An introduction to the story with an x-ray showing the woman has swallowed a fly

An old lady who swallowed a fly

In this lesson, learners will be introduced to the traditional song 'An old lady who swallowed a fly’. They will listen to the song, complete comprehension activities, act the song out, and sing the song. Finally learners can do some extension work based on the song, writing another verse or creating a new version.

Topic

Animals

Aims

To develop and practise:

  • vocabulary: animals (and food)
  • structure: infinitives of purpose
  • integrated skills: listening, speaking, reading, writing

Age

Younger primary (7–9 years)

Time

90 minutes approximately

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Where's the song?

Hi Maram,

Yes, you’re right. I checked the lesson plan and there doesn’t seem to be a link to the song. However, you can find a version of the traditional nursery rhyme on YouTube here:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J0_4hkfR7WE

But please be aware that the British Council is not responsible for any external content.

Thanks,

Jenny

TE team