Fun in the Park
Learning Goals:
- Learn new words about things in a park.
- Talk about parks you’ve been to.
- Describe your favorite park.
Key Words:
- Park: A big, open space with grass and trees, where people go to relax or play.
- Playground: An area in the park with swings, slides, and other fun things for children.
- Sports field: A big, flat area in the park where people play sports like soccer or baseball.
- Picnic area: A place in the park with tables where people can eat.
- Walking trail: A path where you can walk or jog in the park.
Let’s Talk About It!
- What is your favorite park? Why do you like it?
- What do you like to do in the park? (Play on the playground, have a picnic, walk on the trail, watch people playing sports.)
- If you could design a new park, what would you put in it?
Words for Describing Parks:
- Big/Small: This park is big! That park is small.
- Green/Shady: The park is green with lots of grass. It’s shady because of the trees.
- Clean/Dirty: This park is clean! That park is dirty.
Let’s Read!
Central Park is a big park in the city. It has a playground, sports fields, picnic areas, and walking trails. People go there to relax and have fun.
Questions About the Story:
- What’s the name of the park?
- What things are in the park?
- Why do people go to Central Park?
Listen and Learn!
(Teacher plays a short conversation about people planning a picnic in the park.)
Talk with a Partner!
One of you is a visitor to the city. The other is a local who knows a lot about the parks. Ask and answer questions about the parks in the city.
Example:
- Visitor: “What’s a good park for children?”
- Local: “You should go to Central Park. It has a great playground!”
Homework:
Draw a picture of your dream park. Label the different areas and things in the park.
Extra Fun:
If you can, visit a local park with a friend or family member. Play on the playground, have a picnic, or go for a walk.
