Using indefinite articles
Overview
This beginner ESL lesson plan is designed to teach students how to ask about and identify objects using the correct articles. The focus at this level is on acquiring essential phrases to inquire and respond effectively, developing basic communication skills for everyday interactions.
The lesson begins with a boardwork suggestion that introduces the functional language for asking and identifying objects. We then move on to low-resource activities, emphasising articles and collaborative pair-work. The lesson ends with an interactive classroom game that reinforces the lesson's core theme.
Lesson Outline
Classroom activities
Use of the board
Presenting complex language on the board can sometimes feel overwhelming, especially for new teachers. That's why each plan includes helpful suggestions and notes on how to effectively present the target language of the lesson.
Indefinite articles
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Classroom games
Relay challenge: Articles
Games are a fantastic way to wrap up any successful class. Our lesson plans contain at least one idea for ready-to-play classroom games that reinforce the lesson's target language.
More ESL lesson plans for beginners
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750+ Low-prep classroom activity ideas
1100+ Printable ESL flashcards
160+ ESL lesson plans
8 Distinct language levels
Offline access through the TEFLHandbook app
Reduce your planning time and improve the way you present and teach English grammar.
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Significantly reduce your planning time and improve the way you present and teach English grammar.
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Significantly reduce your planning time and improve the way you present and teach English grammar.