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教学设计
课程基本信息
学科 英语 年级 七年级 学期 第一学期
课题 How do you make your birthday meaningful
教科书 2024人教版初中英语七年级上
教学目标
1. 知识与技能 学生能够理解不同文化中的生日庆祝方式，能够掌握并使用“My birthday is on...”“Long noodles are a symbol of long life.”等关键句型描述有意义的生日活动。 2. 过程与方法 学生能够提高阅读理解及小组合作能力，并且通过角色扮演和创意任务增强语言表达能力。 3. 情感态度与价值观 引导学生思考如何让生日变得更有意义，珍惜亲情与友情。 4. 文化意识 学生能够认识生日作为家庭、传统和自然联系的重要性。
教学内容
教学重点:正确使用新学句型“My birthday is on...”等描述生日庆祝活动。 教学难点:引导学生从语言学习中理解“meaningful birthdays”的内涵,并且鼓励学生在实际生活中思考和实践有意义的生日方式。
教学过程
Ⅰ. Leading-in（0:00 – 2:30） T: Good morning, class! Today we’re going to talk about something everyone loves — birthdays! Birthdays are a special time for celebration. They are days when people feel happy, receive love from family and friends, and sometimes even get presents or eat their favorite food. But did you know that how we celebrate can also show what we care about So today, our topic is: "How do you make your birthday meaningful " We’ll learn how people from different cultures celebrate their birthdays — and discover what makes them truly special. Before we start reading, look at these pictures on the screen. What do you see 展示图片：蒙古包、手把肉、长寿面、哈达 Ss: (可能回答) People are riding horses… They are eating meat… That’s a big bowl of noodles… T: Very good observations! These pictures show us life in Inner Mongolia — a beautiful place with wide grasslands, strong traditions, and unique ways of celebrating. For example, this is a Mongolian yurt（蒙古包） — or as they call it, a ger. This is where many families live. And here you can see a traditional sport — wrestling! Many young men take part in competitions during festivals. And here’s a big bowl of long noodles — very important on birthdays because they symbolize long life. Also, look at the colorful scarves — these are called hadas（哈达）. People give them as a sign of respect and good wishes. These traditions help make birthdays meaningful in Inner Mongolia — not just fun, but full of love, culture, and connection. Today, we'll read about Yu Xiaoming and Judy Clark, and find out how they make their birthdays meaningful. Ⅱ. Pre-Reading（2:30 – 5:00） Before we start reading, let’s warm up with a quick activity. Please open your textbook to page 72. Look at Task 1a. You’ll see a list of birthday activities. Check the ones you usually do or would like to do on your birthday. Take 30 seconds to finish this. Have you finished Now, share it with us. Why did you choose those activities Try to use full sentences when you speak. For example, you can say, “I usually have a party with my friends because I enjoy being with them.” Or, “I would like to go out for dinner because I love eating in restaurants.” Am i clear Ok Let’s invite two students to share their ideas with the class. Who wants to go first Okay, Lily, please tell us what you chose and why. Lily: I usually eat cake and get presents from my parents. I also like taking photos with my friends. T: Great! Thank you, Lily. Now, anyone else Yes, Tom, please share yours. Tom: I don’t really like big parties. I prefer spending time with my family quietly at home. Sometimes we cook together. T: That sounds meaningful too. Spending quality time with loved ones can make a birthday truly special. Thanks for sharing, Tom. Very well done, both of you! And don’t forget — today we’re not just learning English. We’re also exploring culture. So keep your eyes open and your minds curious! Ⅲ. While-Reading（5:00 – 20:00） T: Alright, now let’s begin reading. Today we have two short texts — one by Yu Xiaoming , and one by Judy Clark . First, let’s start with a quick read for the main idea. Read both texts carefully and choose the best summary for each. You have three minutes to read and think.（学生阅读课文，教师巡视指导）OK, time is up! Now, turn to your partner and compare your answers. Which text do you think talks more about family traditions And which one focuses more on friends and fun Now, does anyone think Yu Xiaoming’s main idea is about how to celebrate birthdays Yes, Lily, please go ahead. Lily: I think it's about how to celebrate birthdays, because he talks about what he does on his birthday, like eating long noodles, taking pictures with his family every year on his birthday and so on. T: Do you agree？That’s a great point! And why are long noodles special in many cultures Tom Tom: Because they mean long life. T: Exactly! In many places, especially in Inner Mongolia, long noodles are eaten on birthdays to wish for a long and happy life. So yes, Yu Xiaoming’s story is all about tradition, family love, and food — all of which make his birthday celebration deeply meaningful. And Judy’s What’s her main idea Sally: She has a party with friends and gets presents. T: Right! In other words, this text describes who to celebrate birthdays with, right？Maybe their lives are very different, but both of these stories are about how they make their birthdays meaningful. Yu Xiaoming finds meaning through family traditions and cultural symbols, while Judy enjoys the joy and fun of celebrating with friends and her parents. Now let’s look at Task 1c. We’re going to fill in the table together. As we do this, think about how each activity contributes to making their birthdays meaningful. Name BirthdayActivityYu Xiaoming13th JuneEats noodles with eggsJudy Clark28th JulyHas a party with friends
You have three minutes to find the details in the text. Go back and read again if needed.（学生完成表格,教师巡视指导）Time’s up! Let’s check the answers together. What date is Yu Xiaoming’s birthday Class: 13th June! T: And what does he do Class: He eats noodles with eggs. T: Very good! And Judy She celebrates on 28th July and she usually has a party with friends. Perfect! Now let’s move on to Task 1d. Answer the five questions based on the texts. Work in pairs. Try to answer all five using full sentences. For example, for question 1: Why does Xiaoming eat birthday noodles You can say: “Because long noodles symbolize long life.”Got it You have three minutes.(学生讨论并回答问题) Alright, let’s go over the answers. Who wants to try question 1 S1: He eats long noodles because they mean long life. T: Perfect! Question 2 S2: They take photos under the big tree. T: Nice job! Question 3 S3: She likes the surprise part. T: Yes! She says, “It was a nice surprise!” Question 4 S4: Her mom makes chocolate cake because she knows Judy loves it. T: Great! And finally, question 5 — can you give Judy some ideas about how to spend a meaningful birthday S5: Maybe plant a tree or help someone else. T: Excellent suggestion! That’s a thoughtful and kind way to celebrate. Now let’s think a little deeper. Are there any similarities between these birthday celebrations and those in our Inner Mongolia In Inner Mongolia, people also eat noodles — especially long noodles — for birthdays. They believe noodles bring long life. Also, families gather together, sing songs, and spend time with loved ones. Does that sound familiar Yes! Both cultures value family time, food, and celebration. We can say: “Though the customs may differ, the spirit is the same.” What makes a birthday meaningful isn’t just what we do — it’s why we do it. In both stories and in our own culture, birthdays are about showing love, sharing happiness, and being with people who care about us. That’s what makes learning about other cultures so exciting — we discover how much we share, even when our lives seem very different. Ⅲ.Post-Reading（20:00 – 32:00） T: Now, let’s move on to some useful language expressions from the texts. These will help us not only talk about how we celebrate birthdays, but also why those celebrations are meaningful to us. Listen carefully and repeat after me: “My birthday is on...” “I always eat...” “Long noodles are a symbol of long life.” “I like taking photos because...” “I wish you a happy birthday!” Good job! Now, use these sentences to describe your own birthday — and think about what makes it meaningful for you. For example: “My birthday is on 5th October . I always eat cake with my family.” Got it You have three minutes to write down your birthday sentence using at least three of the key phrases. Then, work in groups of four. One person will be the birthday star today — the others will act as family or friends. You should practice giving wishes and describing birthday plans. Use full sentences and take turns speaking. Let’s see some performances later!(学生练习对话，教师巡视指导) Time’s up! Who wants to share first Ok,Group A, come up and show us your birthday conversation. Group A performs: Student A (Birthday Star):My birthday is on 18th August. I usually eat noodles because my mom says they bring good luck. Student B:Happy birthday! I wish you a happy life and many dreams come true. Student C:I brought you a gift — a book about horses. I know you love them. Student D:We want to take photos by the school gate and eat out together. Student A:Thank you all! That sounds perfect! T: Very well done, Group A! Thank you for sharing. Your dialogue used the new language very naturally — from saying when your birthday is, to explaining what you like doing, and even giving gifts and wishes. This activity helps us not only learn new language but also understand how people express love and celebration in different cultures. Most importantly, it shows us how we can make our birthdays meaningful — through family time, kind words, traditions, and heartfelt wishes. Now, let’s build on that idea with a more creative task. Imagine it’s the birthday of a herdsman (牧民) living in Inner Mongolia. How would you plan a meaningful birthday for him or her Think about local cultural elements — like horseback riding, milk tea, Mongolian songs, and eco-friendly ideas. You can work in the same group. You have four minutes to discuss and prepare a short presentation. Here are some tips，each group should answer: Where will the party be What activities will happen What food will you prepare How will you make it special and meaningful Ok time is up. Let’s hear from Group B . Group B: We’ll hold a small party in the grasslands. We’ll sing Mongolian songs, ride horses, and plant trees to protect the environment. T: Wonderful! You combined culture and care for nature — very meaningful. Group C Group C: We’ll cook a traditional meal with dairy products and invite neighbors. Then we’ll write birthday wishes on leaves and hang them on a tree. T: So creative! That sounds like a beautiful way to celebrate together. These ideas show how we can combine tradition, community, and environmental care. Just like Yu Xiaoming and Judy Clark, we may live differently, but we all want to celebrate with joy and meaning. Great job. Ⅳ.Summary and cultural expansion（32:00 – 37:00） T: So,today, we’ve learned how people celebrate birthdays in different ways. We read about Yu Xiaoming and Judy Clark. We also know that birthdays in Inner Mongolia are more than personal events-- they are a time for family, tradition, and nature. Even though the ways of celebrating may be different, the meaning is the same — love, joy, and connection. Today, we not only practiced new language, but also explored how to make celebrations more heartfelt and full of meaning. Let’s take a moment to reflect. Think quietly for 3 minute: What do these celebrations have in common (学生静默思考) Time is over! Who wants to share first Tom: I think both cultures like to eat special food on birthdays. T: Very good! In both cultures, food plays an important role. Long noodles or chocolate cake — it’s all about sharing something meaningful. Lily: People spend time with family or friends. T: Exactly! Whether it’s a big party or a quiet dinner, being with loved ones is the most important part. So next time someone you care about has a birthday — remember: it’s not about how much you spend, but how much heart you give. Let’s take something from today’s lesson into our own lives — and maybe try a new way to celebrate. Ⅴ.Homework（38:00 – 40:00） T: Ok, for homework today, I have a fun and meaningful task for you. Please write a short essay titled: "A Meaningful Birthday" Use the sentence patterns we learned today to describe your ideal birthday. Think about: Where would it be Who would be there What would you eat or do But here’s the twist: Also interview three family members or friends about how they celebrate their birthdays — and what makes their celebrations meaningful to them. You might discover something new about your parents, grandparents, or even your best friend! Write down what they told you and bring it to class next time. We’ll share some of your stories and maybe even create a small “Birthday Culture Wall” together — showing how different people find meaning in celebration. This will help you practice both writing and speaking — and most importantly, it will help you understand how love, tradition, and connection can make any birthday special. Thank you for your hard work today! Have a wonderful day — and remember: “Every birthday is special — especially when we celebrate with love.”

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