Word Problems | Review Lesson
Students review key foreign-language vocabulary and structures by solving word problems in the target language. The lesson emphasizes reading comprehension, translating information, identifying relevant details, and explaining solutions verbally and in writing.
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| problema | a problem or exercise to solve |
| total | all together; sum |
| restante | left over; remaining |
| primero | first |
| después | after; then |
| cuánto/cuántos | how much/how many |
Display 3 short review questions with key vocabulary from previous lessons. Model reading one question aloud and thinking through the meaning.
Answer individually, then compare responses with a partner.
Preteach or review the lesson vocabulary using examples and quick oral checks. Point out clue words for totals, subtraction, and sequence.
Repeat words, match terms to meanings, and give simple example sentences.
Work through one sample word problem step by step: read, underline key information, translate, solve, and explain the answer.
Follow along, annotate the problem, and respond to teacher prompts.
Give pairs 2-3 word problems of medium difficulty. Circulate, support, and ask guiding questions rather than giving answers.
Solve together, show work, and explain each answer aloud in the target language when possible.
Assign a short set of new word problems for individual completion. Provide sentence frames for explanation if needed.
Complete problems independently and write one or two complete-sentence explanations.
Review answers to selected problems, highlighting common errors and effective strategies.
Correct work and ask questions about confusing steps.
Distribute a quick check with one short word problem plus one vocabulary question.
Complete and submit before leaving.
Revisit the lesson goal and ask students to name one strategy that helped them solve the problems. Briefly summarize the steps: read, highlight, translate, solve, and explain.
Formative assessment through guided questioning, partner work, independent practice, and the exit ticket. Use student responses to determine whether they can understand and solve target-language word problems accurately.
Complete 4 additional word problems in the target language and write one full-sentence explanation for each answer.