This NUS-aligned (A2) lesson turns a National Geographic Kids video into an active learning experience focused on communication, vocabulary building, and self-reflection.
Skills Focus: Active listening, creative speaking, and vocabulary building.
1. Lesson Objectives
By the end of the lesson, students will be able to:
-Listen: Identify key historical facts and specific details from the video.
-Vocabulary: Understand and use 10 new food- and history-related words.
-Speak: Design and present an original, creative ice cream flavor using basic adjectives.
-Soft Skills: Practice teamwork, critical thinking, and self-assessment.
2. Key NUS Competencies
-Foreign Language Communication: Expressing preferences, describing recipes, and active listening.
-Cultural Awareness: Exploring the international history of a popular treat.
-Lifelong Learning: Using self-assessment strategies to track personal progress.
Answer Keys:
1.True/False
1 False - It has roots in ancient China and Rome; 2. True; 3. True.
2. Fill in
1. one; 2. vanilla; 3. top












