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Unit 8
Lesson 1
Roots and Shoots
1.Get clear information about Roots & Shoots (founder, time, purpose, meaning);
2. Use reading strategies (skimming, scanning) to analyze structure and ideas;
3. Reflect on “Just-me-ism” and build awareness of environmental protection and concept;
4. Take real action:design a youth-led community project, showing that every individual matters.
Learning Objectives
Contents
Pre-reading
I
While-Reading
IV
II
V
III
Homework
Lead-in
Post-Reading
01 Lead in
Lead in
Have you ever heard this concept?
Do you know its meaning?
What's the cost of these behaviors?
Lead in
Wasting Water
"It doesn't matter if I waste a little water."
Wasting Energy
"It's just me. No one will ever know."
Littering
"It's just a little bit of trash. No big deal."
1.7.2013
看看这些场景,是不是很熟悉?我们有时会想,就我一个人这样做,能有什么影响呢?这种想法,我们称之为“Just-me-ism”。但如果每个人都这么想,会发生什么呢?成千上万的水龙头流淌,数百万的灯泡亮着,成吨的垃圾被丢弃。这个小小的“我”,汇聚起来,力量巨大。
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But wait...
Is there
HOPE?
1.7.2013
面对这些问题,我们可能会感到无力。但是,请等一下,希望真的存在吗?答案是肯定的!今天,我们将认识一位伟大的女性和她发起的一项全球性运动,它告诉我们,每个微小的个体都能汇聚成改变世界的力量。
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Contents
Pre-reading
I
While-Reading
IV
II
V
III
Homework
Lead-in
Post-Reading
02 Pre-reading
Pre-Reading
Before you read
Look at the picture and the title "Roots & Shoots".
Guess:
What do you think this text is going to talk about?
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Contents
Pre-reading
I
While-Reading
IV
II
V
III
Homework
Lead-in
Post-Reading
03 While-reading
Activity 1: what’s the main idea of each paragraph. (3 minutes)
para.1
para.2
para.3
para.4
The meaning of its name
What is Just-me-ism
The basic information of Roots and Shoots
A call to action
While-reading
(skimming )
Reading for details
1.What is “Just-me-ism” ?
2.Why is “Just-me-ism” a problem ?
(scanning)
Do you have any suggestions to solve the problem?
Activity 2 : Read paragraph 1 . Answer the questions. (3 minutes)
Activity 3 :Read the rest of the text and fill in the form.
Roots
&
Shoots The time of its establishment (1)_______________
The founder (2)______________
The purpose To (3)________ young people to take action for the environment, animals and their community.
To (4)__________young people to help build a future that is (5)______ and live together (6)_________________.
In the early 1990s
Dr. Jane Goodall
educate
secure
in peace with nature
inspire
(scanning)
(5 minutes)
Activity 4 :Read the text again and discuss the meaning of Roots and Shoots
Roots move slowly under the ground to make a firm
foundation.
Shoots seem small and weak, but they can break open brick walls to reach the light.
root
shoot
Root:the part of the plant that___________________.
grows under the ground
Shoot:the first part of the plant that ______________________.
grows up above the ground
Read and explore
Read and explore
Why is the organisation called Roots & Shoots?
Roots and shoots represent young people all around the world.
Hundreds and thousands of roots and shoots together can solve the problems, change the world and make it a better place to live in.
Contents
Pre-reading
I
While-Reading
IV
II
V
III
Homework
Lead-in
Post-Reading
04 Post-reading
What is really green? What can we do to protect the environment?
consume four times of energy and three times the amount of water
hard to break down and may easily cause death to animals
Critical thinking
Post-reading
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Group Task: Design Your Own "Roots & Shoots" Project
Imagine you are creating a new environmental group at our school. Work in your teams to design these four key parts:
1. A Name
What will you call your group? Be creative and let it reflect your mission!
2. A Purpose
What problem do you want to solve? (e.g., reduce plastic waste, save water, protect local wildlife)
3. A Slogan
Create a short, catchy slogan that captures your group’s spirit and encourages others to join!
4. Three Small Actions
What are three simple, realistic things your group will do in the first month? (e.g., start a recycling campaign)
💡 Prepare to share your amazing ideas with the class!
1.7.2013
This is the most exciting part of our lesson. Now, you're going to become the founders of your own Roots & Shoots group! In your teams, design a new environmental group for our school. Give it a name, define its purpose, create a powerful slogan, and plan three small actions you can take right away. Be ready to present your amazing ideas to the class.
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Contents
Pre-reading
I
While-Reading
IV
II
V
III
Homework
Lead-in
Post-Reading
05 Summary
Who Founded It?
The world-renowned primatologist,Dr. Jane Goodall.
• Founded in the early 1990s.
• A global youth-focused initiative.
Roots
They go deep into the community, providing a firm foundation for positive change.
Shoots
Individually small and fragile, but together, they are powerful enough to break through concrete walls.
Our Vision & Goal
Purpose:Inspire and educate young people to take action.
Goal:Build a secure future where people live in peace with nature.
“Every individual matters.”
Summary
What have you learnt from this passage?
1.7.2013
So, what's the solution to 'Just-me-ism'? It's a global movement called Roots & Shoots. Founded by the amazing Dr. Jane Goodall, this program empowers young people like you and me.
The name is symbolic. 'Roots' represent the strong foundation we build in our communities. 'Shoots' represent us—small, but powerful when we work together.
The core message is simple yet profound: Every single one of us matters.
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We have only one earth, let’s live green and save the earth.
Be a part of a community for a shared future .
Take action now!
Lucid waters and lush mountains are invaluable assets.
Contents
Pre-reading
I
While-Reading
IV
II
V
III
Homework
Lead-in
Post-Reading
06 Homework
Homework
Suppose your school is facing serious problems recently, such as food waste in the dining hall, littering everywhere on campus, and improper disposal of rubbish. Please write an article to contribute to the school English newspaper, calling on all students to protect the campus environment and save resources.
(Write at least 120 words)
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Thank you!
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