writing task 8 - books

1、Warm-up 1. Do you often read?2. What kind of books do you like to read? Stories, history books, magazines or newspapers, literary books in English or in Chinese? Task: write a paragraph about reading.When Im free or in trouble, I always take out a book and read quietly. In no time, Ive put my heart

2、into it so that Ill forget all the troubles. Its in this way that Ive formed the habit of reading in any time.brainstorming3. What are the benefits of reading?The benefits of reading books1.broaden/widen our horizons 2.a way of relaxation/leisure.3.Reading books can not only broaden/widen our horizo

3、ns but also it is a way of relaxation/leisure.4.Not only can out-of-class reading broaden/widen our horizons but also it is a way of relaxation/leisure.The benefits of reading books1. Books are the crystal of human wisdom.2. We all know that/ Its well known that/People often say that The reading of

4、all good books is like a conversation with the finest men of past centuries. -Rene Descartes 读好书，如同与先哲们交谈。 -雷内笛卡尔 Books are the ever-burning lamps of accumulated wisdom. -G.W.Curtis 书籍是积累智慧的明灯。 -G.W.柯蒂斯 Books are the quietest and most constant of friends; they are the most accessible and wisest of c

5、ounselors; and the most patient of teachers. -C.W.Eliot 书籍是人类最宁静很最永恒的朋友，也是最易接近和最具智慧的顾问，还是最有耐心的良师益友. Books are to mankind what memory is to the individual. -John Lubbock 书之于人类，犹如记忆于之个人。 -约翰拉伯克 Some famous sayings about reading Some famous sayings about reading There are many famous sayings about read

6、ing throughout our history. For example, Reading is to the mind what exercise is to the body. Books are the stepping stones to human progress. The importance of reading books When Im free or in trouble, I always take out a book and read quietly. In no time, Ive put my heart into it so that Ill forge

7、t all the troubles. Its in this way that Ive formed the habit of reading in any time. Because of the importance of reading books, there are many reasons for us to do it. First of all, Reading books can not only broaden our horizons but also it is a way of relaxation. Besides, People often say that b

8、ooks are the crystal of human wisdom. There are many famous sayings about reading throughout our history. For example, “Reading is to the mind what exercise is to the body”. “Books are the stepping stones to human progress.” Since books are so important to us, so we should form the good habit of rea

9、ding. But how can we form/develop some good habits of reading？Firstly, We need to form the good habit of reading from an early age. Once you have formed the good habit, stick to it and never give up. Secondly, We should set a reasonable plan to allocate our time so that we have time for reading ever

10、y day. Thirdly, while reading, We should choose some books we are interested in , which will arise our desire for reading. In a word, reading is beneficial to our study, our life even everything of us. So, try to form the good habit of reading books and read more in your life!Useful expressions 列举型：

11、firstly/first of all/in the first placesecondlyfinally In the first place, you will be feeling excited when you find a good book which is suitable for yourself Secondly， Thirdly，Useful expressions递进关系：besides, whats more, moreover, furthermore Through reading, the beauties of nature, the miracles of

12、 art are all opened to our wonder and appreciation. Moreover, it really builds up a full comprehension of love, hatred, happiness and sorrows in our heart. Useful expressions 总结型： In conclusion, in a word, in all, to sum up In conclusion, books are our friends. We can benefit a lot from it 见解型： In m

13、y opinion, personally speaking, as far as I am concerned. Personally speaking, life will be meaningful without books. Writing task-booksRequirements:1. write a short composition on this topic in 25 minutesSuggested questions:1. Do you often read?2. Why do you like reading books?3. What can you benefit from reading or books?4. How can we form the good habits of reading books?Group work First, Read your partners