Unit 1 Section B 教学课件、课前预习、课后练习-2-2025-2026学年人教版英语八年级下册

该初中英语课件围绕“Time to Relax”主题，聚焦爱好相关词汇（如reduce, stress）、语法（动名词作主语、such as/for example辨析）及听说读写技能。课堂导入从“空闲时间做什么”的问题切入，结合运动、阅读等具体爱好激活兴趣，通过词汇学习（音标、例句）搭建基础，过渡到阅读（爱好的好处）、语法练习，再到口语对话、写作，形成输入到输出的学习支架。 其亮点在于融合语言能力、思维品质与学习能力培养。词汇教学注重音形义结合（如stress标注音标并配例句），语法通过对比辨析（such as接名词、for example接句子）提升思维，项目式学习（设计问卷、调查分析）锻炼实际应用。综合活动帮助学生提升语言运用能力，教师可借助结构化内容高效教学，激发学生学习兴趣。

Unit 1 Time to Relax Section B 课前预习 1.7.2013 大家好，欢迎来到今天的英语课前预习。今天我们将一起学习人教版八年级下册第一单元的Section B，主题是“Time to Relax”。在接下来的时间里，我们将一起探索如何通过各种方式放松自己，缓解压力，保持身心健康。希望通过这次预习，大家能对本单元的内容有一个初步的了解，并为课堂学习做好准备。 ‹#› CONTENTS 01Vocabulary (词汇) 02Phrases (短语) 03Sentence Patterns (句型) 04Text Preview (课文预习) 05Grammar Focus (语法聚焦) 06Summary & Practice (总结与练习) 1.7.2013 这是我们今天预习的主要内容。首先，我们会学习本单元的核心词汇和短语，然后是重点句型。接下来，我们会一起预习两篇课文，并回顾本单元的语法重点。最后，我们会对所学内容进行总结和练习。让我们开始吧！ ‹#› Vocabulary reduce/rɪˈdjuːs/ v. 释义 to make something smaller or less in size, amount, or degree. 例句 We need to reduce our stress levels. 1.7.2013 我们来看第一个单词，reduce。它的意思是“减少”。比如，我们可以说“我们需要减少压力”。大家可以看右边的图片，它形象地展示了“减少”的概念。 ‹#› Vocabulary stress/stres/ n. 精神压力；紧张 mental or emotional strain or tension resulting from adverse or very demanding circumstances. 例：Too much stress can be harmful to your health. 💡 小贴士：学会管理压力 (manage stress) 是保持身心健康的重要一环。 1.7.2013 第二个单词是stress，意思是“精神压力”或“紧张”。例如，“过多的压力对健康有害”。左边的图片描绘了一个人处于压力之下的状态。 ‹#› Vocabulary yoga/ˈjəʊɡə/ n. 瑜伽 释义 a Hindu spiritual and ascetic discipline, a part of which, including breath control, simple meditation, and the adoption of specific bodily postures, is widely practiced for health and relaxation. 例句 Doing yoga is a great way to relax. 1.7.2013 第三个单词是yoga，也就是我们常说的“瑜伽”。瑜伽是一种很好的放松方式。右边的图片展示了一位女士正在做瑜伽。 ‹#› Vocabulary object/ˈɒbdʒɪkt/ n. 物品；宾语 释义 a material thing that can be seen and touched; a noun phrase acted upon by the verb. 例句 (物品) Please put all your objects in the box. 例句 (宾语) She loves her cat. (cat is the object.) 1.7.2013 第四个单词是object，它有两个常见的意思，一个是“物品”，另一个是语法中的“宾语”。大家可以通过例句来理解这两个含义。 ‹#› Vocabulary Italian/ɪˈtæliən/ adj. 意大利的；n. 意大利人；意大利语 释义 Relating to Italy, its people, or their language. A native or inhabitant of Italy, or the language spoken there. 例句 I like Italian food.(意大利的) My friend is an Italian.(意大利人) A beautiful view of Italy (意大利风光) 1.7.2013 第五个单词是Italian，它可以作为形容词，表示“意大利的”，也可以作为名词，表示“意大利人”或“意大利语”。 ‹#› Vocabulary programmer /ˈprəʊɡræmə(r)/ n. 程序设计员 释义 a person who writes computer programs. 例句 My brother is a computer programmer. 1.7.2013 第六个单词是programmer，意思是“程序设计员”或“程序员”。他们是编写计算机程序的人。 ‹#› Vocabulary allow/əˈlaʊ/ v. 使……成为可能；允许 释义 to let someone or something do something. / to make it possible for someone or something to do something. 例句 My parents allow me to watch TV after dinner. 例句 The new software allows us to work more efficiently. 1.7.2013 第七个单词是allow，意思是“允许”或“使……成为可能”。比如，“我的父母允许我晚饭后看电视”。 ‹#› Vocabulary sense/sens/ n. 感觉；感官 释义 A faculty by which the body perceives an external stimulus; a feeling that something is the case. 例句 I have a sense of happiness. She has a good sense of direction. 常见搭配: sense of humor (幽默感), sense of responsibility (责任感), make sense (有道理) 1.7.2013 第八个单词是sense，它可以指我们的“感官”，如视觉、听觉等，也可以指一种“感觉”或“意识”。 ‹#› Vocabulary achievement/əˈtʃiːvmənt/ n. 成就 释义 a thing done successfully, typically by effort, courage, or skill. 例句 Getting into a good university is a great achievement. 1.7.2013 第九个单词是achievement，意思是“成就”。比如，考上一所好大学就是一项了不起的成就。 ‹#› Vocabulary coin/kɔɪn/ n. 硬币 释义 a flat disc or piece of metal with an official stamp, used as money. 例句 I found a coin on the street. 1.7.2013 最后一个单词是coin，意思是“硬币”。大家可以看左边的图片。 ‹#› Phrases reduce stress缓解压力，减少压力 释义: to make the level of stress lower. 例句: Listening to music can help reduce stress. 1.7.2013 接下来我们学习一些短语。第一个是reduce stress，意思是“缓解压力”。听音乐是一种很好的缓解压力的方式。 ‹#› Phrases calm down冷静，镇定 释义 to become quiet, less excited, or less upset. 例句 You need to calm down before you make a decision. 1.7.2013 第二个短语是calm down，意思是“冷静下来”。在做决定之前，你需要冷静下来。 ‹#› Phrases keep fit保持健康 释义 to stay healthy and in good physical condition. 例句 It's important to keep fit by exercising regularly. 1.7.2013 第三个短语是keep fit，意思是“保持健康”。通过定期锻炼来保持健康很重要。 ‹#› Phrases such as比如，例如 释义:for example. 例句:I like many sports, such as swimming and running. 用于列举同类人或事物的部分例子。 1.7.2013 第四个短语是such as，意思是“比如”或“例如”。它用于列举例子。 ‹#› Phrases at the same time同时 释义:simultaneously. 例句:I can listen to music and do my homework at the same time. 1.7.2013 最后一个短语是at the same time，意思是“同时”。我可以一边听音乐一边做作业。 ‹#› Sentence Patterns Doing sth. can help us (to) do sth.(动名词作主语) 句型结构:动名词短语 + can help + sb. + (to) do sth. 例句: Reading can help us relax. Playing sports can help us keep fit. 练习: ______ (听音乐) can help us ______ (缓解压力). ______ (学习英语) can help us ______ (开阔眼界). 1.7.2013 现在我们来学习一些重点句型。第一个句型是“Doing sth. can help us (to) do sth.”，这里的“Doing sth.”是动名词短语作主语，表示“做某事可以帮助我们做另一件事”。大家可以尝试完成下面的练习。 ‹#› Sentence Patterns Physical hobbies, such as playing tennis or doing Yoga, can help us to keep fit. 句型结构 名词 + such as + 例子 例句 I have many hobbies, such as reading, painting and playing the piano. There are many fruits in the basket, such as apples, bananas and oranges. Examples of physical activities 1.7.2013 第二个句型是关于“such as”的用法。它用于列举同类人或事物的几个例子。 ‹#› Sentence Patterns It gives me such a sense of achievement to see people using the app. (it 作形式主语) 句型结构: It + gives + sb. + sth. + to do sth. 例句: It makes me happy to help others. It's important for us to learn English well. 练习: It ______ (让我感到自豪) to ______ (帮助我的同学). It ______ (对我们来说很必要) to ______ (保持健康). 1.7.2013 第三个句型是“It gives me such a sense of achievement to see people using the app.”，这里的“it”是形式主语，真正的主语是后面的“to see people using the app”。这种句型可以使句子结构更平衡。 ‹#› Sentence Patterns She dreams of travelling to these places in the future. 句型结构: dream of doing sth. 例句: He dreams of becoming a doctor. I dream of visiting the moon one day. 用法：表达对未来的向往或目标。 1.7.2013 第四个句型是“dream of doing sth.”，意思是“梦想做某事”。 ‹#› Sentence Patterns He thinks that apps can be a great way to help people.(宾语从句) 句型结构 主语 + thinks that + 从句 例句 I think that he is right. She said that she would come. 练习 I ______ (相信) that we ______ (会成功). 1.7.2013 第五个句型是关于宾语从句的。当我们要表达一个观点或想法时，可以用“主语 + thinks that + 从句”的结构。 ‹#› Sentence Patterns How do you usually feel when you manage to do something difficult? 句型结构 主句 + when + 从句 例句 I was watching TV when my mother came back. He will call you when he arrives. 练习 I ______ (正在做作业) when ______ (电话响了). She ______ (会去公园) when ______ (天气好). When-clause is used to indicate a specific time when an action happens. 1.7.2013 第六个句型是关于时间状语从句的。当我们要表示一个动作发生在另一个动作的某个时间点时，可以用“主句 + when + 从句”的结构。 ‹#› Sentence Patterns ______ (听音乐) can help us ______ (放松). I have many hobbies, ______ (比如) reading and painting. It ______ (让我开心) to ______ (和朋友一起玩). She dreams of ______ (成为一名老师). I think that ______ (我们应该努力学习). He was playing football when ______ (开始下雨了). 1.7.2013 现在我们来做一个综合练习，大家可以尝试用我们刚才学过的句型来完成这些句子。 ‹#› Text Preview Hobbies That Are Good for You Background This article introduces several hobbies beneficial to physical and mental health, such as reading, listening to music, and exercising. Reading Questions What are the hobbies mentioned in the article? Why are these hobbies good for us? Take a moment to think about the questions before reading the full text. 1.7.2013 接下来我们来预习第一篇课文，标题是“Hobbies That Are Good for You”。这篇文章介绍了几种对我们有益的爱好。在阅读之前，大家可以先思考一下这两个问题：文章中提到了哪些爱好？为什么这些爱好对我们有益？ ‹#› Text Preview Hobbies That Are Good for You 动名词作主语 Reading or listening to music can help us to calm down after a busy day. such as Physical hobbies, such as playing tennis or doing Yoga, can help us to keep fit. it 作形式主语 It can also help you to discover your creative side. 1.7.2013 在这篇课文中，有几个我们刚才学过的语言点，比如动名词作主语、such as的用法和it作形式主语。大家在阅读时可以特别注意一下。 ‹#› Text Preview Hobbies That Are Good for You The hobbies mentioned: Reading, listening to music, physical hobbies (playing tennis, doing Yoga), creative hobbies (painting, writing stories, playing an instrument), and collecting things. Why these hobbies are good for us: They can help us relax, calm down, keep fit, discover our creative side, learn new skills, and make friends. 1.7.2013 现在我们来核对一下阅读问题的答案。文章中提到了阅读、听音乐、体育爱好、创意爱好和收集物品等。这些爱好对我们有益，因为它们可以帮助我们放松、冷静、保持健康、发现创造力、学习新技能和交朋友。 ‹#› Text Preview The Dance Teacher Background This is a narrative about how a dance teacher helps "me" overcome the fear of dancing and eventually fall in love with it. Reading Questions Why was the writer scared of dancing? How did the dance teacher help the writer? Think about the questions before reading and find the answers in the text. 1.7.2013 接下来我们预习第二篇课文，标题是“The Dance Teacher”。这是一个关于克服恐惧、实现自我成长的故事。在阅读之前，大家可以思考一下这两个问题：作者为什么害怕跳舞？舞蹈老师是如何帮助作者的？ ‹#› Text Preview The Dance Teacher used to do sth. I used to be scared of dancing. encourage sb. to do sth. She encouraged me to try again. manage to do sth. I managed to dance well. 1.7.2013 在这篇课文中，也有几个重要的语言点，比如used to do sth. 表示过去常常做某事，encourage sb. to do sth. 表示鼓励某人做某事，以及manage to do sth. 表示设法做成某事。 ‹#› Text Preview Why was the writer scared of dancing? The writer was scared of dancing because she thought she was not good at it and she was afraid of making mistakes. How did the dance teacher help the writer? The dance teacher helped by encouraging her to try again, teaching her patiently, and telling her that it's okay to make mistakes. Key takeaway: Embrace mistakes as part of the learning process. Encouragement goes a long way! 1.7.2013 现在我们来核对一下第二篇课文的阅读问题答案。作者害怕跳舞是因为她觉得自己跳得不好，并且害怕犯错。舞蹈老师通过鼓励她再次尝试、耐心地教她以及告诉她犯错是没关系的，来帮助她克服了恐惧。 ‹#› Text Preview Hobbies That Are Good for You 文章介绍了多种有益的爱好及其好处，强调了培养爱好对身心健康的重要性。 The Dance Teacher 故事讲述了作者在舞蹈老师的帮助下克服恐惧、获得成功的经历，告诉我们要勇于尝试，不怕失败。 希望大家课后认真阅读课文，深入理解文章含义。 1.7.2013 通过对这两篇课文的预习，我们了解到了培养爱好的重要性，以及如何在面对困难时保持勇气，勇于尝试。希望大家在课后能认真阅读课文，深入理解文章的含义。 ‹#› Group Discussion What's your favorite hobby? Why? What is your favorite hobby? How did you start this hobby? What benefits do you get from it? How much time do you spend on it every week? 1.7.2013 现在我们来进行一个小组讨论。请大家和你的组员分享一下你最喜欢的爱好是什么，以及为什么喜欢它。大家可以围绕这几个问题展开讨论。 ‹#› Grammar Focus 不定式 (to do) 的用法 表目的 I do it to relax. 作宾语补足语 He encourages me not to give up. 动名词 (doing) 的用法 作主语 Reading can help us relax. 作宾语 She dreams of travelling. 不定式和动名词是英语中两种重要的非谓语动词形式，掌握它们的核心用法是构建复杂句式的基础。 1.7.2013 接下来我们来回顾一下本单元的语法重点。本单元我们主要学习了不定式和动名词的用法。不定式可以用来表示目的，或者作宾语补足语。动名词可以用来作主语或宾语。 ‹#› Summary & Practice Summary Vocabulary reduce, stress, yoga, object, Italian, programmer, allow, sense, achievement, coin Phrases reduce stress, calm down, keep fit, such as, at the same time Sentence Patterns Doing sth. can help us..., such as, it 作形式主语, dream of doing sth., 宾语从句, 时间状语从句 Practice 1. 用所给词的适当形式填空。 • He used to ______ (play) basketball. • My parents encourage me ______ (study) hard. • I am interested in ______ (read) books. 2. 句型转换。 • Reading can help us relax. (改为一般疑问句) • She likes swimming because it's good for her health. (对划线部分提问) 1.7.2013 最后，我们来对本单元的内容进行一个总结和练习。大家可以快速回顾一下我们学过的词汇、短语和句型，然后完成下面的练习题。 ‹#› Thank You for Watching! See you in class! 1.7.2013 今天的课前预习到此结束，感谢大家的观看！希望通过这次预习，大家对本单元的内容有了更好的理解。在课堂上，我们将对这些内容进行更深入的学习和讨论。谢谢大家！ ‹#› $ 人教版2024初中英语八年级下册Unit 1 Time to Relax Section B 课后练习 一、基础巩固(30分) (一)根据汉语提示或首字母填写单词，完成句子(每空1分，共10分) 1. Reading interesting books is a good way to ________ (丰富) our spare time. 2. She has a ________ (习惯) of drinking a cup of milk before going to bed to relax. 3. The little girl showed great ________ (勇气) when she faced the difficult problem. 4. We should ________ (珍惜) the time we spend with our family and friends. 5. Listening to light music can help us ________ (缓解) the tension after a long day's study. 6. He s________ half an hour reading newspapers every morning to know about the world. 7. It's important to develop a h________ lifestyle, including proper exercise and diet. 8. The teacher praised her for her h________ and positive attitude towards study. 9. After the exam, most students felt r________ and began to enjoy their vacation. 10. We can get a lot of knowledge from different kinds of m________, such as magazines and newspapers. (二)用括号中所给单词的适当形式填空(每空1分，共10分) 1. He kept on ________ (read) the novel until midnight because it was very interesting. 2. The more we exercise, the ________ (healthy) we will be. 3. She is used to ________ (get) up early and doing morning exercises to relax. 4. This story tells us the importance of ________ (keep) a positive mind in life. 5. We were deeply ________ (move) by the kind-hearted man's story. 6. It's a good idea ________ (join) the reading club to make more friends. 7. Her ________ (day) work includes cleaning the room and preparing meals for the family. 8. He advised us ________ (not stay) up late, because it's bad for our health. 9. Reading can help ________ (improve) our vocabulary and writing skills. 10. There are many ________ (difference) ways to relax, and we can choose our favorite. (三)单项填空(每小题2分，共10分) 1. —What's your favorite way to relax? —I like reading. It makes me ________ peaceful. A. feel B. feels C. to feel D. feeling 2. She has developed a habit of ________ for 30 minutes every evening before going to bed. A. read B. reads C. reading D. to read 3. —How do you deal with the pressure from study? —I usually listen to music to ________ myself. A. relax B. relaxes C. relaxed D. relaxing 4. The teacher encourages us ________ more books to open our eyes. A. read B. to read C. reading D. reads 5. We should cherish the time ________ we spend with our parents, because they are getting older. A. which B. who C. what D. whose 二、能力提升(40分) (一)句型转换，按要求改写句子(每空1分，共15分) 1. She spends an hour reading books every day.(对画线部分提问) ______ ______ ______ she spend reading books every day? 2. He relaxes himself by listening to music.(对画线部分提问) ______ ______ he relax himself? 3. It's a good habit to get up early and exercise.(改为同义句) ______ up early and exercise ______ a good habit. 4. The teacher advised us to read more meaningful books.(改为被动语态) We ______ ______ to read more meaningful books by the teacher. 5. Reading can help us relax and gain knowledge.(改为一般疑问句) ______ reading ______ us relax and gain knowledge? (二)补全短文，从方框中选择合适的单词并用其适当形式填空(每空2分，共15分) relax, healthy, spend, develop, happy, important, difference Nowadays, more and more teenagers pay attention to ways to relax. It's 1. ________ for us to balance study and relaxation. There are many 2. ________ ways to relax. Some students like to 3. ________ time playing sports, such as running and swimming. It can keep them 4. ________ and energetic. Others enjoy reading books, which helps them 5. ________ their minds and feel peaceful. We should 6. ________ a good habit of relaxing. Only in this way can we study better and live 7. ________. (三)短文填空(每空2分，共10分) Reading is one of the best ways to relax. When we read, we can get away from the pressure of daily life and enter a 1. ________ (peace) world. We can read different kinds of books, such as storybooks, magazines and novels. Each kind of book brings us 2. ________ (difference) feelings and knowledge. Reading not only helps us relax but also improves our ability 3. ________ (understand) the world. It's a good habit to read for 30 minutes every day. If we stick to it, we 4. ________ (become) better and better. Let's start reading now and enjoy the 5. ________ (happy) it brings us. 三、拓展运用(30分) 阅读理解(每小题3分，共15分) Reading is a wonderful way to relax and enrich our lives. It has been a popular hobby for people of all ages for thousands of years. When you open a book, you can travel to different places, meet different people and experience different stories without leaving your home. For teenagers, reading is not only a way to relax but also a great helper for study. After a long day of hard work, reading a favorite book can make us forget all worries and feel calm. It also helps us improve our vocabulary, grammar and writing skills. By reading, we can learn a lot of knowledge that we can't get from textbooks There are many kinds of books for us to choose from. Storybooks can bring us joy and imagination; history books can help us know about the past; science books can open our eyes to the world of science. We can choose books according to our interests. Developing a reading habit is easy. We can start with 15 to 30 minutes every day. It's better to read in a quiet place, such as a library or our bedroom. As time goes on, we will find more fun in reading and benefit a lot from it. 根据短文内容，选择最佳答案。 1. What is the main idea of the first paragraph? A. The history of reading. B. The benefits of reading. C. Different kinds of books. D. How to develop a reading habit. 2. Why is reading helpful for teenagers' study? A. It can make them forget worries. B. It can improve their language skills. C. It can bring them joy and imagination. D. It can help them travel to different places. 3. Which kind of book can help us know about the past? A. Storybooks. B. History books. C. Science books. D. Magazines. 4. How long does the writer advise us to read every day at first? A. 15 to 30 minutes. B. 30 to 60 minutes. C. One hour. D. Two hours. 5. What can we infer from the passage? A. Reading is only popular among teenagers. B. We can get all knowledge from reading. C. Reading in a quiet place is better. D. It's difficult to develop a reading habit. 书面表达(15分) 假设你是李华，你们学校正在开展“健康放松，快乐学习”主题征文活动，请你根据以下提示，写一篇短文投稿，介绍你最喜欢的放松方式及对同学们的建议。 提示：1. 你最喜欢的放松方式(如阅读、运动、听音乐等)； 2. 这种方式的具体做法及带来的好处； 3. 给同学们的放松建议。 要求：1. 词数80-100； 2. 条理清晰，语句通顺，语法正确； 3. 文中不得出现真实姓名和校名。 ____________________________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________________________ 参考答案及解析(附后) 一、基础巩固 (一)1. enrich 2. habit 3. courage 4. cherish 5. ease 6. spends 7. healthy 8. hard-work 9. relaxed 10. Media (二)1. reading 2. healthier 3. getting 4. keeping 5. moved 6. to join 7. daily 8. not to stay 9. (to) improve 10. different (三)1-5 ACABA 二、能力提升 (一)1. How long does 2. How does 3. Getting; is 4. were advised 5. Can; help (二)1. important 2. different 3. spend 4. healthy 5. relax 6. develop 7. happily (三)1. peaceful 2. different 3. to understand 4. will become 5. happiness 三、拓展运用 阅读理解：1-5 BBBAC 书面表达(范文)： My Favorite Way to Relax As a student, we often feel stressed from study. So it's necessary to find a proper way to relax. My favorite way is reading. Every evening after finishing homework, I spend 30 minutes reading storybooks or magazines. When I read, I can forget all my worries and feel calm. Reading also helps me improve my vocabulary and writing skills, which is good for my study. I advise my classmates to choose a way that suits themselves to relax. We can play sports, listen to music or chat with friends. Remember to balance study and relaxation, and we will learn better. 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $ Unit 1 Time to Relax Section B 1.7.2013 Hello everyone, and welcome to today's English class. Today we're going to explore Section B of Unit 1, where we'll talk about a very interesting topic: hobbies. As you can see from the title, "Hobbies: A Gateway to a Better Life," we'll discover how our hobbies can positively impact our lives. Let's dive in! ‹#› CONTENTS 01 Lead-in & Vocabulary 02 Reading & Grammar 03 Speaking & Writing 04 Project & Summary 1.7.2013 Here's what we have in store for today. We'll start with a quick lead-in and learn some new vocabulary. Then, we'll move on to reading and grammar exercises. After that, we'll practice our speaking and writing skills. Finally, we'll work on a group project and summarize what we've learned. ‹#› What do you do in your free time? Everyone has hobbies. They can make our life more colorful. Playing Sports Reading Books Drawing Art 1.7.2013 To start with, let's think about our own lives. What do you usually do when you have some free time? Do you have any hobbies? As you can see, hobbies are a big part of many people's lives, and they can bring a lot of joy and color to our daily routines. ‹#› New Words Word: reduce Part of Speech:v. Phonetic Symbol:/rɪˈdjuːs/ Meaning:减少，降低 Example:Reading can help reduce stress. 1.7.2013 Now, let's learn some new words related to hobbies and their benefits. The first word is 'reduce'. It means to make something less in size, amount, or degree. For example, many people find that reading can help reduce their stress levels after a busy day. ‹#› New Words Word: stress Part of Speech:n. Phonetic Symbol:/stres/ Meaning:精神压力，紧张 Example:Too much homework can cause a lot of stress. 1.7.2013 The next word is 'stress'. Stress is a feeling of emotional or mental tension. As students, we might feel stress from schoolwork, exams, or other responsibilities. It's important to find healthy ways to manage stress, and hobbies can be a great help. ‹#› New Words achievement Part of Speech:n. Phonetic Symbol:/əˈtʃiːvmənt/ Meaning:成就，成绩 Example:Finishing this project is a great achievement for me. 1.7.2013 Another great benefit of hobbies is the sense of achievement they can bring. 'Achievement' refers to something important that you succeed in doing. Whether it's finishing a painting, learning a new song, or winning a game, these small achievements can boost our confidence and self-esteem. ‹#› New Words Word: challenge Part of Speech:n. & v. Phonetic:/ˈtʃælɪndʒ/ Meaning:挑战；向...挑战 Example:Learning English is a big challenge, but I enjoy it. Taking on challenges helps us grow and learn new things. 1.7.2013 Hobbies can also be challenging. A 'challenge' is something that tests your ability or skill. Taking on challenges can be exciting and rewarding. It helps us grow and learn new things. For example, learning to play a musical instrument is a challenge, but the rewards are well worth it. ‹#› New Words Word: suggestion Part of Speech:n. (noun) Phonetic Symbol:/səˈdʒestʃən/ Meaning:建议，提议 Example:Can you give me some suggestions for my new hobby? ASK FOR SUGGESTIONS 1.7.2013 The last word for today is 'suggestion'. A suggestion is an idea or plan that you offer for someone to consider. If you're thinking about taking up a new hobby, don't hesitate to ask your friends or family for suggestions. They might have some great ideas! ‹#› Fill in the Blanks Hobbies are important for us. They can help us (1) ________ and bring us joy. When we face a (2) ________, our hobbies can give us strength. Achieving a goal in our hobby can give us a sense of (3) ________. If you don't have a hobby, here is a (4) ________: try something new! You might find a new passion that will change your life. Remember, the biggest (5) ________ is to take the first step. Answers: (1) reduce (2) challenge (3) achievement (4) suggestion (5) challenge 1.7.2013 Now, let's put these new words into practice. I have a short passage here with some blanks. Please fill in the blanks with the words we just learned: reduce, stress, achievement, challenge, and suggestion. Take a moment to read through it carefully. ‹#› Pre-reading Question 1:What is your favorite hobby? Why do you like it? Question 2:How does your hobby change your life? 1.7.2013 Before we read the passage, let's think about these two questions. You can discuss them with your partner. What is your favorite hobby, and why do you enjoy it? More importantly, how has your hobby changed your life or made you a better person? ‹#› How Hobbies Can Improve Your Life Reduce Stress & Relax Engaging in enjoyable activities helps us forget worries and calm our minds, like listening to music or painting. Learn New Skills Hobbies like cooking or playing an instrument allow us to acquire new abilities and gain a sense of achievement. Make New Friends Joining hobby clubs or groups connects us with like-minded people, fostering new relationships and shared learning. Conclusion:Hobbies enrich life, reduce stress, build skills, and expand social circles. Start yours today! 1.7.2013 Now, please read the passage silently. It's titled "How Hobbies Can Improve Your Life". As you read, try to find the main idea and the different ways hobbies can benefit us. ‹#› Comprehension Check 1. What is the main idea of the passage? A. Hobbies are only for fun. B. Hobbies can improve our life in many ways. C. Everyone should have a hobby. 2. How can hobbies help us reduce stress? A. By making us forget our problems. B. By giving us a sense of achievement. C. By helping us make new friends. Answers:1. B 2. A 3. C 1.7.2013 Let's check your understanding of the passage. Please answer these three multiple-choice questions. The first question is about the main idea of the passage. The second and third questions are about specific details. ‹#› Grammar Focus: Gerunds as Subject Explanation We can use a gerund (verb-ing) as the subject of a sentence. It usually refers to an action or activity in general. Examples Reading is my favorite hobby. Playing sports is good for health. Collecting stamps can be very interesting. Structure Gerund (Verb-ing) Acts as the subject Verb The main action of the sentence Complete Sentence 1.7.2013 Now, let's move on to grammar. Today we're going to learn about gerunds as subjects. A gerund is a verb form ending in '-ing' that functions as a noun. When we use a gerund as the subject of a sentence, it usually talks about an action in a general sense. For example, 'Reading is my favorite hobby.' Here, 'reading' is the subject of the sentence. ‹#› Rewrite the sentences Instructions: Rewrite the following sentences using the gerund form of the verbs in brackets. (Swim) in the sea is very exciting. (Cook) is my mother's hobby. I enjoy (listen) to classical music. (Learn) English well is not easy. Answers: Swimming in the sea is very exciting. Cooking is my mother's hobby. I enjoy listening to classical music. Learning English well is not easy. 1.7.2013 Let's practice this grammar point. I have four sentences here. Please rewrite each sentence using the gerund form of the verb in brackets. For example, the first sentence is "(Swim) in the sea is very exciting." The correct answer should be "Swimming in the sea is very exciting." ‹#› Grammar Focus: 'such as' vs 'for example' such as Introduces examples that are part of a group. Followed by a noun or noun phrase. Example:I like sportssuch asswimming and running. for example Introduces a specific example. Usually followed by a comma and a complete sentence. Example:I like many sports.For example,I swim every weekend. Key Differences such as:Part of a category, noun phrase, no comma. for example:Specific instance, complete sentence, comma. Both are used to give examples, but in different grammatical structures. 1.7.2013 Next, we'll look at the difference between 'such as' and 'for example'. Both are used to give examples, but they are used in slightly different ways. 'Such as' is used to list examples that are part of a larger category, and it's followed by a noun or noun phrase. 'For example' is used to give a specific example, and it's usually followed by a comma and a complete sentence. ‹#› Fill in the blanks Instructions: Choose the correct phrase to complete the sentences. 1. My brother likes playing ball games, ______ basketball and football. 2. Some countries, ______, Japan and South Korea, are in Asia. 3. He has many hobbies. ______, he likes collecting coins. 4. I enjoy outdoor activities ______ hiking and camping. Answer 1:such as Answer 2:such as Answer 3:For example Answer 4:such as 1.7.2013 Let's practice using 'such as' and 'for example'. Please fill in the blanks with the correct phrase. Remember, 'such as' is for listing examples as part of a group, and 'for example' is for giving a specific example. ‹#› Talk About Your Hobby Dialogue A:Hi, what do you usually do in your free time? B:I usually play the piano. A:That's cool! How long have you been playing? B:For about three years. A:Why do you like it? B:Because it makes me feel relaxed. 1.7.2013 Now, let's move on to speaking. Here's a short dialogue about hobbies. Please read it with your partner. Notice how the characters ask about each other's hobbies and give reasons for liking them. ‹#› Useful Expressions Asking about hobbies: What's your hobby? What do you like to do in your free time? Do you have any hobbies? Talking about hobbies: My hobby is... I like/enjoy... I am interested in... Giving reasons: Because it's... (fun/relaxing/challenging) It makes me feel... I like it because... 1.7.2013 Here are some useful expressions you can use when talking about hobbies. We have expressions for asking about someone's hobbies, talking about your own hobbies, and giving reasons why you like them. Take a moment to familiarize yourself with these phrases. ‹#› Pair Work Instructions Work with your partner. Talk about your hobbies using the expressions we've learned. Useful Tips What is your hobby? How did you start it? How often do you do it? How does it make you feel? 1.7.2013 Now it's your turn to practice. Work with your partner and take turns asking and answering questions about your hobbies. Use the expressions we just learned and the tips provided to guide your conversation. ‹#› My Favorite Hobby My favorite hobby is reading. I love reading because it opens up a whole new world for me. Through books, I can travel to different countries, meet interesting people, and learn about different cultures. I usually read before going to bed. It helps me relax after a long day at school. My favorite type of books is science fiction. I find it very exciting to read about the future and space travel. Reading also helps me improve my vocabulary and writing skills. I have learned many new words and phrases from the books I read. In conclusion, reading is more than just a hobby for me. It is a passion that enriches my life. 1.7.2013 For our writing section, let's look at a model essay about a favorite hobby. This essay is about reading. As you read it, pay attention to its structure and how the writer expresses their ideas. ‹#› Structure of an Essay Introduction Introduce your hobby. Example: "My favorite hobby is reading." Body Paragraph 1 Talk about why you like it and how you do it. Example: "I love reading because..." Body Paragraph 2 Talk about the benefits of your hobby. Example: "Reading also helps me..." Conclusion Summarize your hobby and its importance. Example: "In conclusion..." 1.7.2013 A good essay usually has a clear structure. This essay about reading has four parts: an introduction, two body paragraphs, and a conclusion. The introduction introduces the hobby. The body paragraphs explain why the writer likes reading and the benefits it brings. The conclusion summarizes the main points and emphasizes the importance of the hobby. ‹#› Write Your Own Essay Instructions Write an essay about your favorite hobby. Use the structure we've learned. Outline Introduction:What is your favorite hobby? Body 1:Why do you like it? How do you do it? Body 2:What benefits do you get from it? Conclusion:What does your hobby mean to you? 1.7.2013 Now it's your turn to write. Using the structure we just analyzed, write an essay about your own favorite hobby. You can use the outline provided to help you organize your ideas. Make sure to include an introduction, two body paragraphs, and a conclusion. ‹#› Class Survey: Hobbies Project Introduction In this project, you will work in groups to survey your classmates about their hobbies. Then, you will present your findings to the class. Practice your English in a real-world context and have fun! 1.7.2013 For our final activity, we're going to do a group project. You will work in groups to conduct a survey about hobbies in our class. Then, you'll analyze the data and present your findings to the rest of the class. This is a great opportunity to practice your English in a real-world context. ‹#› Step 1: Design a Questionnaire Instructions Work with your group members to design a questionnaire. Think about the questions you want to ask. Example Questions What is your favorite hobby? How much time do you spend on your hobby every week? Why do you like your hobby? Collaborate and create together! 1.7.2013 The first step is to design a questionnaire. Work with your group to come up with a few questions about your classmates' hobbies. You can ask about their favorite hobby, how much time they spend on it, why they like it, or any other questions you're interested in. ‹#› Step 2: Conduct the Survey Instructions Go around the class and ask your classmates the questions in your questionnaire. Remember to take notes. Tips Be polite. Speak clearly. Listen carefully. 1.7.2013 Once you have your questionnaire ready, it's time to conduct the survey. Go around the class and ask your classmates your questions. Make sure to take good notes on their answers. Remember to be polite, speak clearly, and listen carefully. ‹#› Step 3: Analyze the Data Instructions After collecting all the answers, analyze your data. You can use charts or graphs to show your results. Example How many students like reading? What is the most popular hobby in the class? 1.7.2013 After you've collected all the data, it's time to analyze it. Look for patterns or interesting facts. For example, what is the most popular hobby in the class? How many students like reading? You can use charts or graphs to display your results clearly. ‹#› Step 4: Prepare a Presentation Instructions Prepare a short presentation to show your findings to the class. What to include: The purpose of your survey. The results (use charts/graphs). Your conclusion. Share your insights with confidence! 1.7.2013 Finally, prepare a short presentation to share your findings with the class. Your presentation should include the purpose of your survey, the results (using your charts or graphs), and a conclusion. You can also share any interesting insights you discovered. ‹#› Summary: Key Vocabulary reduce stress achievement challenge suggestion hobby skill relax improve 1.7.2013 Let's quickly summarize what we've learned today. First, we learned some key vocabulary words related to hobbies, such as reduce, stress, achievement, challenge, and suggestion. ‹#› Summary: Grammar Gerunds as Subject (动名词作主语) Example: Reading is my hobby. "such as" vs "for example" (举例) Example: I like sports such as swimming. / I like sports. For example, I swim. 1.7.2013 We also covered two important grammar points: using gerunds as subjects and the difference between 'such as' and 'for example'. Remember, gerunds are verb-ing forms that act as nouns, and 'such as' is used for listing examples, while 'for example' is used for giving specific examples. ‹#› Summary: Language Functions Talking about hobbies (谈论爱好) Asking for and giving suggestions (征求和给出建议) Expressing reasons (表达原因) These are all very useful skills that you can apply in your daily English conversations. 1.7.2013 In terms of language functions, we practiced talking about hobbies, asking for and giving suggestions, and expressing reasons. These are all very useful skills that you can apply in your daily English conversations. ‹#› Homework Review the new words and grammar we learned today. Finish your essay about your favorite hobby. Prepare for the group presentation next class. 1.7.2013 For your homework, please review the new words and grammar we learned today. Also, make sure to finish your essay about your favorite hobby. Finally, continue preparing for your group presentation, which we will share in the next class. ‹#› Optional Activity Create a poster about your hobby. You can draw pictures or use photos. Bring it to class and share it with us. 1.7.2013 If you have extra time, here's an optional activity: create a poster about your hobby. You can draw pictures, use photos, or be as creative as you like. Bring it to class next time and share it with us! ‹#› Thank You Hope you enjoyed learning and had a great time! 1.7.2013 That's all for today's class. Thank you for your hard work and participation. I hope you enjoyed learning about hobbies and how they can improve our lives. ‹#› $