1、Unit 4 History and Traditions R e a d i n g f o r Wr i t i n g In this class, you will 1. read and sort out the detailed information about Ireland; 2. draft a passage about one of your favourite places. Learning objectives Warming-up Look at the pictures of Irelands countryside and describe your fir
2、st impression of the country. Warming-up Look at the pictures of Irelands countryside and describe your first impression of the country. green hills sheep cattle Warming-up Look at the pictures of Irelands countryside and describe your first impression of the country. coast ocean waves Warming-up Wh
3、at else do you know about Ireland? Emerald Isle Read and find out What makes the Irish countryside exciting and inspiring? What are the best ways to experience some Irish traditions and culture? Read and find out What makes the Irish countryside exciting and inspiring? Irelands beautiful countryside
4、 has always had a great influence on its people and traditions. The country has a long history of producing great writers and poets. Its beautiful countryside excites and inspires all, offering something for each of the senses Read and find out What makes the Irish countryside exciting and inspiring
5、? Its beauty and how it offers something for all the senses. Read and find out What are the best ways to experience some Irish traditions and culture? To explore all different parts of the country and experience what the country gives to all the senses. Think and share Sight Hearing Smell Taste Touc
6、h Read and find out The peaceful landscape of the “Emerald Isle” and its many green counties is a true feast for the eyes, with its rolling green hills dotted with sheep and cattle. What are the senses mentioned in the text? sight rolling green hills Read and find out And down by the sea, the roar o
7、f the ocean waves and cries of the seabirds make up the music of the coast. What senses are mentioned in the text? hearing Read and find out On a quiet morning in the mountains, feel the sun on your skin, and breathe in the sweet scent of fresh flowers while birds greet the new day with their morning song. What senses are mentioned in the text? touch 2. Polish the draft about your favourite place.