English as a Second Language
Level A1
3. Family BBQ in the Backyard
Unit Introduction
Welcome, students! In this unit, we will learn about family activities at a BBQ. You will learn words about food, cooking, and family roles while practicing speaking, reading, and writing simple English sentences. By the end of this unit, you will be able to:
- Describe a backyard BBQ
- Talk about family members
- Use 20 new common English words in sentences
- Participate in short dialogues
Mission Statement
To teach students vocabulary and expressions about family gatherings using a step-by-step, multisensory approach that builds reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills.
Learning Objectives
Students will be able to:
- Name common backyard BBQ activities
- Use simple verbs to talk about cooking and eating
- Copy sentences (SCS) and make their own sentences (SMS)
- Read a short story about a BBQ
- Participate in dialogues about family activities
- Recognize grammar patterns in simple sentences
- Apply vocabulary in speaking, listening, reading, and writing
Reflection Questions (Students)
Can you say one sentence about your family at a BBQ?
Reflection Questions (Teachers)
Did students show interest and enjoyment in the unit?
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Content and Activities
Vocabulary
Direction: Copy and answer the vocabulary words below
Vocabulary Words – BBQ Related
BBQ Vocabulary Words (1–20)
- Grill
Definition:A cooking device with an open surface for heat
Example Sentence: They fire up the grill to cook the food.
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…………………………………………………… - Tools
Definition:Instruments used to do a task
Example Sentence: They use tools to flip the burgers and hot dogs.
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…………………………………………………… - Burgers
Definition:Cooked meat patties
Example Sentence: Dad flips the burgers on the grill.
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…………………………………………………… - Hot Dogs
Definition:Sausages served in bread rolls
Example Sentence: Mom prepares the hot dogs for everyone.
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…………………………………………………… - Table
Definition:Furniture to hold food or objects
Example Sentence: Sister sets the table for the meal.
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…………………………………………………… - Plates
Definition:Flat dishes for serving food
Example Sentence: She puts plates on the table for the food.
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…………………………………………………… - Silverware
Definition:Forks, knives, and spoons used to eat
Example Sentence: They use silverware to eat their meal.
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…………………………………………………… - Drinks
Definition:Liquids to drink
Example Sentence: Brother brings the drinks for everyone to enjoy.
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…………………………………………………… - Corn
Definition:A yellow vegetable, often on a cob
Example Sentence: They add some corn on the cob to the meal.
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…………………………………………………… - Salad
Definition:A mixture of vegetables or fruits
Example Sentence: Mom makes a fresh salad for everyone.
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…………………………………………………… - Ketchup
Definition:A red sauce made from tomatoes
Example Sentence: They use ketchup on their burgers and hot dogs.
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…………………………………………………… - Mustard
Definition:A yellow sauce for food
Example Sentence: They also add mustard for extra flavor.
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…………………………………………………… - Bellies
Definition:Stomachs
Example Sentence: After eating, they feel their bellies are full.
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…………………………………………………… - Memories
Definition:Things remembered from the past
Example Sentence: They create happy memories during the BBQ.
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…………………………………………………… - Joy
Definition:A feeling of happiness
Example Sentence: The taste of the BBQ brings them great joy.
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…………………………………………………… - Family
Definition:People related by blood or love
Example Sentence: The family enjoys eating together.
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…………………………………………………… - Fun
Definition:Enjoyment and amusement
Example Sentence: The children had so much fun playing outside.
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…………………………………………………… - Food
Definition:Something you eat
Example Sentence: The food smells delicious on the grill.
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…………………………………………………… - Cook
Definition:To prepare food with heat
Example Sentence: Dad will cook the burgers over the fire.
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…………………………………………………… - Fire
Definition:Flames used for heat or cooking
Example Sentence: They sit near the fire to roast marshmallows.
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Most Commonly Used English Words
- some
Definition:An unspecified amount or number
Example Sentence: I have some apples.
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…………………………………………………… - her
Definition:Belonging to a female person
Example Sentence: This is her book.
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…………………………………………………… - would
Definition:Used to indicate possibility or future action
Example Sentence: I would like some juice.
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…………………………………………………… - make
Definition:To create or produce something
Example Sentence: I make a cake.
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…………………………………………………… - like
Definition:To enjoy or find something pleasing
Example Sentence: I like pizza.
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…………………………………………………… - him
Definition:Refers to a male person
Example Sentence: I saw him at school.
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…………………………………………………… - into
Definition:Moving inside or toward something
Example Sentence: She went into the house.
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…………………………………………………… - time
Definition:A point or period when something happens
Example Sentence: It is time to eat lunch.
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…………………………………………………… - has
Definition:Third person singular of “have”
Example Sentence: He has a new bike.
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…………………………………………………… - look
Definition:To use your eyes to see something
Example Sentence: Look at the stars.
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…………………………………………………… - two
Definition:The number after one
Example Sentence: I have two cats.
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…………………………………………………… - more
Definition:Additional or extra
Example Sentence: I want more juice.
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…………………………………………………… - write
Definition:To form letters or words on a surface
Example Sentence: I write a letter to my friend.
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…………………………………………………… - go
Definition:To move from one place to another
Example Sentence: I go to school every day.
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…………………………………………………… - see
Definition:To notice or view something
Example Sentence: I see a bird in the tree.
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…………………………………………………… - number
Definition:A symbol representing a quantity
Example Sentence: My house number is 12.
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…………………………………………………… - no
Definition:Not any; negative response
Example Sentence: I have no money.
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…………………………………………………… - way
Definition:A method or manner of doing something
Example Sentence: This is the way to the park.
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…………………………………………………… - could
Definition:Indicates possibility or past ability
Example Sentence: I could help you tomorrow.
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…………………………………………………… - people
Definition:Human beings or a group of persons
Example Sentence: Many people are in the park.
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