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课件网) Why do we celebrate festival book 3 unit 1 Reading and Thinking Learning aims 1. To understand the common reasons for festivals and celebrations. 2. To improve the basic reading skills, especially skim. 3. To learn useful language points. What festival is it Spanish Tomato Festival Thailand The Festival of Lights Republic of Korea Mud Festival What other festivals do you know What festival is it Leading-in Watch and Think Top 10 most popular festivals in the world Which festival do you like best Why What festivals do you celebrate with your family each year (2)Why do you think people celebrate different festivals There are many possible reasons to celebrate different festivals. One good reason is to have fun with friends and family. Another is to celebrate an event or a time of the year. Pre-Reading Festivals and Celebrations While reading 1. Harvest 2.Traditions /customs 3. Important figures 4.Important events 5. Having fun 6.Online shopping 7. Sharing joy, gratitude, love or peace… 1. Why do we celebrate festivals Para.2 Para.4 Para.3 Para.1 Festivals are an important part of society. Task 1: Fast reading Para.4 Festivals are becoming more and more commercial, with businesses taking advantage of the celebrations. Para.3 Customs play a significant role in festivals, but sometimes they can change over time. Para.2 Of all the traditional festivals, the harvest festival can be found in almost every culture. Para.1 Festivals are celebrated all around the world. 2. Identify the “topic sentence” of each paragraph. Para.5 Festivals are an important part of society. Support Explain Expand … Read and Understand A topic sentence Careful reading Details It is a good idea to place topic sentences at the beginning of paragraphs. Para.1 sharing joy, gratitude, love, or peace seasons, religions, famous figures, and important events. A wide range of origins, such as… Different customs and unique charms No matter how different they may seem …the spirit of …is common in all festivals. differences similarity Festivals are celebrated all around the world. Task 2: Careful reading Para.2 This important agricultural festival takes place _____ People celebrate to_____ Egypt：it featured_____ European countries: people_____ _____ China: Mid-Autumn Festival: families gather to _____ after all the crops have been gathered in. show that they are grateful for the year’s supply of food. a parade, a great feast with music, dancing and sports. admire the shining moon and enjoy delicious mooncakes. Of all the traditional festivals, the harvest festival can be found in almost every culture. time reason activities decorate churches and town halls with flowers and fruit, and get together to celebrate over a meal. 1. Why do some traditions possibly fade away _____ _____ Customs play a significant role in festivals, but sometimes they can change over time. Para.3 Because of the development of modern society and ... ...
