L4 - Family Month Carnation Origami

In this lesson, you will learn how to make

Carnation Origami!

After completing this lesson, you will be able to:

• Use key vocabulary
• Identify the main idea of a written passage
• Talk about family and learn how to make a paper carnation

Be sure to complete the lesson by following the roadmap:

1. Introduction
2. Complete the Warm Up exercises
3. Complete the Talk Time section
4. Review the Vocabulary section
5. Read the Reading Comprehension Passage
6. Watch the Carnation Origami Video
7. Challenge - Make a paper Carnation
8. Chit Chat - Connect the lesson to daily life
9. Submit your Contest Photo (Optional)

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Introduction

LIMITED TIME CHALLENGE

1. LEARN about carnations in South Korea. 2. WATCH a video to make a paper carnation. 3. ENTER our contest to win a prize!

It's May! That means it is time for a special event.

*Keep these on your desk for later!

Paper

Scissors

Glue or tape

Before we begin, you will need...

Start Lesson!

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Warm Up

Carnation Day (also known as Mother's Day in many countries) is celebrated on the second Sunday of May.

False

True

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Warm Up

In Spain, people wear carnations at special festivals and celebrations.

False

True

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Warm Up

If you put a white carnation in coloured water, it stays white.

False

True

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Talk Time

Let's Make A Carnation Today!

What are some things this person has done that make you appreciate them?

Who will you give your carnation to, and how do you think they will feel?

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Topic Video

Watch the video to learn how to make an Origami Carnation!

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STEP 1

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STEP 5

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STEP 8

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Contest

🏆 CONTEST TIME! 🏆

1. DECORATE your carnation at home. You can add a ribbon, a little name tag or whatever you like! 2. TAKE A PHOTO of you GIVING the flower to a parent or teacher!

Post it on instagram and tag @naonow_mentoring #naonow #나오나우 to win!

🌸 Best Carnation Award (for craftmanship)

💌 Most Heartfelt Moment Award (for the delivery photo)

Now that you are finished with your flower, make it pretty!

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Vocabulary

Review the vocabulary for this section.

Commemorate

To honor and remember something special

Devotion

Strong love and loyalty over time

Affection

Sentiment

A gentle feeling of love or care

A feeling or meaning behind an action

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Reading Comprehension

Read the passage out loud.

Why the Carnation?In South Korea, May is called “Family Month.” It’s a special time to pause, reflect, and ______________ the people who support and care for us every day. During this month, people think about the important roles others play in their lives. On Parents’ Day (May 8) and Teachers’ Day (May 15), people give carnations with a smile. This simple but meaningful act shows lasting __________ and reminds others how much they are valued and loved.

sentiment

affection

devotion

commemorate

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Reading Comprehension

Read the passage out loud.

But carnations are more than just pretty flowers. Each one carries a deeper message and expresses heartfelt _______________ through a small yet thoughtful gesture. Even a simple gift can hold strong emotions.Even without words, a single flower can share warmth, kindness, and gentle _____________. It’s a quiet but powerful way to connect with others and strengthen relationships.

sentiment

affection

devotion

commemorate

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Chit Chat

What will you say when you give your carnation?

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Chit Chat

Why do you think carnations are used to represent love and respect?

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Chit Chat

How do cultural traditions influence the way we show appreciation?

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Contest

🏆 DON'T FORGET: CONTEST TIME! 🏆

1. DECORATE your carnation at home. You can add a ribbon, a little name tag or whatever you like! 2. TAKE A PHOTO of you GIVING the flower to a parent or teacher!

Post it on instagram and tag @naonow_mentoring #naonow #나오나우 to win!

🌸 Best Carnation Award (for craftmanship)

💌 Most Heartfelt Moment Award (for the delivery photo)

Now that you are finished with your flower, make it pretty!

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Feedback

Share Your Thoughts!

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Homework

Homework

Option 1: Video

Make a video explaining who you gave your flower to and why they are special to you.

Option 2: Writing

Write a short 'Thank You' note to the person who received your carnation.

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Commemorate

To honor and remember something special

TRUE! Mother's Day, closely linked with carnations as its symbol, falls on the second Sunday of May.

Devotion

Strong love and loyalty over time

TRUE! Mother's Day, closely linked with carnations as its symbol, falls on the second Sunday of May.

Affection

A gentle feeling of love or care

FALSE! A white carnation soaks up the coloured water and changes colour!

FALSE! A white carnation soaks up the coloured water and changes colour!

TRUE! Carnations are a big part of Spanish culture and are worn at fiestas.

Sentiment

A feeling or meaning behind an action

TRUE! Carnations are a big part of Spanish culture and are worn at fiestas.