English V - Week 11 - Consequences

Introduction: In today's class we finished talking about the topic of the food, nutrition, and recommendations for a healthy diet. 

Warm Up: Say 3 Things

In this warm up game we will take turns saying three things from a given category, one we like, one we dislike, and one we don't have any strong feelings about either way. Use the image below as a guide.

Task 1: Whole Group Discussion

Click play on the video timer below and discuss the following questions with your partners.

• Do you think you have a healthy lifestyle? Why or why not?

• In what ways could your lifestyle be healthier? 

• What would you have to do to make those changes?

• Have you ever tried to lose weight or get into better shape?

• If so, what did you do and what was the result?

• Why do you think some people have more discipline with their diet and exercise than other people?

Task 2: The Power of the Mind

Watch the video and answer these questions.

• What do you think they are going to eat?
• What is going to happen to next?
• What possible connection could this have to the topic of dieting?

• Now Click the Group Link: CLICK HERE

Task 3: Language Practice

Click your group link below and follow the instructions in the document. 

• Group 1: CLICK HERE
• Group 2: CLICK HERE
• Group 3: CLICK HERE
• Group 4: CLICK HERE
• Group 5: CLICK HERE

Task 4: Crazy New Diet Plan

Click your group link below and follow the instructions in the document. 

• Group 1: CLICK HERE
• Group 2: CLICK HERE
• Group 3: CLICK HERE
• Group 4: CLICK HERE
• Group 5: CLICK HERE

• Text to Speech: CLICK HERE

Task 5: Evaluating Diet Programs

Have one of your partners share the screen and sound. Listen to the different weight loss programs and leave comments asking questions and saying your reactions. Which one do you like most and why?

Task 6: Give me Caffeine!

Let's read the article on page 63 and discuss our caffeine and sugar consumption habits.

• Are you a coffee drinker?
• How much and how often do you drink it?
• When did you start?
• How do you take your coffee?
• Do you think it has any negative effects on you?
• What happens if you don't drink coffee when you normally do?
• What do you think are the most addictive legal substances?
• Do you think governments should regulate salt, fat, and sugar content like they regulate tobacco and alcohol?