Kindergarten ESL English: Basics & Introductions Lesson Plan

E-Learning Plan for One Student

Introduction – Hello! (5 minutes)

  • Total Time: 5 minutes

  • Start with a cheerful song like "Hello, Goodbye" by The Beatles.

  • Encourage student participation by using actions (waving, smiling) to introduce the concept of greetings.

Core Activities – Name Game (20 minutes)

  • Total Time: 20 minutes

Name Circle (10 minutes)

  • The student will say their name and a simple favorite thing (color, animal, etc.).

  • Repeat the name to help with pronunciation.

Interactive Meet and Greet (10 minutes)

  • The student greets themselves using phrases like "Hello, my name is ___."

  • Then they will practice asking, "What is your name?" before introducing themselves to an imaginary partner using the same phrases.

Core Activities – Picture Vocabulary Match (15 minutes)

  • Total Time: 15 minutes

Vocabulary Flashcards (5 minutes)

  • Present flashcards of common ESL words (hello, goodbye, name, friend) with pictures using an online tool.

Matching Game (10 minutes)

  • Display flashcards on a virtual platform.

  • The student will match words with pictures and call out the names and words together to reinforce vocabulary.

Assessment – Show and Tell (5 minutes)

  • Total Time: 5 minutes

  • The student can introduce an object from their environment using the template: "My name is ___ and this is my ___."

  • This reinforces vocabulary and speaking skills while promoting confidence.

Extensions/Homework – Family Introductions (5 minutes)

  • Total Time: 5 minutes

  • The student draws a picture of their family and writes or attaches labels with names.

  • They can bring this back to an online class for a "Family Introductions Day" in a future lesson, promoting connection and language use at home.