In the center of Europe there is a survey of the surrounding world. In the centre of Europe

Lesson type: combined

Target

— formation of a holistic picture of the world and awareness of a person’s place in it based on the unity of rational-scientific knowledge and the child’s emotional and value-based understanding of personal experience of communicating with people and nature;

Problem:: which countries are located in the center of Europe

Tasks: introduce countries located in the center of Europe.

Subject results

They will learn to talk about the country using physical and political maps, and supplement this information with information from other sources.

Universal educational activities (UUD)

Regulatory:

act according to plan, make the necessary adjustments, and adequately evaluate your achievements.

Cognitive:

understand the learning task and strive to complete it.

Communicative:

participate in a general conversation, enter into dialogue with the teacher and classmates.

Personal results

Formulate conclusions from the material studied, answer final questions, evaluate achievements in the lesson.

Basic concepts and definitions

Preparing to learn new material

We will go to the central part of Europe and

find out which countries are located there. We will learn to tell about them on the map, supplement this information with information from other sources.

Remember which countries are located in the north and north-west of Europe. What particularly interested you in these countries?

Learning new material

In the centre of Europe

In the center of Europe we will visit three countries: Germany, Austria and Switzerland.

Tell us about these countries on the map. Supplement this information using the table on p. 126.

Countries in the center of Europe

If you have ever been to Germany, Austria or Switzerland, tell us about your impressions.

Use a textbook to get acquainted with one of the countries in central Europe. Take advantage of other sources of information. Complete the corresponding tasks in the workbook. Present the results of your work to the class.

GERMANY

Germany is a large state in the central part of Europe. There are many large cities here. We will visit some of them.

Capital of Germany - Berlin— is located in the eastern part of the country. There are many interesting things in Berlin, for example, the majestic Brandenburg Gate (1), the tall TV tower (2). Berlin Zoo is the largest in the world.

In the northern part of the country there is a city Bremen. Here you can see a monument to the famous Bremen Town Musicians - the heroes of the fairy tales of the German storytellers the Brothers Grimm (3).

In the western part of the country there is a city Cologne. Its main attraction is the huge, fantastically beautiful Cologne Cathedral (4). It took 600 years to build. Along the stone staircase, which has 500 steps, you can climb to the tower of the cathedral. From there you can see the whole city. Cologne is located on the Rhine, the largest river in Germany (5).

AUSTRIA

From the German city of Munich it is not far from Austria. Its capital Vein is rightfully considered one of the most beautiful cities in the world. This is a city of palaces and parks. In the center of Vienna stands the soaring St. Stephen's Cathedral. To climb its tower, you need to overcome more than 300 steps. You can drive through the streets of Vienna in an old fiacre (a carriage drawn by a pair of horses).

Residents of Vienna are proud that the great composer Johann Strauss (1825-1899), who composed wonderful waltzes, lived in their city. A monument to him was erected in one of the parks. This is Vienna's most famous monument. Almost every tourist tries to take a photo near him

Vienna is located in the flat part of Austria. But most of the country is occupied by the Alps. They are very beautiful. comes here
lots of people to go skiing.

SWITZERLAND

From Austria our path lies to Switzerland. As in Austria, most of the country is occupied by the Alps. But here they are higher than in Austria. We will see many deep gorges, picturesque peaks covered with snow and ice. Switzerland is famous for its mountain resorts

She is also famous for her banks. The money of many rich people from different countries is stored in their safe safes.

Like Sweden, Switzerland has not been involved in any wars for a very long time.

Comprehension and understanding of acquired knowledge

Read the texts. Use this information to prepare your own reports about European countries

1. One of the greenhouses in Vienna has been turned into a “Butterfly House”. Coming here, you find yourself in an amazing tropical forest with huge trees, waterfalls and many flowers. And you see live butterflies everywhere! They can be photographed and recorded on a video camera.

2. Many years ago, the German poet Heinrich Heyne, addressing the Rhine River, wrote: “Hello, my old Rhine! How's your health?”

Now this question would sound very relevant. Although the name "Rhine" means "clean", so much wastewater was dumped into it that the Rhine had to be recognized as the most polluted river in Europe.

check yourself

1. Find and show Germany, Austria, Switzerland and their capitals on the map.

2. Tell us about the sights of these countries.

3.Describe the sights of these countries based on photographs in the textbook.

4. From what sources did we receive information about the countries of central
parts of Europe?

Conclusion

Germany, Austria and Switzerland are states in central Europe. The largest of them is Germany. Large cities: Germany - Berlin, Bremen, Cologne.

Homework assignments

1.Write in the dictionary: cab driver

2. Find out which products from the countries studied in the lesson are sold in our stores. Make a list of such products.

3. In Cologne, many souvenirs depicting the Cologne Cathedral are sold. You can buy a small cathedral made of wood, metal, plastic, glass. Try to sculpt a model of Cologne Cathedral or another from plasticine
landmark of the countries we visited.

Germany. Interesting facts about Germany.

Sights of Berlin 1

Bremen. Germany. Mini sightseeing tour

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Lesson about the world around us in 3rd grade "In the center of Europe"

Lesson objectives:

Students study new material on the topic of the lesson and consolidate the acquired knowledge.

Formation of ideas about countries located in the central part of Europe.

Formation of an emotionally positive attitude towards foreign countries.

Lesson objectives:

Educational:

Introduce children to the countries of central Europe.

Educational:

To develop children’s cognitive activity, the ability to express their thoughts, and reason.

Development of the ability to analyze, draw conclusions, defend one’s point of view, and the ability to apply accumulated knowledge.

Expand children's horizons.

Educational:

Cultivate interest in the subject.

Expand students' understanding of foreign countries.

Introduce the most famous sights of Central European countries.

During the classes

Organizing time

Psychological attitude

Guys, mentally take the sun in your hands. Look how it smiles at you. Smile at him too! Place this small piece of good mood in your right palm, cover it with your left. Feel how it warms you: your hands, your body, your soul. Amazing energy, kindness, and good mood emanate from him.

Place it all in your heart.

Do you feel new strength and energy appearing in you?!

I want you to remember what you feel now, and that this feeling will remain with you until the end of the lesson.

II. Checking homework.

Frontal survey:

U: What is Benelux?

U.: A small state with beautiful houses, each house has its own name. This country can be driven from end to end by car in 4-5 hours; it is famous for its flower market.

D.: Belgium.

U.: The country of canals, bicycles, the country of tulips. The name of the country means low lands. Famous for its cheese.

D.: Netherlands.

U.: One of the smallest countries. The name of the capital coincides with the name of the country. The name means “small castle”.

D.: Luxembourg.

U.: What is Belgium famous for?

D.: Houses, flower market, hot waffles, Belgian chocolate.

U.: What is the Netherlands famous for?

D.: The country of canals, bicycles, favorite – tulip flower, Dutch cheese.

U.: What is Luxembourg famous for?

D.: The Small Castle is ruled by the Grand Duke, there are no higher educational institutions here.

Test.

What is Benelux?

1.Fill in the names of the Benelux countries

Be___________________________

Neither____________________

Lux________________________

2. In which country is the head of state the Grand Duke?

A) In Belgium

B) In the Netherlands

B) In Luxembourg

3.Write the names of the capitals

A) In Belgium - _________________________

B) In the Netherlands -____________________

B) In Luxembourg -____________________

4. Tulips became the symbol of which country?

A) Belgium

B) the Netherlands

B) Luxembourg

D) Finland

5. Which country is famous for windmills, cheese and bicycles?

A) Belgium

B) Netherlands

B) Luxembourg

5. What city is located on the Amstel River?

A) Luxembourg

B) Brussels

B) Amsterdam

V. Learning new material.

Communicate the topic and objectives of the lesson.

U.: So, we are in the Central part of Europe.

These are 3 countries - Germany, Austria, Switzerland. We will stay in Germany.

W: What did you learn about this country?

Germany is a large country in Central Europe. They speak German. People here love order and precision.

Big cities:

The capital of Germany is Berlin. It is the largest industrial, scientific and cultural center in Germany.

Attractions:

The city of Cologne is famous for its huge cathedral. There are 500 steps in the stone staircase; when you go up, you can see the whole city. Cologne sits on Germany's largest river, the Rhine, which means "pure".

Everyone is familiar and familiar with the city of Bremen. Here you can see a monument to the famous musicians - heroes of the Brothers Grimm fairy tale. From early childhood we get acquainted with their fairy tales; they are popular in

all over the world

Germany is famous for its composers and musicians.

The city of Bonn is the birthplace of the composer Ludwig van Beethoven. There is a monument to him in the center, and there is a museum in the composer’s house. Beethoven's works are popular all over the world.

The great composer Johann Sebastian Bach was born in Germany. His works are listened to and admired all over the world.

German car brands are very popular.

What brands of cars do you know?

Here are the German car brands:

Mercedes Benz

BMW

Volkswagen

Opel

Audi

Ford

And now we arrive in the most beautiful country called Austria.

Look at the national flag of Austria.

In Austria they speak German. The head of state is the president. His name is Heinz Rudolf Merz Fischer.

1. Using the textbook map, label the names of the countries highlighted in color and their capitals.

2. Cross out the extra word on each list. Explain your decision verbally.

Answer: a) Germany, Austria, Vienna, Switzerland. b) Berlin, Vienna, Bern, Germany.

3. Complete the tasks: 1) Learn to show the country you are studying and its capital on the map. The territory of the country should be smoothly outlined with a pointer along the contour (border). Show the symbol of the capital, not its name. 2) Write down the sights of the country you are studying in the table. 3) Describe the sights of the country you are studying based on photographs in the textbook or other sources.

Answer:

4. Use the tutorial to color the flags.

5. Seryozha received the task of listing the cities of Germany. He said: "Berlin, Hamburg, Bremen, Cologne, Bonn, Munich, Geneva, Salzburg." Check with the textbook map. If Seryozha made a mistake, cross out the extra names. Explain (verbally) your decision.

Answer: Geneva.

6. Continue filling out the table on p. 77. Based on reports from children from other groups, enter examples of attractions from other countries in the table.

Answer:

7. Ant and Turtle are wondering if you know these landmarks. Cut out the photos from the Application and place them in the appropriate boxes. Test yourself using the textbook. After checking, paste the photos. Indicate the names of the countries with arrows.

8. In the chapter on Austria of the book “Encyclopedia of Travel. Countries of the World”, choose a section that is especially interesting to you. For example, “From the history of the country”, “Nature and its protection”, “Population and culture”. Prepare a message on the chosen topic.

Answer:
Subject: Butterfly House.
Important information: One of Vienna's greenhouses has been converted into a "Butterfly House". Coming here, you find yourself in an amazing tropical forest with trees, waterfalls and many flowers. And you see live butterflies everywhere! They can be photographed and videotaped.

9. Make a list of reminder words about Germany and Switzerland (modeled on the rubric “Tying knots for memory from the book “Encyclopedia of Travel. Countries of the World”).

We are located in the Central part of Europe.

These are 3 countries - Germany, Austria, Switzerland. We will stay in Germany.

Germany is a large country in Central Europe. They speak German. People here love order and precision. The head of state of Germany is the president. His name is Horst Kohler.

The capital of Germany is Berlin. It is the largest industrial, scientific and cultural center in Germany.

Main street of Berlin.

In 1961, Berlin, like the whole country, was cut into 2 parts, i.e. separated from each other by a reinforced concrete wall.

And in 1990, this wall was demolished, and the country became united.

It is famous for Berlin - the Berlin Zoo, the High Berlin TV Tower, and the Brandenburg Gate.

There are major cities in Germany:

Hamburg

Munich

Leipzig

Dresden

Bonn

(The song of the Bremen Town Musicians sounds)

The city of Cologne is also famous for its huge cathedral. It took 600 years to build. There are 500 steps in the stone staircase; when you go up, you can see the whole city. Cologne sits on Germany's largest river, the Rhine, which means "pure".

Germany is famous for its composers and musicians.

The great composer Johann Sebastian Bach was born in Germany. His works are listened to and admired all over the world.

German car brands are very popular.

What brands of cars do you know?

Here are the German car brands:

Mercedes Benz

BMW

Volkswagen

Opel

Audi

Ford

And now we arrive in the most beautiful country called Austria.

In Austria they speak German. The head of state is the president. His name is Heinz Rudolf Merz Fischer.

Look at the national flag of Austria.

The capital of Austria is the city of Vienna. Vienna is one of the most beautiful cities in the world. This is a city of palaces and parks. In the center of Vienna stands St. Stephen's Cathedral. To climb the tower you need to climb 300 steps.

You need to ride through the streets of Vienna in an old fiacre (a carriage drawn by a pair of horses).

Vienna is called the city of waltzes. The outstanding composer Johann Strauss, who composed wonderful waltzes, was born and lived here. The inhabitants of Vienna were distinguished by their love of music. They loved folk songs and dances. There is a monument to J. Strauss in the park.

The cities in Austria are beautiful. This is the city of Salzburg. The famous composer Great Mozart was born and raised in this city. He began composing his works at the age of 5.

Austria is called an Alpine republic.

World-class competitions are held here.

Austria is also the birthplace of ice ballet.

Many tourists come here to visit ancient museums and ski in the Alps.

Finally we arrive in the richest country - Switzerland.

This is the most elevated country in Europe.

The languages spoken here are German, French and Italian.

The head of state is the president. His name is Hans Rudolf Merz.

Here is the national flag of Switzerland.

The capital of Switzerland is the city of Bern.

Most of it is occupied by mountains.

In Switzerland, a special breed of dog was bred that finds people in the snow.