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U3 Fascinating Parks
Using language Ⅱ Theme Parks
1. get key information of three theme parks and understand the meaning of “fun and more than fun”;
2. learn the structure and language features to introduce a theme park;
3. try to write an introduction about a theme park you like by imitative writing.
Learning Objectives
What’s the place in the picture? Do they have any themes?
A theme park is built based on certain themes, such as _________________________________________________________
Disneyland
cartoon-themed
Universal Beijing Resort
Chimelong Ocean Kingdom
movie-themed
ocean-themed
Lead in
cartoons, movies, oceans, culture, history and so on.
Lead in
What can we do in a theme park?
experience ____________________
go on _________________
an exciting roller coaster
scary free-fall drops
Lead in
What can we do in a theme park?
encounter ______________
_________in a parade
adorable cartoon
appreciate____________________________
characters
incredible music
performances
Lead in
What can we do in a theme park?
ride ____________________
watch ______________________
an enormous pirate ship
a splendid fireworks display
Skimming
Task 1 Read for main idea.
Where is the text from?
A. A travel brochure
B. A travel journal
C. A geography textbook
What is the writing purpose of this text?
To _______________ by introducing three theme parks.
appeal to visitors
Skimming
Task 2 Read for structure.
Title & Subheading
Para.1 Introduce the topic
Para.2 Disneyland
Para.3 Dollywood
Para.4 Chimelong Ocean Kingdom
P1: General
Specific
P2
P3
P4
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A Theme B C
D
Disneyland
(various locations)
cartoon _________________;
Visit a ___________;
From____________
________________
to______________; A parade of _________________ /
Dollywood in
___________
________________________________- Thunderhead _________________________________ put on performances there /
Chimelong Ocean Kingdom in ___________
Water fights against pirates;
exciting roller coaster; water rides Whale Shark Aquarium;
_________________________________;
Polar bears Plenty of restaurants with___________________________
pirate ship
enormous
swinging ships
scary free-fall drops
Disney characters
the Smoky Mountains in the Southeastern USA
America’s historical southeastern culture
An old wooden roller coaster
Famous country
music groups
Zhuhai, China
Dolphin and sea lion shows
tasty
food for
every appetite
Name and location
Rides
Attractions & shows
Food
Ocean
Fun
Travel through space
Finish the table and give headers for column A to D.
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Theme parks Fun more than fun
Disneyland
(various locations) travel through space;
visit a pirate ship; ride from enormous swinging ships to scary free-fall drops; see a parade of Disney characters
Dollywood in
the Smoky Mountains in the Southeastern USA ride an old wooden roller coaster; enjoy performances by famous country music groups
Chimelong Ocean Kingdom in Zhuhai, China join water fights against pirates; ride exciting roller coaster and water rides;walk under Whale Shark Aquarium and watch ...shows; see ...firework display;eat tasty food.
Make your childhood dream come true!
Learn more about
America’s historical
southeastern culture!
Both educational and fun. /Learn more about marine life.
What does the title “Theme parks- fun and more than fun” mean?
Theme parks give us ________as well as ________
pleasure
education
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A adjective
C imperatives
B if-clauses
Find the following items and think about what they add to the text?
Read for language features
Which version appeals to you?
a fairytale character an adorable fairytale character
many rides many exciting rides
swinging ships VS enormous swinging ships
free-fall drops scary free-fall drops
an experience a rare experience
Adjectives _________________ the passage and make the description ______________________.
attitude and emotion
Read for language features
add color and life to
more interesting and vivid
If-clauses and imperatives
If you want to have fun and more than fun, come to Disneyland!
Come to Dollywood to have fun learning all about America’s historical southeastern culture!
Then at night, see the splendid Journey of Lights Parade and fireworks display.
If it is ocean entertainment that you are looking for, come to Chimelong Ocean Kingdom.
If-clauses help the reader _______________ as you suggest;
Imperatives can ________ people to do something.
Read for language features
make the decision
motivate
Writing
A brief Introduction to ________________
Wuhan Flower Expo
Learn from the text-Dollywood
Dollywood, in the beautiful Smoky Mountains in southeastern USA, is unique because it shows and celebrates America’s traditional southeastern culture. Famous country music groups put out performances there all year round, indoors and outdoors. People come from all over America to see skilled workers make wood, glass, and iron objects in the old-fashioned way. Visiting the candy shop and trying some of the same kind of candy that Ameircan southerners made 150 years ago is a rare experience. Riding on the only steam still working in the southeastern United States is a special treat. And for those who like rides, Dollywood has a superb old wooden roller coaster. Thunderhead. It is world-famous for having the longest track in the smallest space. Come to Dollywood to have fun learning all about America’s historic southeastern culture!
name
location
main feature
Beginning
Body
recommendation
rides, activities, attractions, food, shows, sense…
Ending
Writing
An introduction to________________________
Structure Items / Information
1. Beginning
2. Body
3. Ending
name:
theme:
location:
rides
(basic information)
(activities)
(invitation)
attractions/highlights
food
others
Writing
Wuhan Flower Expo
Caidian District
Wuhan Flower Expo
Flower
Four Season Flower Sea, Flower show, making paper fans...
Ferris wheel, glass bridge, hot-air balloon...
hot dry noodles...
light show...
if-clause; imperatives
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writing
Introduce name/location/theme
(课文原句)Dollywood, in the beautiful Smoky Mountains in southeastern USA, is unique because it shows and celebrates America’s tradtional southeastern culture.
1.武汉花博汇(Wuhan Flower Expo)位于武汉蔡甸区,因给游客带来优美的自然风光和令人放松的体验而广受欢迎。
Wuhan Flower Expo, in Caidian District, has become very popular because it offers visitors ________________________________
___________.
beautiful natural scenery and relaxing
experiences
writing
Introduce rides/activities
(课文原句)Famous country music groups put on performances there all year round, indoors and outdoors.
2. 那里全年都有著名的花卉展,室内外均有。
Famous flower-themed shows ________________________________
_______________________.
are put on there all year round,
indoors and outdoors
writing
Introduce rides/activities
(课文原句)People come from all over America to see skilled workers make wood, glass, and iron objects in the old-fashioned way.
3. 来自远近的游客纷纷前来欣赏五彩缤纷的花卉。
__________________________________________________________
People from near and far come to admire colourful flowers.
writing
Introduce rides/activities
(课文原句)As you wander around the fantasy amusement park, you may see ...
____________________ the flower fields, you will get refreshed by ________________________________________________.
4. 当你漫步花田时,微风带着甜甜的花香,伴着鸟鸣birdsong,让你精神焕发。
As you wander around
the gentle wind carrying sweet fragrance and birdsong
writing
Introduce rides/activities
(课文原句)Of course, Disneyland also has many exciting rides to amuse you, from enormous swinging ships to scary free-fall drops.
5. 当然,你还可以体验许多刺激的游乐项目,从巨大的摩天轮到惊险的玻璃桥。
__________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________
Of course, you can enjoy many exciting rides, from the enormous Ferris wheel to the thrilling glass bridge.
writing
Introduce rides/activities
(课文原句)And for those who like rides, Dollywood has a superb old wooden roller coaster.
6. 对于那些对中国传统文化感兴趣的人来说,这里提供了手工制作纸扇,或穿上汉服参加巡游的好机会。
For those __________________________________________, it provides a good chance to make paper fans by hand or dress up in hanfu to join parades.
who are interested in traditional Chinese culture
writing
recommendation
(课文原句)If you want to have fun and more than fun, come to Disneyland!
7. 如果你想享受自然与文化之美,那就来武汉花博汇吧!
______________________________________________________
_____________________________
If you want to enjoy the beauty of nature and culture, come to Wuhan Flower Expo!
Located in Caidian District, Wuhan Flower Expo has become very popular because it offers visitors beautiful natural scenery and relaxing experiences. Famous flower-themed shows are put on there all year round, indoors and outdoors. Visitors from near and far come to admire colorful flowers. As you wander around the flower fields, you will get refreshed by the gentle wind carrying sweet fragrance and birdsong. Of course, you can enjoy many exciting rides, from the enormous Ferris wheel to the thrilling glass bridge. For those who are interested in traditional Chinese culture, it provides a great opportunity to make paper fans by hand or dress up in hanfu to join parades. If you want to enjoy the beauty of nature and traditional culture, come to Wuhan Flower Expo!
Sample
Beginning
(name, location, theme and features)
Body
(activities, rides, senses, attractions, shows…)
End (recommendation)
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