This lesson uses The Three Little Pigs to practice Past Simple and build vocabulary. Students explore key words, identify verbs in Past Simple while reading, and complete creative or retelling activities. The lesson concludes with a discussion of the story's moral and a brief reflection.

Past Simple Reading: Three little pigs

Level: Advanced

Time: 60 minutes

Lesson Objectives:

Understand the main ideas of history and culture and how they are connected.
Explore important historical events and cultural aspects in different countries.
Develop critical thinking skills through discussion and analysis.
Resources:

Audio or video materials about key historical events.
Informational materials for group work (these can be prepared in advance or provided through online resources).
Extra Discussion Questions:

How do historical events shape cultural identity?
Why is it important to remember cultural and historical events?

History and culture

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