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Subject: French
Semester: 1
Period: 2
Week: 9
School Name:
Teacher’s Name:
Subject: French
Grade Level: Grade 3
Date: Week 9
Lesson Duration: 45 minutes
Week & Period: Week 9, Period 2
Topic: Describing Family Members Using Aimer
Sub-topic: Expressing Likes and Feelings toward Family
Learning Objectives
By the end of the lesson, students should be able to:
Use the verb aimer correctly to express feelings toward family members in simple sentences.
Previous Knowledge
Students already know:
Family member vocabulary, possessive adjectives, sentence construction.
Instructional Materials
• Textbook: French for Beginners, Grade 3
• Flashcards, charts with verbs
• Posters for mini-projects
Lesson Development – ABC Model
A – Anticipation (Warm-up / Starter)
Time: 5–10 minutes
Activity: The teacher will ask: “Qui aimes-tu dans ta famille ?”
Learner’s Role:
Respond orally using “j’aime” or “tu aimes.”
B – Building Knowledge (Main Lesson Body)
Time: 25–30 minutes
Teacher’s Role (Expanded & Detailed)
Begin by introducing the verb aimer (to like/love) and its present tense conjugation: je aime (j’aime), tu aimes, il/elle aime. Explain that “aimer” is used to express liking or loving something or someone. Write the conjugations on the board and pronounce each form clearly, emphasizing the liaison in “j’aime.” Model full example sentences such as “J’aime ma sœur” (I like my sister) and “Tu aimes ton frère” (You like your brother). Demonstrate how to combine possessive adjectives with “aimer” to express feelings about family members. Use flashcards with family member pictures and words to help learners form sentences. Display mini posters with pictures and phrases to support sentence construction. Guide learners through practice by asking them to make sentences using different subjects and family members. Provide corrections and reinforcement as needed.
Learners’ Activities (Expanded & Detailed)
Repeat the verb conjugations aloud chorally and individually to build confidence. Write sentences using “aimer” combined with family member vocabulary and appropriate possessive adjectives. Create simple mini posters expressing what they like about their family members using pictures and written sentences (e.g., “J’aime mon père”). Participate in role-play activities where one learner asks, “Tu aimes ta sœur?” and the other answers correctly using “j’aime” or “je n’aime pas” plus the family member. This interactive practice helps reinforce oral expression and conjugation accuracy.
Assessment Checks
Listen carefully for correct pronunciation and conjugation of “aimer” during oral drills and role-plays. Observe the accuracy of sentence formation both orally and in learners’ written work. Check that possessive adjectives agree correctly with the nouns.
Peer Review
Pair learners to share their mini posters and read their sentences aloud. Partners check each other’s use of “aimer” conjugations and sentence structure, offering gentle corrections where needed.
Notes (Expanded & Detailed)
Emphasize the importance of matching possessive adjectives (mon, ma, mes) with the gender and number of the family member noun. Encourage learners to use expressive language to personalize their mini posters and sentences. Use positive reinforcement to boost confidence in speaking and writing.
Assignment (Homework)
Write five sentences expressing what you like about your family members. For example, “J’aime ma mère,” “J’aime mon frère,” or “J’aime mes parents.” Encourage learners to include reasons or adjectives to expand their sentences, such as “J’aime ma mère parce qu’elle est gentille.”
C – Consolidation (Conclusion & Assessment)
Time: 5–10 minutes
Evaluation Method:
• Exit slip/quiz: Conjugate aimer with “il” and write a sentence.
• Follow-up Activity: Oral sharing of favorite family members.
Differentiation / Inclusive Strategies:
Use visual aids for learners needing support; provide sentence starters for weaker writers.
Teacher’s Reflection:
• What worked well? Effective conjugation practice and poster activity.
• What needs improvement? Extra practice for irregular pronunciation.
• Students’ engagement level: ☑ High ☑ Medium ☐ Low