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Unit 5　Animal friends
第1課時　Welcome to the unit
Study of the Text　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　
What: The text focuses on animal facts, including bats, butterflies, honeybees and ants. It presents interesting information about these animals through a matching activity and a conversation between Millie and Simon. The purpose is to teach students some unique characteristics of different animals while promoting their reading ability and vocabulary.
Why: The text aims to teach students various animal facts, fostering their curiosity and interest in the natural world. The text encourages collaboration and communication among students through a conversation, promoting teamwork and class participation. The text also highlights the importance of observation and critical thinking when learning about animals, as well as the value of sharing knowledge with others.
How: The text combined with images is to present animal facts, getting students engaged in learning by asking them to match the facts with the right animals. Additionally, it presents a conversation between Millie and Simon, which serves as a guide for students to discuss their knowledge of animal facts. This approach helps develop students' speaking and listening skills while learning about the animals' abilities.
Learning Objectives　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　
By the end of this lesson, students will be able to:
1.list some amazing animals;
2.get the specific information about animals such as their appearances, habits and abilities;
3.talk about an animal they know by using the target language.
Teaching Process　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　
　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　
Learning Objectives Teaching Activities Effectiveness Evaluation
1.To list some amaz ing animals. Step 1: Lead in 1.Introduce wild animals and ask the following questions. Q1: What are wild animals Q2: Where do they live Q3: What's your favourite animal 2.Students then participate in“read and guess”activities to learn about specific animals. The effectiveness of the lead in will be measured by students' engagement in dis cussing animals and their understanding of different animals' char acteristics.
Purpose To get students engaged in the topic of animals by encouraging them to think about their own experiences and unique features of different animals, setting the stage for further exploration.
2.To get the specific information about animals such as their appearances, habits and abilities. Step 2: Presentation 1.Match the facts with the right animals. 2.Listen and find what animals they are talking about. 3.Listen again and complete the fact files on these animals.(詳見課件資源) The effectiveness will be assessed through students' listening and note taking skills, and their comprehension of the conversation regard ing unique abilities of the animals.
Purpose To introduce the topic of animals in a practical context and get students engaged in the upcoming pair work activity.
3.To talk about an animal they know by using the target language. Step 3: Pair work 1.Students work in pairs to choose an animal and complete a chart with its name, abilities, appearance and habits.(詳見課件資源) 2.Students role play conversations about the chosen animal and discuss its characteristics. 3.Select students to present their reports to the class and they will be evaluated by language accuracy, pronunciation, body language and creativity. The effectiveness of the pair work will be evaluated by the quality of improvised conversations, includ ing reasons for their choices and the use of appropriate vocabulary and grammar.
Purpose To provide students with an interactive platform to practise conversational English, specifically focusing on describing animals and giving reasons, and to encourage peer to peer interaction and learning.
Homework Required: Make a fact file on an animal you know. Optional: Find at least three animals about their living habits, appearances and abilities.
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第2課時　Reading
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What: The text focuses on poems about pets, giving two examples and a set of exercises to help students learn about rhyme and pet related vocabulary. It also includes blog posts about pets and there are some prompts for class discussion on the topic of keeping pets.
Why: The text aims to foster students' appreciation and understanding of the role that pets play in people's lives. By leading students to think about their own experiences with pets, the text encourages students to do some reflection. It also puts forward a positive view of pets and their significance in students' growth and development.
How: The text uses poems and blog posts to get students engaged in reading and understanding the material. It is combined with exercises to test their comprehension and vocabulary, as well as encouraging critical thinking through class discussion.
Learning Objectives　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　
By the end of this lesson, students will be able to:
1.get some information about dogs and cats in the poems;
2.learn the rhyme of poems;
3.understand the importance of protecting and loving animals.
Teaching Process　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　
　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　
Learning Objectives Teaching Activities Effectiveness Evaluation
1.To get some information about dogs and cats in the poems. 2.To learn the rhyme of poems.　 Step 1: Pre reading 1.Lead in. The teacher introduces the topic of keeping pets and the importance of pets. 2.Students think about this topic and answer a question. Q: What kind of pet would you keep Step 2: Fast reading 1.Students read the two poems about a dog and a cat quickly to get an overall idea of the content. 2.Students identify the main theme and key facts about the poems. Step 3: Detailed reading 1.Students read the poems again and complete the sentences with the rhyming words. 2.Read the poems again. Write a T if a sentence is true or an F if it is false. Then correct the false ones. 3.Read and complete the blog posts with the correct forms of the words and phrases in the box. The effectiveness will be assessed by students' ability to identify the main theme and key facts about the poems. The effectiveness will be assessed by students' comprehension of the text, their ability to complete the sentences, and their skills in answering questions.
Purpose To enhance students' understanding of the topic of pets by encouraging them to think about their own experiences and preferences, setting the stage for further exploration. To give students a quick overview of the content and familiarize them with the key points. To deepen students' understanding of the poems by requiring them to analyze and interpret the presented information.
3.To understand the importance of pro tecting and loving animals. Step 4: Post reading Students discuss the poems in pairs, answering the following questions. Q1: Why do you think many people like to keep pets Q2: What animal would you like to have as a pet Why Q3: What things should you think about before getting a pet The effectiveness will be assessed by the quality of discussions and presentations, including the use of appropriate vocabulary and grammar.
Step 5: Language points 1.The teacher leads students to review key language points, such as“l(fā)ook after”(take care of),“till the end”(until the last moment), and“run after”(chase). 2.The teacher provides students with examples and exercises to reinforce the new words and expressions. The effectiveness will be assessed by students' ability to construct sentences accurately with these expressions.
Purpose To promote critical thinking and the application of expressions by getting students engaged in discussion about the poems. To reinforce the language ability to talk about pets, providing students with the necessary words and expressions.
Homework Required: 1.Read two poems again and focus on the rhyme. 2.Finish the translation task.(詳見課件資源) Optional: 1.Think about what you want to say to your pet. 2.Write a short poem for it.
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第3課時　Grammar&Pronunciation
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What: The text focuses on the usage of adjectives and modal verbs, including “can” “could” and “may”. It also contains rhyming words in poetry. It provides examples and exercises to help students grasp these concepts, along with a poem that demonstrates the use of rhyming words.
Why: The text aims to improve students' understanding of grammar rules and enhance their ability to express themselves clearly in English. By providing examples and exercises, the text aims to help students better understand and use adjectives, modal verbs and rhyming words in their writing and speaking.
How: The text uses a structured approach to teaching grammar rules, providing clear explanations and examples. There are also some exercises for students to put what they have learned into practice. It also includes a conversation between Millie and Mr Wu to demonstrate the use of “can” “could” and “may”. In addition, it offers a poem with missing words for students to complete, allowing them to practise using rhyming words.
Learning Objectives　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　
By the end of this lesson, students will be able to:
1.know the basic usage that adjectives modify nouns;
2.have a preliminary understanding of modal verbs;
3.learn rhyming words and how they are used in poetry.
Teaching Process　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　
　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　
Learning Objectives Teaching Activities Effectiveness Evaluation
1.To know the basic usage that adjectives modify nouns. 2.To have a prelim inary understand ing of modal verbs. Step 1: Grammar(Using adjectives) 1.Show pictures of animals and use adjectives to describe them. For example,“This is a cute cat. It is orange.” 2.Students read sentences about animals and circle the adjectives used in each sentence. 3.Work out the rule. (詳見課件資源) 4.Students complete the passages with the words in the box. 5.Students write their own sentences using adjectives to describe animals. Step 2: Grammar(Using“can”“could”and“may”) 1.Students learn the differences between“can”“could”and“may”and the usage of them. 2.Work out the rule. (詳見課件資源) 3.Students complete the conversation between Millie and Mr Wu with the correct modal verbs. 4.Students participate in role play activities with the use of“can”“could”and“may”in different scenarios. The effectiveness will be assessed by students' abilities to identify adjectives correctly in given sentences, and construct sentences with appropriate adjectives. The effectiveness will be assessed by students' ability to complete sentences with the correct modal verbs, and their ability to use these modal verbs appropriately in role play activities.
Purpose To familiarize students with the usage of adjectives to modify nouns and to enhance their writing and speaking abilities. To teach students the correct usage of“can”“could”and“may”to express ability, possibility and permission, and to put what they have learned into practice through sentence completion and role play activities.
3.To learn rhyming words and how they are used in poetry. Step 3: Pronunciation(Poetry and rhyme) 1.Students learn about rhyming words and how they are used in poetry. 2.Students read a poem about a cat. 3.Students tick (√) the pairs that rhyme and cross (×) the pairs that do not rhyme. Step 4: Exercise 1.Students complete the poem with rhyming words in the box in Part B. 2.Students answer multiple choice questions to test their understanding of adjectives and modal verbs.(詳見課件資源) 3.Students transform the given sentences into different forms.(詳見課件資源) The effectiveness will be measured by students' ability to identify rhym ing words, complete the poem with correct rhyming words, and read the poem with proper emphasis on the rhyming words.
Purpose To improve students' pronunciation of rhyming words and to enhance their appreciation of poetry and rhyme through practice. To reinforce students' grammar and pronunciation skills through practical exercises and to develop students' application ability.
Homework Required: 1.Use adjectives to introduce your pets. 2.Make a conversation to talk about your pets with“can”“could”and“may”. Optional: Role play as an animal you like with your partner.
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第4課時　Integration (A—C)
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What: The text explores the relationship between humans and animals, introducing various aspects of animals and their impact on humans' lives. It presents a conversation among Mr Wu, Daniel, Suzy and Millie about the benefits of being friends with animals, as well as an article about how humans get design ideas from some animals.
Why: The text aims to promote students' awareness and appreciation of the connection between humans and animals, highlighting the ways in which animals contribute to our daily bining with factual information and personal perspectives, the text aims to foster students' curiosity and interest in the natural world while developing their language skills.
How: Combining with listening and reading tasks, the text gets students engaged in learning about animals and their contributions to human society. It presents information through a conversation, articles and short texts. There are also some illustrations and questions to raise class participation.
Learning Objectives　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　
By the end of this lesson, students will be able to:
1.learn some interesting things about animals;
2.learn how humans get design ideas from some animals;
3.discuss the relationship between humans and animals, better understand the importance of animals in their lives.
Teaching Process　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　
　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　
Learning Objectives Teaching Activities Effectiveness Evaluation
1.To learn some interesting things about animals. 2.To learn how humans get design ideas from some animals. Step 1: Lead in Students discuss their fears and thoughts about animals. Step 2: Reading 1.Students listen to a conversation and complete the notes below. 2.Students read the article and answer the questions below. Q1: What can radar help ships do Q2: What other things did people make by studying animals 3.Students underline the design ideas and then circle the new things people make. The effectiveness will be assessed by students' engagement in the discussion and their willingness to share personal opinions and experiences related to animals. The effectiveness will be assessed by students' comprehension of the conversation and the article, and their ability to complete the notes and answer questions about the content.
Purpose To link the topic with students' personal experiences, setting the stage for the reading activity by getting them engaged in the topic of animals. To develop students' reading skills and lead them to understand the unique characteristics of animals and how humans have benefited from them.
3.To discuss the relationship be tween humans and animals, better understand the importance of ani mals in their lives. Step 3: Pair work 1.Students work in pairs to discuss the relationship between people and animals, using a model conversation as a guide. 2.Students circle Mr Wu, Daniel, Suzy and Millie's opinions about animals. 3.Students read the conversation and find out the expressions about the relationship between people and animals. Step 4: Language points Students practise key language points such as“It's good for us to do sth.(做某件事對我們有好處。)”,“They cheer us up(振作起來) when we feel sad.”, and“Humans have a lot to thank animals for.(表示感激)”. Step 5: Exercise Students fill in the blanks and complete multiple choice exercises.(詳見課件資源) The effectiveness will be assessed by the quality of improvised conversations, including the reasons for their choices and the use of appropriate vocabulary and grammar. The effectiveness will be assessed by students' ability to construct sentences and finish multiple choice exercises correctly, as well as their understanding of the target language structures.
Purpose To promote students' spoken English, and to encourage peer to peer learning.
Homework Required: 1.Read B and C, and remember the useful expressions. 2.Write down what you know about other fun facts about animals. Optional: Search for more animals that people get design ideas from to make new things.
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第5課時　Integration (D)
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What: The text focuses on introducing a guinea pig named Teddy as an example of an amazing animal friend. It includes a fact file about Teddy, a short article written by Suzy about her pet, and some useful expressions for students to write their own articles about their animal friends.
Why: The text aims to encourage students to appreciate the relationship between humans and animals, especially focusing on the joy and companionship provided by pets like guinea pigs. By presenting a real life example and offering students guidance to write their own articles, and develop students' language skills and foster their deeper understanding of the emotional connection with pets.
How: The text uses a structured format to present information about Teddy, including its name, looks, what it likes to do, and its special features. It also provides a model article written by Suzy, which serves as an example for students to write their own articles about their animal friends.
Learning Objectives　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　
By the end of this lesson, students will be able to:
1.learn to describe animal friends systematically from the perspective of their appearances, habits, abilities and so on;
2.write an article to introduce an animal friend.
Teaching Process　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　
　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　
Learning Objectives Teaching Activities Effectiveness Evaluation
1.To learn to describe animal friends sys tematically from the perspective of their appearances, habits, abilities and so on.　 Step 1: Lead in Students discuss what they can see on a farm and answer the following question. Q: Animals are our friends. How can we introduce our friends Step 2: Reading 1.Students read Suzy's article about her pet guinea pig named Teddy. They should focus on the adjectives used in this article. 2.Students answer questions about the article. The effectiveness of the reading activity will be measured by students' understanding of Suzy's article and their ability to answer the questions accur ately.
Purpose To get students engaged in the topic of animals and let them discuss their animal friends. To improve students' reading ability and teach them how to describe an animal friend in detail.
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2.To write an article to introduce an animal friend. Step 3: Writing 1.Students read a model article about an animal friend, which is similar to Suzy's article, and learn about the article, including its title, beginning, body and ending.(詳見課件資源) 2.Ask students to think about the following question. Q: What can we write in the body 3.Students write an article about their own animal friends, using Suzy's article as a model and the provided useful expressions. Show time: ChecklistStarsLanguage(語言正確)Pronunciation(發(fā)音標(biāo)準(zhǔn))Body language(使用肢體語言)Creativity(有創(chuàng)意)Excellent★★★　Great★★　Good★
Step 4: Exercise The effectiveness will be assessed by students' ability to write a coherent passage about their animal friends, using Suzy's article as a model and the provided useful expres sions.　
Purpose To put what students have learned into practice and develop their writing ability.
Homework Required: Complete your passage. Optional: 1.Make a poster about“Protecting Animals”with your friends. 2.Read more picture books about animals.
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