The plan is suitable for primary learners at B1 and above and explores the topic of monkey facts and abilities.
Introduction
This lesson exploits a story to develop the reading and vocabulary of primary-age learners. One of the main aims of using stories at this level is the general development of reading skills. Using longer story texts develops a far wider range of skills than is usually included in texts in primary coursebooks. In this story lesson, learners are given the opportunity to hear and read an original narrative story and build their knowledge of how a story develops.
Topic
Monkey facts and abilities
Level
CEFR level B1+
Time
60+ minutes
Aims
- To develop reading skills by using a short, narrative story
- To reinforce forms of the present tense, particularly third person
Materials
- worksheet (one per learner)
- Miko the monkey story text (one per learner)
- pictures of various species of monkey (optional)