Objectives (5 - 10 minutes)

1. Understanding Verb Tenses: The teacher should ensure that students understand the different verb tenses in English, including simple present, simple past, and simple future. This will be done through a quick and interactive review at the beginning of the lesson.

2. Identifying Verb Tenses in Sentences: Students should be able to easily identify verb tenses in example sentences. This will help develop their reading and comprehension skills.

3. Verb Tense Practice: Students should be able to practice the correct use of verb tenses in sentences and paragraphs, both in affirmative and negative forms. This will be done through a series of practical and interactive exercises.

Secondary Objectives:

• Sentence Construction: In addition to practicing verb tenses, students should also be able to construct sentences correctly in English, considering word order and punctuation.

• Listening Skills Development: Although the main focus is on writing and reading, students will also have the opportunity to develop their listening skills as the teacher provides instructions and feedback during the lesson.

Introduction (10 - 15 minutes)

1. Review of Previous Concepts: The teacher should start the lesson by quickly reviewing previous concepts that are essential for understanding verb tenses in English. This may include a review of English verbs, including the difference between regular and irregular verbs, as well as a review of different types of sentences in English (affirmative, negative, interrogative). (3 - 5 minutes)

2. Problem Situations: The teacher can then present two problem situations that will pique the students' interest. For example, "How would you describe an event that happened yesterday?" or "How would you talk about an event that is about to happen?" These questions serve as a hook to introduce the concept of verb tenses and why they are important in English communication. (2 - 3 minutes)

3. Contextualization: The teacher should then explain the practical importance of verb tenses, highlighting how they are used in everyday situations, such as writing emails, reading news, or conversing with native English speakers. For example, the teacher may explain that when writing an email to a teacher, students need to use the correct verb tense to describe what they learned in class. (2 - 3 minutes)

4. Topic Introduction: To capture students' attention, the teacher can share some curiosities about verb tenses in English. For example, the teacher may mention that English is one of the few languages that has a verb tense called "present perfect," which is used to describe past events that still have relevance in the present. The teacher may also mention that although most verb tenses in English are formed by adding a suffix to the verb (for example, "walk" becomes "walked" in the past), there are many irregular verbs that do not follow this rule. (3 - 4 minutes)

Development (20 - 25 minutes)

1. "Time Machine" Activity: The teacher should divide the class into groups of 4 or 5 students and provide each group with a set of colored cards. Each color represents a verb tense (for example, yellow for simple present, blue for simple past, green for simple future). The teacher should then provide each group with a series of English "missions," which can range from writing a sentence about an event that happened yesterday (using simple past) to predicting the weather for tomorrow (using simple future). The students should then work together to write the correct sentences on their cards and place them in the "time machine" (a large piece of cardboard in the middle of the room). At the end of the activity, each group should be able to explain why they placed each card in the order they did. (10 - 12 minutes)

2. "Create Your Story" Activity: Still in groups, students should create a short story using all three verb tenses (simple present, simple past, and simple future). The teacher should provide them with a theme (for example, "A day at the beach") and some nouns and adjectives to start. The students should then work together to write the story, ensuring they use the verb tenses correctly. At the end of the activity, each group should read their story aloud to the class, and the class should try to identify the verb tenses used. (8 - 10 minutes)

3. "Grammar Treasure Hunt" Activity: For a more playful activity, the teacher can hide several sentences around the room, each with a underlined verb tense. The students, still in groups, should find the sentences and rewrite them in their notebooks, changing the underlined verb tense to another verb tense. For example, if the original sentence is in simple present, students should rewrite it in simple past. The first group to find and rewrite all the sentences correctly is the winner. (5 - 7 minutes)

These activities are designed to be highly interactive and engaging, encouraging collaboration and communication among students. They also provide an opportunity for students to practice constructing sentences in English, in addition to using verb tenses.

Feedback (10 - 15 minutes)

1. Group Discussion (5 - 7 minutes): The teacher should facilitate a group discussion with all students to share the solutions or conclusions found by each group during the "Time Machine," "Create Your Story," and "Grammar Treasure Hunt" activities. Each group will have the opportunity to explain how they used verb tenses correctly in their activities and what challenges they encountered. The teacher should guide the discussion, highlighting the main points and correcting any errors or misunderstandings.

2. Connection to Theory (3 - 5 minutes): After the discussion, the teacher should make the connection between the practical activities and the theory of verb tenses. The teacher should emphasize how the activities helped students understand and practice the correct use of verb tenses in English. The teacher can also briefly review the theoretical concepts discussed at the beginning of the lesson and how they apply to the activities carried out.

3. Individual Reflection (2 - 3 minutes): To consolidate learning, the teacher should propose that students reflect individually on what they learned during the lesson. The teacher can ask questions like: "What was the most important concept you learned today?" and "What questions have not been answered yet?" Students should have a minute to think about their answers and then have the opportunity to share their reflections with the class. This activity helps students internalize what they have learned and identify any areas that may need more practice or clarification.

4. Teacher Feedback (1 - 2 minutes): Finally, the teacher should provide feedback to students on their performance during the lesson. The teacher should praise students' strengths, such as collaboration and creativity, and also highlight areas that may need more attention. The teacher should encourage students to continue practicing verb tenses outside the classroom and seek additional help if needed.

Conclusion (5 - 10 minutes)

1. Lesson Summary (2 - 3 minutes): The teacher should start the Conclusion of the lesson by giving a brief summary of the main points discussed and learned during the lesson. This may include a review of the different verb tenses in English, the importance of using them correctly in communication, and the practice carried out during the group activities. The teacher can use this moment to clarify any remaining doubts and ensure that the concepts were understood by the students.

2. Theory-Practice Connection (2 - 3 minutes): Next, the teacher should highlight how the lesson connected the theory of verb tenses with practice. The teacher can explain how the group activities allowed students to apply theoretical concepts in a practical and meaningful way. This will help reinforce learning and motivate students to continue practicing outside the classroom.

3. Extra Materials (1 - 2 minutes): The teacher can then suggest some extra materials for students who wish to deepen their understanding of verb tenses. This may include English learning websites, textbooks, online exercises, and educational videos. The teacher should emphasize that regular practice is key to mastering verb tenses and that these resources can be helpful for independent study.

4. Everyday Application (1 - 2 minutes): Finally, the teacher should emphasize the importance of verb tenses in everyday life. The teacher can give examples of how verb tenses are used in everyday communication, including in emails, text messages, conversations with native English speakers, and reading English texts. This will help students see the relevance of what they have learned and motivate them to use verb tenses in their own English communications.

This Conclusion provides students with an overview of what was learned, a connection between theory and practice, suggestions for future studies, and a clear understanding of the application of verb tenses in everyday life.