1、Giving advice on parent-child relationshipsIntegrated skillsWhat kind of parent-child relathionship do they have?possible problems between teenagers and their parentsTeenagers problemsParents problemsblaming parentsquarrelling with parents and using some improper expressiosbeing impatient when talki
2、ng with parentslosing temper because of heavy academic pressuretrying to control everything related to their childrenforcing their children to study all the timeattaching too much importance to academuc performanceignoring their childrens inner thoughts or feelingsDescribe each problem in one senten
3、ceShe wants her parents pay less attention to her grades.Rebeccas problemSimons problemLauras problemHe feels lonely because his parents do not spend much time with him.Her parents protects her too much.Cynthias reply1.value her effort2.high hopes for3.relaxation4.patient5.tiringCheck your answers(1
4、)talk to(2)your feelings(3)a good time(4)do well at school(5)meet in the middle(6)your interests(7)enjoy music(8)Put yourself(9)go out with your friendsput oneself in others shoesmeet in the middle to teensto parentsYour advice express gratitude to parentscommunicate with parents like friendskeep a
5、balance between relaxation and studylive in harmony with teenagers/understand teenagersdont push teenagers hard/dont expect too muchshow respect for teenagers privacyCynthias replyHi,Rebecca.This is Cynthia.I understand your feelings.From your email,it sounds like you put a lot of effort into your s
6、choolwork.If your mother doesnt value that,of course youre going to be unhappy!But remember:every parent has high hopes for their children.Your mother wants you to be successful but she probably fails to see how you struggle.Try following these pieces of advice and see if they help improve your rela
7、tionship.First,talk to your mother.Make sure she understands your feelings.Choose a good time and start the conversation politely.You can begin with something like,“I know that you expect me to do well at school,but Im struggling sometimes.Can we please talk?”You should also try to meet in the middl
8、e when talking to your mother.Of course,school matters,but relaxation is good for you too.Tell your mother about your interests and ask for more free time to spend on them.For example,if you like listening to music,explain why you enjoy it and how it helps you,Why dont you make a deal that you are b
9、oth satisfied with?show your understandingcoherenceexampleexampleCynthias replySecond,put yourself in your mothers shoes and try to understand what she does.I know it isnt easy,but you must be patient.When your mother doesnt let you go out with your friends,think about the reason why she does so.Whe
10、n I was your age,I thought senior high school was tiring too.I couldnt understand why my parents were so strict with me.However,when I grew up,I realized that they just wanted me to have the best possible future.After that,I became so much closer to my mum and dad.Everything will turn out all right,
11、I promise.advicepositive message to cheer upexampleHow to write a letter or email of adviceBeginning show your understandingBody part offer pieces of advice to help solve the problem (optional)include personal experiences or storiesEnding give a positive massage cheer the person you are writing toof
12、fer useful adviceStructureTopic exploringWhat should we explore beforing writing a suggestion letter?the backgroundthe purposethe person you are writing totense and personkey points事由事由针对事由提出建议针对事由提出建议一般现在时、一般将来时一般现在时、一般将来时第一人称、第二人称第一人称、第二人称Useful expressionsBeginning Im writing to share some advice
13、 with you.Im sorry that you have trouble in.You have asked me for my advice about.Offering advice I think it would be a good idea if.In my opinion,it would be wise to.I suggest taht you should.Ending I hope you will find these proposals/suggestions/tips practical/useful/helpful.Possible answerDear L
14、aura,I understand your feelings.Sometimes parents can become overprotectiveafter all,it is their job to protect their child from harm.But dont be unhappy.Try these pieces of advice and see if they help.First,tell your parents what you think about their protective behaviour.Tell them you fully unders
15、tand their love for you,but explain the side effects of their overprotectiveness.They may change their mind after they learn about your feelings.Second,show your parents how responsible you can be.Make it clear when you need their help and when you dont.For example,tell them that they need not worry
16、 about you when you go out with friends during the daytime.But if you want to go out in the evening,assure them that you will be home before,say,9 oclock I hope you will find my advice helpful.I wish you all the best.Yours,Cynthiaoverprotectivethe side effects of their overprotectivenessassureAssignmentSelf review&Peer reviewPolish your writing
