Title: Making Arrangements: A Lesson for ESL Students (Aged 13)

Objective: By the end of this lesson, students will be able to confidently make arrangements in English, including scheduling appointments, making reservations, and planning outings.

Materials: 1. Whiteboard or flipchart 2. Markers 3. Handouts with sample dialogues and exercises 4. Internet access (optional)

Warm-up (5 minutes): Begin the lesson by asking students about their favorite activities or hobbies. Encourage them to share their interests and discuss how they usually plan these activities. This will help activate their prior knowledge and create a context for the lesson.

Introduction (10 minutes): 1. Explain the importance of making arrangements in English, emphasizing that it is a crucial skill for effective communication. 2. Discuss common situations where making arrangements is necessary, such as scheduling doctor’s appointments, making reservations at a restaurant, or planning a group outing. 3. Introduce key vocabulary related to making arrangements, such as appointment, reservation, availability, confirm, cancel, etc. Write these words on the board and ensure students understand their meanings.

Main Activities:

1. Role-play Dialogues (15 minutes): Divide the class into pairs or small groups. Provide each group with a handout containing sample dialogues for making different arrangements. Instruct students to take turns playing the roles of the customer and the service provider. Encourage them to use the vocabulary introduced earlier. Afterward, have a few pairs or groups perform their dialogues in front of the class.

2. Vocabulary Practice (15 minutes): Distribute another handout with exercises focusing on vocabulary related to making arrangements. Students can complete the exercises individually or in pairs. Review the answers as a class, clarifying any doubts or misconceptions.

3. Real-life Scenarios (15 minutes): Present students with various real-life scenarios where they need to make arrangements. These scenarios can include planning a birthday party, organizing a study group, or scheduling a visit to a museum. Students can work in pairs or small groups to discuss and plan their arrangements. Encourage them to use the vocabulary and phrases they have learned.

4. Online Research (optional, 10 minutes): If internet access is available, ask students to find information about a local event or attraction they would like to visit. Instruct them to gather details such as opening hours, admission fees, and any necessary reservations. Students can then present their findings to the class, practicing their speaking skills and sharing useful information.

Conclusion (5 minutes): Summarize the key points covered in the lesson, emphasizing the importance of making arrangements in English. Encourage students to practice these skills in their daily lives, both inside and outside the classroom. Provide additional resources, such as websites or apps, that can help them further develop their arrangement-making abilities.

Homework: Assign students to write a short paragraph describing an arrangement they made recently or plan to make in the future. They should include details such as the purpose, date, time, and any necessary preparations. This will reinforce their understanding of the lesson and provide an opportunity for written practice.

Note: The duration of each activity can be adjusted based on the class’s pace and needs.