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Subject: French
Semester: 1
Period: 1
Week: 1
School Name:
Teacher’s Name:
Subject: French
Grade Level: Grade 2
Date: Week 1
Lesson Duration: 45 minutes
Week & Period: Week 1, Period 1
Topic: Basic Greetings in French
Sub-topic: Learning Basic Greetings Vocabulary and Usage
Learning Objectives
By the end of the lesson, students should be able to:
Recognize and pronounce basic French greetings: Bonjour, Bonsoir, Salut
Use greetings appropriately according to time of day and formality
Greet the teacher and classmates in French during classroom routines
Previous Knowledge
Students already know:
Basic classroom routines and English greetings
Instructional Materials
Textbook: French for Beginners, Grade 2
Flashcards, charts with greetings, audio clips
Lesson Development – ABC Model
A – Anticipation (Warm-up / Starter)
Time: 5–10 minutes
Activity: The teacher will ask the class:
Can you greet me in French? Which word would you use in the morning or evening?
Learner’s Role:
Respond orally with Bonjour, Bonsoir, or Salut
Repeat teacher’s pronunciation and gestures
B – Building Knowledge (Main Lesson Body)
Time: 25–30 minutes
Teacher’s Role (Expanded & Detailed):
Begin by introducing the three common French greetings: Bonjour (good morning/hello), Bonsoir (good evening), and Salut (hi/hello - informal). Clearly explain the appropriate context for each greeting:
- Bonjour is used during the daytime and in formal or polite situations.
- Bonsoir is used in the evening or at night, usually after about 5 or 6 PM.
- Salut is an informal greeting used among friends, family, or peers.
Model the correct pronunciation slowly and clearly, breaking down each word into syllables as needed to help learners. Use repetition by saying each greeting several times, then invite learners to repeat after you. Use engaging body language and facial expressions to show friendliness and politeness that accompany greetings.
Demonstrate simple classroom greeting routines by role-playing with a few learners—e.g., when entering the classroom, say “Bonjour!” and wave, or when saying goodbye in the evening, say “Bonsoir!” with a smile. Use visual aids like flashcards with images representing morning (sun), evening (moon), and friends to link to the greetings.
Guide learners through short call-and-response exercises, where you say a greeting and learners echo it back. Then organize short dialogues between pairs, prompting learners to greet each other appropriately depending on the time of day or context. Support learners by correcting pronunciation gently and encouraging the correct use of greetings based on context.
Learners’ Activities (Expanded & Detailed):
Learners actively listen and repeat the greetings aloud, first chorally and then individually, practicing pronunciation and intonation. They engage in paired practice sessions, greeting each other using Bonjour, Bonsoir, or Salut based on given scenarios (e.g., morning greeting, evening greeting, informal meeting).
They participate in classroom routines, such as starting the day with Bonjour or ending it with Bonsoir. Learners also observe and mimic teacher gestures (waving, smiling) as part of their greetings. In pairs, learners practice greeting each other multiple times, providing positive feedback and encouragement to build confidence.
Assessment Checks:
The teacher listens closely for correct pronunciation and proper use of greetings according to time and formality. Informal observation during paired practice assesses learners’ ability to use greetings naturally and appropriately. The teacher may ask individual learners to greet the class or teacher with the correct phrase to confirm understanding.
Peer Review:
Learners work in pairs to practice greetings and listen to each other’s pronunciation. They are encouraged to offer kind and supportive feedback on both pronunciation and correct greeting use, helping to foster collaborative learning and confidence in speaking.
Notes (Expanded & Detailed):
Use large, colorful flashcards with pictures illustrating the time of day (sun for morning, moon/stars for evening) to reinforce the appropriate greeting context. Encourage learners to use gestures like waving, nodding, and smiling to make greetings more natural and fun. Repetition and multi-sensory engagement (listening, speaking, visual cues, movement) will deepen retention. Encourage learners to notice and reflect on when greetings are used outside the classroom (at home, on the street).
Assignment (Homework):
Ask learners to practice greeting their family members or friends in French throughout the week using Bonjour, Bonsoir, and Salut at appropriate times. Encourage them to try to remember the correct greeting for morning, evening, and informal situations. Learners should be prepared to share their experiences and which greetings they used during the next class.
C – Consolidation (Conclusion & Assessment)
Time: 5–10 minutes
Evaluation Method:
Exit slip/quiz: Say the correct greeting for morning and evening
Follow-up Activity: Short pair dialogue practicing greetings
Differentiation / Inclusive Strategies:
Provide visual prompts for learners needing support
Encourage confident learners to create short greeting dialogues
Teacher’s Reflection:
What worked well? ___________________________________________
What needs improvement? ____________________________________
Students’ engagement level: ☑ High ☑ Medium ☐ Low