"Exploring Yuzhne: My Hometown":
Lesson plan for the 5th grade NUS
Objective:
Students will learn about the town of Yuzhne, its geography, culture, and key landmarks.
Materials Needed:
1. Map of Yuzhne
2. Pictures of Yuzhne landmarks
3. Whiteboard and markers
4. Paper and coloring materials
4. Paper and coloring materials
5. Printed poems about Yuzhne
Duration: 90 minutes
Introduction (15 minutes):
1. Begin with a brief introduction to Yuzhne, mentioning its location near the Black Sea and its importance.
2. Show a map of Yuzhne and point out key landmarks like parks, historical sites, and the coastline.
Activity 1: Lexic Games (25 minutes):
1. Scavenger Hunt: Divide students into small groups. Provide each group with a list of Yuzhne-related words (e.g., sea, beach, park, town square). Have them locate these words on the map.
2. Word Bingo: Create bingo cards with Yuzhne-related words. Call out definitions or descriptions, and students mark the corresponding words.
Activity 2: Poem Creation (30 minutes):
1. Brainstorming: Discuss the emotions and experiences associated with Yuzhne. Ask students to share their thoughts about what makes Yuzhne special.
2. Group Poem Writing: Divide the class into small groups. Each group works together to write a poem about Yuzhne, incorporating the emotions and experiences discussed.
Activity 3: Art and Presentation (15 minutes):
1. Illustration: Provide students with paper and coloring materials. Ask them to draw a scene or landmark from Yuzhne that was mentioned in their poems.
2. Poem Presentation: Each group presents their poem and explains the significance of their chosen scene or landmark.
Conclusion (5 minutes):
1. Reflect on what the students have learned about Yuzhne.
2. Encourage them to share what they found most interesting or surprising.
Homework (Optional):
Ask students to interview family members about their favorite places in Yuzhne and share their findings in the next class.
Assessment:
Evaluate students based on their participation in the activities, the quality of their poems, and their understanding of Yuzhne's geography and culture.
This lesson plan aims to engage students in a hands-on exploration of their hometown, fostering creativity and a deeper appreciation for their community.
Poems
Yuzhne, Our Special Town
In Yuzhne by the sea so wide,
Where waves roll in with every tide.
A town so small, but full of cheer,
With friends and memories held so dear.
The Black Sea sparkles, oh so bright,
Its waves dance in the morning light.
Seagulls sing their joyful song,
As we all join and sing along.
Parks with trees that reach the sky,
Where laughter echoes, oh so high.
Playgrounds where we run and play,
Under the sun's warm, golden ray.
The town square's bustling, busy sound,
With markets and friends all around.
People meeting, sharing a smile,
In Yuzhne, we'll stay for a while.
Yuzhne, Our Special Town
In Yuzhne by the sea so wide,
Where waves roll in with every tide.
A town so small, but full of cheer,
With friends and memories held so dear.
The Black Sea sparkles, oh so bright,
Its waves dance in the morning light.
Seagulls sing their joyful song,
As we all join and sing along.
Parks with trees that reach the sky,
Where laughter echoes, oh so high.
Playgrounds where we run and play,
Under the sun's warm, golden ray.
The town square's bustling, busy sound,
With markets and friends all around.
People meeting, sharing a smile,
In Yuzhne, we'll stay for a while.
Monuments stand with pride and grace,
Reminding us of the brave embrace,
Of those who worked, who dreamed, who cared,
In Yuzhne's heart, their spirit's shared.
So let's explore, let's laugh, let's play,
In Yuzhne, we'll make memories each day.
With friends and family, hand in hand,
Together we'll cherish our hometown land.
Our New Town, Yuzhne
Yuzhne is small, but full of glee,
Where sea waves dance, wild and free.
With friendly faces, warm and bright,
We share our joy, from morn till night.
Our town is new, with stories untold,
In every street, adventures unfold.
The sea's our friend, it hugs our shore,
Its songs we'll cherish forevermore.
Through parks and squares, we skip and play,
Under the sun, we laugh all day.
Friends we meet, with open hearts,
In Yuzhne, a new journey starts.
So let's explore, learn and grow,
In Yuzhne, there's much to know.
With every day, a new delight,
Our town, our home, so warm and bright.