Урок з англійської мови :"Exploring Folktales from Around the World"

Lesson Plan for the 5 th grade

 "Exploring Folktales from Around the World"

Objective:

- Introduce students to different cultures through folktales.

- Develop listening and comprehension skills.

- Encourage creativity through story-related activities.

Materials Needed:

- Various folktales from different cultures.

- Chart paper and markers.

- Story props (optional).

- Drawing materials.

Duration: 45 minutes

Lesson Plan:

1. Introduction (5 minutes) Begin with a brief discussion about what folktales are and why they are important.

- Explain that today, they will embark on a journey to explore folktales from different parts of the world.

2. Storytelling Session (10 minutes)

- Choose a folktale from a specific culture and narrate it engagingly.

- Encourage active listening by asking questions throughout the story.

3. Group Activity: Create Your Own Folktale (15 minutes)

- Divide students into small groups.

- Provide each group with a different cultural setting for their folktale (e.g., a Chinese village, an African savanna, etc.).

- Ask them to brainstorm characters, settings, and a simple plot for their own folktale.

4. Group Presentation (10 minutes)

- Each group presents their folktale to the class. Encourage creativity and emphasize cultural details.

5. Reflection and Discussion (5 minutes)

- Discuss what they learned about different cultures through the stories.

- Ask if there are any common themes or lessons in the folktales.

6. Optional Extension Activity: Art and Writing (if time permits)

- Have students create illustrations for their folktale or write a short paragraph about a character or event.

Homework (Optional):

- Ask students to research and bring in a folk story from their own cultural background to share with the class in the next session.

Set of Storytelling Cards: "The Magical Adventures"

Card 1: Setting

- Enchanted Forest

- Ancient Castle

- Underwater Kingdom

- Futuristic City

- Desert Oasis

Card 2: Main Character

- Brave Explorer

- Mischievous Fairy

- Wise Wizard

- Curious Alien

- Talking Animal

Card 3: Problem or Challenge

- Lost Treasure

- Cursed Spell

- Mysterious Disappearance

- Time Travel Mishap

- Vanishing Colors

Card 4: Helper or Sidekick

- Loyal Dragon

- Tricky Sprite

- Kind Mermaid

- Clever Robot

- Wise Owl

Card 5: Resolution

- Discovering a Hidden Power

- Solving a Riddle

- Making a New Friend

- Finding a Long-Lost Treasure

- Repairing a Broken Spell

Instructions for Using the Storytelling Cards:

1. Shuffle the cards and place them face down.

2. Ask a student to pick one card from each category (Setting, Main Character, Problem, Helper, and Resolution).

3. Encourage the student to incorporate the elements from the chosen cards into their own imaginative story.

4. Repeat the process with different students, or let them work in pairs or small groups to create their own stories.

5. Allow students to share their stories with the class, emphasizing creativity and storytelling skills.

These cards provide a fun and interactive way for students to create their own unique narratives. They can be used as a regular activity in your storytelling sessions to keep the creativity flowing. Enjoy the magical adventures!