English as a Second Language
Level A1
Unit 6: Leisure Activities
Mission Statement
Students will learn about common leisure activities, expand vocabulary, and practice using verbs and verb phrases in context while developing reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills.
Language Objectives
- Identify and define verbs and verb phrases related to leisure activities.
- Read, listen to, and comprehend a story about daily leisure activities.
- Use vocabulary words in original sentences, both spoken and written.
- Practice proper grammar, verb usage, and sentence structure.
Learning Outcomes
By the end of this unit, students will be able to:
- Recognize verbs and verb phrases in context.
- Use leisure activity vocabulary in sentences.
- Retell a story using learned vocabulary.
- Write their own sentences about daily leisure activities.
- Engage in conversations describing their favorite activities.
Prompts / Warm-Up Questions
- What do you like to do in your free time?
- Do you prefer indoor or outdoor activities? Why?
- Can you name five activities you do after school?
- How do you feel when you do your favorite leisure activity?
Title: A Fun Day at Home
Story:
6. Story – Simplified for Level A
Title: A Fun Day at Home
One sunny Saturday, Karren wanted to have fun.
First, she listened to music while eating breakfast.
Then she read a book.
After reading, she planted flowers in the garden.
In the afternoon, Karren’s friends came. They played basketball and cards.
They listened to the radio and had a snack.
In the evening, they watched TV together.
Karren practiced the piano before bedtime.
Everyone had a fun day!
- Story Analysis (Simple for Level A)
- Setting: Karren’s home
- Characters: Karren, Susie, Jack, Bill
- Plot: Friends come to play. They do many fun activities at home.
- Theme: Fun activities and friendship.
- Verbs/Actions: watch, listen, read, plant, play, practice
Reflection Questions (Students)
What is your favorite activity at home?
Reflection Questions (Teachers)
Did students use the vocabulary words correctly?
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Content and Activities
Vocabulary
Direction: Copy and answer the vocabulary words below
Leisure Activities Vocabulary List
Instructions: Copy the example sentence and then create your own sentence using the vocabulary word. Use the SCS line to copy and SMS line to make your own sentence.
- Watch TV (verb phrase)
Definition: To view programs or shows on a television.
Example Sentence: I like to watch TV after dinner.
SCS: ………………………………
SMS: ………………………………
- Listen to the radio (verb phrase)
Definition: To hear music or talk shows broadcasted through radio waves.
Example Sentence: My dad likes to listen to the radio while driving.
SCS: ………………………………
SMS: ………………………………
- Listen to music (verb phrase)
Definition: To enjoy songs or melodies through audio devices.
Example Sentence: I love to listen to music when I do my homework.
SCS: ………………………………
SMS: ………………………………
- Read a book (verb phrase)
Definition: To look at and understand the written words in a book.
Example Sentence: I want to read a book about animals.
SCS: ………………………………
SMS: ………………………………
- Read the newspaper (verb phrase)
Definition: To look at and understand printed news articles.
Example Sentence: My mom likes to read the newspaper every morning.
SCS: ………………………………
SMS: ………………………………
- Play (verb)
Definition: To engage in an activity for enjoyment or recreation.
Example Sentence: The children love to play outside.
SCS: ………………………………
SMS: ………………………………
- Play cards (verb phrase)
Definition: To engage in games using a set of playing cards.
Example Sentence: We often play cards during family game night.
SCS: ………………………………
SMS: ………………………………
- Play basketball (verb phrase)
Definition: To participate in the sport of basketball.
Example Sentence: I like to play basketball with my friends at the park.
SCS: ………………………………
SMS: ………………………………
- Play baseball (verb phrase)
Definition: To participate in the sport of baseball.
Example Sentence: My brother loves to play baseball on the weekends.
SCS: ………………………………
SMS: ………………………………
- Play the guitar (verb phrase)
Definition: To perform music using a guitar.
Example Sentence: She can play the guitar beautifully.
SCS: ………………………………
SMS: ………………………………
- Practice the piano (verb phrase)
Definition: To regularly play the piano to improve skills.
Example Sentence: I need to practice the piano for my recital.
SCS: ………………………………
SMS: ………………………………
- Exercise (verb)
Definition: To engage in physical activity to improve health.
Example Sentence: It’s important to exercise every day.
SCS: ………………………………
SMS: ………………………………
- Swim (verb)
Definition: To move through water using arms and legs.
Example Sentence: I love to swim in the pool during summer.
SCS: ………………………………
SMS: ………………………………
- Plant flowers (verb phrase)
Definition: To put flowers in the ground to grow.
Example Sentence: We will plant flowers in the garden this weekend.
SCS: ………………………………
SMS: ………………………………
- Use the computer (verb phrase)
Definition: To operate a computer for various tasks.
Example Sentence: I need to use the computer to finish my project.
SCS: ………………………………
SMS: ………………………………
Most Commonly Used English Words
- new–adjective – Something that did not exist before.
Example sentence: I have a new backpack for school.
SCS: ………………………………
SMS: ……………………………… - first– adjective – Coming before all others in order.
Example sentence: She was the first person in line.
SCS: ………………………………
SMS: ……………………………… - last–adjective – Coming after all others in order.
Example sentence: He finished last in the race.
SCS: ………………………………
SMS: ……………………………… - long–adjective – Measuring a large distance from one end to another.
Example sentence: The river is very long.
SCS: ………………………………
SMS: ……………………………… - great–adjective – Very good, large, or important.
Example sentence: We had a great time at the beach.
SCS: ………………………………
SMS: ……………………………… - little–adjective – Small in size or amount.
Example sentence: I have a little dog at home.
SCS: ………………………………
SMS: ……………………………… - own–adjective – Belonging to oneself.
Example sentence: She has her own room.
SCS: ………………………………
SMS: ……………………………… - other–adjective – Different from the one already mentioned.
Example sentence: I like this toy, but I want the other one.
SCS: ………………………………
SMS: ……………………………… - old–adjective – Not new; having existed for a long time.
Example sentence: My old shoes are very comfortable.
SCS: ………………………………
SMS: ……………………………… - same–adjective – Not different; identical.
Example sentence: We have the same backpack.
SCS: ………………………………
SMS: ……………………………… - big–adjective – Large in size.
Example sentence: That is a big house.
SCS: ………………………………
SMS: ……………………………… - high–adjective – Far above the ground.
Example sentence: The bird flew high in the sky.
SCS: ………………………………
SMS: ……………………………… - different–adjective – Not the same.
Example sentence: My shoes are different colors.
SCS: ………………………………
SMS: ……………………………… - small–adjective – Not large; little in size.
Example sentence: I have a small bag.
SCS: ………………………………
SMS: ……………………………… - large– adjective – Big in size.
Example sentence: We saw a large dog in the park.
SCS: ………………………………
SMS: ……………………………… - next–adjective/adverb – Coming immediately after.
Example sentence: Who is next in line?
SCS: ………………………………
SMS: ……………………………… - early–adjective/adverb – Happening before the usual time.
Example sentence: I woke up early today.
SCS: ………………………………
SMS: ……………………………… - young–adjective – Not old; in the early stage of life.
Example sentence: The young boy played with his dog.
SCS: ………………………………
SMS: ……………………………… - important–adjective – Having great value or significance.
Example sentence: It is important to brush your teeth every day.
SCS: ………………………………
SMS: ……………………………… - few–adjective – A small number of something.
Example sentence: I have a few pencils in my bag.
SCS: ………………………………
SMS: ………………………………
