Henry & Lucy Teacher's Guide - Book - Page 33
Beginning the Year
BECOMING FAMILIAR WITH THE CLASS
The first lesson of the year should be devoted to becoming familiar with pupils in the class and
setting classroom procedures. Introduce yourself to pupils. Have pupils introduce themselves and
place either name tags on their shirts or a place card with their name on the table. The earlier you
learn their names, the easier it will be for you to practice classroom management.
We recommend that pupils sit in pairs or in small groups of four to six. Try to ensure that the
pairs and groups are of mixed ability, and not homogeneous. Explain to pupils that these seating
arrangements may change during the year.
Ensure that all pupils have notebooks and writing implements. Explain that these are their “tools”
and that they are required to bring them for every English lesson. Write the day of the week and
the date on the board and have pupils copy it into their notebooks. Try to speak as much English
as possible, only translating a few words if necessary; pupils should get used to hearing English
in the classroom, where it is used in authentic situations.
It is advisable to use this lesson to review songs and chants that they have learned previously.
Keep in mind that pupils may not have been exposed to English during the summer break, and
that they need review and reinforcement to reach the new level of the language course.
INTRODUCING PUPILS BOOK
Write the name of the book on the board and read it aloud. Ask pupils what they think the book is
about. Elicit that it is about the special adventures of two kids: Henry and Lucy. Encourage pupils
to browse through the book and say what places they can identify.
Have pupils open the book to The World Map of Adventures on pages 10-11. Explain that each
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