Are you active or not?

This lesson for primary pupils at CEFR level A2 and above helps learners think about their health and how active they are.

Introduction

This lesson plan is based on an activity from the British Council publication Integrating global issues in the creative English language classroom, which provides innovative ideas for teaching while raising awareness of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.

In this lesson, which supports Goal 3: Good health and well-being, learners take part in a short exercise routine and classify activities according to their intensity. They think about the importance of doing physical activity and plan their own short routine which they lead for their group. Then they think about how much activity they need to do and how much they actually do with a simple quiz. Finally, they make a daily exercise chart for themselves which they can try to follow outside of class.

This lesson has been adapted from the lesson 'Are you active or not' in the publication Integrating global issues in the creative English language classroom (chapter 4 activity 3)

Learning outcomes

Become aware of different types of physical activity
Consider why and how much physical activity is important
Review and learn vocabulary for different physical activities
Develop confidence in being a leader
Evaluate own level of physical activeness
To reinforce the use of the present simple for regular activities
To consistently and accurately use the present simple tense to describe regular activities
Be empowered to take an active role in their health and well-being