1 - Welcome to Days of the Week
Have you ever wondered how German children plan their week? Today we're learning the German names for all seven days so you can talk about your routines just like they do!
In Germany, the school week starts on 'Montag' (Monday) and children have sports on 'Freitag' like many British schools. Knowing the days helps you make plans with German friends!
By the end of this lesson, you will be able to:
- Name all 7 days of the week in German
- Use days to talk about your weekly routine
- Plan activities with a partner using German days
2 - Meet the German Days
Here are the seven German days of the week. Click each one to hear how it's pronounced, then say it with a big clear voice! Notice how some sound similar to English like 'Samstag' (Saturday).
Try to spot the patterns - many end with the same sounds! The German week starts on Monday just like ours.
3 - Flashcard Challenge
See the English day and try saying the German before you flip! Use gestures to help remember - point to your head for 'Montag' (moon day), thumbs up for 'Freitag' (fun Friday!).
4 - Days Bingo
Listen carefully to the German days and click them on your bingo card as you hear them! This is perfect practice for recognising days when German speakers talk about their week.
5 - Class Word Search
Your teacher will hand out worksheets. Find and circle all seven German days hidden in the puzzle - they might go backwards or diagonally! Great spelling practice.
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