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Unit 8
Making a Difference
第四课时 Section B 1a-1d&Reading plus
课型：阅读课
主讲人：XXX
Pre-reading
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While-reading
03
Lead-in
01
Post-reading & Reading Plus
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CONTENTS
Language points
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Exercise
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Summary
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Homework
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学习目标
理解并掌握核心词汇与短语：rescue, emergency, provide medical aid, search for missing people, sign up, ever since, prepare for the worst等；识别演讲的基本结构（开头的“hook”、主体故事、工作介绍、结尾的“call to action”）；通过图片预测和快速阅读，获取演讲的主要内容（志愿者经历、救援行动、感悟与号召）。
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完成段落匹配、细节问答等阅读任务，梳理演讲的信息框架；复述演讲者的主要经历和蓝天救援队的志愿工作内容；模仿演讲中的关键句式，表达自己对志愿服务的理解和感悟。
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结合自身生活，讨论“帮助他人就是帮助自己”等主题句的含义，并发表个人见解；在小组活动中，模拟一次简短的“志愿者分享会”，运用本课所学语言和演讲结构，介绍自己或他人的志愿经历。
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通过本节课学习，学生能够：
01 Lead-in
Watch a video
Do you know about them
What are the people in blue doing
They are from Blue Sky Rescue, a volunteer rescue team. Today we'll read a speech by one of its members.
02 Pre-reading
Look at the pictures of some Blue Sky Rescue volunteers and discuss the questions.
1. What do you think the volunteers in blue are doing
2. Have you heard any stories about Blue Sky Rescue
1a
Maybe he will talk about
his story, what Blue Sky Rescue does and why he volunteers.
What do you think the speaker will talk about
Read the speech by a Blue Sky Rescue volunteer.
03 While-reading
Read the speech and match the main idea with each paragraph.
Greeting and thanks
How he got to know Blue Sky Rescue
His volunteer work
Call to action
what he has learned
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Back in 2008, I was hiking in the mountains with some friends when one of
them fell and got a bad head injury. We had to find help quickly, so we called an emergency number. It was already dark, and we couldn’t even see where we were. After some time, we heard dogs barking and the voices of the Blue Sky Rescue team. I nearly started crying. We were so thankful that they found us!
Read the second paragraph and put the words in correct places.
Time
Place
Event
Solution
Result
I’ve never forgotten that day. Since then, I’ve wanted to help others too. I signed up with Blue Sky Rescue in 2009, and I’ve been a volunteer ever since. We’ve been to schools and other communities to teach children and adults how to stay safe and prepare for the worst. We’ve also rescued people during emergencies. We’ve provided medical aid and searched for missing people after natural disasters, like the 2013 earthquake in Ya’an and the typhoon in the Philippines in the same year. In 2023, we even helped in places as far away as Türkiye!
Read the third paragraph and fill in the time line.
in 2009
in the 2013 earthquake in Ya’an and the typhoon in the Philippines
in 2023
The writer _________ with Blue Sky Rescue
signed up
They’ve _________________ and _______________________ after natural disasters
provided medical aid
searched for missing people
They helped in places as far away as _________.
Türkiye
What else have they done
Working as a volunteer has taught me many practical life-saving skills. It has also helped me understand the power of teamwork because it’s the key to successful rescues. Most of all, being a volunteer has taught me the value of every life.
Read the fourth paragraph and answer the questions.
1. What is the key to successful rescues
2. What has the speaker learned from his volunteer experience
The power of teamwork.
The speaker has learnt many practical life-saving skills, the power of teamwork and the value of every life.
The work is difficult. It’s voluntary, so we aren’t paid. We often go without food or sleep. But our primary goal has always been to save as many people as we can. I’m just an ordinary person, but I’ll rush into danger, just like everyone else in Blue Sky Rescue. To the people we’ve saved and their loved ones, I know we’re their heroes. And that makes everything we do worth it. We want to do even more, but we can’t do it all alone. Will you join us as a volunteer Together we can make a difference!
Read the last paragraph and answer the questions.
1. What is the main goal of Blue Sky Rescue
To get paid. B. To save people. C. To become famous.
2. What does the speaker mean by “that makes everything we do worth it”
A. They earn a lot of money. B. They enjoy hard work. C. They are seen as heroes.
Why does the speaker ask, “Will you join us as a volunteer ”
A. To show the work is hard. B. To ask listeners for help. C. To say they are ordinary.
1b
Read the speech by a Blue Sky Rescue volunteer. What kind of hook does the speaker use Which paragraph includes a call to action
Hook: A “hook” is like a magnet at the start of a speech. It grabs the audience’s attention — make them think “Wow, I want to hear more!”
Call to action: At the end, the speaker says “Hey, you! Do something!”, like asking people to join, help, or change.
1b
Read the speech by a Blue Sky Rescue volunteer. What kind of hook does the speaker use Which paragraph includes a call to action
How does the speaker start his speech
Why is that effective
Where is the call to action
A personal story.
It grabs attention and makes the audience care.
Invite more people to join them.
Read the speech again. Write the correct paragraph number next to each paragraph summary.
____ The speaker shares what he has learnt from his volunteer experience.
____ The speaker tells a story about how he got to know Blue Sky Rescue.
____ The speaker invites the audience to volunteer with Blue Sky Rescue.
____ The speaker greets the audience and thanks them.
____ The speaker talks about the work the Blue Sky Rescue volunteers have done.
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1c
When did the speaker join Blue Sky Rescue Why did he join the organization
2. What has he learnt from his volunteer experience
3. What are some difficulties the Blue Sky Rescue volunteers face
4. Why is the speaker willing to put his life in danger
5. What qualities do you think a Blue Sky Rescue volunteer should have
Read again and answer the questions.
1d
In 2009. Because he was helped by Blue Sky Rescue in 2008 and wanted to help others too.
Practical life-saving skills, the power of teamwork, and the value of every life.
They aren’t paid, and they often go without food or sleep.
To save as many people as possible.
They should be brave, selfless, responsible, good at teamwork, and deeply committed to their mission
04 Post-reading
How do you understand the sentences below Discuss your opinions in groups.
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Kindness leaves its mark on the giver too.
By helping others, you also improve yourself — in heart, mind, or spirit.
We all face hard times, so let’s support each other. Today’s helper could be tomorrow’s person in need.
Group work : Volunteer Story Sharing
Now let's have our own "Volunteer Story Sharing" session. Imagine you are a volunteer like the speaker. Share what you do, why you do it, and what you've learned.
Group work : Volunteer Story Sharing
Here are some useful expressions for you:
I remember one day... (describe a personal story/hook)
Since then, I've wanted to help others.
I signed up with...
I have done... (volunteer activities)
I have learned that...
I hope you will also consider...
Bringing Smiles to the Elderly
I remember one day when I visited my grandmother at a nursing home. I saw many elderly people sitting alone, looking out the window. No one came to talk to them. I thought, "What if that were me "
Since then, I've wanted to help others — especially the elderly. I joined a youth volunteer group and signed up with a nursing home near my school.
I have done many things there. I exercise with the elderly to help them stay active. I also play Chinese chess with them and teach them how to use a mobile phone so they can video call their families.
I have learned that many old people are very lonely, but they have wonderful life stories to share. A little time and attention can make them feel loved and happy.
I hope you will also consider spending time with the elderly. You don't need special skills — just a kind heart and a willing smile.
Reading plus
HOME ABOUT POSTS CONTACT
Unusual Volunteers
"Come here! What a good boy!" Those were words I never expected to hear from my mum when I visited her in hospital. Mum has been sick for a long time now, and she often seemed sad and tired. I didn't expect to hear her laughing. It has been a long time since I heard my mum sounding so happy! But when I rounded the corner, I understood everything.
Mum had a very unusual visitor—a dog!
A regular volunteer at the hospital, Anna, was there with her therapy dog, Banjo. Anna was kind enough to share her story with me. An animal lover from an early age, Anna has always had a dog or two at home since she was young. Often, just playing with them was enough to help her feel happy and relaxed after a long day. But one day, Anna realized that not everyone was lucky enough to have a pet. She started thinking: What could she do Could she work with her own dogs to help others
19:03 PM
Reading plus
Before long, she found the answer. Today, Anna and Banjo often visit places like hospitals and nursing homes to bring a moment of joy to people who are sick, sad, lonely, or disabled. Banjo has worked as a therapy dog for almost three years. When people are stressed, it often takes them longer to get better. A therapy dog helps people feel better and be less stressed, often just by being there! At the hospital, Mum petted Banjo, gave him a snack, and even threw a small ball for him to catch. This made her forget that she was sick, if only for a moment.
For people like my mum, moments like this are very valuable. She always looks forward to my visits, but now she also looks forward to seeing Anna and Banjo again. If I'm lucky enough to have a dog of my own in the future, I'll try to volunteer just like Anna and Banjo!
Read Linda’s post. Who is likely to have said these things Write the correct names. Some names can be used more than once.
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Linda Mum Mum’s doctor Anna
Linda
Mum’s doctor
Anna
Mum
Anna
Discuss the questions.
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How can therapy dogs help people to feel less stressed
2. What qualities do you think a therapy dog should have
3. Can you think of any other ways to help people in hospital
They’re super calming! Just petting or playing with them makes people forget their worries and relax.
It needs to be calm, friendly, patient, and not scared of loud noises or strangers.
We can visit them, chat with them, read to them, or even bring small gifts like books or flowers.
05 Summary
Summary
Unit 8 Making a Difference(Section B 1a-1d)
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Language points
Let's learn and take notes.
worth /w θ/ adj. 值得；有价值
固定搭配：be worth doing（值得做某事），be worth it（值得）
用法：后接动词 -ing 形式，不可接不定式。
辨析：worth 表示“价值值得”；valuable 表示“有价值的物品”。
词
讲
练
That makes everything we do worth it.
The movie is worth watching.
例
填空：This book is well worth ______ (read).
翻译：帮助别人让一切付出都值得。
read
Helping others makes everything worth it.
Let's learn and take notes.
Value / v lju / n. 重要作用；价值 v. 重视；珍视
词
讲
练
I have learned the value of every life.
She values her friendship with me.
例
填空：We should always remember the ______ of hard work.
翻译：这个经历教会了我团队合作的价值。
value
This experience taught me the value of teamwork.
固定搭配：the value of（……的价值），place value on（重视）
词性转换：形容词 valuable（有价值的），动词 value（重视）
辨析：value 抽象“价值”；price 具体“价格”。
Let's learn and take notes.
voluntary / v l n tri/ adj. 自愿的；无偿的
词
讲
练
The work is voluntary; we aren’t paid.
She does voluntary work at a hospital.
例
填空：Many people do _______ (volunteer) work in their free time. (用适当形式)
翻译：这所学校的所有老师都是志愿工作的。
voluntary
All the teachers at this school do voluntary work.
固定搭配：voluntary work（志愿工作），voluntary organization（志愿组织）
词性转换：名词 volunteer（志愿者），副词 voluntarily（自愿地）
辨析：voluntary 强调非强迫；willing 强调内心乐意。
Let's learn and take notes.
ordinary / dnri/ adj. 平凡的；普通的
固定搭配：ordinary people（普通人），in ordinary life（在日常生活中）
词性转换：名词 ordinariness（平凡）
反义词：special（特别的），extraordinary（非凡的）。
词
讲
练
I’m just an ordinary person.
It was an ordinary day like any other.
例
填空：He looks ____________ (ordinary), but he is a hero.
翻译：一个普通人也能做出不平凡的事。
ordinary
An ordinary person can also do extraordinary things.
07 Exercise
一、选词填空。
I have been a Blue Sky Rescue volunteer (1) ______ 2019. It is (2) ______ work, so I don't get paid. But I think it is (3) ______ it. I am just an (4) ________ person, but through (5) _________, we have saved many lives. Last year, we helped search for (6) ______ people after a flood. We also taught (7) ______ how to stay safe during emergencies. A lady said to me, "You are a real hero!" That moment had great (8) ______ to me. If you want to make a difference, please (9) ______ to be a e and join our (10) ______ team!
since
worth value voluntary ordinary teamwork
rescue sign up since adult missing
voluntary
worth
ordinary
teamwork
missing
adults
value
sign up
rescue
1. We have provided medical aid and searched for missing people after natural disasters.
——我们提供了医疗援助，并在自然灾害后搜寻失踪人员。
2. Teamwork is the key to successful rescues.
——团队合作是成功救援的关键。
3. To the people we've saved, we are their heroes.
——对于我们所救的人来说，我们是他们的英雄。
4. 志愿工作教会了我每一条生命的价值。
——Volunteer work has taught me the value of every life.
5. 我报名成为一名志愿者，从那以后就一直在这里服务。
——I signed up to be a volunteer, and I have worked here ever since.
二、翻译。
08 Homework
基础作业：跟读课文录音，模仿演讲的语调和情感，录制一段30秒的朗读片段。抄写并记忆本节课所学的8个核心词汇/短语（中英文各一遍）。
进阶作业：根据思维导图，用5-6句话复述演讲者的故事和他的志愿者工作。选择一个你敬佩的志愿者或救援人员，写一段60词左右的简介，内容包括：他是谁、做了什么、你有什么感想。
拓展作业：自选一个公益组织（如红十字会、世界自然基金会等），用英文制作一张介绍海报（A4纸大小），内容包括：组织名称、使命、主要工作、如何加入。
Homework
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for listening!

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