Warming up - Tongue Twisters (15 minutes)

  1. /θ/ The fifth thumb is thinner than the third thumb.
  2. /θ/ The thirty-three thieves thought that they thrilled the throne throughout Thursday.
  3. /ð/ This, that, and the other thing were thought through thoroughly.
  4. /ð/ This, that, and the other thing were thought through thoroughly.
  5. /ɹ/ Round and round the rugged rock the ragged rascal ran.
  6. /ɹ/ Red lorry, yellow lorry, red lorry, yellow lorry.
  7. /ɹ/ Do horses really favour a hourse reddish?
  8. /æ/ A black cat sat on a mat and ate a fat rat.
  9. /æ/ Andy and an angry ant ambled aimlessly around.
  10. /ŋ/ King Kong sings a long song.
  11. /ŋ/ Hang the hungry ring in the swinging thing.
  12. /ŋ/ The young king was strong and swung the gong.
  13. /ŋ/ The song the singers sang was long and rang.
  14. /ʌ/ A cup of coffee is enough for my uncle.
  15. /ʌ/ Under the Sun, the fun won tons of laughs.
  16. /ʌ/ Lucky ducks love jumping in the muck.
  17. /ʌ/ Buttercups and bug hunts under the Sun.

LoopBack (20 minutes)

What is your favourite English proverb or saying?

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What is your day routine as an English learner?

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A Writing Is a Useful Habit (30 minutes)

Overall, writing is a comprehensive activity that supports multiple aspects of language learning, making it a valuable tool in the acquisition of a foreign language. Writing is an effective method for learning a foreign language for several reasons:

Enhances Vocabulary and Grammar

Writing requires the active use of vocabulary and grammar rules, reinforcing understanding and retention as learners construct sentences and express ideas.

Improves Memory Retention

The process of writing engages cognitive processes that improve memory retention, as organizing thoughts and selecting appropriate words help solidify language structures in the mind.

Encourages Creative Thinking

Writing allows learners to be creative with the language, experimenting with different expressions and structures, which can deepen their understanding and fluency.

Offers Opportunities for Practice

Regular writing practice provides continuous opportunities to apply what has been learned, helping to internalize new vocabulary and structures.

Identifies Areas for Improvement

Through writing, learners can identify gaps in their knowledge and areas that require more focus, allowing for targeted study and correction.

Builds Confidence

As learners become more proficient in writing, they often gain confidence in their language skills, which can translate to improved speaking and comprehension abilities.

Facilitates Feedback

Writing can be easily reviewed by peers or instructors, providing valuable feedback that can guide further learning and development.

A Bit More Comprehensive Explanation

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Reading Aloud&Translation (20 minutes)

The proverb "Slow and steady wins the race" originates from the classic fable "The Tortoise and the Hare," attributed to Aesop. Here is a summary of the fable:


Once upon a time, a swift hare boastfully challenged a tortoise to a race, certain of his own speed and superiority. The tortoise accepted the challenge calmly.

On the day of the race, the two set off together. The hare sprinted ahead quickly, confident of an easy victory. Knowing he was far ahead, the hare decided to take a nap midway through the race, thinking he had plenty of time to catch up later.

Meanwhile, the tortoise maintained a slow but steady pace, never stopping to rest. As the hare slept, the tortoise continued to move forward consistently.

When the hare finally awoke, he was startled to see the tortoise near the finish line. Despite his frantic, speedy dash to the end, it was too late. The tortoise crossed the finish line first, winning the race.

The moral of the story is that perseverance and consistent effort, even when slow, can lead to success, while overconfidence and carelessness can result in failure.


This fable illustrates the proverb "Slow and steady wins the race," emphasizing the value of persistence and steady progress.

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