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The people of Uzbekistan, the pride of our homeland
Textbook pp. 8–11
GoalLearn to take pride in talented people of our country and their work, and to look for your own talents.
New words
scientist · olimdiscovery · kashfiyotprofession · kasbtalent · iste’dod
Explanation
In Uzbekistan scientists, athletes, artists, teachers and doctors have become the pride of our people. The textbook tells about a woman biologist, an athlete who placed the flag on Mount Everest and a famous theatre director. They studied a lot and did not give up when it was hard. Everyone has a talent for some field. We should find it and use it for the good of people.
Worked examples
“A profession for the future”. After school Jasur learns to build robots in a club. At first the parts did not fit and he got upset twice. But his teacher said: “Making mistakes is part of learning.” Jasur was patient, and a month later he made a small car move. When he grows up he dreams of becoming an engineer.
Class activity
“Wall of proud people”: each child picks one hard-working or famous person from our country or family and writes their profession and achievement on a poster.
Practice
1
What is needed to become a scientist?
Studying a lot, curiosity and hard work
2
Why is learning foreign languages useful?
We can read new information from around the world and talk with other peoples
3
Which profession do you like and why?
Answers will vary