Speaking about a morning, writing a short essay and the Unit 1 aims
Speaking first. In a pair, ask and answer two questions about a morning: What is the first thing you do after you wake up? Which part of your morning is the hardest, and why? Answer in full sentences and add a reason with because. Now write. A short essay has three parts. The introduction names the topic in one sentence. The body gives your three activities in order with linking words: first, then, after that, finally. The conclusion sums up in one sentence and often begins with In conclusion or To sum up. For this lesson write 70 to 90 words; your book asks for 180 to 200 words on page 11, so you can extend our frame when you are ready. In Unit 1 you will read about caring jobs, learn the present perfect simple and continuous, listen to a call for help, write a blog post and practise teamwork and clear reporting.
| Part of the essay | Example sentence |
|---|---|
| Introduction | Every morning I follow a simple routine. |
| Activity 1 (First) | First, I drink a glass of water. |
| Activity 2 and 3 (Then, After that) | Then I eat breakfast. After that, I pack my bag. |
| Conclusion (In conclusion) | In conclusion, a good morning makes a good day. |
Every morning I follow a simple routine that gives me energy for school. First, I drink a glass of water and stretch for five minutes, because my back feels stiff after sleeping. Then I eat beans with flatbread while I check my timetable for the day. After that, I pack my bag and walk to the bus stop. These three habits take less than forty minutes, but they make me calm and ready to learn. In conclusion, a good morning helps to make a good day.
| Skill | In Unit 1 |
|---|---|
| Reading | caring jobs, a busy day and a night report |
| Grammar | present perfect simple and continuous |
| Listening | a call for help |
| Writing | a blog post |
Your essay. Write 70 to 90 words about three things you do every morning, with an introduction, First, Then or After that, and a conclusion. Read it aloud to a grown-up and count the words together. If you can, write up to 120 words.