Lesson overview:
In this lesson, students learn how English speakers tell the time in more natural, flexible ways. They work with expressions such as just gone ten, 8-ish, half 5, and on the dot, then use them in dialogues, role plays, and personalised speaking tasks.
By the end of the lesson, students will be able to:
- understand common spoken time expressions in context,
- tell the time in both precise and informal ways,
- use natural time language in everyday conversations.
Lead-in:
Start by showing the TikTok video and asking students whether they wear a watch, when they last used an analogue clock, and how they usually check the time. This lead-in feels current and relatable, and it opens the door to a useful discussion about digital habits, everyday routines, and whether reading a clock face still matters.
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