Unit 3 Fascinating Parks Reading and Thinking 课件-2026-2027学年高中英语新人教版选择性必修第一册

UNIT 3 FASCINATING PARKS Reading and Thinking: Experience a national park By the end of this period, you will be able to 1. Learn about the Sarek National Park and summarize the main idea; 2. Experience a national park and use your senses to describe its beauty. 3. Share your ideas on the significance of setting up national parks and live in harmony with nature. Learning objectives: Yellowstone National Park,USA A national park is not a playground. It is a sanctuary for nature and for humans who will accept nature on nature's own terms. ----Michael Frame 国家公园不是游乐园。它是自然的庇护所，也为愿意接受自然本来面貌的人类提供庇护。 ---迈克尔.弗罗 This quote reveals the essence of national parks: accepting nature as it is and protecting it to the fullest extent." [ˈsæŋktʃʊərɪ] 庇护所 Reading and Thinking: Experience a national park Lead-in Before you read, discuss these questions in groups. 1.What kinds of parks have you been to ? What were they like? 2.What are the functions of parks? 3.When you think of national parks, what comes to mind first? What kinds of parks have you been to? history park 1 What kinds of parks have you been to? sports park 2 What kinds of parks have you been to? science theme park 3 What kinds of parks have you been to? culture theme park 4 What kinds of parks have you been to? marine or ocean park 5 What kinds of parks have you been to? amusement park 6 What kinds of parks have you been to? city park 7 What kinds of parks have you been to? national park 8 broaden our horizons relax ourselves appreciate diverse cultures enrich knowledge relieve our pressure take exercise breathe in the air enjoy beautiful scenery … What are the functions of parks? When you think of national parks,what comes to mind first? forests rivers animals A national park is an area of land that is protected by the government for people to visit because of its natural beauty and historical or scientific interest. Sarek National Park 萨勒克国家公园 --Europe's hidden natural treasure Now, let's watch a video about Sarek National Park. Pre-reading Look and predict Pre-reading Sarek National Park 萨勒克国家公园 --Europe's hidden natural treasure Good subheadings catch the reader’s eye and make him or her want to read more. Working out the idea behind the subheadings can help you better understand the structure and the key points of the text. Use subheadlings A Land of Mountains and Ice Man at Peace with Nature A Land of Adventure A Summer Where the Sun Never Sleeps Skim the text.Match the subheadings with the paragraphs. 1___________________________________________________ I wake up to the sound of the wind buffeting the cloth of my tent. Even though the sun is brightly shining, telling whether it is morning or night is impossible. I’m above the Arctic Circle, where in summer the sun never sets. Checking my watch, I see that it is 7:30 a.m. I leave my tent and walk over to the mountain edge… A Summer Where the Sun Never Sleeps 2________________________________ Sarek’s mountains used to be covered by vast sheets of ice. Around 9,000 years ago, this ice melted, leaving behind about 100 glaciers. Soon after, reindeer began to arrive. Following the reindeer were the Sami people, who made this territory their home. Getting here is quite difficult, so apart from the Sami very few people have ever seen Sarek. In 1909, Sarek…on grass. A Land of Mountains and Ice 3___________________________________ For hundreds of years, looking after reindeer was a way of life for the Sami. They used the reindeer’s meat for food…,the Sami would pick up tents and accompany them. Today, most Sami have houses in villages near Sarek and live a modern life ... But every spring, a small number of Sami still follow their reindeer into the valleys of Sarek, living in tents or old cottages and enjoying their traditions. I am not a Sami, but in Sarek I’ve adopted some of their habits. ... 4_________________________________ After breakfast, I pack my bag and set out again…If today is anything like yesterday, it will be full of sweat and hard work as I hike over this difficult land to my destination on the other side of the valley. However, I cannot complain. Being in such a beautiful and wild place makes me feel blessed to be alive. Here I am, alone under this broad sky, breathing the fresh air, and enjoying this great adventure. What could be better? Man at Peace with Nature A Land of Adventure Q1. What type of writing is this passage? A. A scientific report B. A travel journal C. A historical story D. A book review Q2. How is the passage organized? A. By comparing different parks B. By listing facts C. By using subheadings to introduce different aspects D. By telling a story Scan the text again 1. How many hours a day does the sun shine in summer in Sarek? 2. What steps has the Swedish government take to keep Sarek in its natural state? 3. How has life changed for the Sami? Why might so few Sami want to live in Sarek? 4. Why does the writer think the sweat and hard work is worth it? 5. Would you like to visit Sarek? Why or why not? Read the text carefully and answer these questions. Careful reading 1___________________________________________________ I wake up to the sound of the wind buffeting the cloth of my tent. Even though the sun is brightly shining, telling whether it is morning or night is impossible. I’m above the Arctic Circle, where in summer the sun never sets. Checking my watch, I see that it is 7:30 a.m. I leave my tent and walk over to the mountain edge… A Summer Where the Sun Never Sleeps 1. What does the writer mainly describe in Paragraph 1? A. The history of Sarek National Park. B. The writer’s morning experience in the park. C. The traditional life of the Sami people. D. The geographical features of Sweden. 2.How many hours a day does the sun shine in summer in Sarek? _________________________________________________________ 24 hours a day 2___________________________________________________ Sarek’s mountains used to be covered by vast sheets of ice. Around 9,000 years ago, this ice melted, leaving behind about 100 glaciers. Soon after, reindeer began to arrive. Following the reindeer were the Sami people, who made this territory their home. Getting here is quite difficult, so apart from the Sami very few people have ever seen Sarek. In 1909, Sarek was made a national park in order to keep the land in its natural state. Though the Sami are allowed to continue their traditional way of life in the park, no one else can live here, and all new development is banned within park boundaries. At the far side of the valley, an ancient Sami cottage is visible. Close by, there are a few reindeer feeding on grass. A Land of Mountains and Ice What steps did the Swedish government take to protect Sarek? (Paragraph 2) A. They built many roads to make it easier for tourists to visit. B. They made it a national park in 1909 and banned all new development. C. They asked all the Sami people to leave the park. D. They turned the glaciers into tourist attractions. 3. ___________________________ For hundreds of years, looking after reindeer was a way of life for the Sami. They used the reindeer’s meat for food, their bones for tools, and their skin for making clothes and tents. Since reindeer were always on the move, the Sami would pick up their tents and accompany them. Today, most Sami have houses in villages near Sarek and live a modern life just like their neighbours. But every spring, a small number of Sami still follow their reindeer into the valleys of Sarek, living in tents or old cottages and enjoying their traditions. I am not a Sami, but in Sarek I’ve adopted some of their habits. For example, this morning my breakfast is flat bread warmed over a fire, dried reindeer meat, and some sweet and sour berries that I found growing near my tent. Man at Peace with Nature How has the Sami people's lifestyle changed over time? (Paragraph 3) A. They no longer eat reindeer meat. B. All Sami have given up their traditional way of life. C.Most Sami now live in villages and lead a modern life, but some still follow traditions in spring. D. They have moved to southern Sweden. 4. __________________ After breakfast, I pack my bag and set out again. Since I must carry all of my food and supplies with me, my bag weighs about 30 kilograms. If today is anything like yesterday, it will be full of sweat and hard work as I hike over this difficult land to my destination on the other side of the valley. However, I cannot complain. Being in such a beautiful and wild place makes me feel blessed to be alive. Here I am, alone under this broad sky, breathing the fresh air, and enjoying this great adventure. What could be better? A Land of Adventure What does the word "blessed" in Paragraph 4 suggest about the author's feeling? A. He feels religious and prays to God. B.He feels disappointed with the hard hike. C. He feels tired and wants to go home. D. He feels lucky and grateful to experience such beauty. Careful reading Are these senses used to describe Sarek in the text? If so, find out the supporting details. Sight (what I see) Touch (what I do) Smell Taste Sound the sun the river the cottage the reindeer the sky The sun is brightly shining. Spreading out before me, branches of the Rapa River flow through the valley below. At the far side of the valley, an ancient Sami cottage is visible. Close by, there are a few reindeer feeding on grass. … alone under this broad sky … sight (what I see) the bag the sweat Since I must carry all of my food and supplies with me, my bag weighs about 30 kilograms. If today is anything like yesterday, it will be full of sweat and hard work as I hike over this difficult land to my destination on the other side of the valley. Touch (what I do) Smell the air Here I am, alone … breathing the fresh air, and enjoying this great adventure. Taste Sound bread meat berries For example, this morning my breakfast is flat bread warmed over a fire, dried reindeer meat, and some sweet and sour berries that I found growing near my tent. the wind I wake up to the sound of the wind buffeting the cloth of my tent. What are the functions of these senses? To vividly express the author’s feelings. To give readers a sense of reality. To roundly and detailedly describe the journey. Why is Sarek National Park a “hidden natural treasure”? Find some supporting details. I’m in the remote far south of Sweden in Sarek National Park, a place with no roads or towns. (Para. 1) Getting here is quite difficult, so apart from the Sami very few people have ever seen Sarek. (Para. 2) Though the Sami are allowed to continue their traditional way of life in the park, no one else can live here, and all new development is banned within park boundaries. (Para. 2) Thinking It is called "hidden" because it is located in the remote far north of Sweden, above the Arctic Circle. Getting there is quite difficult, and there are no roads or towns. Very few people have ever seen Sarek, making it a well-kept secret of nature. Post-reading Summarise the passage. (P27 E5) In the remote far north of Sweden, in Sarek National Park above the Arctic Circle, I wake up to the sound of the wind b_________the cloth of my tent. Standing at the e_____of the mountain, watching the Rapa River f____ through the valley below, I feel so b_______ to be alive and have this rare opportunity to explore this unique t_______ which is almost unknown to the outside world. Once covered by v____ sheets of ice, Sarek’s mountains are home to the Sami, the native residents of the park. The Sami lived off reindeer, moved with them, and a____________ them for hundreds of years.Today, most Sami have left their ancient c________in the mountain valleys and live a modern life in villages near Sarek instead. To keep its natural state, except for the Sami, no one is allowed to live in Sarek, and all new development is b_______ within the park b__________. It is hoped that Sarek National Park will always remain as it is, natural and beautiful. uffeting dge low lessed erritory ast ccompanied ottages anned oundaries We need to protect nature and the ecological environment just like we protect our eyes, and work for a new pattern of harmonious coexistence between man and nature . ---written by President Xi 我们要像保护眼睛一样保护自然和生态环境，推动形成人与自然和谐共生新格局。 ---习近平 Critical thinking 1. Is it worth making a place like Sarek a national park? 2. Do you think setting up national parks is an effective way to balance development and the protection of nature? THANKS Lavf60.16.100 vid:v0300fg10000d2c63n7og65ocqil655g Lavf59.27.100 Packed by Bilibili XCoder v2.0.2 null, track 14 251393.05 x264 0.128.2216+688+32 a17ff54 tMod [8-bit@4:2:0 X86] $