Writing - Hello! Beyond Words Term 2 - أول اعدادي

UNIT 9 6 Writing Lesson objectives: Use headings to find information in a text • Write some tips on how to stay in touch with friends 1 Look at the picture and discuss the questions. 1 How does the boy in the picture feel? How do you know? 2 What do you think is happening? 3 How do you think you would feel in a similar situation? 4 What can you do to keep in touch with friends when they move away? 2 Read the tips. Match the headings from the box with the tips. Have video calls Play online games together Send messages every day Share photos Show interest in your friend's new life Try to visit Six tips to keep in touch with a friend who moved away: 1 2 3 5 6 Write short messages to each other. It can be a simple "Hi, how are you?" or "Guess what I did today!" You don't need to write long messages; even small updates are nice! Choose a time each week or month to talk online. You can talk face-to-face and feel like you're spending time together. Take pictures of things you see, like funny signs, your lunch, or places you go. Sharing pictures is a fun way to show what's going on in your life. Find games you both like and play together online. This way, you can laugh and have fun, even if you're not in the same place. Ask your parents if you can plan a visit. It can be something to look forward to together! Ask questions like "What's your new school like?" or "Have you made any new friends?" It helps you stay connected to their world. 38

3 4 Work in pairs. Put the tips in order from what you think is most (1) to least important (6). Give reasons for your answers. I think tip X is the best. It's easy to do and I think it will work. Work in pairs. Here are the headings of three other tips for staying in touch. What would you write for each tip? Can you think of any other tips? 1 Celebrate special days 2 Share funny videos 3 Create a 'memory' book together 5 Write a Tips page to go on the internet about how to stay in touch with a friend when they move away. Check your writing. Are your tips short and easy to follow? Do all your tips start with a verb? Do your tips have the correct spelling and punctuation? Useful language Ask... Write ... You can... It can ... UNIT 9 I can do this I need more Self-Assessment Check your progress use vocabulary to talk about feelings use will and going to understand how to use social media to promote a good cause. use the present continuous to talk about future arrangements. write some tips on staying in touch with a friend practice ☐ ☐ ☐ 39