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Unit 6 Plan for Yourself
In this unit, you will 1. talk about your dream jobs. 2. use be going to to talk about your future plans. 3. read and write New Year’s resolutions. 4. explore ways to improve yourself. Look and share 1. What can you see in the photo 2. What do you think the student is doing 3. When do you make a plan
Section A When do we make plans
1a Look at the pictures. Do you think these jobs are interesting List all the jobs you know and discuss what jobs interest you.
IT engineer fashion designer film director
musician fireman teacher
1b Listen to the conversations. Circle in 1a the three jobs you hear.
1c Listen again and find out what each student is going to do. Match the names with the statements.
John 1. I’m going to exercise every day.
2. I’m going to work hard at maths.
Jason 3. I’m going to take art lessons.
4. I’m going to practise my drawing skills every day.
Tina 5. I’m going to read more books about IT and AI.
1d Talk about the jobs that John, Jason, and Tina want to do.
What does John want to be when he grows up
He wants to be ...
How is he going to realize his dream
He is going to ...
Pronunciation
1 Listen and repeat. Add one more word to each group.
/h/ /w/ /θ/ / / /k/ /kw/ / / / /
h, wh w, wh th th c, k, ck qu s, sh s
habit human who _____ want week what _____ think earth maths _____ than though father _____ actor cook luck _____ quiet queen question _____ sugar share fashion _____ usually pleasure television _____
2 Listen and repeat. Notice how the coloured words are pronounced.
A: What do you want to be when you grow up
B: I want to be a fireman.
A: How are you going to do that
B: I’m going to exercise every day, because a fireman needs to be strong.
2a Listen to the conversation and fill in the blanks.
Adam: What are you reading, Fu Xing
Fu Xing: It’s a book of essays by a famous _____.
Adam: Wow, now I know why you’re so good at writing.
Fu Xing: Thanks! You know, I want to be a writer when I’m older.
Adam: Really How do you _____ do that
Fu Xing: I’m going to read more classics. And also, I’m going to keep on writing _____.
Adam: Your plan sounds wonderful! I think you’re going to be a great writer.
Fu Xing: I hope so! What about you, Adam What do you want to be when you’re older
Adam: My parents want me to _____, but I’m not sure about that.
Fu Xing: Well, don’t worry. Not everyone knows what they want to be. Just make sure you try your best at school. Then you can do anything you want!
Adam: Yeah, you’re right.
2b Read the conversation and decide whether these statements are true (T) or false (F).
1. Fu Xing is reading a novel by a famous Chinese writer. T F
2. Fu Xing is going to read classic literature. T F
3. Fu Xing is going to write novels. T F
4. Adam’s parents want him to be a doctor. T F
5. Adam is not sure about what he wants to be. T F
2c Listen to the conversation again. Then role-play it.
2d Ask your classmates about their dream jobs and how they are going to make their dreams come true.
athlete photographer worker doctor
painter businessman farmer actress
A: What do you want to be when you grow up
B: I want to be ...
A: How are you going to do that
B: I’m going to ...
Name What How
Su Yan a lawyer She is going to study law at university.
Grammar Focus
3a Read the sentences and notice the words in bold. Then discuss when you use be going to.
What do you want to be in the future I want to be an IT engineer.
How do you plan to do that I’m going to work hard at maths.
Are you going to read more books about IT Yes, I am.
What else are you going to do I’m going to learn about AI too.
3b Match the situations with what people are going to do.
1. Alice wants to be an actress. A. I’m going to take a hot bath.
2. I miss my parents very much. B. They are going to live in the countryside.
3. It’s going to rain. C. She is going to take acting classes.
4. They are tired of city life. D. He is going to take a taxi.
5. I’m wet and cold. E. I’m going to get my umbrella.
6. He can’t drive after drinking. F. I’m going to see them this weekend.
3c Complete the conversation using the words in brackets.
A: What _____ you _____ (do) this weekend
B: I have no idea. What about you
A: I don’t know either. _____ you _____ (want) to do something together
B: Sure. What _____ you _____ (want) to do
A: How about playing badminton on Saturday
B: OK. Where _____ we _____ (meet)
A: Let’s meet at Zhongshan Park.
B: What time _____ we _____ (meet)
A: What about 9:30
B: Great! This _____ (be) fun. See you on Saturday.
A: See you then.
3d Make your own timetable for the weekend. Then talk to a partner and try to arrange a time to do something together.
A: What are you going to do on Saturday morning
B: I’m going to ...
Section B How can we make good plans
1a Discuss the questions.
1. What kinds of plans did you make last year
2. Were you able to stick to the plans Why or why not
1b Read the text. Put the sentences in the correct places.
A. Some resolutions have to do with learning new things.
B. For example, a student may decide to start a new study plan.
C. Try to set mini-goals to help you achieve your resolution.
D. After all, the start of the year is often a perfect time for making resolutions.
Making Resolutions
Do you know what a resolution is A resolution is a promise that you make to yourself. People make resolutions to improve their life. The most common kind is a New Year’s resolution. ____________
Resolutions can be about anything. Some are about physical health. For example, some people may promise to exercise more or eat more healthily. ____________ People might decide they are going to take up a hobby, like painting or photography. And some resolutions have to do with self-improvement, like becoming more confident or organized. _____________
Although there are differences, most resolutions have one thing in common: People hardly ever keep them! But there are good reasons for this. Sometimes the resolutions may be too difficult to keep. And sometimes people just forget about them.
To make your resolutions work, you need to plan them wisely. Always make sure your resolution is possible to achieve. Don’t set a goal that is too difficult or too much for you. _____________ And if you don’t want to forget your resolutions, write them down. Also, talk about them with your family and friends. Encourage them to remind you of your goals. So what resolutions are you going to make How are you going to keep them
1c Read the text again and match each paragraph with its main purpose.
Paragraph l A. To list some popular resolutions.
Paragraph 2 B. To introduce the meaning of a resolution.
Paragraph 3 C. To give advice on how to achieve resolutions.
Paragraph 4 D. To explain why some people fail to keep resolutions.
1d Complete the mind map with the information from the text.
1e Discuss the questions.
1. Do you think it is useful to make resolutions Why or why not
2. Do you like to plan ahead or do things at the last moment Why
Vocabulary in Use
2a Write the jobs based on the definitions. Then add more for your partner to guess.
1. This person helps to put out fires. fireman
2. This person is good at playing music. _____
3. This person acts in a play or a film. _____
4. This person designs or builds machines, roads, or bridges. _____
5. This person designs clothes, shoes, or other items for people. _____
6. This person gives advice to people about the law. _____
7. _________________________________________ _____
2b Write your own sentences using the words in brackets.
1. My father’s job__________________________. (have to do with)
2. My best friend and I ______________________. (make sure)
3. I’m going to ____________________________. (take up)
4. I’m going to ____________________________. (stick to)
5. I _____________________________________. (be tired of)
2c Complete the passage with the correct forms of the words in the box.
I still remember how disappointed I was when I _____ my maths exam for the first time. Mr Guo found me crying in the classroom after school. He said to me, “Don’t give up. Keep working hard and _____ again in the next exam.” I promised him that I would not lose hope. After that, Mr Guo often spared some time to help me. Whenever I found something I didn’t understand, he was always happy to _____ it. With his help, my maths skills started to improve. One day, Mr Guo smiled and said, “You see, you are doing a great job. Now keep on _____ and be _____ in your abilities.” I went into the final exam with great confidence. Later, I found out I got an A in maths! I was so excited about achieving my goal.
3a Read the text and complete the table.
New Year, New Me
As the year draws to a close, it is the perfect time to think about the changes we want to make in the coming new year. We can improve our lives by learning something new, forming good habits, working harder at something, or even improving our relationships with others. I hope to make next year better than this one, so I am going to make three resolutions.
The first one is about taking up a new hobby. I am going to join the school music club to improve my singing! I think singing is a great activity. And my friends and family all love my singing.
I am also going to get fitter. Besides jogging, I am going to do push-ups and sit-ups. I feel energetic after I exercise. I’m sure I’m going to be a healthier and happier person.
Last but not least, my English isn’t good enough, so I am going to study for two more hours each weekend. It might be hard, but I am going to get a lot better at English!
To improve ... Resolution
1.
2.
3.
3b Write down the things you want to improve and your resolutions.
To improve ... My resolution
1.
2.
3.
3c Use the notes above to write three paragraphs. In each paragraph, write what you are going to improve and how.
Project Make plans for solving problems
4a Work in groups. Discuss what problems there are in your class or at school. Then make a list of the problems and the reasons why they exist.
Problems Reasons Solutions
There are some scribbles on the walls of our school.
4b Write down some plans to solve the problems.
4c Prepare a presentation to share your plans with the whole class.
Reflecting
1. What is your dream job How are you going to achieve your goal
2. What expressions can you use to talk about future plans
3. Do you think it is important to make resolutions Why
4. What resolutions are you going to make How are you going to keep them
5. How did this unit help you think of ways to improve yourself
Dream big, plan well, work hard, smile often, and good things will happen.

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