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BY YUSHEN
Unit6
Plan for Yourself
SectionB (1a-1e)
Reading
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1.get key information about resolutions from the text and understand its main ideas.
2.analyze the structure and genre of the text.
3.talk about how to make good plans and stick to them.
4.realize the value of setting goals that are easy to keep for personal growth and understand the importance of perseverance.(坚持)
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Lead-in
What are they talking about?
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New Year’s resolutions!
Have you made any plans last year?
/rezəˈluːʃən/
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Pre-reading
What kinds of plans did you make last year?
Were you able to stick to the plans? Why or why not?
A. 插入 B. 坚持 C. 粘住
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How can we quickly get the main idea of a passage?
Fast reading
Reading tip:
Find the topic sentences to get the main ideas quickly. And the first sentence is usually the topic sentence.
What is this passage mainly about?
The text is about .
making resolutions
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Read the text. Put the sentences in the correct places.
1b
A. Some resolutions have to do with learning new things.
B. For example, a student may decide to start a new study plan.
C. Try to set mini-goals to help you achieve your resolution.
D. After all, the start of the year is often a perfect time for making resolutions.
Tip :
Circle the key words before reading
While-reading skimming
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While-reading skimming
Read the text. Put the sentences in the correct places.
1b
A. Some resolutions have to do with learning new things.
B. For example, a student may decide to start a new study plan.
C. Try to set mini-goals to help you achieve your resolution.
D. After all, the start of the year is often a perfect time for making resolutions.
kind
example
the way to help
time
D
C
B
A
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Read the text again and match each paragraph with its main purpose.
1c
Paragraph 1
Paragraph 2
Paragraph 3
Paragraph 4
A. To list some popular resolutions
B. To introduce the meaning of a resolution
C. To give advice on how to achieve resolutions
D. To explain why some people fail to keep resolutions
Tip:
While reading, underline the topic sentence of each paragraph
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Read the text again and match each paragraph with its main purpose.
1c
Paragraph 1
Paragraph 2
Paragraph 3
Paragraph 4
A. To list some popular resolutions
B. To introduce the meaning of a resolution
C. To give advice on how to achieve resolutions
D. To explain why some people fail to keep resolutions
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Do you know what a resolution is? A resolution is a promise that you make to yourself. People make resolutions to improve their life. The most common kind is a New Year’s resolution. After all, the start of the year is often a perfect time for making resolutions.
1.What is a resolution?
A resolution is a promise that you
make to yourself.
2.Why do people make resolutions?
3.When do people make resolutions?
The start of the year.
Careful reading
To improve their life.
Para.1
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Resolutions can be about anything. Some are about physical health. For example, some people may promise to exercise more or eat more healthily. Some resolutions have to do with learning new things. People might decide they are going to take up a hobby, like painting or photography. And some resolutions have to do with self-improvement, like becoming more confident or organized. For example, a student may decide to start a new study plan.
1.How many kinds of resolutions are mentioned in the passage?
Three
2.How does the writer explain each kind of resolution?
By giving examples.
Careful reading
Para.2
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self -improvement
1.exercise more
2.
2.
learn painting or photography
1.
How many kinds of resolutions does the writer talk about?
What are the resolutions?
Three kinds
of resolutions
physical health
learn new things
eat more healthily
take up a hobby
more confident or organized
Resolutions can be about anything. Some are about physical health. For example, some people may promise to exercise more or eat more healthily. Some resolutions have to do with learning new things. People might decide they are going to take up a hobby, like painting or photography. And some resolutions have to do with self-improvement, like becoming more confident or organized. For example, a student may decide to start a new study plan.
Let’s complete the mind map
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Discuss the question.
Besides these kinds, can you think of any other kinds of resolution ?
Resolutions can be about anything, study, life, friendship...
Every time I get up, I will make my bed.
This resolution is about habit.
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Although there are differences, most resolutions have one thing in common: people hardly ever keep them! But there are good reasons for this. Sometimes the resolutions may be too difficult to keep. And sometimes people just forget about them.
What is the thing in common that most resolutions have? and Why?
Careful reading
Para.3
reason 1
reason 2
The resolutions may be ________________ .
Sometimes people___________ their resolutions.
reasons
too difficult to keep
forget about
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Discuss the question.
Can you think of any other reasons?
lack concentration (缺乏注意力)
excuse(借口)
no feedback(反馈)
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To make your resolutions work, you need to plan them wisely. Always make sure your resolution is possible to achieve. Don’t set a goal that is too difficult or too much for you. Try to set mini-goals to help you achieve your resolution. And if you don’t want to forget your resolutions, write them down. Also, talk about them with your family and friends. Encourage them to remind you of your goals. So what resolutions are you going to make? How are you going to keep them?
How many wise ways are mentioned to set up a wise resolution?
Three
Careful reading
Para.4
How to make resolutions work.
1.
2.
3.
Reading tip:
Pay attention to the linking words. It may help a lot.
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Discuss the question.
Can you think of any other wise ways?
ask someone to supervise(监督)
be brave
give yourself a reward(奖励)
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Complete the mind map with the information from the text.
1d
Notice the categories(类别) on the map and use short phrases to answer.
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Making Resolutions
Do you know what a resolution is? A resolution is a promise that you make to yourself. People make resolutions to improve their life. The most common kind is a New Year's resolution. After all, the start of the year is often a perfect time for making resolutions.
Resolutions can be about anything. Some are about physical health. For example, some people may promise to exercise more or eat more healthily. Some resolutions have to do with learning new things. People might decide they are going to take up a hobby, like painting or photography. And some resolutions have to do with self-improvement, like becoming more confident or organized. For example, a student may decide to start a new study plan.
Although there are differences, most resolutions have one thing in common: People hardly ever keep them! But there are good reasons for this. Sometimes the resolutions may be too difficult to keep. And sometimes people just forget about them.
To make your resolutions work, you need to plan them wisely. Always make sure your resolution is possible to achieve. Don’t set a goal that is too difficult or too much for you. Try to set mini-goals to help you achieve your resolution. And if you don’t want to forget your resolutions, write them down. Also, talk about them with your family and friends. Encourage them to remind you of your goals. So what resolutions are you going to make? How are you going to keep them?
Resolution
a promise that
_____________
_____________
meaning
you make to yourself
Read and complete
most common kind
______________
______________
______________
when to make it
________________________
a New Year’s resolution
the start of the year
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Making Resolutions
Do you know what a resolution is? A resolution is a promise that you make to yourself. People make resolutions to improve their life. The most common kind is a New Year's resolution. After all, the start of the year is often a perfect time for making resolutions.
Resolutions can be about anything. Some are about physical health. For example, some people may promise to exercise more or eat more healthily. Some resolutions have to do with learning new things. People might decide they are going to take up a hobby, like painting or photography. And some resolutions have to do with self-improvement, like becoming more confident or organized. For example, a student may decide to start a new study plan.
Although there are differences, most resolutions have one thing in common: People hardly ever keep them! But there are good reasons for this. Sometimes the resolutions may be too difficult to keep. And sometimes people just forget about them.
To make your resolutions work, you need to plan them wisely. Always make sure your resolution is possible to achieve. Don’t set a goal that is too difficult or too much for you. Try to set mini-goals to help you achieve your resolution. And if you don’t want to forget your resolutions, write them down. Also, talk about them with your family and friends. Encourage them to remind you of your goals. So what resolutions are you going to make? How are you going to keep them?
Resolution
a promise that
_____________
_____________
meaning
you make to yourself
Read and complete
most common kind
______________
______________
______________
when to make it
________________________
a New Year’s resolution
the start of the year
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Making Resolutions
Do you know what a resolution is? A resolution is a promise that you make to yourself. People make resolutions to improve their life. The most common kind is a New Year's resolution. After all, the start of the year is often a perfect time for making resolutions.
Resolutions can be about anything. Some are about physical health. For example, some people may promise to exercise more or eat more healthily. Some resolutions have to do with learning new things. People might decide they are going to take up a hobby, like painting or photography. And some resolutions have to do with self-improvement, like becoming more confident or organized. For example, a student may decide to start a new study plan.
Although there are differences, most resolutions have one thing in common: People hardly ever keep them! But there are good reasons for this. Sometimes the resolutions may be too difficult to keep. And sometimes people just forget about them.
To make your resolutions work, you need to plan them wisely. Always make sure your resolution is possible to achieve. Don’t set a goal that is too difficult or too much for you. Try to set mini-goals to help you achieve your resolution. And if you don’t want to forget your resolutions, write them down. Also, talk about them with your family and friends. Encourage them to remind you of your goals. So what resolutions are you going to make? How are you going to keep them?
Resolution
reasons why
people hardly
keep resolutions
__________________________________________________________________
②just forget
①too difficult to keep
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how to
make
resolutions
work
________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________
________________________________________
Resolution
Making Resolutions
Do you know what a resolution is? A resolution is a promise that you make to yourself. People make resolutions to improve their life. The most common kind is a New Year's resolution. After all, the start of the year is often a perfect time for making resolutions.
Resolutions can be about anything. Some are about physical health. For example, some people may promise to exercise more or eat more healthily. Some resolutions have to do with learning new things. People might decide they are going to take up a hobby, like painting or photography. And some resolutions have to do with self-improvement, like becoming more confident or organized. For example, a student may decide to start a new study plan.
Although there are differences, most resolutions have one thing in common: People hardly ever keep them! But there are good reasons for this. Sometimes the resolutions may be too difficult to keep. And sometimes people just forget about them.
To make your resolutions work, you need to plan them wisely. Always make sure your resolution is possible to achieve. Don’t set a goal that is too difficult or too much for you. Try to set mini-goals to help you achieve your resolution. And if you don’t want to forget your resolutions, write them down. Also, talk about them with your family and friends. Encourage them to remind you of your goals. So what resolutions are you going to make? How are you going to keep them?
①possible to achieve
②set mini-goals
③write them down to remember
④encourage your family and friends to remind you
Read and complete
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What type of the passage is it?
A. Narrative (to tell a story).
B. Expository (to explain information).
C. Argumentative (to convince the reader )
Think
about resolutions
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Discuss the questions.
1. Do you think it is useful to make resolutions? Why or why not?
Yes, it’s useful.
helps set clear goals
improves time-management
builds self-discipline (自律)
/ˌself ˈdɪsəplɪn/
1e
No, it’s useless.
lacks flexibility (灵活性)
causes stress
may be not realistic (现实的)
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Discuss the questions.
1e
2. Do you like to plan ahead or do things at the last moment? Why?
I like to plan ahead.
Less stress— I know what to do and when.
Better results—Planning helps me do things well.
More free time—Planning helps me finish early.
I like to do things at the last moment.
More exciting— I work faster under pressure.
Flexible—I can change my mind easily.
Saves time—No need to plan for hours—just do it.
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Post-reading
My resolutions of 2026
My resolution of 2026 has to do with .
I am going to .
To stick to my resolution, I will .
e.g. My resolution of 2026 has to do with physical health.
I am going to get up early for exercise .
To stick to my resolution, I will make a schedule(计划表).
Resolutions
skill
study
habit
friendship
physical health
self-improvment
......
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Remember:
Where there is a will,there is a way.(有志者事竟成)
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Must-do 必做
1.Retell the passage according to the mind map.
2. Think about your resolutions and try to write down at least three.
Choose to do 选做
1.Interview your parents about their resolutions and how they keep them.
Homework
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