Lesson 4.3.4
Read: The Great Space Adventure
Hello!
I'm Alan.
How are you today?
What day is it?
What's the date?
What are you doing?
Today, we will learn:
Vocabulary: - to explode - unpredictable - protection - a smoke machine - the distance - to melt
Grammar: - Phrasal verbs with one or two particles Read: The Great Space Adventure
Lesson Goals: 1) To learn about phrasal verbs and their meaning. 2) To read a story with new vocabulary and phrasal verbs. 3) To comprehend the story by answering follow-up questions.
Vocabulary
to explode / unpredictable / protection / a smoke machine the distance / to melt
unpredictable
protection
to explode
the distance
to melt
a smoke machine
Drag
protection
a smoke machine
to melt
to explode
unpredictable
the distance
Match the pairs
Grammar
Phrasal verbs: come up with / look after / pick up set up / carry on / find out / look forward to
Learn
What are phrasal verbs?
A phrasal verb is a verb + one or two small words. These small words are particles (prepositions or adverbs) that change the meaning of the verb.
Example 1
Verb: turn PV: turn on Meaning: to start a machine or light
Example 2
Verb: get PV: get up Meaning: to leave your bed after sleep
Adverbs: - up - down - out - off - away - back - forward - around - over
Prepositions: - at - in - on - to - from - after - with - about - for
Example 3
Verb: look PV: look for Meaning: to search for something
Example 4
Verb: take PV: take off Meaning: to remove some clothes
Some phrasal verbs have an adverb and a preposition.
- come up with - look forward to
The second participle (preposition) connects the phrasal verb with an object.
- She comes up with an idea. - I'm looking forward to the party.
verb + adverb + preposition
Phrasal verbs with 2 particles:
What is a preposition?
A preposition is a small word that shows the relationship between a noun (or pronoun) and another word.
Sentence
Preposition
Meaning
- The cat is on the table.
- I'm going to school.
- She talks about dogs.
on
to
about
shows place
shows direction
shows topic
They are always followed by a noun, pronoun, or -ing verb.
What is an adverb?
An adverb gives extra information about a verb, an adjective, or another adverb.
Sentence
Adverb
Meaning
- She runs quickly.
- He came back today.
- The plane took off.
quickly
back
off
tells how
tells direction
tells movement
In phrasal verbs, adverbs often show direction or completion.
Choose
preposition or adverb
/7
XX
We will look at 7 phrasal verbs today. Choose whether the participle is a preposition or an adverb.
come up with look after pick up set up carry on find out look forward to
Adverbs: - up - down - out - off - away - back - forward - around - over
Prepositions: - at - in - on - to - from - after - with - about - for
Match
collect something
the phrasal verb meanings
take care of
prepare / make something ready
think of an idea
pick up
set up
come up with
look after
Match
the phrasal verb meanings
discover
excited about a thing in the future
continue
carry on
look forward to
find out
come up with - think of an idea look after - take care of pick up - collect something set up - prepare/make something ready carry on - continue find out - discover look forward to - excited about a thing in the future
Choose
the correct phrasal verb
/7
XX
1. We need to a new idea for our school project.
- come up with
- look after
- look forward to
- set up
- carry on
- find out
- pick up
2. Can you my dog while I'm away?
- look after
- come up with
- look forward to
- set up
- carry on
- find out
- pick up
3. I always Christmas.
- look forward to
- look after
- come up with
- set up
- carry on
- find out
- pick up
4. We want to a. a small business next year.
- set up
- look after
- look forward to
- come up with
- carry on
- find out
- pick up
5. Don't stop now - just !
- carry on
- look after
- look forward to
- set up
- come up with
- find out
- pick up
6. I'm trying to what this word means.
- find out
- look after
- look forward to
- set up
- carry on
- come up with
- pick up
7. When you go to the airport, can you my bag?
- pick up
- look after
- look forward to
- set up
- carry on
- find out
- come up with
come up with - think of an idea look after - take care of pick up - collect something set up - prepare/make something ready carry on - continue find out - discover look forward to - excited about a thing in the future
Answer
the phrasal verb questions
1) Can you come up with three ways to save money? 2) Who looks after you when you’re sick? 3) Who usually picks you up from school? 4) What do you need to set up before an online class? 5) How do you carry on when something is difficult? 6) What interesting thing did you find out this week? 7) What event are you really looking forward to this year?
Reading
The Great Space Adventure
The Great Space Adventure
Introduction: The Adventure Begins
It’s a cool Friday evening. Alan, Penny and Walt are sitting around a campfire on the beach. The stars are bright, and Penny’s parrot keeps singing, “Adventure! Adventure!”
Scene 1: Making a Plan
Penny: Alright, crew! Tomorrow morning we’re meeting at my ship. We’re going to come up with a new adventure! Alan: Great! I will bring my space map. I know a planet made of cheese! Walt: And I am going to bring my spell book. I can make the ship fly faster this time. Penny: Perfect. But please, no exploding spells, Walt. Walt (grinning): I will try, but magic is a little unpredictable.
Scene 2: Getting Ready
The next morning, they meet at the pirate ship. Penny is looking after the crew — making sure everyone has helmets and snacks. Penny: Alan, did you pick up the sandwiches? Alan: Yes, I picked them up from the Moon Café. Extra cheese! Walt: Excellent. I will set up a protection spell before we leave.
Scene 2 (continued): Getting Ready
Suddenly, green smoke fills the air. Penny: Walt! What’s happening?! Walt: Oh dear… I think I accidentally set up a smoke machine instead of a spell. Everyone laughs.
Scene 3: On the Journey
They are leaving at sunset. The ship rises slowly above the ocean, and the stars begin to shine. Alan: We’re flying! I can see my home planet! Penny: Stay focused, Alan! We need to follow the map. Walt: Don’t worry. If something goes wrong, we will carry on. That’s what brave explorers do. A few hours later, they see a strange light in the distance. Alan: That must be the treasure cave on Planet Oro! Penny: Everyone get ready! We will find out what’s inside.
Scene 4: The Discovery
They land on Planet Oro - a small golden planet. The ground shines brightly. Inside the cave, there’s a big box with the words “For the Galactic Explorers” written on it. Penny: Careful! It could be a trap. Walt: I will open it with my magic wand. The box slowly opens…
For the Galactic Explorers
Scene 4 (continued): The Discovery
Inside, there’s no gold or jewels — only a giant chocolate cake that says: Alan: Wait… is this the treasure? Penny: Ha! I guess we found out the real treasure is friendship… and cake! Everyone laughs. The parrot shouts, “Cake! Cake! I want cake!”
Happy Friendship Day!
Scene 5: Going Home
That night, they sit on the deck eating cake and watching the stars. Walt: Next week, we are going to set up a new mission — to Mars! Alan: And I will pick up more snacks! Penny: Deal! But no green smoke and no melting cheese planets! Alan: Aye aye, Captain! The friends cheer and look forward to their next big adventure.
Comprehension
Questions + Review Exercises
Introduction: The Adventure Begins
It’s a cool Friday evening. Alan, Penny and Walt are sitting around a campfire on the beach. The stars are bright, and Penny’s parrot keeps singing, “Adventure! Adventure!”
Scene 1: Making a Plan
Penny: Alright, crew! Tomorrow morning we’re meeting at my ship. We’re going to come up with a new adventure! Alan: Great! I will bring my space map. I know a planet made of cheese! Walt: And I am going to bring my spell book. I can make the ship fly faster this time. Penny: Perfect. But please, no exploding spells, Walt. Walt (grinning): I will try, but magic is a little unpredictable.
Scene 2: Getting Ready
The next morning, they meet at the pirate ship. Penny is looking after the crew — making sure everyone has helmets and snacks. Penny: Alan, did you pick up the sandwiches? Alan: Yes, I picked them up from the Moon Café. Extra cheese! Walt: Excellent. I will set up a protection spell before we leave.
Scene 2 (continued): Getting Ready
Suddenly, green smoke fills the air. Penny: Walt! What’s happening?! Walt: Oh dear… I think I accidentally set up instead of a spell. Everyone laughs.
Scene 3: On the Journey
They are going to take off at sunset. The ship rises slowly above the ocean, and the stars begin to shine. Alan: We’re flying! I can see my home planet! Penny: Stay focused, Alan! We need to follow the map. Walt: Don’t worry. If something goes wrong, we will carry on. That’s what brave explorers do. A few hours later, they see a strange light in the distance. Alan: That must be the treasure cave on Planet Oro! Penny: Everyone get ready! We will find out what’s inside.
Scene 4: The Discovery (Match)
For the Galactic Explorers
Scene 4 (cont.): The Discovery (Match)
Scene 5: Going Home (Answer)
Great Job!
Lesson review:
Vocabulary: - to explode - unpredictable - protection - a smoke machine - the distance - to melt
Grammar: - Phrasal verbs with one or two particles Read: The Great Space Adventure
Lesson Goals: 1) To learn about phrasal verbs and their meaning. 2) To read a story with new vocabulary and phrasal verbs. 3) To comprehend the story by answering follow-up questions.
See you next time!
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Transcript
Lesson 4.3.4
Read: The Great Space Adventure
Hello!
I'm Alan.
How are you today?
What day is it?
What's the date?
What are you doing?
Today, we will learn:
Vocabulary: - to explode - unpredictable - protection - a smoke machine - the distance - to melt
Grammar: - Phrasal verbs with one or two particles Read: The Great Space Adventure
Lesson Goals: 1) To learn about phrasal verbs and their meaning. 2) To read a story with new vocabulary and phrasal verbs. 3) To comprehend the story by answering follow-up questions.
Vocabulary
to explode / unpredictable / protection / a smoke machine the distance / to melt
unpredictable
protection
to explode
the distance
to melt
a smoke machine
Drag
protection
a smoke machine
to melt
to explode
unpredictable
the distance
Match the pairs
Grammar
Phrasal verbs: come up with / look after / pick up set up / carry on / find out / look forward to
Learn
What are phrasal verbs?
A phrasal verb is a verb + one or two small words. These small words are particles (prepositions or adverbs) that change the meaning of the verb.
Example 1
Verb: turn PV: turn on Meaning: to start a machine or light
Example 2
Verb: get PV: get up Meaning: to leave your bed after sleep
Adverbs: - up - down - out - off - away - back - forward - around - over
Prepositions: - at - in - on - to - from - after - with - about - for
Example 3
Verb: look PV: look for Meaning: to search for something
Example 4
Verb: take PV: take off Meaning: to remove some clothes
Some phrasal verbs have an adverb and a preposition.
- come up with - look forward to
The second participle (preposition) connects the phrasal verb with an object.
- She comes up with an idea. - I'm looking forward to the party.
verb + adverb + preposition
Phrasal verbs with 2 particles:
What is a preposition?
A preposition is a small word that shows the relationship between a noun (or pronoun) and another word.
Sentence
Preposition
Meaning
- The cat is on the table.
- I'm going to school.
- She talks about dogs.
on
to
about
shows place
shows direction
shows topic
They are always followed by a noun, pronoun, or -ing verb.
What is an adverb?
An adverb gives extra information about a verb, an adjective, or another adverb.
Sentence
Adverb
Meaning
- She runs quickly.
- He came back today.
- The plane took off.
quickly
back
off
tells how
tells direction
tells movement
In phrasal verbs, adverbs often show direction or completion.
Choose
preposition or adverb
/7
XX
We will look at 7 phrasal verbs today. Choose whether the participle is a preposition or an adverb.
come up with look after pick up set up carry on find out look forward to
Adverbs: - up - down - out - off - away - back - forward - around - over
Prepositions: - at - in - on - to - from - after - with - about - for
Match
collect something
the phrasal verb meanings
take care of
prepare / make something ready
think of an idea
pick up
set up
come up with
look after
Match
the phrasal verb meanings
discover
excited about a thing in the future
continue
carry on
look forward to
find out
come up with - think of an idea look after - take care of pick up - collect something set up - prepare/make something ready carry on - continue find out - discover look forward to - excited about a thing in the future
Choose
the correct phrasal verb
/7
XX
1. We need to a new idea for our school project.
2. Can you my dog while I'm away?
3. I always Christmas.
4. We want to a. a small business next year.
5. Don't stop now - just !
6. I'm trying to what this word means.
7. When you go to the airport, can you my bag?
come up with - think of an idea look after - take care of pick up - collect something set up - prepare/make something ready carry on - continue find out - discover look forward to - excited about a thing in the future
Answer
the phrasal verb questions
1) Can you come up with three ways to save money? 2) Who looks after you when you’re sick? 3) Who usually picks you up from school? 4) What do you need to set up before an online class? 5) How do you carry on when something is difficult? 6) What interesting thing did you find out this week? 7) What event are you really looking forward to this year?
Reading
The Great Space Adventure
The Great Space Adventure
Introduction: The Adventure Begins
It’s a cool Friday evening. Alan, Penny and Walt are sitting around a campfire on the beach. The stars are bright, and Penny’s parrot keeps singing, “Adventure! Adventure!”
Scene 1: Making a Plan
Penny: Alright, crew! Tomorrow morning we’re meeting at my ship. We’re going to come up with a new adventure! Alan: Great! I will bring my space map. I know a planet made of cheese! Walt: And I am going to bring my spell book. I can make the ship fly faster this time. Penny: Perfect. But please, no exploding spells, Walt. Walt (grinning): I will try, but magic is a little unpredictable.
Scene 2: Getting Ready
The next morning, they meet at the pirate ship. Penny is looking after the crew — making sure everyone has helmets and snacks. Penny: Alan, did you pick up the sandwiches? Alan: Yes, I picked them up from the Moon Café. Extra cheese! Walt: Excellent. I will set up a protection spell before we leave.
Scene 2 (continued): Getting Ready
Suddenly, green smoke fills the air. Penny: Walt! What’s happening?! Walt: Oh dear… I think I accidentally set up a smoke machine instead of a spell. Everyone laughs.
Scene 3: On the Journey
They are leaving at sunset. The ship rises slowly above the ocean, and the stars begin to shine. Alan: We’re flying! I can see my home planet! Penny: Stay focused, Alan! We need to follow the map. Walt: Don’t worry. If something goes wrong, we will carry on. That’s what brave explorers do. A few hours later, they see a strange light in the distance. Alan: That must be the treasure cave on Planet Oro! Penny: Everyone get ready! We will find out what’s inside.
Scene 4: The Discovery
They land on Planet Oro - a small golden planet. The ground shines brightly. Inside the cave, there’s a big box with the words “For the Galactic Explorers” written on it. Penny: Careful! It could be a trap. Walt: I will open it with my magic wand. The box slowly opens…
For the Galactic Explorers
Scene 4 (continued): The Discovery
Inside, there’s no gold or jewels — only a giant chocolate cake that says: Alan: Wait… is this the treasure? Penny: Ha! I guess we found out the real treasure is friendship… and cake! Everyone laughs. The parrot shouts, “Cake! Cake! I want cake!”
Happy Friendship Day!
Scene 5: Going Home
That night, they sit on the deck eating cake and watching the stars. Walt: Next week, we are going to set up a new mission — to Mars! Alan: And I will pick up more snacks! Penny: Deal! But no green smoke and no melting cheese planets! Alan: Aye aye, Captain! The friends cheer and look forward to their next big adventure.
Comprehension
Questions + Review Exercises
Introduction: The Adventure Begins
It’s a cool Friday evening. Alan, Penny and Walt are sitting around a campfire on the beach. The stars are bright, and Penny’s parrot keeps singing, “Adventure! Adventure!”
Scene 1: Making a Plan
Penny: Alright, crew! Tomorrow morning we’re meeting at my ship. We’re going to come up with a new adventure! Alan: Great! I will bring my space map. I know a planet made of cheese! Walt: And I am going to bring my spell book. I can make the ship fly faster this time. Penny: Perfect. But please, no exploding spells, Walt. Walt (grinning): I will try, but magic is a little unpredictable.
Scene 2: Getting Ready
The next morning, they meet at the pirate ship. Penny is looking after the crew — making sure everyone has helmets and snacks. Penny: Alan, did you pick up the sandwiches? Alan: Yes, I picked them up from the Moon Café. Extra cheese! Walt: Excellent. I will set up a protection spell before we leave.
Scene 2 (continued): Getting Ready
Suddenly, green smoke fills the air. Penny: Walt! What’s happening?! Walt: Oh dear… I think I accidentally set up instead of a spell. Everyone laughs.
Scene 3: On the Journey
They are going to take off at sunset. The ship rises slowly above the ocean, and the stars begin to shine. Alan: We’re flying! I can see my home planet! Penny: Stay focused, Alan! We need to follow the map. Walt: Don’t worry. If something goes wrong, we will carry on. That’s what brave explorers do. A few hours later, they see a strange light in the distance. Alan: That must be the treasure cave on Planet Oro! Penny: Everyone get ready! We will find out what’s inside.
Scene 4: The Discovery (Match)
For the Galactic Explorers
Scene 4 (cont.): The Discovery (Match)
Scene 5: Going Home (Answer)
Great Job!
Lesson review:
Vocabulary: - to explode - unpredictable - protection - a smoke machine - the distance - to melt
Grammar: - Phrasal verbs with one or two particles Read: The Great Space Adventure
Lesson Goals: 1) To learn about phrasal verbs and their meaning. 2) To read a story with new vocabulary and phrasal verbs. 3) To comprehend the story by answering follow-up questions.
See you next time!