21（必修1）Unit 1 Teenage Life-Reading for Writing（导学案2）

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Unit 1 Teenage Life-Reading for Writing
【学习目标】
1. To write an advice letter properly using some newly acquired writing skills in this period.
2. To master some words related to writing a proper suggestion letter.
【学习重难点】
1. To have a good understanding of how to write an impressive suggestion letter.
2. To write a convincing suggestion letter using some related writing skills.
【学习过程】
Step 1 Lead in
What is the purpose of an advice letter? What kind of aspects should be included in such kind of letter?
Step 2Read to discover details concerning advice letters’ writing style.
1. Read a letter offering some advice on page 18 and then solve the questions below.

• What is Worried Friend’s problem?  
  

• Do you think Ms Luo’s advice is useful? Why or why not?
  

• What other kinds of advice would you give?
  

2. What expressions does Ms Luo use to make suggestions? Write them down.
Step 3 Read to sum up
Read the passage on Page 18 again and figure out the organization of the letter.
Write down the sentences from the passage that match the following points.
A. I know what the problem is.
B. I understand how you feel.
C. This is my advice and reasons  
D. I think my advice will help.
Step 4 Use what you have learnt to write a letter of advice to one of the teenager below.
Choose one of the teenagers and discuss his or her problems. List possible suggestions and reasons.
My parents won’t listen when I tell them things. I guess it’s because they’re adults and can’t understand me. Do you have any suggestions?

Eric 15, Chicago
I always feel lonely after school because my parents work in another city. What can I do?

Xu Ting 14 Hangzhou
There is a girl I like in my class, but I am too shy to talk to her. Please help me!
   
Min Ho, 15, Seoul
Step 5 Use what you have learnt to draft a letter offering advice to any of those students above.
1. Complete the outline and use it to draft your writing.

____________(write the date and greet the reader) Dear______ Show the reader you know a problem is.Tell the reader you understand he/she feels. Tell the reader what you think he/she should do. Explain your reasons. Tell the reader what you think will happen.You wrote that ___________________ I understand that______________ I think____________________ Because_____________. I am sure_______________ Best Wishes. (close and sign the letter). ___________

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Step 6 Discuss with your partners and figure out the following aspects.
建议信的模板
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建议信常见句式
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