What comes to your mind when you hear the word Halloween? How do people in your country usually celebrate Halloween, if at all? Why do you think people enjoy being scared? Do you believe that Halloween traditions have any deeper meaning, or are they just for fun? If you could create your own Halloween tradition, what would it be and why?
VOCABULARY
LISTENING 1
How did ancient traditions influence the way we celebrate Halloween today? Why do you think Halloween became so popular outside of the USA? In what ways has the meaning of Halloween evolved over time? Which part of Halloween’s history do you find most surprising or fascinating, and why?
LISTENING 2
‘What Halloween traditions in the USA did you find the most interesting or surprising? How is Halloween in the USA different from how it’s celebrated in your country? Why do you think Halloween is such a big event in American culture? Do you think commercialisation has changed the real meaning of Halloween?
Would you like to experience Halloween in the USA yourself? Why or why not?Do you think traditions like trick-or-treating are still safe and meaningful today?What do you think Halloween says about American values or society?
read the definitions
banshee – a spirit from Irish and Scottish folklore who wails when someone is about to die bogeyman – a fictional creature used to scare naughty children familiar – a magical animal companion of a witch (e.g. a cat), believed to be able to change shape Grim Reaper – the personification of Death in English culture; a skeleton in a black cloak carrying a scythe mausoleum – an ornate tomb built for wealthy or famous people Wicca – a modern religion based on ancient magical practices and nature worship wraith – a Scottish word for a ghost or spirit
‘You are planning a Halloween party for kids. Where will it take place? When? How will you decorate the place? What spooky elements will you include? What activities or games will the children do? What treats or snacks will you provide? How will you invite or advertise to participants? Which part of the event do you think kids will enjoy the most?
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SUMMARY
1. What 5 words did you learn today? 2. What was the topic about? 3. Did you find anything hard? 4. Which part of the lesson did you like best? Why?
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HELL YEAH ENGLISHNicola Jaruzel
the history of halloween
national geographic
WARM UP
What comes to your mind when you hear the word Halloween? How do people in your country usually celebrate Halloween, if at all? Why do you think people enjoy being scared? Do you believe that Halloween traditions have any deeper meaning, or are they just for fun? If you could create your own Halloween tradition, what would it be and why?
VOCABULARY
LISTENING 1
How did ancient traditions influence the way we celebrate Halloween today? Why do you think Halloween became so popular outside of the USA? In what ways has the meaning of Halloween evolved over time? Which part of Halloween’s history do you find most surprising or fascinating, and why?
LISTENING 2
‘What Halloween traditions in the USA did you find the most interesting or surprising? How is Halloween in the USA different from how it’s celebrated in your country? Why do you think Halloween is such a big event in American culture? Do you think commercialisation has changed the real meaning of Halloween?
Would you like to experience Halloween in the USA yourself? Why or why not?Do you think traditions like trick-or-treating are still safe and meaningful today?What do you think Halloween says about American values or society?
read the definitions
banshee – a spirit from Irish and Scottish folklore who wails when someone is about to die bogeyman – a fictional creature used to scare naughty children familiar – a magical animal companion of a witch (e.g. a cat), believed to be able to change shape Grim Reaper – the personification of Death in English culture; a skeleton in a black cloak carrying a scythe mausoleum – an ornate tomb built for wealthy or famous people Wicca – a modern religion based on ancient magical practices and nature worship wraith – a Scottish word for a ghost or spirit
how many do you remember?
banshee bogeyman familiar Grim Reaper mausoleum Wicca wraith
Halloween Event – Scenario
‘You are planning a Halloween party for kids. Where will it take place? When? How will you decorate the place? What spooky elements will you include? What activities or games will the children do? What treats or snacks will you provide? How will you invite or advertise to participants? Which part of the event do you think kids will enjoy the most?
Describe the image...
SUMMARY
1. What 5 words did you learn today? 2. What was the topic about? 3. Did you find anything hard? 4. Which part of the lesson did you like best? Why?
THANK YOU
YOU
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