What does your handwriting say about you?

A2 (Pre-Intermediate) B1 (Intermediate) Vocabulary Teens

This lesson explores the concept of handwriting analysis (graphology) and its potential to reveal personality traits.

It combines reading, vocabulary building, listening, and speaking activities.

The lesson uses visuals and a video component to engage students.

Lesson Content and Objectives:

  • Introduction to Graphology: Students are introduced to the idea that handwriting characteristics (size, spacing, slant, etc.) can be linked to personality traits.

  • Vocabulary Development: Students learn vocabulary related to personality and handwriting analysis (e.g., outgoing, meticulous, introspective, ambitious).

  • Reading Comprehension: Students read texts that explain the connection between specific handwriting features and personality attributes.

  • Listening Comprehension: Students listen to audio (from the video) and complete exercises based on the information presented.

  • Speaking Practice: The "Let's Talk" section encourages discussion and personal reflection on handwriting and personality.

  • Analysis: Students analyze handwriting samples and try to deduce personality traits.

Skills Developed:

    • Vocabulary: Expanding vocabulary related to personality and description.
    • Reading: Improving reading comprehension skills through texts about handwriting analysis.
      • Listening: Developing listening skills by understanding spoken information in the audio/video.
        • Speaking: Enhancing speaking skills through discussion and expressing personal opinions.
          • Critical Thinking: Analyzing information and forming opinions on the validity of handwriting analysis.
            • Analytical Skills: Students practice analyzing handwriting samples to infer personality traits.
              • Self-Reflection: The lesson encourages students to think about their own handwriting and personality.

              April 19, 2025