This is a starter activity, following work on tenses and time phrases. Pupils point forwards, etc. to show they know the tense/time phrase shown. In later examples, the clues are highlighted ('dernier', the accent on the last 'e', etc.). Instructions are in the PowerPoint.
Use this template to create a plenary pairwork resource. Fill the gaps in as you wish, pupils roll the dice and translate or carry out the specified activity. Could also be used as a starter activity.
This can be used for any language.
The example in the PowerPoint is in English, so it can be easily adapted to your needs.
Pupils work in pairs to produce a paragraph on any given topic.
They take it in turns to roll the dice. The phrase corresponding to their number is the one they have to use. When they’ve completed it, they could then learn it.
Good practice for learning to learn! They must also check that the phrase makes sense. If it doesn’t (incorrect tense, etc.), they must roll again.
Another idea is for pupils to translate their finished paragraph.
This is designed to be a lesson for early learners, introducing the idea of speaking spontaneously in French. It starts with the sounds of French (e.g. 'oi', 'é').
There's then a Kim's Game with French words that pupils have to work out the pronunciation of, using the sound-spelling rules.
Next is a Connect 4-style game, using more words that pupils have to work out how to pronounce.
Then the PowerPoint goes through some spontaneous phrases to be used in lessons, ending with a dictionary task - "Qu-est-ce que c'est?"
Pupils work in pairs to play the game. It is designed to encourage spoken skills.
They throw the dice and work their way around the board, asking each other questions.
Introduce the paradigms of the vital French verbs, 'avoir' and 'être' using this PowerPoint.
The presentation also includes 'avoir' expressions (e.g. 'j'ai chaud').
Use this PowerPoint to introduce a few famous French people in history.
There is brief information about all in French, which can then be translated by students into English.
This can be used with any language.
Pupils play in two teams. When you click on the O or the X, the square will change to either O or X.
Instructions are within the PowerPoint.
This template allows you to use your own clues and Catchphrase-style picture, etc. underneath the clues.
Instructions are in the notes section in the PowerPoint.