English Teaching Plan for "Big Umbrella and Small Umbrella (13 Selected Stories)"
I. Teaching Objectives
1. Language Skills
Students will be able to understand and retell the 13 selected stories from "Big Umbrella and Small Umbrella" with proper pronunciation and intonation.
They will learn and apply at least 30 new vocabulary words and 15 key phrases related to the themes of the stories, such as family, friendship, and problem-solving.
Students will improve their listening comprehension by engaging in various audio-based activities, including listening to story recordings and answering related questions.
They will enhance their speaking skills through group discussions, role-plays, and presentations based on the stories.
2. Cultural Awareness
Students will gain insights into different cultural values and social norms reflected in the stories, promoting cross-cultural understanding.
They will appreciate the diversity of storytelling styles and themes across cultures.
3. Learning Strategies
Students will develop effective reading strategies, such as skimming, scanning, and making inferences, to better understand the stories.
They will learn to use context clues to guess the meanings of unfamiliar words.
4. Emotional and Social Development
Students will be inspired by the positive messages and moral lessons in the stories, fostering empathy, kindness, and resilience.
They will improve their teamwork and communication skills through collaborative learning activities.
II. Teaching Materials
1. Copies of "Big Umbrella and Small Umbrella (13 Selected Stories)" for each student.
2. Audio recordings of the stories (available online or self-recorded).
3. Flashcards with new vocabulary words and phrases.
4. Picture cards depicting scenes from the stories.
5. Whiteboard and markers.
6. Group work materials, such as chart papers, markers, and sticky notes.
III. Teaching Procedures
1. Warm-up (10 minutes)
Greet the students and ask them about their favorite types of stories.
Show a picture of an umbrella and ask students to brainstorm words and phrases related to umbrellas (e.g., rain, wet, protection).
Introduce the topic of "Big Umbrella and Small Umbrella" and explain that they will be reading 13 selected stories.
2. Pre-reading (15 minutes)
Show the cover of the book "Big Umbrella and Small Umbrella" and ask students to predict what the stories might be about based on the title and the illustration.
Divide the students into small groups and give each group a set of picture cards depicting scenes from different stories. Ask them to arrange the cards in the order they think the events occur and share their predictions with the class.
Introduce the new vocabulary words and phrases related to the first story. Use flashcards to show the words, pronounce them clearly, and provide simple definitions and examples.
3. While-reading (30 minutes per story, total 390 minutes for 13 stories)
Read the first story aloud to the class, using appropriate intonation and expression. Pause at key points to ask comprehension questions and encourage students to make predictions.
After reading, divide the students into pairs and give them a copy of the story. Ask them to read the story silently and underline any unfamiliar words.
Have students work in pairs to use context clues to guess the meanings of the underlined words. Then, review the words as a class, providing more detailed explanations and examples.
Conduct a group discussion on the main theme, characters, and moral lesson of the story. Encourage students to share their opinions and support them with evidence from the text.
Repeat the above steps for the remaining 12 stories, adjusting the time allocation as needed based on the complexity and length of each story.
4. Post-reading (20 minutes per story, total 260 minutes for 13 stories)
After reading each story, assign a creative task related to the story. For example, students can draw a picture of their favorite scene, write a short dialogue between two characters, or create a new ending for the story.
Have students present their creative work to the class and encourage other students to ask questions and provide feedback.
Conduct a review quiz on the vocabulary, key phrases, and main ideas of the story. Provide immediate feedback and reward students for correct answers.
5. Consolidation and Extension (30 minutes)
Divide the students into small groups and assign each group a different story from the book. Ask them to work together to create a short skit based on the story.
Give the groups time to practice their skits and then have them perform in front of the class. Encourage the audience to pay attention and provide positive feedback.
After all the skits are performed, lead a class discussion on the similarities and differences between the stories, as well as the common themes and messages.
6. Homework (10 minutes)
Assign students to read one of the stories at home and write a short summary of the story, including the main characters, plot, and moral lesson.
Encourage students to share their summaries with their family members and discuss the stories together.
IV. Assessment
1. Formative Assessment
Observe students' participation in class discussions, group work, and role-plays. Provide feedback on their language use, communication skills, and understanding of the stories.
Check students' vocabulary and phrase notebooks regularly to ensure they are learning and applying the new words correctly.
Review students' creative work, such as drawings, dialogues, and skits, to assess their comprehension and creativity.
2. Summative Assessment
Give a written test at the end of the unit, including multiple-choice questions, fill-in-the-blanks, and short-answer questions on the vocabulary, key phrases, and main ideas of the 13 stories.
Evaluate students' oral presentations, such as their retelling of the stories, group discussions, and skits, based on pronunciation, fluency, content, and communication skills.
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Introduction: This English teaching plan is designed for the book "Big Umbrella and Small Umbrella (13 Selected Stories)". It aims to improve students' language skills, cultural awareness, learning strategies, and emotional and social development through a series of well-structured teaching activities. The plan includes clear teaching objectives, a detailed list of teaching materials, step-by-step teaching procedures, and comprehensive assessment methods to ensure effective learning outcomes.
