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.
Sing commercials & restaurant jingles; chant "Cobbler, Cobbler"
Objective: Students will recognize services which they regularly enjoy or use.
Activity: Students brainstorm restaurant commercials they hear on TV and sing their jingles. Chant the following: Cobbler, cobbler, mend my shoe give it one stitch, give it two, Give it three, give it four, And if it needs it, give it more. Cobbler, cobbler, mend my shoe, get it done by half past two, Stitch it up and stitch it down, then I'll pay you half a crown.
Assessment: Enjoyment and participation in the jingles and chant.