Mother’s Day Lesson: History and Follow-up Activities
Mother’s Day is celebrated on the 2nd Sunday of May. In this lesson, students will have the opportunity to expand their vocabulary on the topic and learn about the history of this holiday. Besides this, there will be different moments for discussion, allowing students to engage in spontaneous conversations.
This Mother’s Day lesson can be carried out on online lessons as well as on face-to-face ones. In the latter, teachers need to mirror the activity upon a screen that may be a laptop, TV, or a whiteboard. Similarly, on online lessons, the activity will be mirrored and shared with learners. Additionally, students will be able to colaborate and interact with it. Some of the stages of the lesson can be performed in teams, such as the Tic Tac Toe lessons, but most of them should be done individually. To do so, teachers should share the link of the jamboard file with their students.
This Mother’s Day lesson is well-suited for teenagers and young adults ranging from A2 – B1 levels. The recommended slot of time would be about 45 minutes.
Follow-up Activities:
- Writing activity: Ask students to write a short essay or reflection piece on what they learned about the history of Mother’s Day and why they think it’s important to celebrate this holiday.
- Vocabulary review: Review key vocabulary from the Mother’s Day lesson and ask students to use the words in context in a new sentence or paragraph.
- Discussion: Have a class discussion about the Mother’s Day lesson and ask students to share their thoughts on the history of Mother’s Day, as well as their own experiences and traditions related to the holiday.
- Creative project: Ask students to create a poster or presentation that highlights the history of Mother’s Day and includes images, key facts, and their own commentary.
- Cross-cultural comparison: Compare how Mother’s Day is celebrated in different countries and cultures. Ask students to research and present on how the holiday is celebrated in their own country and compare it to other cultures.
These follow-up activities can help reinforce the key concepts and ideas covered in the Mother’s Day lesson, as well as encourage students to reflect on the importance of the holiday and its meaning in their own lives.
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