Simin Harvin TS#10 & TS#11

 Date/Time: Saturday 9/27/2025, 10:30-12:30 pm

Location: Leon county Library, Thomasville RD.

Topic/Skill: Grammar, listening and Reading

I checked and gave him feedback on his homework from Friday. As usual, we worked on worksheets I prepared for grammar, listening, and reading at the beginner level. Below are the areas we covered during the session:

Grammar

·         Explained and practiced the Simple Future Tense.

·         Explained and practiced Prepositions of Time (in, on, at, before/after, and during).

 

Comprehension, Reading, and Listening

·         Listening: I read a short paragraph to him and then asked questions about the story.

·         Reading: He read a short paragraph and answered related questions. I will need to provide a higher-level text for next time.

 

Homework

·         Grammar practice handout.

·         Reading handout with comprehension questions.

 

Speaking (Conversation)
We talked about New Year in his country and how it is celebrated. His language is mixed with Turkish, which I can understand somewhat because of my parents’ background. We also discussed some famous Turkish songs and similar vocabulary in his language and Turkish. In addition, we talked about food in Kazakhstan and the types of dishes people eat there. I am trying to create conversations that capture his interest and encourage him to speak more.

 

Improvements
He has made progress in comprehension, listening, and vocabulary. His grammar has also shown improvement.

 

Next Session Plan

·         Review his homework.

·         Work on the Future Continuous Tense and Prepositions of Movement/Direction.

·         Continue with reading and listening, using more challenging texts (low-intermediate to intermediate level), since the beginner level is becoming too easy for him.

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