Vocabulary Building (5 minutes): 1. Introduce a list of shopping-related vocabulary, such as "department store," "discount," "shopping mall," "checkout," etc.
2. Write the vocabulary words on the board and provide definitions.
3. Encourage students to repeat the words and ask questions about any unfamiliar terms.
4. Distribute handouts with the vocabulary list and ask students to match the words with their definitions.
5. After completion, review the answers together as a class.
Grammar Focus (10 minutes): 1. Introduce the comparative form of adjectives using examples related to shopping (e.g., "cheaper," "more expensive," "better quality," etc.).
2. Explain the rules for forming comparatives (e.g., adding "-er" or "more" before the adjective).
3. Provide examples on the board and ask students to create their own comparative sentences using the vocabulary words from the previous activity.
4. Encourage students to share their sentences with a partner and discuss their choices.
Reading and Writing (10 minutes): 1. Distribute a reading passage about shopping, such as a short article or a dialogue between characters discussing their shopping experiences.
2. Instruct students to read the passage individually and underline any shopping-related vocabulary words they come across.
3. Discuss the passage as a class, addressing any unknown vocabulary and checking for comprehension.
4. Provide writing prompts related to shopping, such as:
- Prompt 1: Write a paragraph describing your favorite store and why you enjoy shopping there.
- Prompt 2: Imagine you are a fashion blogger. Write a review of a clothing store you recently visited.
- Prompt 3: Create a dialogue between a shop assistant and a customer discussing a product and its features.
5. Allow students time to choose one prompt and write a response using the vocabulary and grammar concepts learned.