1、Unit 2 Lets talk teens 1. Describe each of the three teenagers problems in one sentence. 2. Listen to Cynthias reply and get the advice on how to solve her problem. 3. Role-play a talk between Simon/Laura and Cynthia, trying to ask for and give advice. Read and answer: Do you think teenagers should
2、be given their own choices? Why? Everyone likes to have choices in the things they do. Some child care providers think they need to do all the planning. They forget that children need choices. There are some children who will just go along with whatever an adult tells them to do. Others will become
3、angry because they arent given the chance to choose for themselves. Because teens desire the need for independence. Being given choices helps them feel like they have some power and control over what they do. Its part of growing up. Everything isnt planned for them. Making good choices is a skill th
4、at they will use for the rest of their lives. Rebeccas problem Simons problem Lauras problem Task A: Read the parts of their emails on page 22 and describe each problem in one sentence. She wants her mother to pay less attention to her grades. He feels lonely because his parents do not spend much ti
5、me with him. Her parents protect her too much. B1 Listen to Cynthias reply and circle the correct words to complete the sentences below. 1. According to Cynthia, Rebecca feels unhappy because her mother does not understand her/value her effort. Cynthia is replying to Rebeccas email on the radio prog
6、ramme. Listen and finish the exercises below. 2. Cynthia thinks that every parent has too much control over/high hopes for their children. 3. According to Cynthia, school and friendship/ relaxation are both important. 4. Cynthia says Rebecca should be patient/calm enough to understand what her mothe
7、r does. 5. Cynthia describes her senior high school life as exciting/tiring. B2 Listen to Cynthias reply again and complete the notes below. Advice for Rebecca (1)_ your mother. Make sure she understands (2)_. Remember to choose (3)_ and start the conversation politely. Example: “I know that you exp
8、ect me to (4) _, but Im struggling sometimes. Can we please talk? Talk to do well at school your feelings a good time Try to (5)_. Let your mother know about (6)_ and ask for more free time. Example: Try to make a deal with your mother by explaining why you (7) _ and how it helps you (8) _ in your m
9、others shoes and try to understand what she does. Example: When your mother doesnt let you (9) _, think about why she does so. enjoy music meet in the middle your interests put yourself go out with your friends In pairs, role-play a conversation between Simon/Laura and Cynthia. Try to ask for and gi
10、ve advice. Use the following ideas and expressions to help you. Asking for and giving advice Asking for advice What shall I do? What do you think I should do? Do you think that I should? Do you have any ideas/suggestions? Giving advice I suggest that you (should) I think/feel you can try. It might b
11、e a good idea to How about/What about? Sample answer Laura: Cynthia, my parents always want to know what Im doing and where I am every minute of the day. Its really upsetting because I want more freedom. What do you think I should do? Cynthia: Laura, I understand that youre unhappy. Its normal for s
12、omeone your age to feel that way. But its parents job to protect their child from harm. I think you can try looking at things from their point of view. Laura: I see. Do you think that I should let them know I understand they love me, but that there are side effects of their overprotectiveness? Cynth
13、ia: Yes, I think So. I suggest that you show your parents how responsible you can be. Tell them not to worry about you when youre out with your friends. It might be a good idea for you and your parents to agree on when you should be home when you do go out. Laura: OK, Ill do that. Do you have any other suggestions? Cynthia: You should also assure them that youll let them know when you need their help. Laura: Thanks, Cynthia! IIl let you know how it goes! Discuss the parent-child relationships. Give some advice.
