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Unit 1
Time to Relax
第六课时　Section B(Project & Reflecting)
人教版 八年级 英语（下）
* Project
In groups, ask one another the following questions. Note down the answers in a table.
4a
What free-time activities do you like
Why do you like each activity
Name Free-time activity Reason
Frank playing football It's a great way to exercise.
listening to music It helps him to relax.
going to the cinema Lt’s fun.
Create a chart that shows your group's results. Below is an example.
4b
Present your chart and explain it to the class.
4c
In our group, eight people like listening to music. It is the most popular free-time activity, We like it because ...
* Reading Plus
Work Hard, Play Hard
　It can be hard to make time for a hobby when we have many important things to do. But hobbies might be more important than you think.
　　Physical hobbies like going hiking or playing tennis can help you to stay healthy. They keep you fit, and they can even lower stress and improve your memory and concentration. Other types of hobbies can also keep us healthy. Some scientists believe that making music can lower our blood pressure and make our body stronger. This makes it harder for us to fall sick. Playing an instrument also keeps our brains young. So, if you think that playing the guitar is a waste of time, remember that this hobby is actually a great way to stay healthy!
　　Hobbies are also good for your emotional well-being. Creative hobbies like painting or writing can help you deal with negative emotions by giving you a way to express how you feel. They can even make you feel good about yourself! In one study, after just 45 minutes of making art, most of the participants reported feeling more confident in themselves!　
　　However, while hobbies have many benefits, it is important to find the right balance. Playing computer games or chatting online may be fun, but such hobbies usually involve a lot of screen time. That could cause problems such as eye strain or poor sleep. These activities are also usually done alone, and that could cause some people to feel lonely. Why not choose an outdoor hobby instead Fresh air, green spaces, peace and quiet—these things help us to relax and feel good.
And if you go hiking or fly a kite in the park, you can take a friend with you! Hanging out with friends reduces loneliness and can be a good way to build relationships.
　　Regardless of what your hobby is, it is important to make time for it. After all, all work and no play makes Jack a dull boy!
1
Read the text. Write F for facts or O for opinions.
1. Hobbies might be more important than you think.
2. Going hiking can lower stress and improve your memory.
3. Playing the guitar is a great way to stay healthy.
O
F
O
4. Most of the participants in one study reported feeling more confident after creating art.
5. Too much screen time can cause eye strain and poor sleep.
6. All work and no play makes Jack a dull boy.
F
F
O
2
Discuss the questions.
1. What are the two main ways in which hobbies can be good for us
Two main ways: Hobbies are good for us by benefiting both physical health and emotional well-being. Physical hobbies help keep fit and reduce stress, while creative ones ease negative emotions.
2. Why might some people think that “playing the guitar is a waste of time”
They may ignore the health benefits of playing the guitar and only focus on handling “important tasks”, so they think it is a waste of time.
3. What does the writer mean by “it is important to find the right balance”
It means we should choose proper and healthy hobbies. We need to avoid those that involve too much screen time (which may cause eye strain or poor sleep) or overly solitary ones (that might lead to loneliness).
4. What do you think “All work and no play makes Jack a dull boy” means Do you agree
Meaning: If a person only focuses on work and never spends time on hobbies or relaxation, they will become dull and lack vitality. Agreement: Yes, because proper hobbies can relieve work stress and refresh our minds, helping us work better.
5.What is your favourite hobby How does it help you
My favorite hobby is reading. It helps me expand my knowledge and broaden my horizons by exposing me to different stories and ideas, and it also allows me to relax when I feel stressed.
1. What free-time activities have you learnt about
2. What free-time activities do you, your friends, and your family do
3. Which two functions of infinitives have you learnt Can you use them properly
4. Why do you do free-time activities How do they help you
5. Why do you think we need time to relax
Reflecting
All work and no play makes Jack a dull boy.
Homework
Make a list of your favourite free time activities with reasons for each.You can also add some reflections on how these activities help you.

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