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Unit 5
Going on an exchange trip
Writing
Learning objectives
By the end of this lesson, we will be able to :
1. master the format of a thank-you letter
掌握感谢信的格式
2. learn more expressions of showing gratitude
积累表达感谢的用语
3. use more details to show authentic feelings
运用细节描写传递真实情感
Revision of Reading(Page 69)
She has learnt to use chopsticks.
Sarah
Eric
They have made many new friends.
He has learnt a bit of T'ai chi.
They have tried to paint some Chinese paintings.
The Present Perfect Tense : have/has + done
A group of British students from Woodpark School in London are visiting Yangguang Junior high school in Beijing on an educational exchange.
Differences
language
food
school
Discuss with your partner :
What are the big differences they have met
Their exchange visit
is wonderful.
Culture Shock
Pairwork
Have you ever gone to a foreign country for an exchange visit
Have you experienced culture shock？
Who helped you through it
How did you thank them
Do you usually just say "thank you"
Pre-writing
A famous blogger wants to share her experience with you!
图片来自网络
I went to the United States at the beginning of 2025 as a teacher there to study and do research.
Just like Sara and Eric , I lived with a host family and felt surprised and a little uncomfortable because of the cultural differences. At first, it was hard for me to get used to the new life. I didn’t really like the local food, I often felt alone, and sometimes I couldn’t understand the casual words people used. Sometimes others didn’t understand me either.
But luckily, my host family was very kind and helpful. They treated me just like a family member. I was really moved by their warmth and care. This trip became a special memory that changed me and taught me a lot!
Feeling very grateful, she did something to show her gratitude.
gave them a hug
cooked them a meal
sent them some presents
wrote them
a thank-you email
Here is her thank-you email to her host family in America.
Dear Mike and Sue,
How are you these days I miss you very much.
I still remember the days I spent with you. You planned so many activities to help me overcome the culture shock. I felt grateful to you during my stay.
Welcome to Shenzhen. I hope to hear from you soon!
Yours
Zihan
Eric also had a similar experience and feeling with Zihan and wants to write a thank-you email .
Dear Mr.and Mr. Li, ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
I hope to hear from you soon
Yours,
Eric
Help Eric complete his thank-you email to the Li family (P77).
While-writing
Step 1 Write the outline and the useful expressions.
Word Bank: Showing gratitude
Level 1：
I am grateful.
It’s so kind of you.
Thank you for your help.
I really appreciate your help.
Level 2：
I can’t thank you enough.
Words cannot express my gratitude.
I'd like to express my gratitude to you.
I want to say thank you from the bottom of my heart.
Word Bank: Showing gratitude
Dear Mr.and Mr. Li, ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
I hope to hear from you soon
Yours,
Eric
Step 2 Arrange the contents
Names of the host family
Greetings
Body
ending
Your name
While-writing
Dear Mr and Mrs Li,
How are you Thank you for taking care of me during my stay in Beijing. I felt like part of your family.
I am grateful that you helped me a lot. It has been a fantastic experience.
I have told my friends about my visit. I would like to invite you to visit me in London soon.
I hope to hear from you soon
Yours,
Eric
Step 2 Finish the draft
While-writing
Step 3 Polish the writing
---How can we improve it
Tip 1
Make your handwriting neat and beautiful.
Which expression is better
1. Thank you for your help.
2. I really thank you for your incredible kindness and warm hospitality during my stay in Beijing.
Step 3 Polish the writing
---How can we improve it
Tip 2
Use more details to show authentic feelings (真实情感).
Rewrite:
How are you Thank you for taking care of me during my stay in Beijing. I felt like part of your family.
How time flies! I have been back to London for a month. I miss you so much! How are you these days Thank you for taking care of me during my stay in Beijing. I felt like part of your family. I really appreciate it.
Have a try!
Rewrite:
I am grateful that you helped me a lot. It has been a fantastic experience.
I am truly grateful for everything you did for me—the delicious meals, the comfortable room, and the memorable tours around the city. What I enjoyed most was our visit to the Great Wall and the Summer Palace. I also loved learning more about Chinese culture—trying tai chi, learning about Chinese painting, and even using chopsticks at every meal! It has been a fantastic experience to learn more about your history and daily life.
Have a try!
Rewrite :
I have told my friends about my visit.
I have told my friends in London about my visit. They were so curious about my stay.
Have a try!
Rewrite :
I would like to invite you to visit me in London soon.
I hope you can visit my hometown, London. There are so many places of interest here, like Big Ben and Tower Bridge. They are amazing!
Have a try!
Dear Mr and Mrs Li,
How are you Thank you for taking care of me during my stay in Beijing. I felt like part of your family.
I am grateful that you helped me a lot .It has been a fantastic experience._
I have told my friends about my visit. I would like to invite you to visit me in London soon.
I hope to hear from you soon
Yours,
Eric
Step 4 Write the final thank-you email
While-writing
Please add your own ideas!
Sample writing
Dear Mr and Mrs Li,
How time flies! I have been back to London for a month. I miss you so much! How are you these days Thank you for taking care of me during my stay in Beijing. I felt like part of your family. I really appreciate it.
I am truly grateful for everything you did for me—the delicious meals, the comfortable room, and the memorable tours around the city. What I enjoyed most was our visit to the Great Wall and the Summer Palace. I also loved learning more about Chinese culture—trying tai chi, learning about Chinese painting, and even using chopsticks at every meal! It has been a fantastic experience to learn more about your history and daily life.
I have told my friends in London about my visit. They were so curious about my stay. I hope you can visit my hometown, London. There are so many places of interest here, like Big Ben and Tower Bridge. They are amazing! I’m sure British culture is another great experience for you! Can’t wait to see you soon!
Yours
Eric
Summary
The format of a thank-you email.
Some useful expressions of showing gratitude.
Writing skill: Add more details to show authentic feelings
Gratitude is the fairest blossom which springs from the soul.
Checklist
评分项目
Structure
Content
Language
Handwriting
Post -writing Evaluate the writing
Homework
Required : Polish the blogger Zihan’s thank-you email
Dear Mike and Sue,
How are you these days I miss you very much.
I still remember the days I spent with you. You planned so many activities to help me overcome the culture shock. I felt grateful to you during my stay.
Welcome to Shenzhen. I hope to hear from you soon!
Yours
Zihan
Homework
Optional: Interview a freind or a family member who has experiece staying with a host family and write a report.

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