Open lesson "A biography"

Unit 1: Science and scientific phenomenon

lesson 22

Teacher name:

Zhumadilova Merey

Date:

20/10/2026

Grade: 6 G

Number present:

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Lesson title

A biography

Learning objectives

6. 4. 6. 1 determine the author's opinion or point of view in short texts on most general and educational topics

6. 5. 3. 1 write about personal feelings and opinions on some familiar general and academic topics with the support of the teacher;

Lesson objectives

By the end of the lesson, learners will be able to:

• understand the main idea and specific information in a short biography;

• identify and use vocabulary related to heroes, helping others and achievements;

• recognize and use the Present Simple Passive and Past Simple Passive;

• transform sentences from Active Voice into Passive Voice;

• express their ideas about heroes and people who help others.

Value links

Family – Family values are moral and ethical principles of typical family life, including sacrificing for loved ones, putting your loved ones first, and keeping your loved ones at the centre of your thoughts and actions.

Plan

Lesson stage / Time

Teacher’s activities

Students’ activities

Assessment

Resources

1. Organization — 3 min

Greets the learners: “Good morning, everyone! How are you today?” Checks attendance and classroom readiness. Introduces the lesson topic: “Today we are going to learn about heroes and biographies.”

Greet the teacher, answer the questions and prepare for the lesson.

Verbal praise: “Well done!”, “Good job!”

Board, presentation

2. Warm-up — 4 min

Asks: “Who is a hero?”, “Can an ordinary person be a hero?”, “How can we help other people?” Encourages learners to share their ideas.

Answer the questions and share examples of people who help others.

Oral feedback and encouragement.

Pictures of heroes

3. Vocabulary — 5 min

Introduces the words: biography, hero, brave, help, save, protect, award, achievement, volunteer, education. Pronounces the words and asks learners to repeat them and make simple sentences.

Repeat and write the new words. Match words with meanings and make simple sentences.

Correct pronunciation and appropriate use of vocabulary.

Flashcards, board, presentation

4. Reading — 8 min

Gives learners the text about Malala Yousafzai. Reads the text aloud or asks learners to read in turns. Explains unfamiliar words. Gives comprehension questions and a True/False task.

Read the text, find specific information, answer questions and complete the True/False task.

Check answers together; provide oral feedback.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ELFFWxax...

5. Grammar: Passive Voice — 7 min

Explains the grammar rules: Present Simple Passive — am/is/are + V3; Past Simple Passive — was/were + V3. Gives examples: “English is spoken in many countries.” “The prize was given to the hero.”

Listen, take notes, identify the passive forms and answer the teacher’s questions.

Oral questioning and correction of mistakes.

Grammar chart, board https://learnenglishteens.britishcouncil.org/skills/reading?utm_source=chatgpt.com

6. Group Work — 6 min

Divides learners into groups and distributes task cards. Asks them to transform sentences into Passive Voice and choose the correct forms. Monitors group work and provides support.

Work collaboratively, discuss answers, write sentences and present their results.

Peer assessment and teacher feedback.

Task cards

Chat gpt 4

7. Individual Work — 7 min

Distributes individual worksheets. Explains that learners must complete the tasks independently. Reminds them to check the form of to be and the past participle (V3).

Choose the correct forms and transform sentences from Active Voice into Passive Voice independently.

Individual assessment: 6 points.

Individual worksheets

8. Reflection and Homework — 5 min

Conducts the “Heart to Heart” reflection. Asks learners to complete the sentences: “Today I learned…”, “Now I can…”, “I need help with…”. Explains the homework.

Ex 5 p 26

Reflect on their learning, share their opinions and write down the homework.

Self-assessment and oral feedback.

Heart-shaped cards, di