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Introducing Ourselves: Learn 'To Be' | ESL Lesson | A0-A1

LESSON DESCRIPTION

Unlock the foundations of English grammar with this 30-45 minute ESL lesson plan tailored for beginner students (A0-A1). This engaging, grammar-focused lesson emphasizes the short forms of the verb “to be”—helping learners confidently use “I’m,” “you’re,” “he’s,” “she’s,” “it’s,” “we’re,” and “they’re” in both singular and plural contexts.

Why Choose This Lesson?

  • Interactive Warm-Up
    Start the class with a group activity, introducing a table of short forms for “to be” that encourages memorization and proper pronunciation.
  • True or False Comprehension Activity:
    Reinforce learning with a fun true-or-false quiz, such as, “The short form of ‘I am’ is ‘I’s'” (False). Immediate feedback ensures accurate understanding.
  • Fill-in-the-Blanks Practice
    Strengthen grammar skills with sentence completion tasks, giving students practical application of short forms in real-world contexts.
  • Reading & Listening Comprehension
    Dive into a relatable narrative about a character named Emma, combining reading comprehension with listening skills while integrating grammar into real-life scenarios.

Ideal For:

  • ESL Teachers looking for structured, interactive lesson plans that merge grammar fundamentals with practical usage.
  • Beginner ESL students (A0-A1) who benefit from clear, focused grammar exercises designed to build fluency and confidence.

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Elevate your teaching toolkit with “Introducing Ourselves: Mastering Short Forms of ‘To Be'”, available exclusively at Perfect Teacher. Help your students master essential grammar while boosting their conversational skills. Download today and see the difference in their understanding of the English verb “to be”!


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