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missing children, descriptions |
man |
00:20 |
Pre-Listening Exercise
When listening to a description of a lost child, what kinds of information would you expect to hear (e.g., the child’s name)?
Speak Up, Take a Stand! Instructions for Getting the Conversation Started
These statements are designed to get everyone thinking, moving, and talking! The goal is to explore ideas, share opinions, and get ready for the next part of the lesson.
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In a face-to-face classroom: Read each statement aloud. If you agree, move to one side of the room; if you disagree, move to the other. Talk with your group—why do you feel that way? Then, pair students with members of the other group and have students explain their reasons. Rotate partners for more practice.
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In an online classroom: Use polls, emojis, or the chat box in your online platform to show your opinion. Then, join the conversation as a group or in breakout rooms. What do others think? Do you agree or disagree with them?
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For independent learners: Read each statement and think about your opinion. Then say your answer out loud and explain your reason, as if you’re talking to a classmate. This helps you get ready to speak and join real conversations in English. Consider recording your ideas and self-assess your progress.
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- Parents should always keep a close eye on their children in public places.
- Children should never be allowed to go out alone.
- It’s okay for children to explore new places without their parents.
- There should be more safety measures to prevent children from getting lost in stores.
- Children should always have an ID with them in case they get lost.
- Children should learn how to ask for help if they get lost.
- It’s okay to let children play in the park alone if it’s a safe area.
- Parents should teach their children what to do if they get lost.
- Children should be given a phone or device in case they get lost.
- People should help children who seem lost, even if they don’t know them.
Idioms
“freak out” = become afraid or upset
“I’m really worried that our son will freak out if he ever gets separated from us in a crowded street.”
“come apart at the seams” = become very emotionally upset
“My wife came apart at the seams when she found out our daughter was lost in the mountains.“
Listening Exercise
A. Listen to the recording and answer the questions.
Vocabulary Practice
Do the vocabulary quizzes with the words from the conversation for more practice:
Post-Listening Exercise
Whenever you travel to an amusement park with your family, what things should children do if they get lost? Where should they go and what should they say? Are their Internet Websites that help families find lost children? Do an online search and report on what you find.
Online Investigation
Use the Internet to understand the problem of missing children in your country and around the world. Answer these questions:
- Is there a telephone number for reporting missing children in your area?
- What steps should you take if a child goes missing?