"Teaching is the one profession that creates all other professions."
The second week of my teaching practice was marked by pleasant weather and productive classroom interactions. Though the week began with intermittent rains, it did not hinder the attendance or enthusiasm of the students. On all four working days, students were present and active in the learning process.
During this week, I continued teaching the English lesson "The Little Things Matter" by Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam. I was able to successfully complete the textual activities associated with the lesson. Additionally, I conducted various language-based activities that helped enhance the students’ vocabulary and comprehension. These included group discussions, sentence-building exercises, and quick response games.
The students showed keen interest and participated enthusiastically in all the activities. Their active involvement made the teaching-learning experience more engaging and meaningful. I also tried to improve my classroom management strategies and time management skills.
Each day of this week contributed to my growth as a teacher. I was able to build better rapport with the students and improve my confidence in delivering lessons more effectively.
Day 5 ( 21st July, 2025 )
The day began on a warm and pleasant note with the school prayer, setting a positive tone for the day. It was a meaningful experience overall, as I had the opportunity to interact with new students. These interactions helped me understand their interests and learning styles better, which added great value to my teaching journey.
I handled my regularly allotted class effectively and was also assigned a substitution duty. Both sessions gave me valuable chances to observe student behavior in different classroom settings and independently manage the class. I was able to complete the content effectively and conduct the discourse activity with good student participation. It was a fulfilling and productive day that contributed to my personal and professional growth as a teacher.
Lesson plan 5
Lesson : Little Things Matter
Topic : In the evening …… man lay in store.
Teaching Aids : Chart, flashcards, activity cards, blackboard.
Activity: Think of a person who inspires you and write about them in 4-5 sentences.
Day 6 ( 23rd July, 2025 )
The day began on a pleasant and productive note. I had the first period in class VIII A, where I continued with the lesson “Little Things Matter” and completed the planned content. The students were attentive, interactive, and enthusiastic, which made the session lively and smooth. Their responses indicated that they were clearly grasping the topic well, especially the values embedded in small yet meaningful acts.
Later in the day, I was assigned a substitution duty, giving me a chance to engage with a different group of students. This turned out to be a truly enjoyable experience, as the students were well-behaved and responded smartly to my instructions.
Overall, Day 6 was a positive and satisfying experience. I felt more confident and fulfilled as a teacher, especially seeing students actively participating in both the lesson and the discourse activity. It was heartening to witness their understanding of how small actions can lead to big impacts — the very message Dr. Kalam so powerfully conveyed.
Lesson plan 6
Topic : Little Things Matter
Content : “This routine… age of eight.”
Teaching Aids: Flashcards, textbook, activity cards, blackboard
Activity: Students were asked to write a diary entry describing a small act they did or witnessed that made a big difference to themselves or someone else.
Day 7 (25th July, 2025)
Day 7 was both pleasant and productive. I was allotted duty in class VIII A, where I guided the students through the textual activities related to the lesson “Little Things Matter.” The students responded actively and participated well, showing a clear understanding of the concepts discussed.
Later, I was assigned a substitution duty in Class 5. The younger students were energetic and curious, and I truly enjoyed the experience of engaging with a new branch of learners. This interaction allowed me to adapt my approach and connect with students of a different age group.
Lesson plan 7
Topic : Little Things Matter
Content : Textual Activities
Teaching Aids : Sourcebook, blackboard, activity cards
Activity: Do the activity 1B of Page No. 30
Day 8 ( 26th July, 2025 )
Today was a rainy Saturday, and the attendance was a bit low. However, the class that was present remained focused and interactive. I was able to complete the textual activities and smoothly introduce the concept of conditionals, explaining both Type 1 and Type 2 in a simple and understandable manner.
The students showed genuine interest and participated actively in the follow-up activities related to the topic. Despite the bad weather and low classroom strength, it turned out to be a pleasant and fulfilling teaching day, reminding me once again that quality learning can happen even in quiet classrooms.
Lesson plan 8
Topic: Little Things Matter.
Content : Conditionals and other activities.
Teaching Aids : Sourcebook, blackboard, activity cards.
Activity : Prepare a journal with reference to the journal activity on pg 38.
Works assigned: Allotted period, Substitution duty.
The second week of teaching practice was a rewarding journey filled with learning and growth. It helped me improve my classroom management, adapt to varied student needs, and build confidence in delivering lessons. Each day brought new insights, making the experience both meaningful and motivating for my teaching journey ahead.
