Basic Colors

Dom Barbaj   Dom I January 02, 2026
Category
General English, Speaking Lessons
Topic
Everyday English
Media
Audio, Text
Level
A1 Beginner, A0 Absolute Beginner
Grammar
Articles, Prepositions of Place
Focus
Grammar, Speaking, Vocabulary, Listening
Lesson ID
A0A1-4
Lesson Time
45 minutes
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Row of colorful pencils in different colors arranged side by side on a black background

Lesson Overview

What color is it? In this fun and colorful lesson, students learn the names of basic colors and how to describe everyday objects. They practice using simple grammar structures like “It is…”, “there is / there are,” and the verb “to be.” Students also learn when to use the articles “a,” “an,” and “the.” The lesson includes vocabulary practice, prepositions of place, and easy questions such as “where is…?” and “where are…?” Through interactive speaking, grammar, and listening activities, students build their confidence step by step while learning to describe what they see in English.

Lesson Objectives



  • Vocabulary: Students will identify and name 10 basic colors and use them to describe objects (e.g., a red apple, a blue bag). They’ll expand their vocabulary to include everyday items and color adjectives.




  • Grammar: Students will learn and practice using the articles “a,” “an,” and “the” correctly. They’ll use “there is / there are” to describe what they see and apply prepositions of place (on, in, under, next to) in short, clear sentences.




  • Speaking: Learners will practice describing objects and their colors in pairs and small groups. They’ll ask and answer simple questions such as “What color is it?” and “Where is the book?” to build fluency and confidence.




  • Listening: Students will listen to short dialogues to identify colors and objects mentioned. They’ll repeat key phrases to improve pronunciation and rhythm, recognizing familiar color and position expressions in context.




  • Homework: Homework activities will help students review colors and sentence patterns. Tasks include matching colors and objects, labeling pictures, and writing short sentences using "there is / there are" and prepositions of place.




Vocabulary and Pronunciation

blue [color]: the color of the sky or the sea
black [color]: the darkest color
red [color]: the color of apples or fire
green [color]: the color of grass or leaves
yellow [color]: the color of the sun or bananas
orange [color]: the color of oranges or carrots
pink [color]: a light red color
brown [color]: the color of chocolate or wood
purple [color]: the color of grapes or plums
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