The Grove of the Dancing Birches. Determiners: other, another, all, any.

Lesson 5

Teacher’s name:

D.K.Kalzhanova

M.K.Zhumadilova

K.B.Kalieva

G.K.Ormantaeva

K.B.Pusyrmanova

N.M.Kulbarakov

Date:

08.06.2026

Grade: 5-8

Number of people present

Number of people absent

The Theme of the lesson

The Grove of the Dancing Birches. Determiners: other, another, all, any.

Objectives according to the Curriculum

Read and understand a text about The Grove of the Dancing Birches. Use determiners other, another, all, any correctly in speech and writing.

Discuss traditions of Pancake Day.

Develop speaking, reading, listening and collaboration skills.

Objectives of the lesson

All learners will be able to:

recognize the words other, another, all, any in sentences;

identify key information in a text.

Most learners will be able to:

complete sentences using the correct determiner;

answer comprehension questions about the text.

Some learners will be able to:

compare Pancake Day traditions with local traditions;

create a short story using the target grammar.

Evaluation criteria

Identify the main idea of the text.

Use other, another, all, any correctly.

Participate actively in speaking activities.

Express opinions about traditions and celebrations.

Level of thinking skills

Knowledge – Understanding – Application

The stage of the lesson/timing

Actions of the teacher:

Actions of the pupils:

Assessment

Resources

The beginning of the lesson/ 5

min

Greets learners. Shows pictures of unusual trees and pancakes. Asks: “Have you ever seen unusual trees?” “Do you like pancakes?” Introduces lesson objectives.

Answer questions and predict the topic.

Oral praise. Traffic Light Strategy.

Presentation, pictures of birch grove and Pancake Day.

The middle of the lesson – 35 min

Presentation

Reading Introduction

Teacher shows photos of The Grove of the Dancing Birches.

Teacher introduces grammar:

Determiners

• another = one more

  • I'd like another pancake.

• other = different/additional

  • We visited other places after the grove.

• all = every person or thing

  • All students enjoyed the trip.

• any = some (questions/negatives)

  • Did you take any photos?

Reading Activity

Text: The Grove of the Dancing Birches

The Grove of the Dancing Birches is one of the most unusual places in Kazakhstan. The trees have curved trunks and seem to dance. Last weekend our class visited the grove. All students enjoyed the excursion. We took many photos and learned interesting facts about nature. After the walk, we looked for other beautiful places nearby. Some students wanted another visit because the trip was exciting. We did not see any litter because visitors respected nature.

Task 1. Reading Comprehension

Answer the questions:

1. Where did the class go?

2. Why is the grove unusual?

3. Did all students enjoy the trip?

4. What did students learn?

5. Did they see any litter?

Grammar Practice

Task 2. Choose the Correct Word

1. Would you like ______ pancake? (another)

2. We visited ______ attractions after the grove. (other)

3. ______ students participated in the trip. (all)

4. Did you buy ______ souvenirs? (any)

5. Are there ______ questions? (any)

Pancake Day Activity

Speaking Activity: Pancake Day Celebration

Teacher tells learners:

Pancake Day is celebrated before Lent in many countries. People cook pancakes, play games and spend time with family.

Group Task

Each group receives a Pancake Day menu card.

Game: Pancake Quest

Station 1

Complete:

• Would you like ______ pancake?

• Answer: another

Station 2

Choose:

• We visited ______ places after the grove.

• Answer: other

Station 3

Fill in:

• ______ students liked the trip.

• Answer: All

Station 4

Question:

• Did you see ______ animals?

• Answer: any

Students listen, repeat examples, and take notes.

Students make sentences using:

• another

• other

• all

• any

Question-and-answer technique.

Peer assessment using answer key.

Maximum: 4 points

Each correct answer = 1 point.

Grammar chart, PowerPoint.

Worksheets.

The end of the lesson – 5 min

Reflection: Pancake Exit Ticket

Complete:

1. Today I learned __________.

2. I can use __________ correctly.

3. The most interesting fact about the grove was __________.

4. I would like another pancake because __________.

Self-Assessment

I understand and can use the grammar.
I need more practice.
I need help.