ESL Lesson Plan: Public Courtesy
Objectives
- Understand the concept of public courtesy.
- Learn and use key vocabulary related to public courtesy.
- Practice speaking and writing in context.
Warm-up (5 min)
- Begin with a brief discussion on what courtesy means.
- Ask students to share examples of polite behavior in public places (e.g., saying “please” and “thank you”).
- Write a few examples on the board.
Reading (10 min)
Public Courtesy in Everyday Life
Public courtesy is important in our daily lives. It helps us live together peacefully. Here are some ways to show courtesy in public places.
First, when you are in a store, always wait your turn in line. It can be frustrating to wait, but being patient is kind. When you reach the cashier, say “thank you” and smile. This makes the cashier feel good.
Second, on public transportation, it is polite to offer your seat to older people or pregnant women. If someone is standing and looks tired, ask them if they want your seat. This small action shows that you care about others.
Third, when you are walking in a busy area, keep to the side of the path. This allows others to pass easily. If you bump into someone, say “excuse me” to apologize.
Lastly, be respectful when you talk. Use a soft voice in quiet places, like libraries or restaurants. Speaking loudly can disturb others.
By practicing these simple actions, we can all make public places more pleasant for everyone. Remember, a little courtesy goes a long way!
Vocabulary
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Courtesy | Polite behavior that shows respect for others. |
| Patient | Able to wait without getting angry or upset. |
| Offer | To give something to someone, like a seat. |
| Respectful | Showing care and consideration for others. |
| Apologize | To say sorry for a mistake or for bothering someone. |
Dialogue / Role-play
- Pair students and ask them to role-play a scenario in a public place, such as a store or a bus.
- One student will act as the customer and the other as a cashier or passenger.
- Encourage them to use the vocabulary terms during their conversation.
Practice Exercises
Fill in the blanks
1. It is important to show __________ when you are in a public place.
2. You need to be __________ when waiting in line.
3. If someone is standing, you can __________ your seat.
4. Always be __________ to people around you.
5. If you bump into someone, you should __________ to them.
6. A little __________ can make a big difference.
7. Being __________ helps everyone feel comfortable.
8. You can __________ your seat to someone who needs it.
9. It is __________ to have a good attitude in public.
10. Saying “thank you” is a nice way to show __________.
Match the terms with definitions
A. Courtesy
B. Patient
C. Offer
D. Respectful
E. Apologize
1. To say sorry for a mistake or for bothering someone.
2. Polite behavior that shows respect for others.
3. Able to wait without getting angry or upset.
4. Showing care and consideration for others.
5. To give something to someone, like a seat.
Create sentences
1. Write a sentence using the word “courtesy.”
2. Write a sentence using the word “patient.”
3. Write a sentence using the word “offer.”
4. Write a sentence using the word “respectful.”
5. Write a sentence using the word “apologize.”
Wrap-up & Homework
- Review the vocabulary words and their meanings.
- For homework, students should observe public places and write down three examples of courtesy they see.
Answer Key
Fill in the blanks
1 -> Courtesy
2 -> Patient
3 -> Offer
4 -> Respectful
5 -> Apologize
6 -> Courtesy
7 -> Patient
8 -> Offer
9 -> Respectful
10 -> Courtesy
Match the terms with definitions
A -> 2
B -> 3
C -> 5
D -> 4
E -> 1
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