Parler en continu : je prends la parole pour raconter, décrire, expliquer.

In the US, there are free schools, but also expensive private schools which can cost up to $50,000. British “public schools” are actually private and selective! Do you like your school? Do you want to change it?

Exercice 1 : Around the world

1

Look at this picture and describe it.

2

Imagine the organisation of the Makoko school.
💡 Tip: There is a playground…

3

Listen and spot the main elements (names, figures, etc.).

4

According to Amir, which school is better?

Exercice 2 : An incredible school

1

Look at the picture and describe it.

2

What makes this school so original?

3

Imagine incredible rooms you want to find in your dream school. Vote for the best ideas!

4

Compare this school with the floating school.

Exercice 3 : Follow the rules

1

Read the rules. Do you think they are ridiculous? Why?

2

Watch the video without sound. Who can you see? Where does the scene take place?

3

Listen to the voiceover. Why is this school atypical?

4

Create your own school rules and share them with the class!

Intonation

How funny it is! Not at all, you silly boy!


Exclaim: We can go to bed during recess!

There is & there are

Observe: There is a nap room in this school! There isn’t any in mine! There are some floating schools in India.

Think: When do we use there is? There are?

Practise: Describe your classroom!

Use Windows Movie Maker. Film a school tour to introduce your school.

A1+ I can describe my school and list rules.
A2 I can also use comparatives to be clearer.
A2+ I may also use link words.