Our Earth 3

Our Earth Lesson 3

A2

english

Phonics: /ch/ and /tch Vocabulary: desert, cactus, sand dune Grammar: Comparatives

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Vocabulary

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What are deserts?

Deserts

Deserts are fascinating places with unique landscapes and extreme weather conditions. Let's learn about hot and cold deserts!

Hot Deserts

Hot deserts are hot and dry. They receive very little rainfall throughout the year. The ground is often covered in sand dunes, shaped by the constant movement of the wind. Cacti, with their sharp spines, are well-adapted to the desert's harsh conditions. These hot deserts can be found in regions like the Sahara in Africa and the Arabian Desert in the Middle East.

Cold Deserts

Cold deserts, on the other hand, have a different set of challenges. They are known for their freezing temperatures. Snow and ice cover the ground, . Cold deserts can be found in regions like Antarctica and parts of Central Asia.

Hot

Cold

Very litte rainfall

Very hot

Very Cold

Sand dunes

Snow and ice

Grammar

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Comparatives

Comparatives adn used to compare two or more things.

Alice is taller than Emma. Alice is the tallest in the class.

Comparatives (-er)

Jim / short / dad. Mountain / tall / hill. Lake / small / river. Cheetah / fast / turtle.

Jim is shorter than his dad.

Mountains are taller than hills.

Lakes are smaller than rivers.

Cheetahs are faster than turtles.

Comparatives

1. Antarctica 2. The Arctic Desert 3. The Saraha Desert

Which desert is the biggest? What desert is bigger than the Arctic? What desert is smaller than the arctic?

Writing

Write about your class/family/friends using comparatives.

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Phonics

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Reading A Desert Race

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In a scorching desert, two friends, Max and Lily, decided to have a race. They wanted to see who could reach the oasis first. They wanted to see who was the fastest.

With the sound of the whistle, they sprinted across the hot sand. Max took an early lead, running faster than ever. Lily, pushed herself harder to catch up. As they ran, Max skillfully avoided a cactus. Lilyleaped over it with ease. They continued their race through the heat.

Approaching the final stretch, Max saw Lily catching up. They raced side by side, giving it their all. In an exciting finish, they crossed the line together. Both exhausted, Max smiled at Lily and said, "You're just as fast as me!" Lily grinned, replying, "We make a great team!"

Talk about the story.

Key words: desert, fast, cactus

Give one word with /tch/ and one word with /ch/.

Cactus

Harsh

Difficult or not pleasant.

Would you rather visit a hot or cold desert?

What is the difference between a hot and cold desert?

Who is the oldest in this class?

What is a desert?

Sand Dune

Use -er to make a comparative sentence.

What plant might you find in a hot desert?