Weather + Past simple (was/were)

A1 (Elementary) Grammar Vocabulary Kids

This lesson is designed to teach English language learners about weather vocabulary and the use of the past simple tense with "was" and "were." 

The materials are visually engaging, using images and simple layouts to aid comprehension. 

The lesson incorporates a variety of activities, including vocabulary building, word puzzles, grammar exercises, and interactive tasks. 

Lesson Content and Objectives:

  • Weather Vocabulary: Students will learn and practice common English words used to describe different weather conditions (e.g. windy, foggy, stormy). 

  • Past Simple with "was" and "were": The core grammar focus is on using the past simple forms of the verb "to be" ("was" and "were") to describe past weather conditions and states of being. 

  • Affirmative, Negative, and Interrogative Forms: Students will learn to form positive sentences, negative sentences (using "wasn't" and "weren't"), and questions using "was" and "were" in the past simple. 

  • Sentence Construction: Activities focus on building correct sentence structure in the past simple tense. 

Skills Developed:

  • Vocabulary: Expanding vocabulary related to weather. 

  • Grammar: Developing a foundational understanding and practical use of the past simple tense with "was" and "were." 

  • Reading: Reading and understanding words and sentences in English. 

  • Writing: Writing words and sentences to describe weather and past events. 

  • Spelling: Improving spelling of weather-related words. 

  • Speaking: The pair work activity encourages speaking practice. 






April 19, 2025