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KINGDOM OF BAHRAIN

Bahrain: English connects us.

Al-FATEH GRAND MOSQUE

Hello! I’m Michelle.


I’m from the Philippines, and I also lived in Saudi Arabia. Now I live in the Netherlands.


Before moving here, I worked in Bahrain. I worked as:


  • a hotel trainer,

  • an English teacher,

  • and a primary school teacher.


In my free time, I enjoy singing, playing basketball, reading, and walking.


Today, we’re going to learn a little about Bahrain and discover how English helps people from different countries communicate with each other.


You will answer some questions on your device during the lesson. Don’t worry about making your English perfect, simple and clear English is absolutely fine!

Choose the emoji that shows how you feel when you use English. There is no wrong answer.

Let’s find Bahrain on the map.

Meet Bahrain


• Bahrain is a small island country in Asia.

• Its capital city is Manama.

• Its official language is Arabic.


An island is land with water around it.

Today we will:

Learn about Bahrain.

Discover how English helps people.

Practise helping someone feel welcome.

Here is Bahrain. It is in Asia. It is an island country: look at the water around it. The capital city is Manama. Arabic is its official language.

Which continent is Bahrain in?

A

Europe

B

Africa

C

Asia

D

North America

Watch Bahrain: This advertisement shows some places and activities in Bahrain. Watch carefully. What can you see?

Places and buildings

People and activities

Write one short sentENCE in each category.
Write one sentence in each category.
Use: “I saw ______.” or “I saw people ______.”
What did you see? Think about the video. 
What places did you see? What were people doing?

Word bank:

sea • beach • market • shops hotel • tall buildings • boats

Word bank:

walking • shopping • swimming eating • driving • talking

Possible Answers:

Places & buildings:

  1. I saw tall buildings.

  2. I saw a traditional market.

  3. I saw the sea.

  4. I saw a hotel.

  5. I saww a restaurant.



People & activities:

  1. I saw people walking.

  2. I saw people shopping.

  3. I saw people driving.

  4. I saw people swimming.

  5. I saw people hoseback riding.

Culture in Bahrain

Culture includes food, language, traditions and everyday life.


A souq is a traditional market. In Bahrain, you can find traditional markets and modern shops and buildings.


People in the same country can live in different ways.

The Manama Souq

Look at the market. This is called a souq. People buy and sell things here. Now look at the modern buildings. Both are parts of Bahrain.

The Modern Bahrain Skyline

Compare the two places. Drag eachg sentence ot the correct picture.



I can see modern buildings.

The shops are small.

The buildings are tall.

I can see traditional market.

ENGLISH IN MY WORK IN BAHRAIN

I trained hotel staff in English. I taught English to Arabic-speaking learners. I also taught children in a primary school. We used English in school. English helped us understand each other. Simple words and patience helped too.


People can have different first languages and use English together. A first language is a language you learn when you are very young.

Did I use English in hotels, schools or both?

A

Only in schools

B

Both

C

Only in hotels

D

None of the above

Why was English helpful in my work?

Global Citizenship

Global citizenship means caring about people and respecting different backgrounds. We can practise it at school. We can welcome someone, use clear words and offer help.


In Bahrain, English helped me communicate with people. We can also use English to help someone at school. Global citizenship means respecting people and helping them feel welcome.


On the next slide, imagine that we have a new student in our class today. Write a friendly message to welcome them. Use the words on the screen to help you. When you are finished, send your answer.

HELP SOMEONE FEEL WELCOME
A new student joins your school.
They are learning English.

Write three short sentences:

1. Welcome the student.
2. Offer help.
3. Ask a friendly question.

You can use:
Welcome to our school!
I can help you find the ______.
Do you like ______?

Words: classroom / canteen / library / music / football

Why do you think English is important in Bahrain and other countries?

Arabic is Bahrain’s official language. Michelle also used English at work. Which statement is correct?

A

Everyone in Bahrain speaks only English.

B

Arabic is no longer used.

C

Different languages can be used in one country.

D

They only speak Arabic in Bahrain.

“Arabic is the official language of Bahrain, but I also used English a lot in my work there.”

A hotel guest does not understand your directions. Which reply helps most?

A

“I already told you.”

B

“Let me explain again. I can show you.”

C

“Never mind.”

D

Leave and let them be.

“Always remember: clear and friendly English helps people understand each other and feel included.”

On the next slide, you will see two sentences about today’s lesson. Think about what you learned, complete both sentences, and send your answers when you are finished.























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WHAT DID YOU LEARN?

Finish both sentences:


1. English helped Michelle at work because ______.

2. I can help someone feel included by ______.


Included = welcome and able to join in.

“To finish our lesson, let’s listen to a short part of Bahrain’s national anthem. A national anthem is a country’s special song. Please listen quietly and respectfully.”

“Today we learned about Bahrain and how English can connect people. We also practised helping others feel welcome. Thank you for joining in!”