When one million cherry trees in Japan are in bloom, the Japanese call it Sakura time.
Based on the latest cherry blossom 2024 forecast, cherry blossoms in Tokyo are expected to start flowering on March 22, while the full bloom is expected on March 27.
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Ask students what they know about it.
You could prompt them with topics such as food, sport, education, weather etc.
Speaking
Think 25 seconds.
Speak 25 seconds.
TIPS:
- count
- colours
- location
timer
0:25
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Our goal today
You can understand a documentary about Sakura time in Japan: weather and seasons.
You are going to talk & write about a good time to visit.
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suggestion vs instruction
should / shouldn't / must / go
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What's the weather like?
What kind of weather do you like the best?
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It’s windy.
It’s snowing.
It’s fine and sunny.
There’s a storm.
It’s grey and cloudy.
It’s raining.
Worksheet
In class:
Watch the video.
Listen to the recording.
Answer the questions.
6A. Choose a place that you know.
1. When should I visit?
2. What can I do there?
3. What clothes should I bring?
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PICTURE Lake Balaton Hungary.
To finish
What is the most important advice you’d give to someone visiting your hometown.