Lesson Plan: Comparative And Superlative

Aim
Students will be able to use comparative and superlative forms to compare and
contrast two or more items .

Objectives
1. Students will be able to identify and explain the difference between comparative and
superlative forms .
2. Students will be able to form comparative and superlative forms correctly .
3. Students will be able to use comparative and superlative forms accurately in
sentences .
4. Students will be able to compare and contrast two or more items using comparative
and superlative forms .

Possible Materials Needed

1. Textbook or educational handouts on comparative and superlative forms
2. Examples of comparative and superlative sentences
3. Comparative and Superlative Vocabulary Sheet
4. Comparative and Superlative Powerpoint Presentation
5. Short video on comparative and superlative forms

Anticipatory Set
1. Begin the lesson by engaging the class in a discussion on the different forms of
comparison . Ask the class if they have ever heard of the words “comparative ” and
“superlative ” before and if they can give examples of each. Ask the class to consider
how the two forms differ and explain that the comparative form is used to compare
two items while the superlative form is used to compare three or more items .
2. Introduce the concept of forming comparative and superlative forms correctly and
explain how to use them in sentences . Provide examples of comparative and
superlative forms and ask the class to identify which form is used . Ask the class to
consider the difference between the two forms and explain how each is used in a
sentence .

3. Lastly, ask the class to consider how comparative and superlative forms can be used
to compare and contrast two or more items . Explain that the forms can be used to
make comparisons between items such as size, weight , temperature , etc . and discuss
how the forms can be used to describe the differences between the items in a
sentence .

Modeled Practice
1. The teacher can provide an example of a comparative form and explain how it can be
used to compare two items . For example , the teacher can talk about how the word
“bigger ” is a comparative form and how it can be used to compare two items in a
sentence such as “The elephant is bigger than the mouse .” The teacher can then ask
the class to provide other examples of comparative forms and explain how they can
be used in sentences .

2. The teacher can provide an example of a superlative form and explain how it can be
used to compare three or more items . For example , the teacher can talk about how the
word “biggest ” is a superlative form and how it can be used to compare three or more
items in a sentence such as “The elephant is the biggest animal in the zoo.” The
teacher can then ask the class to provide other examples of superlative forms and
explain how they can be used in sentences .

3. The teacher can provide a hands- on activity to help the students understand the
concept of comparative and superlative forms . The teacher can pass out index cards
to the students and ask them to write a sentence on each card using a comparative or
superlative form . The teacher can then ask the students to exchange cards and
identify which form was used and explain how it was used in the sentence .
Guided Practice
1. Divide the class into small groups and have each group create a game to practice
comparative and superlative forms . Each group should create a game that involves
identifying comparative and superlative forms in sentences and explaining how they
are used . Once the groups are finished creating their games, have them present their
games to the class and discuss how the different forms can be used in sentences .

2. Divide students into small groups and assign each group a different item to compare
and contrast using comparative and superlative forms . Ask each group to create a
role- play that demonstrates how the different items (such as size, weight ,
temperature , etc .) can be compared and contrasted using comparative and
superlative forms . Allow each group to present their role- play to the class and discuss
how the forms can be used to make comparisons between the items .

3. Provide students with a worksheet that asks them to identify and explain the
difference between comparative and superlative forms . Ask them to identify and
explain how the two forms are used in sentences and provide examples of each. Ask
them to consider how the forms can be used to compare and contrast two or more
items .

Independent Practice
1. Ask students to research two or more items and create a poster that includes
information about the items and how they can be compared and contrasted using
comparative and superlative forms .

2. Ask students to write a story that includes comparative and superlative forms . The
story should include how the different items are compared and contrasted using the
forms .

3. Ask students to create a PowerPoint presentation that explains how comparative

and superlative forms can be used to compare and contrast two or more items . The
presentation should include information on how the two forms are used in sentences
and provide examples of each. The presentation should also include information on
how the forms can be used to describe the differences between items .

Common Areas Of Struggle

When it comes to learning about comparative and superlative forms , the most
common struggle is understanding the difference between the two forms and how
they are used in sentences . Students may also have difficulty forming comparative
and superlative forms correctly and using them accurately in sentences .

Ensure that students are given plenty of opportunity to practice and discuss the
different forms and how they are used . Provide plenty of examples and visuals to help
students better understand the concept . Encourage students to ask questions and
engage in discussions about the different forms and how they are used .

Closure
At the end of the lesson, the teacher can ask the class to complete a writing prompt
that asks them to compare and contrast two or more items using comparative and
superlative forms . Ask the students to use the forms correctly and accurately in their
sentences . The teacher can also assign a quiz to assess the students ' understanding of
the concepts discussed in the lesson. It is important to provide students with
feedback on their work so that they can understand what areas they need to focus on
and improve .

Be sure to ask questions often related to the common areas of struggle .