As this is my first lesson with this class, I will begin by introducing myself and give the students a chance to ask me a few questions. Then I will ask them about the article they read to create a context for the grammar task.

Sts Fill in the blanks on the sheet with the correct verb from the article. The first time sts do it without looking at the article trying to remember. Then, sts check their answers in the article. Followed by WC check.

Work in 2 teams each st take a card a write the verb and its past tense form on the board. Take turns, the first team to finish wins. Check the answers as a WC. Give sts time to write the words.

I will write on the board the form of positive, negative and Y/N questions for the past simple as tables, I will get the students to come up with some ideas for what can be put in each box.

Sts work in pairs or small groups. ask questions about your partners weekend. "did you go to the cinema?" "yes I did" "no, I didn't" find three things they did. followed by WC check. then if there is enough time I will do a wc feedback of errors made in the activity