Reading and Speaking - The Lion and the Saint worksheet

This resource fosters critical thinking in students by engaging them in thought-provoking questions about kindness, compassion, and animal behavior. Through activities like analyzing traits of a good friend, playing Taboo, and discussing the actions of Saint Gerasim and the lion, students are encouraged to think deeply and reflect on moral values. This resource fosters empathy in students by immersing them in a heartwarming story of Saint Gerasim and the lion, highlighting acts of kindness, compassion, and understanding between humans and animals. Through engaging questions and activities, students are encouraged to empathize with the characters, reflect on their emotions, and consider the importance of empathy in their own lives. This resource fosters cross-cultural communication skills by introducing students to a story about Saint Gerasim from Asia Minor (now Turkey) and his interactions with a lion. Through discussions on kindness, compassion, and animal behavior, students are encouraged to explore different cultural perspectives and values, promoting understanding and empathy across cultures. worksheet summary Lesson Plan: The Lion and the Saint Lesson Overview • Level: B1 • Duration: 60 minutes • Materials: Worksheet provided Objectives • By the end of the lesson, students will have a deeper understanding of the life of Saint Gerasim through the story of Saint Gerasim and the Lion. Through this exploration, students will not only enhance their language skills but also be enriched in the Orthodox Way, strengthening their faith and spiritual journey with God. • Students will practice speaking and reading skills. • Students will expand their vocabulary related to the story. • Students will discuss themes of kindness, gratitude, and responsibility. Lesson Plan Warm-Up (10 mins) 1. Discussion: ◦ Discuss the importance of helping others, animal kindness, and understanding human emotions. ◦ Encourage students to share their thoughts and experiences. Speaking 1 (10 mins) 1. Trait Selection: ◦ Students select and explain the three most important traits for a good friend from the given options. ◦ Encourage discussion and justification of choices. Reading (15 mins) 1. Comprehension Questions: ◦ Students read the story of Saint Gerasim and the Lion. ◦ Answer questions related to the story, encouraging critical thinking. Speaking 2 (10 mins) 1. Discussion: ◦ Students discuss Saint Gerasim’s actions of kindness and compassion, lion Jordan’s gratitude, duty, and commitment, trust, and forgiveness. ◦ Encourage critical thinking and empathy in responses. Speaking 3 (5 mins) 1. Taboo Game: ◦ Pair students and have one student explain highlighted words without using specific terms to their partner. ◦ The partner guesses the word based on the description. Closing (5 mins) 1. Reflection: ◦ Ask students to reflect on the lesson, discussing what they learned and any insights gained. ◦ Encourage feedback and discussion on the themes explored.

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