Connect students directly to the concept in a personal way. Capture students' attention by initiating a group problem-solving activity before delivery of instruction. Begin with a situation that is familiar to students and builds on what they already know. Construct a learning experience that allows diverse and personal student responses. Facilitate the work of cooperative teams of students.
Shoe identification race in two groups.
Objective: To develop an awareness of adjectives.
Activity: Divide class into two groups. All students take off their shoes and put them into a "group" pile. Race to see which group can identify their shoes and get them back on without talking.
