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Unit 4
Integration (ABC)
初中英语译林版八上
Learning objectives
1
学生能够在阅读和听力活动中，获取扎染及DIY相关的信息。
2
学生能够完成对话与写作任务，提升信息整合能力和运用英语描述手工活动的能力。
3
学生能够在DIY主题互动中，体会手工活动的价值，增强合作与表达的主动性。
重点
Free talk
Do you know how these beautiful products are made
What do you think of them
Today we’ll learn about tie-dyeing and other DIY fun.
They’re beautiful and creative.
They are handmade crafts made with tie-dye.
Read the article quickly and answer the questions.
Do you have a tie-dyed T-shirt Tie-dyeing is an old art with a history of over 1,500 years, and it became most popular in the Tang Dynasty.
Here are the steps for tie-dyeing. First twist a piece of cloth and tie it with thread. Then dye the material and when it is dry, untie it. The tied part stays the same colour as before, but the rest has a different colour.
Today, in some parts of Yunnan Province, for example, local people still use traditional tie-dyeing methods to make different products like scarves and bags. Tie-dyeing is not only a form of art but also a lifestyle.
Read and answer
What is tie-dyeing
How old is it
Read and answer
Read the article quickly and answer the questions.
What is tie-dyeing
Tie-dyeing is an old art to colour clothes.
How old is it
It has a history of over 1,500 years.
Read and answer
1. What are the steps to tie-dye a piece of cloth
Underline them in the article.
Tie-dyeing can use natural dyes like plants. It became super popular in the 1960s as a way to show creativity.
2. What else do you know about tie-dyeing
Do you have a tie-dyed T-shirt Tie-dyeing is an old art with a history of over 1,500 years, and it became most popular in the Tang Dynasty.
Here are the steps for tie-dyeing. First twist a piece of cloth and tie it with thread. Then dye the material and when it is dry, untie it.The tied part stays the same colour as before, but the rest has a different colour.
Today, in some parts of Yunnan Province, for example, local people still use traditional tie-dyeing methods to make different products like scarves and bags.
Tie-dyeing is not only a form of art but also a lifestyle.
Think and answer
1. Why do local people still use traditional tie-dyeing methods to make different products
2. Why is tie-dyeing not only a form of art but also a lifestyle
3. What can we teenagers do to protect and spread it
Think and answer
1. Why do local people still use traditional tie-dyeing methods to make different products
It’s their culture. This is a special art they learned from past generations. They want to keep their tradition alive.
Every tie-dyed piece is different. Machines can’t make such beautiful patterns.
Visitors love to buy these handmade products. This helps local people make money.
Think and answer
2. Why is tie-dyeing not only a form of art but also a lifestyle
People don’t just hang tie-dyes as art—they wear them as clothes, use them as bags, and decorate their homes with them. It’s part of their everyday life.
Families and friends often gather to tie-dye together, making it a fun social event, like a tradition or festival.
Many people choose tie-dye because it’s natural, showing care for the environment in their lifestyle.
Think and answer
3. What can we teenagers do to protect and spread it
We can join workshops or watch online videos to make tie-dye crafts, and then share our creations on social media.
We can introduce this art to friends by giving handmade tie-dye gifts or making school project presentations about its cultural value.
When we buy real handmade tie-dye products instead of cheap copies, we help keep this tradition alive.
Circle the key sentences about the tied part.
Do you have a tie-dyed T-shirt Tie-dyeing is an old art with a history of over 1,500 years, and it became most popular in the Tang Dynasty.
Here are the steps for tie-dyeing. First twist a piece of cloth and tie it with thread. Then dye the material and when it is dry, untie it. The tied part stays the same colour as before, but the rest has a different colour.
Today, in some parts of Yunnan Province, for example, local people still use traditional tie-dyeing methods to make different products like scarves and bags. Tie-dyeing is not only a form of art but also a lifestyle.
Circle and learn
Learn compound sentences.
Language points
第一个分句的主语
系动词
表语
状语
连接词
第二个分句的主语
谓语动词
宾语
The tied part stays the same colour as before, but the rest has a different colour.
the same... as是固定结构
What other traditional Chinese crafts do you know
Compare and discuss
Paper Cutting: It’s a popular craft where people use scissors or knives to cut paper into beautiful patterns (like flowers, animals, or festival scenes). It’s often used to decorate homes during the Spring Festival or weddings.
Suzhou Embroidery: A famous embroidery style from Suzhou, known for its delicate stitches and lifelike designs. Embroidery workers often create pictures of birds, flowers, or landscapes on silk, which are both artworks and valuable gifts.
What other traditional Chinese crafts do you know
Compare and discuss
Jingdezhen Pottery: Jingdezhen (called “China’s Porcelain Capital”) has a history of over 1,700 years in making pottery and porcelain. Its products, like blue-and-white porcelain, are famous worldwide for their smooth texture and elegant patterns.
Shadow Puppetry: Artists make puppets from leather or paper, then use light to project their shadows onto a screen and tell stories (usually traditional tales) with music. It’s a fun and old form of folk art.
Why is it important to protect them
Compare and discuss
Importance
They are carriers of Chinese culture.
They show ancient wisdom and skills.
They enrich our spiritual life.
They can support local economies.
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Listen and complete
Amy is talking about her experience in a tie-dyeing workshop at school. Listen and complete the notes below.
B1
Tie-dyeing: a fun workshop guide
Twist (1) of the T-shirt and tie them with thread.
Put the T-shirt into a big bowl of blue dye made from a special(2) ______.
Move the T-shirt around in the dye for a few (3) ________.
Take the T-shirt out of the dye and let it dry in the (4) ________.
Once it is (5) , untie the T-shirt and see the amazing patterns.
minutes
dry
parts
plant
sun
Listen and complete
Listen to Amy and her friend James talking about the things they make at plete the notes below.
B2
Making things at home
Amy
Likes learning (1) and making things
Cooks (2) food
Makes cute clothes for her (3) _________
Loves making things
Made a bird box and a (4) for bees
Sometimes fixes his parents’ (5) _________
new skills
delicious Chinese
pet cat
James
bikes
little house
Read and complete
Amy is writing a blog plete it with the information in Parts B1 and B2.
B3
Making things is great fun!
If you want to have fun making new things at home, why not try tie-dyeing The traditional (1) of the Bai people of Dali is really easy and so much fun! You can make lots of different things, such as bags or (2) . You can use natural dyes from (3) to make amazing colours. All you need is a piece of cloth, rolls of thread and a bowl of (4)
method
T-shirts
plants
dye
Read and complete
You can try lots of other things at home too. How about (5) Why not try making traditional (6) It is also fun to make cute (7) for pets, like cats and dogs. And if you have a(n) (8) , you may want to make things like a bird box or a little house for bees. You can also help (9) things around the house.
cooking
food
clothes
garden
fix
Role-play
Amy is talking with her classmates about the fun of DIY. Work in groups and talk about the topic. Use the conversation below as a model.
C
Amy: I love DIY. It helps us develop hands-on skills.
Daniel: Me too. I like making new things out of old ones. It can reduce waste.
Millie: I agree! It’s also a fun way to spend time with good friends and family. My grandma often teaches me how to make dolls. I love to spend time with her.
Suzy: That’s really nice. I love DIY because I find I’m good at it. Doing DIY brings me great joy.
What fun do you have in DIY Share your story.
Talk and share
Useful expressions:
I love DIY because ...
It helps us develop ... skills.
I like making ... It can ...
It’s also a fun way to ...
Doing DIY brings me ...
...
Summary
What have we learned about DIY What skills did we practice
Grammar
first: used to introduce the initial step
then: indicates the next step
finally: shows the last step
Sequencing
words
describing DIY experiences: I love DIY because...; made... and it was...
stating reasons for loving DIY: DIY can bring joy/reduce waste
About DIY
Homework
1
Base: Copy the tie-dyeing steps and key sentences about DIY(e.g.,
“First twist the cloth, then dye it”).
2
Practice: Write 3 sentences about a DIY activity you did, using “first
then, finally” to describe the steps.
3
Expand: Interview a family member about their DIY experiences,
take notes, and share in the next class.
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