Mastering Spanish Past Tense Introduction
Lesson 1 of 5: Engaging with Past Tense Grade 11 Spanish - IB Language B Duration: 45 minutes
Learning Objectives
Comprehend and use pretérito indefinido and pretérito imperfecto Express personal experiences and memories in Spanish Participate in group discussions about past events Reflect on how past tense shapes narratives and identity
Warm-Up: What Happened Yesterday?
Share one sentence about yesterday Use past tense if possible Listen actively to classmates Build on prior knowledge
Two Types of Spanish Past Tense
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Group Storytelling Circle
Form groups of 4-5 students Use timeline graphic organizer Share a memorable personal experience Practice past tense in Spanish conversation
Reflection Discussion
Why is past tense important for expressing memories? How does storytelling change with different verb tenses? How might Spanish past tense differ from English?
Next Steps & Exit Ticket
Write 2-3 sentences in Spanish using past tense Describe something from today's class Focus on communication, not perfection Looking ahead: Lesson 2 will cover irregular verbs
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