Class: Senior Secondary School 1 (SS1, SS 1, SSS1, SSS 1)
Term: 1st Term
Week: 10
Age: 15 years
Duration: 45 minutes
Subject: French Language
Curriculum Theme: French Language
Previous Lesson: Indiquer Le Chemin: Prepositions and City Map Practice.
Topic: Révision : Demander et Indiquer le Chemin
Subject Matter: Revision of asking for directions, revision of giving directions, role play conversations using direction vocabulary, listening practice with audio questions.

Specific Objectives

By the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:

Cognitive Domain:

Recall and state common French phrases for asking for directions.
Recall and state common French phrases for giving directions.
Identify and understand key vocabulary related to directions in French.
Answer comprehension questions based on audio recordings about directions.

Affective Domain:

Participate actively in class discussions and role-play activities.
Show appreciation for the importance of giving and receiving directions in daily life.
Develop confidence in using French for practical communication.

Psychomotor Domain:

Pronounce French direction vocabulary and phrases correctly.
Perform short role-play conversations asking for and giving directions.
Write down answers to listening comprehension questions accurately.

Collaborate with peers during role-play activities.
Assist other pupils in understanding and practicing direction phrases.
Engage in polite exchanges in French when asking for or giving directions.

Reference Materials

The following resources were used in planning this lesson:

9 Years Basic Education Curriculum for French Language.
State Unified Scheme of Work for French Language, SSS 1.
Le Nouveau Taxi ! 1 (Manuel de l’élève et Cahier d’exercices).
Cassettes audio et CDs pour l’apprentissage du français.

Instructional Materials

The teacher will teach this lesson with the aid of:

Audio cassettes or CDs with listening exercises.
CD player or audio device.
Whiteboard or chalkboard.
Markers or chalk.
Pictures or maps showing different places and routes.
Flashcards with direction vocabulary.

Rationale for the Lesson

This lesson helps pupils to consolidate their understanding of how to ask for and give directions in French. This skill is important for practical communication, enabling them to navigate and assist others in French-speaking environments.

Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge

Pupils have been introduced to basic French greetings, common places, and some vocabulary related to locations and movement in previous lessons.

Lesson Content/Board Summary

Révision : Demander et Indiquer le Chemin

I. Rappel des Expressions pour Demander le Chemin

Asking for directions is a common communication skill. It requires specific phrases to be polite and clear.

The following are common expressions for asking for directions:

Pardon, Monsieur/Madame, pour aller à la gare, s’il vous plaît ? (Excuse me, Sir/Madam, to go to the station, please?)
Comment puis-je aller à…? (How can I go to…?)
Où se trouve…? (Where is…?)
Est-ce que c’est loin d’ici ? (Is it far from here?)

II. Rappel des Expressions pour Indiquer le Chemin

Giving directions involves using specific verbs and prepositions to guide someone clearly.

The following are common expressions for giving directions:

Allez tout droit. (Go straight ahead.)
Tournez à droite. (Turn right.)
Tournez à gauche. (Turn left.)
Continuez jusqu’au carrefour. (Continue until the crossroads.)
Traversez la rue. (Cross the street.)
C’est en face de… (It’s opposite…)
C’est à côté de… (It’s next to…)
C’est derrière… (It’s behind…)
C’est devant… (It’s in front of…)

III. Vocabulaire Utile

Understanding key vocabulary helps in both asking for and giving directions effectively.

The following are useful vocabulary terms related to directions:

la rue – street
l’avenue – avenue
le carrefour – crossroads/intersection
le feu rouge – traffic light
le rond-point – roundabout
la place – square
à droite – to the right
à gauche – to the left
tout droit – straight ahead
loin – far
près – near
en face de – opposite
à côté de – next to

IV. Pratique Orale et Écoute

Role plays and listening comprehension exercises enhance practical application and understanding of direction phrases in real-life contexts.

Teaching Methods/Instructional Techniques

Discussion, Lecture, Demonstration, Question and Answer, Visual Aids

Instructional Procedures

Step 1: Introduction

Time: 5 minutes
Teaching Skill: Set Induction
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher greets the pupils and reviews the previous lesson briefly. The teacher then introduces the topic for the day, which is a revision of asking for and giving directions in French, and states the objectives.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils respond to greetings, recall previous lesson points, and listen attentively to the teacher’s introduction.
Learning Point: Pupils are prepared for the day’s lesson and aware of the learning goals.

Step 2: Revision of Asking for Directions

Time: 10 minutes
Teaching Skill: Explanation/Recall
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher writes key phrases for asking for directions on the board (e.g., “Pour aller à…?”, “Où se trouve…?”). The teacher pronounces them clearly and asks pupils to repeat, ensuring correct pronunciation and understanding of meaning. The teacher provides simple scenarios for practice.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils repeat the phrases after the teacher, practice pronunciation, and answer simple questions about asking for directions.
Learning Point: Pupils recall and practice phrases used to ask for directions in French.

Step 3: Revision of Giving Directions

Time: 10 minutes
Teaching Skill: Explanation/Demonstration
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher writes key phrases and prepositions for giving directions on the board (e.g., “Allez tout droit,” “Tournez à droite/gauche,” “C’est en face de…”). The teacher demonstrates with gestures or a simple map. Pupils are asked to repeat and practice giving directions to imaginary places.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils repeat the phrases, observe the demonstrations, and practice giving simple directions using the learned vocabulary.
Learning Point: Pupils recall and practice phrases used to give directions in French.

Step 4: Vocabulary Reinforcement

Time: 5 minutes
Teaching Skill: Vocabulary building
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher uses flashcards or writes key vocabulary words related to directions (e.g., rue, carrefour, feu rouge, loin, près) on the board. The teacher explains their meanings and uses them in example sentences. Pupils are encouraged to ask questions.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils identify and learn new or revised vocabulary, ask questions for clarification, and note down the words.
Learning Point: Pupils expand their vocabulary for discussing directions in French.

Step 5: Role Play Activity

Time: 10 minutes
Teaching Skill: Group Work/Application
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher divides pupils into pairs or small groups. Each group is given a scenario where one pupil asks for directions to a specific place (e.g., the market, the post office) and the other pupil gives the directions using the phrases and vocabulary learned. The teacher monitors and provides assistance.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils engage in role-play conversations, practicing asking for and giving directions in French. They apply the learned phrases in a practical context.
Learning Point: Pupils apply their knowledge of direction phrases in a conversational setting.

Step 6: Listening Comprehension

Time: 10 minutes
Teaching Skill: Listening/Assessment
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher plays an audio recording of someone asking for and/or giving directions. After the first listen, the teacher asks general comprehension questions. The teacher plays the audio again, and pupils are asked to answer specific questions about the directions given or the destination mentioned.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils listen to the audio recording, identify key information, and answer comprehension questions orally or in writing.
Learning Point: Pupils develop their listening skills and comprehension of spoken French directions.

Step 7: Evaluation/Review

Time: 5 minutes

Teaching Skill: Questioning/Assessment

Teacher’s Activity: The teacher evaluates the learning by asking the following questions:

Mention two phrases you can use to ask for directions in French.
State three phrases you can use to give directions in French.
What is the French word for ‘straight ahead’?
Explain the meaning of “Tournez à gauche”.

Pupils’ Activity: Pupils answer orally and in writing.

Learning Point: Pupils demonstrate understanding of the lesson.

Step 8: Conclusion

Time: 2 minutes
Teaching Skill: Summarization
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher briefly summarizes the key points of the lesson, emphasizing the importance of accurate use of direction phrases. The teacher assigns homework, such as writing a short dialogue asking for and giving directions to a local landmark.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils listen to the summary and note down the homework assignment.
Learning Point: Pupils consolidate their learning and are given an opportunity for further practice.

Lesson Keywords

Chemin – Path/Way
Demander – To ask
Indiquer – To indicate/To show
Tout droit – Straight ahead
À droite – To the right
À gauche – To the left
Carrefour – Crossroads/Intersection
Rue – Street

Differentiation

For pupils who grasp the concepts quickly, the teacher can provide more complex scenarios for role-play or ask them to create a short map and give directions based on it. For pupils who need more support, the teacher can provide simplified phrases, additional repetition, or pair them with stronger pupils for peer tutoring during activities.

Note for teachers using this lesson plan

Ensure that the audio materials are clear and audible for all pupils. Encourage active participation from all learners, especially during role-play activities, to build confidence in speaking French. Visual aids like maps or diagrams can greatly enhance understanding of directions.