Lesson Plan: Introducing Comparative Adjectives Level: Intermediate Time: Approximately 60 minutes Aims: To introduce and practice the use of comparative adjectives Objectives: By the end of the lesson, students will be able to: 1. Identify and understand comparative adjectives. 2. Use comparative adjectives accurately in spoken and written production. Materials: - Photographs of different objects or people (Task 1 and Task 3) - Language model with comparative adjectives (Teach stage) - Task sheets for both Task 1 and Task 3 Procedure: 1. Warm-up (5 minutes) - Display a photograph of two objects or people and elicit comparative sentences from the students. - For example: "Compare these two objects. Which one is bigger?" Students may respond with "The blue one is bigger than the red one." 2. Task 1 - Comparative Adjectives (15 minutes) - Distribute the task sheets for Task 1 to each group of students. - Explain the task: "In your groups, I will show you photographs of different objects or people. Discuss and compare the objects or people using comparative adjectives." - Show a series of photographs and allow groups sufficient time to discuss and come up with comparative sentences. - Monitor the groups' discussions and offer assistance as needed. - After completion, ask each group to share some of their comparisons with the class. 3. Teach - Introducing Comparative Adjectives (10 minutes) - Provide a language model that illustrates the correct use of comparative adjectives. - Elicit examples from the model text to highlight the form and meaning of comparative adjectives. - Discuss when and why speakers use comparative adjectives. - Clarify any doubts and address common errors or misconceptions. 4. Task 2 - Comparative Adjectives Practice (20 minutes) - Distribute the task sheets for Task 2 to each student. - Explain the task: "Individually, complete the sentences using the comparative form of the adjectives given." - Set a time limit for completion (around 15 minutes). - Monitor the students' progress and provide assistance as necessary. - After completion, review the answers as a class. 5. Task 3 - Comparative Adjectives Extension (10 minutes) - Show a new set of photographs to the class, focusing on different objects or people. - Explain the task: "In your groups, discuss and compare the objects or people in the photographs using comparative adjectives." - Allow groups sufficient time to discuss and come up with comparative sentences. - Monitor the groups' discussions and offer assistance as needed. - After completion, ask each group to share some of their comparisons with the class. 6. Wrap-up and Feedback (10 minutes) - Conduct a class discussion to review the use of comparative adjectives. - Ask students to explain why they used specific comparative adjectives in their comparisons. - Provide feedback on the students' performance and highlight areas of improvement. Extensions/Adaptations: - Encourage students to write short paragraphs or essays comparing two or more objects, people, or places. - Expand the speaking practice by having students compare and discuss famous personalities or their favorite movies, books, or destinations using comparative adjectives. Note: Adjust and modify the lesson plan according to the needs and proficiency level of your students.