1 - Introduction
Imagine ordering eins ice cream or saying you've got zwei friends in German – numbers are everywhere, and today you're going to master them up to ten!
In this lesson, you'll dive into German numbers and have fun while learning.
- Explore a reference guide to hear and see the German words for numbers 1 to 10.
- Practise flipping flashcards to match English numbers with their German versions.
- Pick up tips to help you remember the words.
- Label pictures using the numbers you've learned.
- Play an exciting bingo game to test your listening skills.
- Search for hidden words in a wordsearch puzzle.
- Discuss how you can use German numbers in real life.
By the end of this lesson
You will confidently recognise, say, and spell the German numbers from one to ten, ready to use them in games, conversations, and everyday situations.
2 - Reference Guide Ready
This word table presents each term clearly alongside its English translation, allowing you to listen to the pronunciation whenever you need.
Take a moment to browse through the table, clicking on the German words to hear how they're spoken. It's a handy tool to reinforce what you've learned and ensure you're comfortable with the sounds before moving forward.
How to Use This Activity:
Option 1: Students on Devices
- Students complete the Word Table activity on their own laptop or tablet.
- A vocabulary reference table with pronunciation. Students can click to hear words spoken.
- Walk around the room to monitor progress and assist students who need help.
Option 2: Teacher-Led (Whiteboard/Projector)
- Display the activity on your interactive whiteboard or projector.
- Go through the table together, practising pronunciation as a class. Have students repeat after the audio.
- Invite students up to interact with the board, or have them call out answers from their desks.
3 - Flip and Master Numbers
Now that you've got the reference guide at your fingertips, it's time to put those German number words into action with interactive flashcards. Each card starts with an English number, and when you flip it, you'll see the German translation and hear it pronounced clearly through text-to-speech.
This activity lets you drill the vocabulary at your own speed, building confidence as you match and memorise. Ready to flip your way to fluency?
How to Use This Activity:
Option 1: Students on Devices
- Students complete the Flashcards activity on their own laptop or tablet.
- Great for self-paced vocabulary drilling. Students can flip cards and repeat until confident.
- Walk around the room to monitor progress and assist students who need help.
Option 2: Teacher-Led (Whiteboard/Projector)
- Display the activity on your interactive whiteboard or projector.
- Click to flip cards and have the class say the word together. Use choral repetition for pronunciation practice.
- Invite students up to interact with the board, or have them call out answers from their desks.
4 - Tips
💡 Handy Tips
- Listen and repeat each number from the reference guide several times to perfect your pronunciation.
- Hold up fingers to match the numbers, like one finger for eins and two for zwei .
- Practice tricky pairs like sechs and zehn by saying them in short sentences.
- Count objects around your classroom in German to help the words stick in your memory.
5 - Bingo Showdown
Now that you've got a handle on those German numbers, it's time to put them to the test in a fun, interactive bingo game. You'll get your own bingo card filled with the numbers you've learned, while your teacher calls out the words in German—mark them off as you hear them and see if you can complete a line or full house first.
This classic game will sharpen your listening skills and vocabulary recall in an exciting way, making sure those German terms stick with you. Ready to compete and win?
How to Play Bingo:
Option 1: Students on Devices (Digital Version)
- Use the digital version where your teacher view of the lesson displays the cards that are being called out.
- Play the pronunciation sound of each word and the children mark it off their unique digital bingo card.
- Each student has a randomised bingo card so winners will vary!
Option 2: Print Out the Bingo Cards
- Print out the Bingo Cards from the attachment above, cut out the cards, and give one to each student.
- You call out the vocabulary words and students mark off their sheets.
- First student to complete a line (horizontal, vertical, or diagonal) calls "Bingo!" and wins.
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