Reading Plan: Thomas Edison & Hard Work PDF

Human knowledge develops with scientists' hard work. Many great men and women try hard to find facts, solve problems and invent things.  Some of these scientists did not have easy lives. But they tried hard when they were working on problems. They never felt weak when they were studying. They never...

Human knowledge develops with scientists' hard work. Many great men and women try hard to find facts, solve problems and invent things.  Some of these scientists did not have easy lives. But they tried hard when they were working on problems. They never felt weak when they were studying. They never gave up when they were doing research. There are great stories about scientists and their lives. One such a story is about Thomas Edison. As a young boy, Edison was very interested in science. He was very energetic and always asked questions. Sadly, young Edison lost his hearing at the age of 12. He did not attend school and learned science by reading books in the library himself. When he grew up, he worked in different places, but he never lost his interest in making things. Edison was famous for doing thousands of experiments to find answers to problems. He said, "I never quit until I get what I'm after". Edison had more than 1,000 inventions and was very successful at the end of his life. Many great names had stories like this. But the key to their success is their hard work and belief in themselves. If you want to get what you want, work hard and never give up. \# Lesson Plan: Reading about Scientists \#\# Grade Level A1 (Beginner English Learners) \#\# Topic Reading: The Life of Thomas Edison and the Importance of Hard Work \#\# Objectives \- Students will be able to understand and discuss the reading about Thomas Edison. \- Students will identify key vocabulary related to scientists and inventions. \- Students will develop reading comprehension skills through guided questions. \#\# Materials \- Printed copies of the reading passage: \"The Life of Thomas Edison\" \- Vocabulary flashcards \- Whiteboard and markers \- Comprehension questions handout \#\# Duration 60 minutes \#\# Lesson Outline \#\#\# 1. Warm-up (10 minutes) \- Begin with a brief discussion about scientists. Ask students: \- \"What is a scientist?\" \- \"Can you name any scientists?\" \- Write students\' responses on the whiteboard. \- Introduce the topic of the lesson: \"Today we will read about a famous scientist, Thomas Edison.\" \#\#\# 2. Vocabulary Introduction (10 minutes) \- Introduce key vocabulary from the passage: \- scientist \- invention \- experiment \- success \- hard work \- Use flashcards to show pictures and definitions. \- Engage students in a short matching game where they match words with their meanings. \#\#\# 3. Reading Activity (20 minutes) \- Distribute printed copies of the passage: \"The Life of Thomas Edison.\" \- Read the passage aloud as a class, encouraging students to follow along. \- After reading, ask students to read the passage quietly to themselves. \- Clarify any difficult words or phrases. \#\#\# 4. Comprehension Questions (15 minutes) \- Hand out the comprehension questions based on the passage: 1\. Who is the story about? 2\. What did Edison lose at the age of 12? 3\. How did Edison learn about science? 4\. How many inventions did Edison have? 5\. What is the key to success according to the passage? \- Allow students to work in pairs to discuss and answer the questions. \- Go over the answers as a class, encouraging discussion. \#\#\# 5. Conclusion and Reflection (5 minutes) \- Summarize the lesson by highlighting the importance of hard work and perseverance. \- Ask students to share one thing they learned about Thomas Edison or what they can apply to their own lives. \- Encourage them to think about goals they want to achieve and the importance of not giving up. \#\# Assessment \- Participation in discussions and activities. \- Completion of comprehension questions. \- Vocabulary matching game performance. \#\# Homework \- Write a short paragraph (3-5 sentences) about a scientist they admire and why, using at least two vocabulary words from the lesson. \-\-- By following this lesson plan, students will gain a better understanding of reading in English, as well as inspiration from the life of Thomas Edison and the value of hard work. \`\`\`markdown \# Lesson Plan: Reading - The Story of Thomas Edison \*\*Grade Level:\*\* A1 \*\*Topic:\*\* Reading \*\*Duration:\*\* 60 minutes \*\*Objective:\*\* Students will read and understand a short passage about Thomas Edison, focusing on vocabulary, comprehension, and discussing the importance of hard work. \-\-- \#\# Materials Needed \- Printed copies of the reading passage \- Whiteboard and markers \- Vocabulary flashcards \- Comprehension questions handout \-\-- \#\# Lesson Outline \#\#\# 1. Warm-Up (10 minutes) \- \*\*Activity:\*\* \- Engage students with a brief discussion on scientists. \- Ask questions such as: \- \"Who is your favorite scientist?\" \- \"What inventions do you know?\" \- \*\*Objective:\*\* Activate prior knowledge and set the context for the reading. \#\#\# 2. Vocabulary Introduction (15 minutes) \- \*\*Key Vocabulary:\*\* \- Scientist \- Invention \- Experiment \- Research \- Hearing \- Success \- \*\*Activity:\*\* \- Introduce vocabulary using flashcards. \- Have students repeat after you and provide simple definitions or examples. \#\#\# 3. Reading Activity (15 minutes) \- \*\*Activity:\*\* \- Distribute printed copies of the passage about Thomas Edison. \- Read the passage aloud as a class. \- Then, have students read the passage silently. \- \*\*Objective:\*\* Improve reading fluency and comprehension. \#\#\# 4. Comprehension Check (10 minutes) \- \*\*Activity:\*\* \- Hand out comprehension questions related to the passage. Example questions: 1\. What did Edison lose at the age of 12? 2\. How did Edison learn science? 3\. What did Edison say about not quitting? \- \*\*Objective:\*\* Assess understanding of the reading material. \#\#\# 5. Discussion (10 minutes) \- \*\*Activity:\*\* \- Discuss answers to comprehension questions as a class. \- Encourage students to share their thoughts on hard work and persistence in their lives. \- \*\*Objective:\*\* Foster speaking skills and reinforce the lesson's message about hard work. \#\#\# 6. Closing (5 minutes) \- \*\*Wrap-Up:\*\* \- Summarize the key points of the lesson. \- Reinforce the idea that hard work and belief in oneself lead to success, just like Thomas Edison. \-\-- \#\# Assessment \- Monitor participation during discussions and vocabulary activities. \- Evaluate comprehension through the answers to questions. \-\-- \#\# Homework (Optional) \- Write 3-5 sentences about a scientist you admire and how they worked hard to achieve their goals. \`\`\` \# Lesson Plan: Reading About Scientists (A1 Level) \#\# Lesson Overview This lesson aims to develop reading skills by introducing students to a passage about scientists and their contributions, focusing on Thomas Edison. Students will learn key vocabulary, practice reading comprehension, and engage in discussions about perseverance and hard work. \#\#\# Objectives \- Improve reading comprehension skills at A1 level. \- Understand the importance of persistence and hard work in achieving goals. \- Familiarize students with vocabulary related to science and invention. \#\#\# Materials \- Printed copies of the reading passage. \- Whiteboard and markers. \- Vocabulary flashcards. \- Comprehension questions handout. \- Audio recording of the passage (optional). \#\#\# Lesson Duration 60 minutes \#\# Procedure \#\#\# Introduction (10 minutes) 1\. \*\*Warm-up Activity\*\*: \- Ask students if they know any famous scientists. \- Write their names on the whiteboard and discuss what they are famous for. 2\. \*\*Introduce the Topic\*\*: \- Explain that today\'s lesson will focus on the hard work of scientists, particularly Thomas Edison. \#\#\# Reading Activity (20 minutes) 1\. \*\*Pre-reading Vocabulary\*\*: \- Introduce key vocabulary from the passage (e.g., experiment, invention, research, succeed). \- Use flashcards with images to explain each word. 2\. \*\*Reading the Passage\*\*: \- Distribute printed copies of the reading passage. \- Read the passage aloud as a class (or use the audio recording). \- Ask students to follow along. 3\. \*\*Individual Reading\*\*: \- Allow students 5 minutes to read the passage silently. \#\#\# Comprehension Check (15 minutes) 1\. \*\*Discussion Questions\*\*: \- Ask the following questions to check understanding: \- Who is the main scientist discussed in the passage? \- What did Edison do when he was a boy? \- How many inventions did Edison have? \- What is the key to success according to the passage? 2\. \*\*Group Activity\*\*: \- Divide students into small groups and have them discuss their answers. \#\#\# Reflection and Application (10 minutes) 1\. \*\*Personal Reflection\*\*: \- Instruct students to think about a time they worked hard to achieve something. \- Ask them to share their stories with a partner. 2\. \*\*Closing Discussion\*\*: \- Facilitate a brief class discussion on the importance of not giving up and believing in oneself. \#\#\# Homework (if applicable) \- Write a short paragraph (4-5 sentences) about a scientist they admire and why. \#\# Assessment \- Assess student participation in discussions and group activities. \- Review their comprehension answers and the homework paragraph for understanding and use of vocabulary. \#\# Adaptations \- For students who may struggle with reading, provide additional support through guided reading or paired reading with a partner. \- For advanced A1 students, encourage them to make a poster about another scientist, highlighting their inventions and achievements. \-\-- \#\#\# Notes \- This lesson can be modified based on student needs and class dynamics. \- Ensure that all materials are accessible for all students.