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Unit 6
Being creative
Lesson 6 Understanding cultures
学习目标
To understand the story of Lu Ban and his inventions.
To learn about the Four Great Inventions in ancient China.
To introduce one of creative inventors in the world form the inventor's name, the field of interest, the inventions and what you can learn from the inventor.
What do you know about Lu Ban?
Gongshu Ban the state of Lu
carpenter a quick learner creative invent new tools the first saw grappling hooks rams for fighting cloud ladder
Pre-reading
Read the passage and match the main idea.
The inventions of Lu Ban
The introduction of Lu Ban
The interest of Lu Ban
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While-reading
Lu Ban, or Gongshu Ban, was born in the State of Lu.
When he was young, Lu Ban worked with his family. He was a quick learner. He was also creative. He had great interest in inventing new tools.
One day, Lu Ban cut his finger on a leaf. He saw that the leaf had teeth on its edge. He realised that a toothed edge could make cutting easier. In the following days, Lu Ban invented the first saw in history.
Lu Ban invented many other things, such as grappling hooks and rams for fighting on boats and the “cloud ladder” for attacking walled towns.
He also helped build many bridges and palaces in the State of Lu and other states. He made a big difference in China.
A What do you learn after reading the third paragraph?
B What is a "cloud ladder"?
We learn that how Lu Ban invented the first saw in history.
It is for attacking walled towns.
Read the passage and answer the questions.
Read the Paragraphs 1-2 and answer the question.
What was his interest?
He had great interest in inventing new tools.
Lu Ban, or Gongshu Ban, was born in the State of Lu.
When he was young, Lu Ban worked with his family. He was a quick learner. He was also creative. He had great interest in inventing new tools.
Read the Paragraph 3 and answer the question.
How did Lu Ban make a saw?
Lu Ban ______ his finger on a leaf.
Lu Ban ______that the leaf had teeth on its edges.
Lu Ban ________ that a toothed edge could make cutting easier.
Lu Ban ________ the first saw in history.
cut
saw
realised
invented
One day, Lu Ban cut his finger on a leaf. He saw that the leaf had teeth on its edge. He realised that a toothed edge could make cutting easier. In the following days, Lu Ban invented the first saw in history.
Read the Paragraphs 4-5 and answer the questions.
Which of the following inventions are not mentioned?
A. grappling hooks
and rams 钩拒
B. cloud ladder
云梯
C. Lu Ban lock
鲁班锁
Lu Ban invented many other things, such as grappling hooks and rams for fighting on boats and the “cloud ladder” for attacking walled towns.
He also helped build many bridges and palaces in the State of Lu and other states. He made a big difference in China.
What do you think of Lu Ban?
clever
creative
thoughtful
善于思考的
observant
善于观察的
We should learn to notice something carefully, try to find out the reasons, and use it to create new inventions.
Learning tips: In Chinese, we have the phrase ban men nong fu. This phrase has something to do with Lu Ban. What does it mean? Some people think we need to ban men nong fu sometimes. Do you agree with them?
1. He was a quick learner. 他学得很快。
e.g. She is a quick learner and can pick up new skills easily.
她是个学得快的人，能轻松掌握新技能。
quick learner 学习能力强的人；学得快的人
Language points
2. Lu Ban invented many other things, such as grappling hooks and rams for fighting on boats and the "cloud ladder" for attacking walled towns. 鲁班还发明了其他许多东西，比如用于在船上战斗的抓钩和撞锤，以及用于攻击有城墙的城镇的“云梯”。
invent“发明；创造；捏造；虚构”，强调运用想象力创造出以前从未有过的事物，如机器、设备、方法、材料等，也可指通过调查研究和思考发明有用的东西，还可表示出于不诚实或坏的目的捏造借口、理由、事实等。
“invent sth.” 表示 “发明某物”
e.g. He invented a new game. 他发明了一种新游戏。
“invent an excuse/reason/explanation” 表示 “编造借口/理由/解释”
e.g. I had to invent an excuse to explain why I was late.
我不得不编造一个借口来解释我为什么迟到了。
invention，名词，发明。“the invention of...” 表示 “……的发明”
e.g. The invention of the internet has changed the world.
互联网的发明改变了世界。
such as 的意思是 “例如；像；比如”，用于列举事物时，可以列举一个或多个同类人或物。它后面可以接名词、动词 - ing 形式或名词性短语等。
e.g. There are many fruits such as apples, bananas and oranges.
有许多水果，例如苹果、香蕉和橙子。
They have studied many languages such as English, French and Spanish.
他们学习了许多语言，如英语、法语和西班牙语。
for example” 的意思是 “例如；举个例子”，也用于举例说明，但强调所举的例子是为了更清晰地阐述观点、解释说明某个概念或规则等。它后面一般接一个完整的句子或短语，并且常常与所阐述的内容紧密相关。
e.g. To keep healthy, you need to exercise regularly. For example, you can go for a walk after dinner every day. 为了保持健康，你需要规律地锻炼。例如，你可以每天晚饭后去散步。
3. He made a big difference in China.他在中国做出了巨大的贡献
make a difference“有影响；起（重要）作用”，强调某事物、行为或人能够对情况、结果等产生积极或消极的改变，使事物变得不同。
e.g. You can make a big difference in the community by volunteering.
通过做志愿者，你可以给社区带来很大的改变。
The new policy will make a positive difference to the development of the region. 新政策将对这个地区的发展产生积极的影响。
The Four Great Inventions in ancient China greatly promoted the development of China and the world. Do you know what they are? Look at the pictures and match them to their names. Then discuss with your classmates.
paper-making
printing
compass
gunpowder
Post-reading
There are many creative inventors in the world. Work in groups and introduce one of them.
The following questions may help you：
What did
he/she invent?
What is his/her field of interest?
What can you learn from him/her?
Name of the inventor
I can talk about the steps of making a hand-made product:
· First, we got different materials.
· Next, we cut the paper into a shape.
· Finally, we drew beautiful patterns on our kite.
I can talk about traditional Chinese handicrafts:
· Paper cutting is a traditional art form in China.
· People fly kites to express their wishes for a better life.
I can talk about DIY using reflexive pronouns:
· I made the monkey out of clay. I painted it myself.
· Did you make the costumes by yourself?
improvement needed:
Self-check
DIY
In a world of imagination, where dreams unfold,
DIY becomes an adventure, a story yet untold.
With tools and creativity, we take our stand,
Transforming ordinary things with our hands.
Scissors cut, glue sticks, and paintbrushes dance,
As we craft and create, taking every chance.
Piece by piece, we shape our vision true.
DIY magic, bringing dreams to life anew.
Fun time
Homework
? Review Unit 6.
? Preview Unit 7 Lesson 1.

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