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Subject: French
Semester: 1
Period: 3
Week: 17
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Subject: French
Grade Level: Grade 7
Date: Week 17
Lesson Duration: 45 minutes
Week & Period: Week 17, Period 3
Topic: Present Tense Verbs, Conditional Sentences, and Integrated Telephone Dialogue
Sub-topic: Conjugation of prendre, demander, faire, vouloir, parler, dire & Je voudrais + infinitive
Learning Objectives
By the end of the lesson, students should be able to:
- Conjugate the verbs prendre, demander, faire, vouloir, parler, dire in the present tense.
- Construct sentences using vouloir in the conditional + infinitive (e.g., Je voudrais manger).
- Apply verbs and conditional sentences in telephone dialogues.
- Communicate politely in simulated real-life situations using appropriate grammar and vocabulary.
- Gain confidence in integrating verbs, conditional expressions, and interrogative structures in dialogues.
Previous Knowledge
Students already know:
- Present tense conjugation of basic verbs: s’appeler, être, avoir, habiter
- Classroom and telephone vocabulary
- Polite expressions, demonstrative and possessive adjectives
- Question structures: Qui est-ce ?, Qu’est-ce que c’est ?, Est-ce que… ?
Instructional Materials
- Flashcards with verbs, objects, and infinitives
- Whiteboard and markers
- Worksheets for verb conjugation and sentence construction
- Audio clips of dialogues and telephone conversations
- Students’ notebooks and writing materials
Lesson Development – ABC Model
A – Anticipation (Warm-up / Starter)
Time: 5–10 minutes
- Quick oral drill: Teacher asks pupils to recall present tense conjugations of common verbs (parler, faire, demander).
- Pupils answer orally, correcting any mistakes with teacher guidance.
B – Building Knowledge (Main Lesson Body)
Time: 25–30 minutes
- Conjugation of Verbs in Present Tense
- Teacher writes verbs on board: prendre, demander, faire, vouloir, parler, dire
- Conjugation example for prendre:
- Je prends, Tu prends, Il/Elle prend, Nous prenons, Vous prenez, Ils/Elles prennent
- Teacher guides pupils to conjugate remaining verbs in pairs or groups.
- Using Vouloir in Present Conditional + Infinitive
- Introduction: Je voudrais + infinitive → expressing polite requests or desires.
- Examples:
- Je voudrais manger. (I would like to eat.)
- Je voudrais parler à Paul. (I would like to speak with Paul.)
- Je voudrais ouvrir la fenêtre. (I would like to open the window.)
- Guided practice: Pupils construct 5–6 sentences using Je voudrais + infinitive.
- Integrated Telephone Dialogue Practice
- Teacher models a dialogue combining verbs, conditional, interrogative structures, and polite expressions:
- A: Allô, qui est-ce ?
- B: Bonjour, c’est Aminata. Je voudrais parler à Paul.
- A: Un instant.
- B: Merci ! Est-ce que je peux rappeler à 15 heures si Paul n’est pas là ?
- A: Oui, pas de problème.
- Pupils practice in pairs: create 6–8 line dialogues integrating all topics from Weeks 13–17 (telephone expressions, questions, classroom vocabulary, numbers, and verbs).
- Practical Classroom Activity
- Group work: Each group receives a scenario (booking an appointment, asking for a classroom object, making a polite request).
- Pupils perform dialogues in front of the class using:
- Present tense verbs
- Conditional with vouloir
- Polite expressions and interrogative sentences
Learners’ Activities (Expanded & Detailed)
- Repetition Drill – Pupils repeat conjugated verbs and Je voudrais + infinitive
- Pair Work – Practice telephone dialogues integrating conditional requests and verbs.
- Group Work – Prepare mini-dialogues (6–8 lines) combining classroom vocabulary, polite expressions, and verbs.
- Written Practice – Complete worksheets:
- Conjugate verbs in present tense
- Transform sentences: “I want to eat” → Je voudrais manger
- Oral Presentation – Groups present dialogues to the class; peers provide feedback on pronunciation, grammar, and fluency.
Assessment Checks
- Oral Assessment – Teacher randomly selects pupils to use verbs and conditional sentences in sentences or mini-dialogues.
- Pair Performance – Teacher monitors dialogues, focusing on verb conjugation, conditional form, and sentence structure.
- Written Assessment – Fill-in-the-blank exercises:
- Je ___ (vouloir) parler à mon ami.
- Nous ___ (faire) nos devoirs maintenant.
- Tu ___ (prendre) le livre ?
- Peer Review – Pupils exchange dialogues and check for correct verb usage and sentence construction.
Notes (Expanded & Detailed)
- Emphasize correct use of Je voudrais + infinitive for polite requests.
- Encourage combining interrogative sentences, present tense verbs, and conditional sentences in dialogues.
- Link to previous weeks: telephone expressions, classroom vocabulary, demonstrative/possessive adjectives.
Assignment (Homework)
- Write 5 sentences using Je voudrais + infinitive expressing polite requests or desires.
- Prepare a 6–8 line telephone dialogue using present tense verbs, conditional sentences, and polite expressions.
- Practice orally with a family member or classmate.
C – Consolidation (Conclusion & Assessment)
Time: 5–10 minutes
- Recap: present tense verbs, conditional form with vouloir, integrated telephone dialogue.
- Volunteers perform dialogues in front of the class.
Evaluation Method: Quick oral quiz: pupils form 2–3 sentences using a given verb in present tense or Je voudrais + infinitive.
Follow-up Activity: Pupils prepare to combine all verbs, conditional forms, and question structures in Week 18 for comprehensive oral practice.
Differentiation / Inclusive Strategies
- Struggling learners: Visual prompts, simplified infinitive verbs, guided sentence starters.
- Advanced learners: Longer dialogues, multiple verbs, integrate numbers, classroom vocabulary, and telephone phrases.
- Students with disabilities: Extra time, peer support, written prompts.
Teacher’s Reflection:
- What worked well? ___________________________________________
- What needs improvement? ____________________________________
- Students’ engagement level: ☑ High ☐ Medium ☐ Low