This program covers language for things we do in and around ourhomes. It introduces the use of Let's, simple words, expressions andtips and a practice section.
Introduction: Carol, Barney, Steve and Serena introduce the program.
Chatting: People chat about what they do at home: in the laundry; in the kitchen; in the living room and in the backyard.
Language and grammar: Making suggestions using Let's.
New words: plates I fridge I pour I deliver/delivery
Funny things we say: Make yourself at home | Feel at home | Have a seat / take a seat | Help yourself
Listen and repeat: Clips selected from this video, followed by areal time gap to repeat what you hear.
Tips: Carlos (from Mexico) and Tammy (from China) share their experiences about learning English, and give some tips.
Interactive eLearning course
This video program is also available as a short stimulating eLearning course with interactive learning modules, recap activities, inline video and quiz assessments, designed to engage learners and build skills.
eLearning description
Simple English 12 – At home is a highly interactive course covering language for things we do in and around our homes. It introduces the use of Let's, simple words, expressions and tips, learning activities and a quiz. A practice section, Listen and Repeat, includes clips from the videos, followed by real time gaps to repeat what you hear.
Simple English 12 – At home is part of the Cutting Edge Simple English Series with great characters in realistic situations. Learners will enjoy practical activities that are useful at work and in life.
Learning Objectives
- Build confidence with conversational English
- Learn how to chat about what you do at home: in the laundry, in the kitchen, in the living room and in the backyard
- Learn simple grammar – Making suggestions using Let’s
- Build vocabulary word by word – plates I fridge I pour I deliver/delivery
- Learn to confidently use everyday expressions: Make yourself at home | Feel at home | Have a seat / take a seat | Help yourself
- Practice speaking by listening to and repeating selected clips
- Listen to encouragement and suggestions to help build confidence learning English
