Everyday English: Sharing & Discovering

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• English
• Secondary Education
• Age 11

Learning Objective

At the end of the lesson you will be able to ask for and give information about familiar topics, identify main ideas, and express basic personal opinions in writing.

What do you already know about asking for and giving information?

Why Do We Ask for Information?

We ask for information to learn, clarify, and connect with others. Understanding how and when to ask is key to every conversation.

Key Phrases: Asking & Answering

- Sure, here you are. - Of course, let me explain. - It’s about… - I think that…

Giving Information

- Could you tell me…? - Do you know…? - Can you explain…? - Would you mind telling me…?

Asking for Information

Everyday Situations

People ask for and give information every day: in shops, on transport, and at school. Practise these moments!

Reading Task: Find the Main Idea

Read a short text about a school event. Identify the main idea and explain it in your own words.

Tips for Picking Out Key Information

Look for repeated words and main facts. Ask yourself: What is the central message?

Language Focus

Answer questions clearly. Give extra details if needed, but keep it concise.

Polite Questions

Clear Answers

Use softening phrases such as 'Could you,' or 'Would you mind.' It sounds friendlier.

Writing Task: Share Your Opinion

Write a short paragraph about your favourite school subject. Say why you like it and share some facts.

Role Play: Asking & Giving

In pairs, practise role plays where one student asks for information and the other responds. Try different scenarios.

Reflect: How Did You Do?

Think about what you learned today. What phrase or idea was new for you?

Write down 3 things you learned in this lesson.

Write down 2 things you want to know more about.

Ask 1 question about something you haven't quite understood yet.