课件25张PPT。Unit 4 A good readStudy skills & TaskTransitions between ideas After our ship crashed against the rocks, I swam as far as I could.before, after, while, at first, soon, later, when… First, we had fun on Space Mountain.
Next, we hurried to a restaurant.First, second, next, them, finally…Transitions between ideasI could not understand him. I did not know what to say either.and, also, too, again, and then, either, moreover…They are now in danger. For example, it’s difficult for pandas to have babies.Transitions between ideasI can tell her anything because she can keep a secret. To show cause and effect(因果)Because, since, as, so as a result…He says he knows everything about DIY. In fact, I know much more than he does. To emphasize(强调)never, in fact…Transitions between ideasMany birds live in Zhalong all year round, while some go there only for a short stay. To compare or contrast (比较、对比)on the one hand…on the other hand,
otherwise, but, however, while, …练习;用适当的连接词完成下列句子;1.He checked the weather report____he went out.( )
2.Most girls like reading novels____most of boys like reading science fictions.( )
3.She has worked for seven hours.____,she was tired out.( )
4.Too many cars have caused a lot of problems._____,people cannot find enough parking spaces.( )
5.She saw a man behind her._____,he was watching her strangely.( )beforewhileAs a resultFor exampleMoreoverPracticeFind out the transitional
words and phrases on P59.How much time do you spend reading each week?
When do you usually read books?
What is your favourite type of book?
How do you get most of your books?
Why do you usually read?
Who do you usually ask for advice on books?A Mr Wu wants to find out about his students' reading habits. He drafted following questions for the survey. Complete it with your own information.A survey on reading habits1. How much time do you spend reading
each week?
a. Less than 1 hour. b. 1-2 hours.
c. 3-4 hours. d. More than 4 hours.2. When do you usually read books?
a. Any time I can. b. Every night
c. At weekends. d. During holidays
3. What is your favourite type of book?
a. Novel. b. Science.
c. History. d. Travel
4. How do you get most of your books?
a. Borrow from libraries.
b. Buy at bookshops,
c. Borrow from friends.
d. Receive as gifts.5. Why do you usually read?
a. To relax.
b. To improve my knowledge
c. To collect information for a report
d. Because someone has recommended a book.
6. Who do you usually ask for advice on books?
a. Teachers. b. Parents.
c. Friends. d. Librarians.B Millie is writing about her reading habits. Here is her report.My reading habits
I love reading. I spend over seven hours a week reading different types of books. On weekdays, I usually read for about half an hour before going to bed. I read a lot at the weekend. I am interested in history books, but I like novels best. The four great classical Chinese novels are my favourite.I get most of my books from Sunshine Library
—it is just opposite my home. My friends give me lots of advice on books. We often meet together and discuss what to read.
Reading is always a wonderful time. Good books are good friends. They help me relax after a busy day. They also open up a whole new world to me. Passage 1 Where to get books How to read
What to read the meaning of reading Read and match the main ideas. Passage 2 Passage 3 Read and answer some questions.What type of book does Millie like to read best?
How long does Millie read on weekdays?
Where does she get most of the books?
Why is it important for us to read books?She likes to read novels best. She reads for about half an hour on weekdays.She gets most of the books for Sunshine Library.Because reading can help us relax and open up a whole new world.7 hours a week
history books;
the 4 great classical Chinese novels
Sunshine Library
friends
help her relax
open up a whole new world to her
Useful expressionsSpend money/ time on sth/ in doing sth.on weekdays
at the weekend
be interested in…
open up
the four great classical Chinese novels
花费金钱/时间……在工作日内在周末对……感兴趣开辟……中国四大古典小说2.Clear structure1.Ideas3. Useful phrases and transitionsHow to write an articlePara1 :
Time spent in reading books& her favourite books
Para2:
Where to get books/ Who to share books with
Para3:
How books can help * Clear structure* Ideas* LanguagePara1 :
Time spent in reading books& one’s favourite books
Para2:
Where to get books/ Who to share books with
Para3:
How books can help Transitions(过渡语)Good phrases and sentence structuresTry to write about your own reading habits.(课课练Page44)I spend…hours a week reading.
On weekdays, I usually…
I…at the weekend.
I am interested in…books. /My favourite book is…
I get most of my books from…
My friends/ teachers often…
I love reading because… Useful expressionsWhat time do you want to start your trip?
Where will you go?
How will you go there?
What will you do at each place?
When and where will you have lunch?
What time do you want to return home?
How much will you pay for the trip? Tips for the planMake a survey on reading habits among your classmates.
Share your reading habits with your friends.