Conversations - Grade 8 - English

Expert Opinion

Dr Rejaul Karim Barbhuiya Assistant Professor, Central Institute of Educational Technology (CIET), NCERT, Ministry of Education, Government of India

Times have changed. Today is not the time of memorising and copying. Students must be enabled to think for themselves and articulate their thoughts well. They should be able to participate meaningfully and confidently in day-to-day activities – whether it be buying groceries, registering a formal complaint, or voicing opinions freely. A problem-solving attitude, critical outlook, scientific temperament and creativity are non-negotiable skills in the 21st century.

The National Education Policy 2020 talks about technology playing an important role in improving the learning outcomes and learning experiences of children. With the growing penetration of the internet and the easy availability of smartphones and other electronic devices, both parents and teachers can participate in and supervise children's learning through various online apps, quizzes, videos, e-books, educational games and so on. In a nutshell, digital learning has the potential to impact on what children learn and how they learn.

Aakash Chowkase

In the post-Covid world, more than ever before, the parents' role is being seen as pivotal to children's growth and learning. The National Education Policy 2020 released by the Government of India, recognises parents as equal partners in their children's education. At home, it is important for caregivers to create a safe, engaging and positive environment for children to learn, apply themselves and have fun. Parents can also engage actively with children around their homework, curricular and co-curricular activities and projects.

NEP 2020 acknowledges the multilingual reality of India and asserts that the bridge of home language or other familiar language is absolutely crucial for children in the foundational years, not only to help them to comprehend basic subjects, but also to acquire additional languages like English. Thus, the needs-based and systematic use of learners' home languages should be encouraged in the classrooms, along with an anxiety-free, purpose-oriented and input-rich environment.

Aparna Dixit Head of Content and Research, Centre for Learning Resources

Ms Sonia Kumari Assistant Professor, Kamala Nehru College, University of Delhi

Dr

Post-doctoral Research Fellow, University of California, Berkeley, USA, Department of Psychology

Thanks to globalization and the emergence of technologies, international boundaries have become blurred. English, to a high degree, is a commonly understood medium of communication. It is one of the key tools that students need to perform well today and in the future. According to a global study, while recruiting, 98.5% of employers implicitly or explicitly assess a candidate’s English communication skills! There is therefore a growing demand for English communication skills, because it empowers people and enables them to lead a better life.

Functional communication skills, involving aspects of LSRW (listening, speaking, reading and writing), are central to knowledge acquisition, children’s intellectual, social and emotional growth, and life-long learning. Specifically, strong listening and speaking skills are not only vital in the overall language learning process, but also lead to better reading and writing skills. Yet, these foundational skills tend to be neglected in schools due to the high pupil-teacher ratio, lack of oral language-focused assessment, and most importantly, a lack of systematic and allocated practice time for these skills within the classroom.

Aligned with NEP 2020, NCERT learning outcomes and standardized to CEFR (Common European Framework for Reference) levels, Uolo Speak is a hybrid learning program that focuses on building, applying, practising, and assessing these core language skills.

First, through this book as one of the components of the program, the English classroom becomes an avenue to hone functional speaking skills in real time. The teacher-led activities give learners the opportunity to undertake high-quality, level-appropriate, and experiential activities that help to build confidence and expression in English.

Second, the mobile interface of the product ensures consistent practice of functional LSRW skills. These exercises go beyond traditional question types and employ cutting-edge technology to enable learning and generate instant feedback. For instance, learners practise speaking with Al (artificial intelligence), as if conversing with a real person!

Third, Uolo Speak assessment can be conducted by the school in sync with their academic calendars. The assessment is evaluated by Uolo’s English specialists to give performance report and feedback.

Finally, the reporting methodology used in the above three program components, generates a skill growth chart against CEFR levels for each learner, class and the school. Educators can then clearly identify learners who are reaching, meeting, and exceeding the level requirements, and support them accordingly.

Uolo Speak is a powerful, exciting, and unique experience for learners and teachers. It represents a real life and results-oriented approach to develop essential 21st century functional English skills.

Wishing all teachers, parents, and learners lots of fun and joyful experiences as you embark upon this exciting journey with Uolo Speak.

Dr Laraine O'Connell

D. Litt., English, North West University, South Africa

I am a veteran English teacher and lecturer, with a great love for English and for teaching. I have taught English and trained teachers over many years. I live in South Africa and it is a wonderful experience working with a company promoting the learning of English in India.

Each chapter is divided into three sections - Part A, E-Speak, and Part B.

Part A is period 1. It has one text and one classroom activity.

E-Speak section has two mobile app projects. These projects can be done at home or in school.

Part B is period 2. It has one fun activity and one presentation task.

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1 Are You a Storyteller? Narrating stories to an audience

2 Play Your Part Presenting a skit

3 Discussions and Conversations

Participating actively in a conversation

4 My Travel Tales

Narrating personal experiences around travel – verbally and digitally

5 Advertising Techniques Advertising a product

Listen attentively to stories and infer important details

Tell self-authored stories to an audience with adequate voice modulation and actions

Appreciate the plot and theme of a skit Present a short skit with expressions and body movement

Ask relevant questions and respond logically during a conversation

Extend the conversation in a spontaneous and meaningful manner

Appreciate a narrative experience while listening to it

Narrate travel experiences in detail with appropriate vocal and facial expressions

Evaluate the pros and cons of a product after viewing the advertisement

Advertise a product

6 What’s Your Opinion?

Stating opinions and responding to opinions

Present opinions with a sound reasoning

Respond politely and logically to others' opinions 7 Enhance Your Expression Using idioms and proverbs in speech

Appreciate the use of idioms and proverbs Use idioms and proverbs to express oneself effectively 8 Reporting Important Details

Reporting important details about events

Retell important details from a news report

Report important details about events around them 9 Reporting Live Reporting important events around them

Capture important details and ideas by listening to news reports

Report important events accurately and clearly

Chapter 3 Are You a Storyteller?

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your speaking!

Extend the Story

How would Inspector Raghav catch the missing partner? Think about a few things that he could do to catch the culprit. Share with the class. Some clues have been given below.

Example: Inspector Raghav can call the forensic experts and study the fingerprints.

E-Speak

Practise at home!

Do You Dare?

Listen to Natasha’s horror story and learn how she solved the mystery of the castle and the puppets! Record the story with the same feeling and expression.

Tell Us a Story

Tell us your favourite story in short. Narrate with emotion and actions.

Catch the Culprit

Detective Bhonsle has found a suspicious-looking shoeprint at the crime scene. Help detective Bhonsle identify its match among so many other footprints at the crime scene. Be quick!

Chapter 2

Hiccups!

(The stage curtains open)

Scene 1: In the school corridor

Rahul: HIC!

Neha: What’s wrong?

Rahul: HIC! HIC!

Javed: Oh no! He is hiccupping non-stop!

Rahul (his body trembling): HIC! HIC! HIC! HIC!

Neha: I know why he is getting hiccups

Someone’s thinking about him.

Rahul (bewildered): What? HIC! HIC!

Javed: Let’s find out who it is and ask the person to stop so that Rahul’s hiccups go away.

Neha: Yes! Let’s go!

Rahul: HIC! It could be Coach Kapil… HIC! as I missed my football coaching today. HIC!

Anchor: Good Evening, guests. I welcome the students from our theatre group on stage to present a play for you.

Scene 2: At the football ground

Rahul: HIC! HIC! HIC!

Neha: Hello Coach! Are you thinking about Rahul?

Coach Kapil: I am not thinking about Rahul! Why would you think that?

Javed: Rahul is hiccupping constantly. We know this happens when someone is thinking of you.

Coach Kapil (laughing): Haha! That’s just a tale! I have a technique to stop him from hiccupping. Get him to fill his mouth with air, and spin round while holding it.

(Rahul does what the coach says)

Neha and Javed (enthusiastically): It worked! Rahul has stopped hiccupping. Coach Kapil’s solution…

Rahul (with his head spinning): HIC! HIC!

Neha and Javed (sigh with disappointment): Oh no! It didn’t work…

Rahul: HIC! It could be Grandmother… HIC! I forgot to greet her this morning.

Coach Kapil (looking confused): But… that doesn’t even make any sense…

(They rush out before Coach Kapil completes his sentence)

Scene 3: At Rahul’s Grandmother’s house

Rahul: HIC! HIC!

Javed: Grandmother, can you please stop thinking about Rahul so that his hiccups go away?

Grandmother: Ohh! Use my secret solution. It always works. Put a few drops of mustard oil into one nostril and breathe out through the other while standing on one leg.

(Rahul follows the steps)

Neha and Javed (excitedly): No hiccups anymore. Finally, Grandmother’s secret solution…

(Then, suddenly)

Rahul (spraying mustard oil all over): HIC! HIC! HIC!

Neha (sighs with disappointment): Oh no! Even this didn’t work. What now?

Javed: I don’t know! It feels like every trick is useless.

(The curtain closes. Rahul peeps around the curtain, and looks at the audience)

Rahul: Dear audience, hic... what do you... hic... to get rid of the hiccups... hic?

(The anchor enters)

Anchor: A big round of applause for the performers. We hope you liked the play!

applause (uh·plawz): the sound of people clapping together constantly (kawn·stuhnt·lee): all the time enthusiastically (uhn·thyoo·zee·ast·uhk·lee): with a lot of interest and excitement hiccups (hi·kuhps): sudden repeated sound in the throat

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HIC! HIC! Again

You just read a play about Rahul and his hiccups. Now, get into groups and present the scenes from the play we just read. Each group will present ONE scene.

First, decide on the roles each member will play. Read the scenes carefully and practise the dialogues. Use a lot of actions and expressions.

Scene 1: In the school corridor

Scene 2: At the football ground

Scene 3: At Rahul’s Grandmother’s house

E-Speak

Practise at home!

Inspection Day

Listen to Sanket talk about inspection day in school. Then, record it.

Project

School Play

Project

Who Said It?

Match the actors playing different roles with their lines.

I love how a new hairstyle makes my customers happy.

It is a great pleasure to see the crowd dance to my tunes.

I love it when the strokes of my brush create something beautiful.

The safety of my country always comes first.

The most beautiful view from up there is our beautiful planet.

Plan and Speak

The final show!

Lights, Camera, Action

Re-enact a scene from your favourite story, movie or show. Practise the scene using props. Present your skit to the class.

Get into groups of four. 1

Write: Pick any ONE scene from your favourite story, movie or show. Discuss and write the script for the scene you have chosen. 2

AnchorVoice

Hi Everyone!

Today we are going to present a skit named .

It is based on . It is set in .

The characters are .

Now let’s begin the play!

Practise: Practise your skit with your group using expression and actions. 3

Present: It’s time to play your part! Present your skit together to the class. 4

Speak in a loud and clear voice. Look at each other when saying the dialogue. Speak with appropriate actions and expressions. You can use props for your scene. You can read from the book if you want.

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Let’s Talk about Pets

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Pets or No Pets – Thought Chain

What do you think about the statement given below? Share with your friends in the class. Keep inviting the next person. Look at the example below.

It is fun to have pets, but it’s a much of a responsibility too. What do you think?

In my opinion, having pets is much of a responsibility because we have to take them for regular checkups, feed them in time, take care of their cleanliness. Ananya, do you have anything to say on this?

I think it’s good to have pets. They can cheer us up when we are sad. Once, I was very upset but when I reached home and played with my cat Lolo, I felt happy. What do you think, Raman?

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I also agree with Ananya. Pets can be our best friends. They are innocent and playful. I love taking care of my pet dog Robin. He is just two years old and very naughty! What is your opinion, Kalpana?

You could start by saying – in my opinion, I think, in my view, according to me, etc.

End by saying – What do you think? Call out a friend to respond. Listen to your friend’s thoughts carefully and respond accordingly. Share your views politely.

E-Speak

Practise at home!

Travel Tales

Listen to Ashish talking to his teacher about the importance of travelling. Then, record it.

Art Competition

Your friend has won the interschool art competition. Tell us any FOUR questions that you would like to ask him/her.

Who Am I?

Read the riddles and solve them. One has been done for you.

I am a bird who can swim but not fly. Who am I?

I go all around the world but stay in a corner. Who am I? S M P

I get wet when drying. Who am I?

I am full of holes but I can hold water. Who am I?

Plan and Speak

The final show!

Let’s Talk

Draft a conversation with your friend on a chosen topic. Practise the conversation with each other. Finally, present the conversation in the class.

Discuss and tick () ONE topic you want to have a conversation on. 2

What is the best gift you have ever received?

Get into pairs. 1 B D

What is your favourite book/movie?

What is your favourite thing about school?

What is your best holiday experience?

Write: Discuss with your partner and complete the conversation.

Both: Hello friends, we are going to present a conversation on the topic . (mention the topic)

Student 1: Could you tell me ? (ask the question – same as the topic)

Student 2: . What about you?

Student 1: . (share your response to the same question)

Student 2: . (extend the conversation)

Student 1: . (extend the conversation)

Student 2: . (extend the conversation)

Student 1: . (end the conversation)

Practise: Practise the conversation with your partner at home or in class.

Present: Now, it’s time to present your conversation with your partner in front of the class. 5

Look at each other when you speak on the topic. Use a lot of actions and expressions while presenting. Be polite and wait for your turn to speak.

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My Travel Tales

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Plan Your Dream Trip

Imagine a place where you would like to go. Share your travel plan with the class.

Travel Planner

Things to carry

Things to do

Speak about all aspects in complete sentences. Feel free to add more details.

Reminiscing about Those Hills

Talk to a friend to share your recent trip to a hill station!

My Favourite Travel Destination

Which is your favourite travel destination? Why? Tell us a few things about it.

Rate your experience

Practise: Now, prepare for your presentation. Refer to the tips below. 2

Speak in complete sentences. Share all the details. Use a friendly and interactive style for presentation (Hi all, today I am going to talk about my favourite travel experience … / Good afternoon! Last week I went with my parents to the best street food market in the town! / Hi friends, I am so excited to tell you about … /).

Ask fun questions in between to make your presentation more engaging (Has anyone been to this monument? / Can you guess what I enjoyed the most during my trip? / Do you agree with me?).

Present: Now, share your travel experience with the class in an exciting way. Present in 1-2 minutes. 3

Star Scale

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Advertising Techniques

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Is e-Surge 500 Worth It?

You got to know about electric vehicles and saw a newspaper advertisement of e-Surge 500. Now, speak in favour of or against the e-scooter in your own words.

PETROL

fast charging

5G connectivity

touchscreen dashboard

environment friendly

less noise pollution cheaper to run

• e-Surge 500 is a great product because…

• I think we should buy it because…

low top speed

short distance range

costly to buy

less charging stations

limited maintenance services

• I don’t think it’s that great because…

• I do not support e-Surge because...

Pros and Cons of e-Surge 500

Practise at home!

Project

Steel to the Rescue

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Let’s Sell It

Varun’s Organic Farm wants to sell their new product: Farm-Fresh Milk in reusable glass bottles. Advertise it in your unique style!

MilkFreshFarm

E-Speak

Write: Create an advertisement for your chosen product. Write why people should buy your product. 2

Hello, everyone!

Today I am going to present an advertisement for a .

(Product Name)

(Draw your product here)

(Tagline)

(Best selling features)

(Price)

(Description)

Practise: Say the advertisement in an energetic tone many times in front of your family and friends. Tell them why they should buy your product. 3

Present: It’s time to advertise your product! Convince your friends about why they should buy the product you are selling. 4

Show the poster you have created.

Advertise in an interesting manner (first say/sing the jingle and then talk about the features).

Adjust your voice to make your advertisement interesting.

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What’s Your Opinion?

Hey, that’s my cup you are drinking milk from. Look up from your phone, sister!

Oops, sorry about that. I just started an interesting course on computers.

You know, spending too much time on your phone will do you more harm than good.

Huh, says who? Can’t you see that I am learning how to code while enjoying my food?

Says this article right here!

I strongly believe that technology itself is not the problem. But I must admit that the way we use technology can often be. I am of the opinion that we must effectively use digital devices to access learning in a judicious and balanced manner. From what we know, digital technology is rapidly transforming how we learn. As I see it, education technology is already playing an integral role in helping us acquire the necessary skills for the 21st century.

In my opinion, a balanced approach with a blend of online and real-life learning can tremendously help us get the best of education. If you ask me, it is high time we move from the mindset of “us versus technology” to “us and technology.” I am convinced that striking the right balance between screen-free physical-social activities and gadget use is the need of the hour.

I told you so! As excess screen time is harmful, we should learn to use our gadgets responsibly and in moderation.

Not again! Why should I? Because I told you so! The dishes are not going to wash themselves.

OK! All right. Now off you go. It’s your turn to do the dishes today.

Fine! Then, I’d better hurry up and finish it.

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Smartphones – Your Thoughts

Look at the given statements about smartphones. Pick any ONE statement that you agree with the most. Share a reason why you agree with that statement. You can also agree/disagree with your friends when they share.

Smartphones…

are useful for school projects and work.

help us get the latest news.

can be used for learning new things.

are best for gaming.

can entertain us when we get bored.

can disturb one’s sleep and cause body pain.

are the main reason for poor vision.

Here’s what you could say:

Hello everyone!

I think smartphones…

I believe this because…

Thank you.

are useful for contacting people during emergencies.

Here’s how you could respond to a friend: Thank you.

You made a very good point.

I agree/disagree with that because in my opinion…

Give reasons to support your opinion. Be respectful and polite if you are disagreeing with a friend.

E-Speak

Practise at home!

Views on Technology

As a member of the Science club, you have been invited to share your views on the topic Technology : boon or bane with the others. Listen and record it.

Should Children Vote?

Your teacher has asked your class to share its views on whether children should be allowed to vote during elections or not. Share your opinion in a few sentences. Give reasons.

1. Infection caught by a computer

2. You give these to the computer to do something

5. The photo you take of yourself

ACROSS

3. Faces you put in your messages

4. The code you use to unlock your computer

6. Electronic letter

In Support Against

Write: Discuss the positive and negative effects of using the device with your partner. Complete the notes together.

Student 1 - In Support

Hello friends!

My name is and I am going to tell you about the benefits of using a .

The device has many useful features. It .

(Write 2-3 benefits.) .

If you ask me, this device is very useful. I recommend using it. Thank you.

Student 2 - Against

Hello friends!

My name is and I am going to tell you about some of the negative effects of using a . I want to respectfully disagree with my friend. I think, (Write 2-3 negative effects.) .

In my opinion, this device can be harmful if used excessively. Thank you.

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Practise: Go through your lines and practise saying your parts with the partner. Rehearse the debate.

5

Present: With your partner, take turns to present your opinion to the class.

Speak slowly, clearly and politely. Make eye contact with your audience while presenting. In the end, you may ask your friends whose opinion they find more convincing.

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Never Judge a Book By It’s Cover

The saying “never judge a book by its cover” means that we should not judge someone or something based on outer appearance.

Sameer was misjudged by his classmates. Think of a time when someone misjudged you or you misjudged someone. Tick () the experience you want to talk about and share it in class.

When someone misjudged me

Hello friends! Once, I was misjudged by…

(Who misjudged you?)

He/She/They thought that…

(What did they misjudge you about?)

However, in reality,…

(What was the truth?)

That’s why, we should never judge a book by it’s cover.

Thank you.

When I misjudged someone

Hello friends! Once, I misjudged…

(Whom did you misjudge?)

I thought that…

(What did you misjudge them about?)

But in reality,…

(What was the truth?)

That’s why, we should never judge a book by it’s cover.

Thank you.

Example:

Once, I was misjudged by a shopkeeper. He thought that I did not pay him for the biscuits I bought.

However, in reality, I had paid to his staff. When he got to know, he apologised. That’s why, we should never judge a book by it’s cover.

Thank you.

Example:

Once, I misjudged my friend, Ritika. I thought that she is not good at drawing. However, in reality, she draws very well. I got to know when I went to her home and saw her drawing book.

Thank you.

You can also tell what happened and how the incident made you feel.

E-Speak

Practise at home!

A Blessing in Disguise

Rohit accidentally found his love for the piano. Listen to how that happened. Then, record it.

Tell Us a Story

‘Time flies when you’re having fun!’ This means that time passes quickly when you are enjoying yourself a lot. Tell us about an experience when you felt that time was flying!

Project

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You can’t a by its .

A in saves .

Every has a lining .

the

An idiom is a phrase that means something different than the words read in order. A proverb is a short saying that expresses a general truth.

A shot in the dark

Meaning: to make a wild guess

Under the weather

Meaning: to feel unwell

Beat around the bush

Meaning: to avoid saying something

Go the extra mile

Meaning: to make an extra effort

Have the time of your life

Meaning: to enjoy yourself thoroughly

Have butterflies in your stomach

Meaning: to feel very nervous

Better late than never

Meaning: doing something late is better than not doing it at all

Example:

Hello everyone!

I have selected the idiom ‘a shot in the dark’. I will tell you about a situation where it fits.

One day, I participated in a quiz competition. In the end, there was a tie and the final question would decide the winner. I guessed the answer. It was correct, and we won the competition! It was a shot in the dark.

Use actions and expressions to make your event come alive!

Speak your lines loudly and clearly.

Make sure to use the idiom you chose in your speech.

A Rare Discovery

enormous (uh.naw.muhs): very big in size fossil (faw.sl): a dead animal or plant from a thousand years ago that has turned into rock predator (preh.duh.tuh): an animal that kills and eats other animals species (spee.sheez): plants or animals of the same group

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My Report on Fossil Discovery

You listened to a report about a fossil discovered in Gujarat. Now, present a short report in your own words. Say 4-5 sentences.

similar to an ‘eye-lizard’

more research to be carried out by the researchers

ribs, fins, tail, a part of the snout and the skull found oldest fossil ever discovered in India

enormous teeth and fed on smaller animals

the reptile first appeared as an eel-like creature

could swim fast and deep

fossils of a dinosaurlike aquatic animal discovered in Kutch, Gujarat

body and fins like a dolphin

First, say the greetings and introduce the topic of the news report. Choose 2-3 most important details and include them in your report.

Leopard Spotted

E-Speak

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Project

New Year Celebrations

Your society has organised a New Year’s celebration. Report the events that took place in 5-6 sentences. 16

Word Tally

Make AS MANY words as possible from the word ENVIRONMENT. An example has been given.

Plan and Speak

The final show!

Reporting an Event

Pick an event of your choice to report. Write about what happened at the event. Present the report in your class.

Tick () an event from the given options. 1

Blood Donation Drive

• organised by a local NGO

• donors from across the city

• refreshments after donating blood

Handicrafts Exhibition

• organised by government officials

• products from across India

• handmade products on sale

Food Festival

• organised by a famous restaurant

• flavours from across India

• participation by well-known chefs

Tree Plantation

• organised by residents nearby

• participation by many students and parents

• saplings given to plant at home

Write: Draft a short news report about the event you chose.

(Place) (Date, Month, Year)

(Title of the report)

(mention the event that you are covering)

(tell the place and time)

(give 3-4 important details)

(end with a highlight of the event)

Reported by

Practise: Share your report with family and friends. Present it with enthusiasm. 3

Present: Now, it’s time to present the report to your class! 4

Speak in a clear and expressive voice. Use hand gestures and facial expressions. Look at your classmates when presenting the report.

Star Scale

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Live

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Live Updates from the Sports Carnival

Imagine you are a news reporter for your locality. You are covering the weekend sports event in the neighbourhood. Tick (  ) ONE of the following events to give an update about it to your audience.

First, introduce yourself and the sporting event you are covering. Then, tell the place, date, and time.

Finally, tell 1-2 key highlights of the event! Complete in 1-2 minutes.

Event 1: Yoga Challenge

Event 3: Carrom Championship

Event 2: Free Race

Event 4: Cricket Tournament

E-Speak

Practise at home!

Coverage of Painting Exhibition

Your school has organised a painting exhibition. You have been chosen as a news anchor for the day. Listen to a piece of the live coverage. Then say it aloud as a news reporter.

Local News

Report about a super exciting event that has taken place in your neighbourhood. Keep it short and sweet!

Factual details:

Closing lines: Signing off:

The 'Conversations' book follows a unique spiralling approach that systematically builds language skills and enables children to express themselves verbally in real-world situations, thus preparing them for the needs of the 21st century world. Each chapter focuses on building specific and age-appropriate English language competencies by weaving together activities that are contextual, experiential, joyful, and research-based.

• Activity-based Learning: The book offers joyful and experiential activities that build English communication competencies.

• Texts as per NEP 2020 themes: The book has exciting and stimulating texts that pave the way for English communication activities.

• Tech Integration: The book works in sync with the digital world, where various other activities and projects are undertaken. Learner outputs are evaluated through an AI-based speech recognition engine.

• Assessment of Speaking & Listening as per CEFR: The program includes special assessment that allows systematic reporting on growth of English language skills as per the CEFR.

• Teachers’ Manual: The book is complemented by the Teachers’ Manual that enables teachers to conduct each session effectively.

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