story time

1 Learning about physical appearance

1 Listen to the conversation between Sam, Dario and their friends.

a What is the topic of the conversation? b Read the conversation. Sam Ugh. I really don’t like this new PE teacher. What is her name again? Dario Miss Ryder. She seems nice to me. Sam She seems nice? Hmmm. Do you think she’s pretty? Dario Don’t be silly. I don’t like blondes. Sam Is that the only reason? Or is she too curvy? Dario Not really. I like curvy girls, not that there’s anything wrong with being thin. Lee Ching Yeah, we know he thinks Sam is cute. So he must fancy redheads with curls and green eyes. Layla Such a pity that I’m a brunette. I think Dario is quite handsome. I really like his dark skin. Lee Ching I like tanned skin, but I like fair skin as well. And I am a softy for freckles. Layla Hmmm ... if you like red hair and freckles, Nathan is your perfect match. I’m sure he is a fan of your black hair and hazel eyes. You look exotic. Ms Ryder Okay everyone. We need two teams. Let’s see ... Dario and Lee Ching are team captains. You can choose who you want on your teams. Nathan I hate it when we have to play in teams like this. I’m so short. I am always the last one to be picked. Grace Oh, come on, you’re okay! The best gifts always come in small packages. Wilson Well, that’s horrible news for me then. I'm a really big package. And I don’t mean my height. Morgan I think you look amazing Wilson. Great gifts come in all sizes if you ask me. Wilson That’s easy for you to say, Morgan. You’re tall, blond and beautiful. Proefhoofdstuk©VANIN Ali Look around, mate. We’re all different sizes and colours. Sure, I look like a god with my long black hair and brown eyes. But everyone is different. As long as you feel comfortable in your own skin there is nothing to worry about. Wilson I guess you’re right. I know I’m a bit chubby, but my brother says I look like a whale. I usually ignore him, but it isn’t always easy. It hurts my feelings, you know.

Morgan That’s called body shaming and it is not okay. It doesn’t matter what you look like. It’s what is on the inside that counts. What gives your brother the right to say such mean things? He isn’t skinny, is he? Wilson Not really. Maybe he is uncomfortable in his skin? Ali Yeah, he’s probably jealous of your good looks. I find you very attractive. Wilson Alright, alright, that’s a little much. Ms Ryder Is there a problem, guys? All No, Ms Ryder. Ms Ryder Then stop talking so we can make the teams up. All Yes, Ms Ryder. c Who’s who? Choose an option. - Use the text to write the correct name for each character. - Listen to the conversation and write the correct name for each character. d Look at the text. Do you know more words related to physical appearance? 3 4 51 2 8 96 7 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 2 Proefhoofdstuk©VANIN Write them down in the boxes.

2 Have a look at the interactive picture and discover the words related to physical appearance. Listen to the pronunciation and check the spelling.

Check: vocabulary ‘physical appearance’

Ik ken in het Engels woorden rond uiterlijke kenmerken.

4 Take a look at the different people that work at Brighton College.

Listen to their descriptions and write the matching number below each employee.

Mr Reed Ms O’Connell Mr King Ms King Ms Ryder

5 Do you remember how to use the present simple?

Go to the interactive picture and watch the instruction videos or scan the QR codes to refresh your memory. 6 Complete the sentences to make them correct.

Use the present simple.

1 The sun during the day, but it doesn’t shine at night. 2 Cats , dogs bark.

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3 People don’t usually wear shorts in winter. They shorts in summer.

4 My baby brother cries when he is hungry, but he

he is asleep. when

7 Look at the pictures of Mr Reed and Ms Ryder. Put the words in the blue box in the correct form of the present simple so the sentences are true.

1 to have Mr Reed fair skin. 2 to wear He black clothes to school. 3 to teach Mr Reed and Ms Ryder at Brighton College. 4 to be Mr Reed fat. 5 to like Mr Reed and Ms Ryder apples. 6 to have Ms Ryder blond hair. 7 to eat They fruit and vegetables. Wil je nog oefenen? Op diddit vind je extra oefenmateriaal. 8 Describe yourself. Write three sentences in which you use the positive form of the verb and three sentences in which you use the negative form of the verb. Be kind. Proefhoofdstuk©VANIN

Check: present simple in positive and negative sentences

Ik kan in het Engels de ‘present simple’ gebruiken in mededelende zinnen. Ik kan in het Engels de ‘present simple’ gebruiken in ontkennende zinnen.

a What is the purpose of this video? Tick off the correct answer(s). to give information to give an opinion to give instructions to entertain

b What does the video teach you? Highlight the correct answer. 1 How to sing in a band. 2 How to say how often something happens. 3 How to act crazy. c Highlight the words that you think are adverbs of frequency. occasionally sing often normally usually sometimes

happy

seldom d Can you find three more important adverbs of frequency? Add them to the word cloud. e Put the adverbs of frequency in order according to how often they happen. never Proefhoofdstuk©VANIN

always

1 … eat at Mc Donald's.

2 … play video games.

3 … go shopping.

4 … do your homework.

How to say how often something happens?

To say how often something happens you use adverbs of frequency.

I often sing.

You sometimes sing.

They normally sing. Rule: subject + adverb of frequency + main verb

Mind!

He is never grumpy.

We are always grumpy.

You are seldom grumpy. Rule: subject + a form of to be + adverb of frequency + rest of the sentence

GRAMMAR 10 Rewrite the sentences with the adverbs of frequency between brackets in the correct place. 1 She helps people. (always) 2 Lee Ching worries too much. (often) 3 Ali is confident. (usually) 4 Morgan and Grace fight. (seldom) Proefhoofdstuk©VANIN 5 We are alone. (never)

1 to help with the chores

2 to be happy

3 to play video games 4 to feel fit 5 to be late Checklist: learning about physical appearance Wat kan ik al? Check: adverbs of frequency Ik kan in het Engels zeggen hoe vaak iets gebeurt. Proefhoofdstuk©VANIN

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2 Learning about personalities and feelings

1 Look at the text.

a What type of text is this? Tick off the correct answer. a meme a comic strip a cartoon an advertisement

b Read the text.

Hey guys. Do you know what’s wrong with Wilson? He’s usually very chatty. But he seems really shy at the moment.

Who says there is something wrong? Yeah, we can’t all be confident all of the time. You’re so serious, Lee Ching. Maybe. I’m just worried. Lee Ching is worried about Wilson. Is something wrong with him? Hey guys. What’s all the fuss about? Yeah Ali, don ‘t be mean. She’s a sensitive and caring person. It’s a lot better than being selfish! Well, that’s rude. Well, now that you mention it ... I’ve got a message to show you. He sounds a bit depressed and moody. It has to do with his weight. I don’t know if I was very helpful. Does he seem unhappy or sad to you? Hey Wilson! Do you want to go to Funland �� next weekend? What’s up? �� I don’t know, mate. I don’t feel well. �� Well, people call me fat because I gained some weight. I don’t think an amusement park will make me feel better. What if I don’t fit on the rides? You’re crazy, mate. You don’t have to lose weight at all. No worries. Still, I think I’ll pass. Thanks for asking. �� Proefhoofdstuk©VANIN

I guess you are right, Lee Ching. I’m sorry for being nasty about it.

No worries, Ali. Do you guys want to help cheer him up?

Great idea! He is so friendly to everyone. What he needs now is to know that he’s not alone. Let’s meet up during lunch to think up a plan!

c Describe in one sentence what the text is about. d Why does Lee Ching think there is something wrong with Wilson? e Write three words from the text that describe Lee Ching. g What does Ali do to make things right? h Where does the conversation take place? Give two reasons you think this. 1 f Write three words that describe Ali in the first part of the conversation. Proefhoofdstuk©VANIN 2

i Who do you think Wilson’s best friend is? Explain your answer. Write in English or Dutch.

2 Have a look at the interactive picture and discover the words related to personalities and feelings. Listen to the pronunciation and check the spelling.

a Match the picture to the correct word.

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7 86 serious mean helpful friendly confident shy chatty rude b Make a word cloud with words about your personality. Tip: use the comic strip or an online dictionary for inspiration. 5 Proefhoofdstuk©VANIN

Check: vocabulary ‘personalities and feelings’

Ik ken in het Engels woorden die persoonlijkheden en gevoelens beschrijven.

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What’s all the fuss about?

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Who says there is something wrong?

Do you know what’s wrong with Wilson?

4 Does he seem unhappy or sad to you? 5 Do you guys want to help cheer him up? 6 Is something wrong with him?

4 Do you remember how to ask questions using the present simple?

Go to the interactive picture and watch the instruction videos or scan the QR codes to refresh your memory. 5 Complete the questions. Use the words from the blue box.

1 who, to be the girl with the big smile? 2 Josh, to go to school with them? 3 you, to be shy? 4 when, we, to cheer up Wilson ? 5 how, Layla, to feel feel?

6 Read the answers. Complete the questions to make them correct.

Question: Answer:

1 Wilson sad? Yes, he does. they ? They live in Brighton. 3 Wilson’s best friend? Nathan is Wilson’s best friend. 4 Lee Ching worried? Because Wilson doesn’t seem happy. 5 they a plan to cheer him up? No, they don't.

7 Play a game to practise asking questions in the present simple.

Your teacher will explain what to do.

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Wil je nog oefenen? Op diddit vind je extra oefenmateriaal.

Check: asking questions using the present simple

Ik kan in het Engels vragen stellen in de ‘present simple’.

a Read the title. What do you think the article is about? Discuss.

b Read the following words before you read the text. Tick off the words you already know.

Words from the text Words I understand before reading Words I understand after reading

a bestie

permission cheesy a prank c Read the article.

How to cheer someone up: 10 ways to make a friend smile Here's exactly how to make someone feel better by McKenzie Terry MARCH 25, 2020

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When your bestie is down in the dumps, all you want to do is cheer them up. We've got tons of ideas for how to cheer someone up, no matter the situation! Some of the ideas here might be cheesy or feel silly, but didn't you say you'd do anything to lift your pal up? There is sure to be something on this list that can turn any frown upside down. 1 First off, find out if the person you’re trying to cheer up actually wants your help! It's important to get someone's permission to cheer them up. Otherwise it might feel to them like you're uncomfortable with how they feel and just want to make it go away. 2 Notes are always a great way to let that friend, who maybe gets a little uncomfortable when it comes to the emotional stuff, know you still care. It makes people feel thought of. You can give them words or mantras to cheer them up and to replace their negative thoughts. Write something cute, fold it up, and slip it somewhere for them to find later. 5 Proefhoofdstuk©VANIN 3

20 Come up with a clever nickname. The funnier it is, the better. It’s not only a great way to get them laughing right now, but it will be your secret weapon to get them to laugh in the future too.

to be down in the dumps: in de put zitten to lift up: opvrolijken a frown: een grimas

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Taking out at least an hour or two every week for an activity you enjoy can help you relax. Help your friend feel better by taking the time to do something they like to do, even if it’s playing video games.

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30 35 40 45 50 55 5 Baking has a therapeutic effect, because the act of measuring, mixing and paying attention to a recipe often takes your whole attention. You actually create peace in your mind, which pushes away many negative thoughts and emotions. The delicious smells also produce happy feelings. If it gives them a smile, it'll be worth it. Find all the silly videos of babies dancing, clumsy moments, and dogs being dogs. Tag them in any and every thing that might give them a laugh. 7 Talking is one of the most effective ways to cheer someone up. Encourage your friend to share their feelings! Teenagers (especially girls) often say that when they are stressed they want someone to talk to about things. Be there for them. Listen to them. If they aren’t interested in talking, invite them to do an activity with you and the chances are, they will start talking. 8 Grab some noodles and have at it. Try to avoid getting hit by any means necessary. Remember: the more endorphins you release, the happier you BOTH will be. (This is one of our favourite things for cheering someone up!) 9 Another idea for how to cheer someone up? Watch movies together! This is an especially good idea if your friend doesn't feel like talking just yet. Grab some popcorn and watch one of the best feel-good movies on Netflix. 10 If a friend goes through a dark period that lasts longer than a few weeks without having at least some good days or if they want to hurt themselves, this is the time to call a parent, a teacher or another adult they trust. If the friend is really depressed, you might not be able to help, no matter how much you try. They will be lucky to have a friend like you to tell their parents or another adult about their problems so that they can begin their treatment and recovery.

therapeutic: therapeutisch, heilzaam to measure: afmeten to encourage: aanmoedigen 6 Proefhoofdstuk©VANIN to avoid: ontwijken, vermijden by any means necessary: op elke mogelijke manier endorphins: endorfines (= gelukshormoon) a treatment: een behandeling

English words

a situation

emotional

an activity

e Do you know the words in another language? Write them down and complete the grid.

f Can you find any other words in the text that look like Dutch words?

Write them in the grid.

g Write the titles in the correct place in the text.

Ask them if they want help. Bake together. Challenge your friend to a noodle fight. Do whatever they want to do. Encourage them to talk. Give them a cute nickname. Know when to ask for help. Leave your friend a handwritten note. Netflix and chill. Tag them in a million funny Instagram posts.

h When do you think this article can be helpful?

i Which tip could Lee Ching use to cheer up Wilson? Explain why you think that.

Dutch words Other languages

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k Which tip(s) do you think are bad ideas for Wilson? Explain why.

l Find a word from the text that means:

1 things:

2 smart, intelligent:

3 to let go:

4 sad, down:

Checklist: learning about personalities and feelings Wat kan ik al? Check: reading Ik kan vragen beantwoorden bij een Engelstalige tekst over persoonlijkheden en gevoelens. Ik kan de hoofdgedachte van een alinea bepalen. Proefhoofdstuk©VANIN

Wat lukt nog niet goed? Wat moet ik doen om dat onderdeel beter te kunnen?