Level 2 Unit 1:
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Welcome to Level 2 Unit 1: Crash Course! This unit is packed with engaging and interactive lessons designed to help young learners master the basics of English. From greetings to vowels, consonants, and essential grammar, students will enjoy a variety of fun activities and songs. Let’s explore each lesson in detail!
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Unit Overview
Lesson 1: Nice to Meet You
Students are introduced to greetings and basic personal information. The lesson includes a fun song, comic strips, and speaking exercises to practice phrases like “Where are you from?” and “How old are you?”
Lesson 2: The Vowels
This lesson focuses on vowels. Students learn the difference between big and small letters, and practice both short and long vowel sounds with engaging comics, songs, and sorting activities.
Lesson 3: The Consonants
Students explore consonants through songs and practice activities. Each letter is introduced with vocabulary words and practice exercises to reinforce learning.
Lesson 4: Y as a Vowel
The lesson explains how “Y” can function as a vowel. Students practice using “Y” with both long I and long E sounds through grammar exercises and comics.
Lesson 5: Review #1
A comprehensive review of the previous lessons, including vowels, consonants, and personal information. Students engage in various activities to reinforce their understanding.
Lesson 6: Subject Pronouns
Students learn about subject pronouns through songs, comics, and fill-in-the-blank activities. The lesson covers pronouns like I, you, we, they, he, she, and it.
Lesson 7: To Be Verb
This lesson focuses on the “To Be” verb. Students practice using it in different contexts such as names, ages, feelings, nationalities, and jobs through grammar exercises and speaking activities.
Lesson 8: “To Be” or Not “To Be”
A deeper dive into the “To Be” verb, focusing on contractions and sentence structure. Students practice forming sentences and using contractions like “I’m,” “it’s,” “isn’t,” and “aren’t.”
Lesson 9: Basic Verbs
Students learn and practice basic action verbs like walk, run, dance, and jump. The lesson includes vocabulary practice, sentence structure exercises, and speaking activities.
Lesson 10: Review #2
A final review of the unit, covering all the topics learned. Students engage in speaking activities, sorting exercises, and fill-in-the-blank sentences to reinforce their knowledge.
Features
- Interactive Activities: Songs, comics, speaking exercises, and sorting activities to make learning fun and engaging.
- Phonics and Vocabulary Lessons: Focus on vowels, consonants, and basic grammar to build a strong foundation.
- Real-Life Applications: Practical exercises to help students use what they’ve learned in everyday situations.
- Rocket Reads Stories: Simple and relatable stories to illustrate concepts and provide reading comprehension practice.
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Conclusion
Level 2 Unit 1: Crash Course! offers a comprehensive and engaging introduction to English for young learners. With interactive lessons, fun activities, and practical exercises, students will build a strong foundation in greetings, vowels, consonants, and basic grammar. Ready to get started? Join us in Level 2 Unit 1 and let’s embark on this exciting learning journey together!
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