Lesson Plan | Traditional Methodology | Pronouns and Adjectives: Possessive and Genitive

Objectives

Duration: 10 - 15 minutes

The purpose of this stage of the lesson plan is to establish a solid foundation for understanding possessive pronouns and the genitive case, allowing students to understand how to express possession in the English language. By clearly defining the objectives, the teacher ensures that students know what is expected of them by the end of the lesson, directing their attention to the most important points of the content.

Main Objectives

1. Understand the function of possessive pronouns and the genitive case in the English language.

2. Learn to identify and correctly use possessive pronouns and the structure of the genitive.

3. Develop the ability to write sentences that indicate possession using possessive pronouns and the genitive.

Introduction

Duration: 10 - 15 minutes

The purpose of this stage of the lesson plan is to contextualize and spark students' interest in the theme of the lesson. By providing practical examples and curiosities, the teacher establishes the relevance of the content, preparing students to better absorb the information that will be presented throughout the lesson.

Context

Start the lesson by explaining that possession is one of the most basic and important ways to connect nouns in the English language. Emphasize that, just like in Portuguese, we need to indicate to whom something belongs. Explain that we will use possessive pronouns and the structure of the genitive to express possession in English. For example, in Portuguese, we say 'meu livro' or 'o carro do João'. In English, we use 'my book' and 'John's car'.

Curiosities

Did you know that the use of possessive pronouns and the genitive case is essential for clear communication in English? For example, a simple mistake in 'its' and 'it's' can completely change the meaning of a sentence. Furthermore, the correct use of these forms can greatly help in writing and in tests such as ENEM and entrance exams.

Development

Duration: 40 - 50 minutes

The purpose of this stage is to provide an in-depth and practical understanding of possessive pronouns and adjectives, as well as the use of the genitive in the English language. By addressing these topics in detail and providing practical examples, the teacher will help students recognize and correctly apply these structures in their own sentences. This is essential for clear and accurate communication, both in writing and speaking.

Covered Topics

1. Pronouns: Introduce the concept of possessive pronouns and how they differ from subject and object pronouns. Provide a list of possessive pronouns (my, your, his, her, its, our, their) and use them in example sentences. 2. Adjectives: Explain that possessive adjectives describe to whom something belongs. Provide examples with sentences such as 'This is my book' and 'Is this your pen?'. 3. Genitive Case: Introduce the genitive case (also known as the possessive case) and explain its formation by adding an apostrophe and 's' (for example, John's car). Discuss the rules for singular and plural possessive forms. 4. Comparing Structures: Compare sentences using possessive pronouns, adjectives, and the genitive case to highlight differences and similarities. Examples: 'This is John's car', 'This is his car', 'This is John's car'. 5. Common Mistakes: Address common mistakes that students make with possessives, such as confusing 'its' and 'it's', or placing the apostrophe incorrectly.

Classroom Questions

1. Rewrite the following sentence using a possessive pronoun: 'Maria's book is on the table.' 2. Convert the sentence to use the genitive case: 'This is my friend's house.' 3. Correct the error in the sentence: 'It's a nice day for a walk.'

Questions Discussion

Duration: 20 - 25 minutes

The purpose of this stage of the lesson plan is to review and consolidate students' knowledge of possessive pronouns and the use of the genitive. By discussing the answers to the activities, the teacher can clarify doubts, correct common misconceptions, and reinforce understanding of the concepts presented. This interaction also allows students to feel more confident in using these structures in their own written productions.

Discussion

• Explain that the sentence 'Maria's book is on the table.' can be rewritten as 'Her book is on the table.' using a possessive pronoun. Highlight how the pronoun 'her' replaces 'Maria's'.

• For the sentence 'This is my friend's house.' using the genitive case, we must write 'This is my friend's house.'. Reinforce the importance of using the apostrophe and 's' to indicate possession.

• Correct the sentence 'It's a nice day for a walk.' explaining that 'Its' is the possessive form and 'It's' is the contraction of 'it is'. The correct sentence is 'It's a nice day for a walk.'.

Student Engagement

1. Ask the students: 'How would you rewrite the sentence 'João's car is blue.' using a possessive pronoun?' 2. Ask students to discuss the difference between 'its' and 'it's' and when to use each one. 3. Challenge students to rewrite the sentence 'The children's toys are in the box.' using the genitive case. 4. Ask students to identify and correct possible errors in sentences such as 'The cat's bowl is theirs' and 'It's a great idea!'

Conclusion

Duration: 10 - 15 minutes

The purpose of this stage of the lesson plan is to review and consolidate the main points covered during the lesson, ensuring that students leave with a clear and practical understanding of the use of possessive pronouns and the genitive case. This final review helps to reinforce the content and prepare students to apply these concepts independently.

Summary

• Possessive pronouns (my, your, his, her, its, our, their) are used to indicate to whom something belongs without mentioning the name of the owner.
• Possessive adjectives also indicate possession and are used before a noun (my book, your pen).
• The genitive case is formed by adding an apostrophe and 's' at the end of a noun (John's car) to indicate possession.
• There are differences and similarities between the use of possessive pronouns, possessive adjectives, and the genitive case.
• Common mistakes include confusion between 'its' and 'it's' and incorrect use of the apostrophe in possessive forms.

The lesson connected theory with practice by providing detailed explanations followed by practical examples and exercises. By solving problems together, students were able to see how to apply the rules of possessive pronouns and the genitive case in real sentences, making learning more concrete and accessible.

Understanding and correctly using possessive pronouns and the genitive case is essential for clear communication in English. These concepts are often tested in exams such as ENEM and entrance exams, and are fundamental for writing essays and performing daily tasks, such as writing emails or talking about personal belongings.