense: 1. She (watch) television every evening. 2. They (play) soccer on Saturdays. 3. He (not like) spicy food. 4. Do you (speak) Spanish?

Give the students time to complete the exercise. Then, go over the answers as a class.

Conclusion

Present simple tense is a fundamental part of the English language. With practice, you can master it and use it correctly in everyday conversation.

Summarize the lesson and encourage students to practice using present simple tense on their own.

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.