Lesson Plan | Details |
Lesson 1: Introduction to Donna Lewis and the Song |
Time Allocation: 40 minutes Resources Needed: Computer with internet access, projector, speakers, printed lyrics of "I Love You Always Forever" Introduction: (10 minutes) Begin by asking if any students have heard the song "I Love You Always Forever." Introduce Donna Lewis and explain that she is a well-known singer. Development: (20 minutes) Play the song for the class. Discuss when and where it was released (1996, United States), and why it became popular (catchy melody, relatable lyrics). Show a brief video or slideshow about Donna Lewis. Conclusion: (5 minutes) Summarize the key points about Donna Lewis and the song's release. Ask students to share their thoughts on why they think the song was popular. Assessment: (5 minutes) Quick quiz: When was the song released? Who sang it? Why was it popular? Objectives Covered: 1 |
Lesson 2: Exploring Donna Lewis's Contributions |
Time Allocation: 40 minutes Resources Needed: Computer, projector, internet access, printed articles about Donna Lewis Introduction: (10 minutes) Recap the previous lesson briefly. Introduce the main topic: Donna Lewis's contributions to society and culture. Development: (20 minutes) Divide the class into small groups. Assign each group a different aspect of Donna Lewis's career (e.g., her musical style, her influence on other artists, her charity work). Have each group research and present their findings. Conclusion: (5 minutes) Bring the class back together and discuss the key points from each group's presentation. Assessment: (5 minutes) Have students write a short paragraph about how Donna Lewis has influenced the world. Objectives Covered: 2 |
Lesson 3: Learning the Lyrics |
Time Allocation: 40 minutes Resources Needed: Printed lyrics of "I Love You Always Forever", audio recording of the song, projector Introduction: (5 minutes) Briefly discuss the importance of lyrics in a song and how they can convey emotions. Development: (25 minutes) Hand out printed lyrics to students. Play the song and have students follow along with the lyrics. Pause after each verse to discuss the meaning. Practice singing the song together. Conclusion: (5 minutes) Recap what the lyrics mean and how they fit with the music. Assessment: (5 minutes) Have students sing a verse of the song in small groups. Objectives Covered: 3 |
Lesson 4: Timeline of Donna Lewis's Career |
Time Allocation: 40 minutes Resources Needed: Large paper or poster board, markers, printed timeline events, scissors, glue Introduction: (5 minutes) Introduce the concept of a timeline and its importance in understanding historical events. Development: (25 minutes) Hand out printed events from Donna Lewis's career. Have students work in groups to place the events in chronological order on the large paper or poster board. Encourage them to add drawings or decorations to illustrate the events. Conclusion: (5 minutes) Have each group present their timeline to the class. Assessment: (5 minutes) Quick oral quiz on key events in Donna Lewis's career. Objectives Covered: 4 |
Lesson 5: Preparing for the Performance |
Time Allocation: 40 minutes Resources Needed: Lyrics sheets, audio recording of the song, projector Introduction: (5 minutes) Recap the lyrics of the song. Discuss the importance of practice for a good performance. Development: (25 minutes) Break the class into smaller groups. Have each group practice singing the song, paying attention to pronunciation and melody. Offer guidance and feedback. Conclusion: (5 minutes) Bring the class back together and discuss any challenges they faced during practice. Assessment: (5 minutes) Have each group perform a verse of the song for the class. Objectives Covered: 3 |
Lesson 6: Final Performance and Reflection |
Time Allocation: 40 minutes Resources Needed: Audio recording of the song, projector, video camera (optional) Introduction: (5 minutes) Briefly discuss the importance of confidence and stage presence in a performance. Development: (25 minutes) Have the class perform "I Love You Always Forever" together. Record the performance if possible. Watch the recording and discuss what went well and what could be improved. Conclusion: (5 minutes) Reflect on the entire learning process. Ask students to share what they enjoyed and what they learned. Assessment: (5 minutes) Have students write a short reflection on their experience learning and performing the song. Objectives Covered: 3 |