Unit 1: How can I become a better student?
Reading: A Student's Life
Every day, I get up at six o'clock. I brush my teeth and wash my face quickly. Then I have breakfast with my family. After that, I go to school by bus. The school starts at eight o'clock.
In the morning, I have four classes. My favorite subject is English. I like reading books and listening to music in my free time. In the afternoon, I have two more classes. Sometimes I play basketball with my classmates after school.
At home, I usually do my homework first. Then I help my mom cook dinner. On weekends, I go to the library or visit my grandparents. I think it's important to study hard and also enjoy life.
Vocabulary Review
- brush – 刷牙
- wash – 洗
- breakfast – 早餐
- school – 学校
- class – 课程
- subject – 科目
- listen – 听
- free time – 空闲时间
- homework – 家庭作业
- cook – 做饭
- weekend – 周末
Grammar Focus: How to Ask for Advice
We often ask others for advice when we need help. Here are some common questions:
- How can I improve my English?
- What should I do if I don’t understand the lesson?
- Can you give me some tips on studying?
- How can I make more friends?
When someone gives advice, we can say:
- Thank you for your help.
- That’s a good idea.
- I’ll try that.
- I appreciate your suggestions.
Writing Practice
Write a short paragraph about your daily routine. Use the following words: get up, brush, wash, have, go to school, study, do homework, help, relax.
Unit 2: What should I do?
Reading: Problems and Solutions
Sometimes, students have problems. For example, Li Ming has trouble with his math. He doesn't know how to solve the problems. His teacher helps him. Now he feels better.
Another student, Wang Fang, is worried about her exam. She studies too much and feels tired. Her friend tells her to take a break and rest. She follows the advice and feels better.
It's important to talk to someone when you have a problem. You can ask your parents, teachers, or friends for help.
Vocabulary Review
- problem – 问题
- solve – 解决
- worry – 担心
- exam – 考试
- advice – 建议
- relax – 放松
- friend – 朋友
Grammar Focus: Should / Shouldn’t
We use "should" to give advice. We use "shouldn’t" to tell someone not to do something.
Examples:
- You should study harder.
- You shouldn’t eat too much candy.
- She should call her mother.
- They shouldn’t be late again.
Speaking Practice
Talk about a problem you have and what you can do to solve it.
Example:
I have a problem with my English. I can’t speak well. I should practice speaking every day.
Unit 3: I'm more outgoing than my sister
Reading: Comparing People
Tom is taller than his brother. He is also more athletic. But his sister is more serious than him. She always studies hard.
My friend Lily is more outgoing than me. She likes to talk to people and makes many friends. I am quieter and prefer to read books.
Comparisons help us understand people better. We can compare things using "more" and "less".
Vocabulary Review
- outgoing – 外向的
- serious – 认真的
- athletic – 健壮的
- quiet – 安静的
- compare – 比较
- similar – 相似的
- different – 不同的
Grammar Focus: Comparatives
We use "more + adjective" for longer comparisons.
Examples:
- more outgoing
- more serious
- more athletic
We use "less + adjective" for negative comparisons.
Examples:
- less outgoing
- less serious
- less athletic
Writing Practice
Write a short paragraph comparing yourself with a friend or family member.
Example:
My brother is taller than me. He is also more athletic. But I am more interested in music.
