Unit2 wish you were here Word Power
Zhuyan
Teaching aims
Learn some new words and enlarge Ss’ vocabulary.
Teaching procedures
Step 1 Brainstorming
1. Think about the following questions：
From our own experience, when we go on a tour with a travel agency, what kind of things do we take?
Suppose you want to plan a holiday with your friends, what kinds of things will you plan to take? What about planning an adventure holiday?
1.Please read Part A and summarize the items Colin wants to take on his holiday.
What to take
Why to take them
1. tent
to sleep in
2 sleeping bag
to keep warm
3. life jacket
the water may be dangerous
 4 pan
to cook food
 5 parka and boots
to keep warm in the mountains

2. Let's have a brief discussion on the topic in pairs:
1)Do you think Colin has made good preparations for his travels?
2)If you were his best friend, what suggestions would you give him?
Step 2: Vocabulary learning
1. Think of all the items Colin has packed for his holiday .
2. Compare your answers with the items listed in Part B. Consult each other or the dictionary wherever meeting with difficulties.
3. Pay attention to your pronunciation and spelling.
4. In pairs ask each other questions and try to explain the reasons why these items are necessary for an adventure trip.
You may begin your conversation like this: What items has Colin packed? Do you think candles are necessary? And the other may answer: Of course they are,especially at night when there is no electricity.
5. Please read the letter in Part C. Try to understand the letter first and then choose the proper words to make the letter meaningful.
AnswersC
Step 3: Vocabulary extension
1. Let's discuss the following questions:
Is Colin really well-equipped for the journey?
Is he missing something very important?
2. Read the instructions for Part D and try to complete the items individually. Consult each other or dictionaries before asking help from me.
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