Name activity

Clothing styles.
Basic level pair 30 minutes The students will be able to: Describe typical clothing people wear for each season of the year: spring, summer, fall, and winter. Present pictures about typical cloths people use in different seasons of year. Listen a record of conversation Answer the questions based on the information you hear. Discuses about What are the advantages and disadvantages of buying clothing in a regular store as compared with purchasing something over the Internet.

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Asking for information; using phrasal verbs

Clothing Styles.

Pre-Listening.
Describe typical clothing people wear for each season of the year: spring, summer, fall, and winter.

Listening.
1-Listen to the conversation.

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Ashley: Hey, Jake. Are you ready for your trip? Jake: Well, not really. I still have to buy some clothes. Ashley: Well, what's the weather like where you're going? Jake: Well, uh, it's really hot in the summer, so I'm going to buy some shorts, sandals, and a few t-shirts. Ashley: What about the rest of the year? Jake: People say that the fall can still be warm until November, so I'm going to buy some jeans and a few casual shirts. Ashley: Will you need any warm clothes for the winter? Jake: Well, the weather doesn't get too cold, but it often snows in the mountains, so I'm going to buy a couple of warm sweaters, a jacket, and a hat. I don't have room in my suitcase to pack a coat, so I'm going to wait until I get there and buy it when I really need it. Ashley: Are you going to take anything else?

Jake: They say it rains cats and dogs in the spring, but again, I'll probably just wait and pick up a raincoat or an umbrella later on. But, I'm going to take a good pair of shoes because I plan on walking to and from school every day. Ashley: Do you need any clothing for formal occasions? Jake: Well, you never know when you might need something on the spur of the moment for a wedding or maybe someone's graduation, or a nice date, so I'll probably take some nice slacks, a dress shirt, and a couple (of) crazy ties or two. Ashley: Um, that makes sense. Jake: And I'll just rent a suit or tuxedo if I need anything more formal. Hey, maybe I'll get married. Ashley: You? Married? Hah! Jake: Wait. What are you trying to say? Ashley: I just can't imagine you decked out in a tuxedo for any formal occasion. [What?!] I mean, for high school graduation, you wore an old pair of jeans and tennis shoes. Jake: Hey, there was a reason for that, so let me explain. [Yeah, ha, ha.] No, really. You see, it goes like this . . .
2-Answer the questions based on the information you hear.

1. What does the man plan to wear during the summer months? A. a cool hat B. casual shoes C. light pants

2. What is one thing the man is NOT going to pack for the winter season? A. a coat B. some sweaters C. a jacket 3. What is the weather like in the spring? A. It's windy. B. It's rainy. C. It's cool. 4. What is an example of an occasion where the man might need formal clothes? A. a party B. a business meeting C. a wedding 5. What did the man wear to his high school graduation? A. jeans and tennis shoes B. a casual shirt and tie C. a suit and dress shoes

Post-Listening.
Discuse: What are the advantages and disadvantages of buying clothing in a regular store as compared with purchasing something over the Internet? What have been your experiences in doing both?

Name activity

A Healthy Lifestyle
Intermediate Group 30 min. At the end of lesson, student will be able to knowledge of a health lifestyle vocabulary and have a conversation about the healthy lifestyle Present students pictures of 5 steps to maintaining a healthy lifestyle.

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A Healthy Lifestyle

Pre-Listening.
Think of five important steps to maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Write them down and look up information on the Internet to support these ideas. 1-make exercises. 2-balanced diet. 3-sleep 8 hour minimum. 4-drink 8 glass of water. 5-not over exercise.

Listening.
1-Listen to the conversation.

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Man: Honey, the basketball game is about to start. And could you bring some chips and a bowl of ice cream? And . . . uh . . . a slice of pizza from the fridge. Woman: Anything else? Man:Nope, that's all for now. Hey, hon, you know, they're organizing a company basketball team, and I'm thinking about joining. What do you think? Woman: Humph Man: "Humph" What do you mean "Humph." I was the star player in high school. Woman: Yeah, twenty-five years ago. Look, I just don't want you having a heart attack running up and down the court.

Man: So, what are you suggesting? Should I just abandon the idea? I'm not that out of shape. Woman: Well . . . you ought to at least have a physical before you begin. I mean, it HAS been at least five years since you played at all. Man: Well, okay, but . . . Woman: And you need to watch your diet and cut back on the fatty foods, like ice cream. And you should try eating more fresh fruits and vegetables. Man: Yeah, you're probably right. Woman: And you should take up a little weight training to strengthen your muscles or perhaps try cycling to build up your cardiovascular system. Oh, and you need to go to bed early instead of watching TV half the night. Man: Hey, you're starting to sound like my personal fitness instructor! Woman: No, I just love you, and I want you to be around for a long, long time.

2-Answer the questions based on the information you hear. 1. What does the man want to do? A. play basketball with friends from work B. try out for the company baseball team C. get in shape and compete in a cycling race 2. What is the woman's main concern? A. She is worried her husband will spend too much time away from

home. B. She is afraid her husband will become a fitness freak. C. She is concerned about her husband's health. 3. What is the woman's first suggestion to her husband? A. He should see a doctor. B. Her husband should start with a light workout. C. Her husband needs to visit a fitness trainer. 4. What does the woman advise about the man's diet? A. He should consume less salt. B. He should eat less fatty foods. C. He should add more protein products to his diet.

5. Why does the man's wife recommend cycling? A. It is good for improving muscle tone. B. It helps strengthen the heart. C. It helps develop mental toughness.

Post-Listening
Find information on the following topics and discuss your findings with a partner:

serious health concerns in different countries and solutions to resolving these problems a basic daily menu for a healthy lifestyle recommended exercises for different age groups and people with certain health risks

Name activity

Flower shop
advanced

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Flower Shop.

Pre-Listening.
On what occasions do people buy flowers for others (e.g., marriages, funerals, etc.)? Where can you buy flowers in your area? What types of flowers (and colors) are given for different life events?

Listening.
Listen to the conversation.

http://www.esl-lab.com/ramfiles/flowershop.wax Script Dialogue. Florist: Hi. May I help you? Customer: Yeah. Um. You see, I need some flowers for my wife, and uh, and, you know, I . . . Florist: Let . . . Let me guess. You forget your anniversary, and you're trying to make things up, right? Customer: Oh. Yeah, is it that obvious? Florist: Well, yeah. We see men like you all the time that are so involved in their work that they simply forget about us. Customer: Well, in, in . . . in this case, it's not like that. Florist: Sure. What do you need? Customer: Well, uh, I'd like to get a dozen roses with some greenery, and a very nice card. Florist: Do you really think a dozen roses is going to cut it? Customer: Well, yeah . . . Florist: I mean, if my husband forgot our anniversary, he'd be in the dog house for sure. [Well . . .] You need at

least two dozen roses, a dozen balloons, and a romantic evening at an expensive restaurant. Customer: Well, I only have $10, and . . . Florist: Ten dollars? Well, that will buy you a single rose and a hamburger at McDonalds, but that's it. Customer: Uh, wait. I actually have twelve dollars and . . . wait, hang on, let me see here . . . thirty-two cents, so that might be . . . Florist: Forget playing golf this weekend. Your wife is way more important. Customer: Oh, no. OH, NO! My wife is out in the parking lot looking for me. Oh. And, and . . . she's looking this way. PLEASE, PLEASE. Help me! She'll wring my neck for sure. Florist: Okay, Okay. Uh, let's see. Hum. [ PLEASE, PLEASE!]. Well, well, it looks like I can arrange a small bouquet of roses. [Okay.] A couple are a little wilted[Oh, that's okay.], but that's the best I can do. [ Oh, yes. Oh, yes. That's fine.] And I can also attach a small card and tie a nice ribbon around the flowers. Customer: Oh, that would be great. You're a lifesaver. I'll put you on my Christmas card list forever. Florist: Okay. Okay. That'll be twelve dollars even. Customer: You're an angel. Thank you. Thank you. Oh, no. [What?] Now, she's parked in front of your store waiting for me. I'm dead meat. Do you have a back door? Florist: No! It looks like you need to face the music and just talk to her. [I can't, I can't.] She'll probably be very understanding after you promise . . . [ You don't know my

wife.] Well, you need to promise to wash the dishes and clean the bathroom for the next six months. Get out there and be a man. Customer: Could you call an ambulance . . . just in case? This could get ugly. Florist: Men.
Key Vocabulary

make up (phrasal verb): become friendly after having a fight or argument - My parents made up after having a simple argument over who cooked more at home. cut it (phrasal verb): be enough to do something or deal with an issue - Studying only 30 minutes for the final exam just won't cut it. You'll fail the test for sure if you don't study more. - Buying cheap flowers for your wife won't cut it. She'll certainly be unhappy if you do that. be in the doghouse (idiom): be in disfavor or in a bad situation because you did or said something bad - He was in the doghouse for a while because didn't tell his wife the truth. wring someone's neck (idiom): punish someone for something he or she did - My girlfriend will wring my neck if she finds out I watched a football game with some friends instead of taking her out for dinner. wilt (verb): to bend over and look dead because something is old and dry - The flowers I was going to give my wife wilted because I forgot to water them. dead meat ( (idiom): in serious trouble - Sara's boyfriend is dead meat. She just found out that he has been seeing someone else. face the music (idiom): accept the punishment or the consequences for certain events or your actions - Hey, you have to face the music sooner or later and just accept the fact that your girlfriend isn't coming back to you.

ugly (adjective): very bad or potentially violent - The game turned ugly when players from both teams ran onto the field and started fighting.

answer the questions. 1. Why does the man want to buy flowers for his wife? A. He wants to surprise his wife for her birthday. B. His wife has just received a nice job promotion. C. The man didn't remember the day they got married. 2. The florist summarizes her thoughts on men by saying that they are: A. neglectful and cheap B. serious and thrifty C. conservative and cautious 3. Near the beginning of the conversation, what is one thing that the woman suggests the man do for his wife? A. take his wife to an elegant restaurant B. purchase a couple of beautiful balloons C. buy twelve gorgeous roses 4. Why does the man panic when seeing his wife outside the store? A. She will realize he spaced their important day. B. Her finding him in the flower shop will spoil the surprise. C. His wife will think he is buying the flowers for someone else.

5. What is the most plausible ending to the conversation? A. The man's wife graciously accepts the dozen roses the man buys for her. B. The man begs his wife to forgive him when he comes out of the shop.

C. The florist delivers the flowers for the man because he is embarrassed.

Post-listening.
In the situations below, would you give flowers, and if so, what colors and types would you order?

Your sister is getting married. A close friend passed away. Your father is in the hospital. A friend is graduating from college. A neighbor just had a baby.

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DVD Movie Rentals

Basic level

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DVD Rental.

Reading.
Man: Hey, Kathy. I'm thinking about renting a movie for tonight's party, and I want to know what kind of movies you like. Woman: Okay. What kind of movies do you have in mind? Man: Well, what about action movies? Woman: Ah, I don't really like action movies. Too much violence. Man: Okay, do you like comedies? Woman: Now, I do enjoy comedies. Man: Fine. Well, what do you think of horror movies or love stories? Woman: Uh . . . I'm not really crazy about horror movies, but love stories are often fun to watch. Oh, and I really like foreign films, too. Man: Okay. I'll go to the video store and see what I can find. Thanks.

Post-Reading .
finish these questions for this vocabulary exercise and practice your skills. 1. Action: A. like B. dislike 2. Comedies: A. like B. dislike

3. Horror: A. like B. dislike 4. Love: A. like B. dislike 5. Foreign: A. like B. dislike

Name activity

Asking for a Library Card Application

Medium level At the end of the activity students will be able to understand how to get a library card application form. Group students into pairs. Hand out the Storyboard Photo Sheet. Ask students to describe what is happening. Write any phrasal verbs they may come up with and other information on the board.

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Asking for a Library Card Application

Key Vocabulary
ask for go to fill out take out gives back to look at librarian library application form information desk . not at all proof of identity bill just a sec request forms (can/could/would/may/will)

Look at the library storyboard and write or say one sentence for each photo. Use a verb from the boxes for each sentence. ask for look at go to take out fill out look up

1. Yulianna and Katya _____ _______ the library.

2. They _____ _______ a book together

3. Yulianna _____ the librarian _____ a library card form.

4. Yulianna and Katya _____ _____ the card.

5. They _____ _____ information on the computer.

6. Katya looks for a book to _____ _____ .

Student: Hello. Could I get a library card, please? Student: Hello. Could I get a library card, please? Librarian: Youre welcome. Bye. Student: I have an ESB bill. Is that OK? Student: Thank you. Excuse me. What does block letters mean? Librarian: Thats fine. Just a sec. Here is your new library card. Librarian: You need to fill out this card. Here you go. Librarian: You can take out eight books or cassettes. Librarian: It means write in capital letters. You also need proof of your address. Student: Thank you. How many books can I take out? Student: OK. Thanks very much. Student: Hello. Could I get a library card, please? Librarian: You need to fill out this card. Here you go. Student: Thank you. Excuse me. What does block capitals mean?

Librarian: It means write in capital letters. You also need proof of your address Student: I have an ESB bill. Is that ok? Librarian: Thats fine. Just a sec. Here is your new library card. Student: Thank you. How many books can I take out? Librarian: You can take out eight books or cassettes. Student: Ok. Thanks very much. Librarian: You are welcome. Bye

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A Free Cell Phone!

Basic level

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A Free Cell Phone!

Cell phones, or mobile phones, are becoming more popular around the world as a preferred form of communication, but can you find a cheap calling plan that will fit your budget? What do you look for when deciding on a cell phone or a phone carrier (e.g., cost of phone, number of minutes a month, cancellation fees, etc.)? What types of international calling cards can be used with such phones?.

Reading.
Daughter: Dad. You love me, don't you? Father: Of course, I do. Why do you ask . . . Ah, what's on your mind? Daughter: Well, I saw this great offer for a free cell phone here in the newspaper, and . . . Father: Free? Nothing's ever free. Daughter: Well, the phone is free . . . after a $50 mail-in rebate. Father: Ah, so that's the catch. And why do you need a cell phone anyway? Daughter: Dad. All my friends have one, and I can use it to call you in case the car breaks down. Father: Ah, I don't know. There are always so many fees. Daughter: But the monthly charge for this service is only $29.99, with 1,000 free weekday minutes nationwide, and unlimited weekend minutes. Plus, unlimited, anytime minutes for anyone using the same service. Father: I don't know. Daughter: And you can roll over the extra minutes to the next month instead of just losing them. What do you think of that? Father: Yeah, but what is the term of the service agreement? Daughter: It's only for six months. Father: But what if you cancel early? Daughter: Um . . . Ah, there's a cancellation fee of $200, but with . . . Father: Two hundred bucks! Daughter: Yeah, but you won't have to worry about me while I'm driving the new car. Father: New car? What new car?

Daughter: The new car you'll need to buy so I can use the cell phone. I mean, what's is gonna look like if I'm using a cell phone in our old lemon. Father: Teenagers. What'll they think of next?

Key Vocabulary

rebate (noun): a refund of part of all of the amount paid - The company offers a fifty-dollar rebate on the purchase of a new cellphone. catch (noun): a hidden drawback or disadvantage - So, there must be a catch to buying this cellphone. I mean, why would the company offer it for free? in case (adverb): in the event that - Bring your phone in case we need to call for help. fee (noun): cost, the amount of money you have to pay for something - There are always a number of fees you have to pay when buying a car. charge (noun, also a verb): fee, the amount of money you have to pay for something or (as a verb), require someone to pay money for a product or service - The store charged me too much for the cell phone, so I'm going to return it. nationwide (adverb and adjective): happening around the nation or country - The cell phone company is promoting their services nationwide. - That company offers nationwide cell phone coverage. roll over (phrasal verb): transfer or carry over - This is one of the few companies that allows you to roll over your minutes to the next month without losing them. term (noun): period of time - Over the long term, buying a high-quality phone might make the most financial sense. lemon (noun): a defective automobile - I bought a used car at a really good price, but it turned out to be a lemon.

Answer the questions based on the vocabulary you learned.

1. Often, when you think you're getting a great price and deal on your cell phone service plan, you later realize that there is a _____________, and you have to pay more than you thought. A. ? catch B. ? term C. ? rebate 2. This company will _______________ you all kinds of fees, so be sure to discuss the actual final cost in advance. A. ? roll over B. ? term C. ? charge 3. In the short ___________, a cheap phone might be best, but you should consider paying more for a better phone. A. ? fee B. ? lemon C. ? term 4. Can I use your cell phone? My car broke down for the third time this week, and I can't get it started. To be honest, it's a real ____________, and it's not worth $50. A. ? banana B. ? lemon C. ? strawberry

5. If you don't use all of your cell phone minutes this month, the company will roll _____________ your minutes to the next month, so you don't lose them. A. ? on B. ? over C. ? after

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At the library
Basic level

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At the library.