Three of the artist's sisters play chess in fine dresses while an older servant watches. One sister has just won and laughs at another.
Why it's great for language
Real family scene with action and feelings — great for family, present continuous and describing people.
A gentle note
Sofonisba Anguissola's work fits family vocabulary, describing people, present continuous better than "present simple". Try one of those focuses, or pick another artist from the gallery.
Set the room
Shape the lesson
The painting adapts to your focus — chosen now: The Chess Game.
Language focus
Pick one thing your students will actually walk out able to do.
Duration
One thing about your class — and the lesson will feel built for them.
Optional — but teachers who add this say the lesson lands better.
