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📕 A2: Grades 7-9 • MY TOWN

Summer Fun in Your Town

Learn how to talk about summer plans and describe weather. In this lesson, you'll practice using present simple with 'it is' + adjective to share what you like to do in summer.

Summer Fun in Your Town
💬 Warm-up
1 What do you like to do in summer?
2 Is it hot or cold in your town in summer?
3 Do you go on vacation in summer? Where?

🎯 Objectives

  • Use vocabulary about summer activities and places.
  • Describe weather with 'it is' + adjective.
  • Plan and share a summer day in your town.
In this block:

📚 Vocabulary

1.
vacation
"My family goes on vacation to the beach every summer."
A time when you travel or rest away from home or school.
2.
plan
"Let's plan a trip to the park this weekend."
A decision or idea about what you will do in the future.
3.
camp
"We sleep outside in a tent when we go to camp."
A place where people stay in tents or cabins for fun.
4.
beach
"The beach is great for swimming and playing in the sand."
A sandy or pebbly shore by the ocean or lake.
5.
trip
"We take a short trip to the mountains every summer."
A journey to a place, often for a short time.
6.
explore
"I like to explore new trails in the forest."
To look around and discover new things.
7.
summer
"Summer is the warmest season of the year."
The season between spring and autumn, usually warm.
8.
adventure
"Riding a bike in the woods is a fun adventure."
An exciting or unusual experience.
🗓️ Friday, 9th October 2026
vacation
A time when you travel or rest away from home or school.
plan
A decision or idea about what you will do in the future.
camp
A place where people stay in tents or cabins for fun.
beach
A sandy or pebbly shore by the ocean or lake.
trip
A journey to a place, often for a short time.
explore
To look around and discover new things.
summer
The season between spring and autumn, usually warm.
adventure
An exciting or unusual experience.

✍️ Practice

Guess the missing word.
1. During school break, we go on a family vacation to the mountains.
2. The beach is a great place to swim and build sandcastles.
3. In summer , the days are long and sunny.
4. We need to plan our summer activities before school ends.
5. Let's explore the old castle in the park.
6. At summer camp , we sleep in tents and sing songs.
7. We're going on a day trip to the nearby lake this weekend.
8. The hiking trip was an exciting adventure for everyone.
🗓️ Friday, 9th October 2026
1. During school break, we go on a family vacation to the mountains.
2. The beach is a great place to swim and build sandcastles.
3. In summer , the days are long and sunny.
4. We need to plan our summer activities before school ends.
5. Let's explore the old castle in the park.
6. At summer camp , we sleep in tents and sing songs.
7. We're going on a day trip to the nearby lake this weekend.
8. The hiking trip was an exciting adventure for everyone.

📖 Reading

Your Summer Adventure Guide

Summer is here! Do you have a vacation plan? Your town has many fun things to do. The weather is often hot and sunny. It is perfect for outdoor fun. You can go to the beach with friends. It is cool and relaxing there. Or you can take a short trip to a nearby park. Pack a picnic and enjoy the sun.

If you love nature, you can explore the forest trails. It is exciting to see animals and trees. Some teens join a summer camp for a week. There, you can swim, hike, and make new friends. Every day is a new adventure!

Use the words above to describe your summer. What is the weather like? What do you like to do?

Comprehension Questions

1.
What kind of weather does the guide say is perfect for outdoor fun?
The guide says hot and sunny weather is perfect for outdoor fun.
2.
Where can you go to relax and cool off in summer?
You can go to the beach to relax and cool off.
3.
What activities can you do at summer camp?
At summer camp you can swim, hike, and make new friends.
4.
What does the guide suggest you can pack for a trip to the park?
The guide suggests packing a picnic.
5.
What grammar rule does the guide remind you to use when describing weather?
The guide reminds you to use 'It is' plus an adjective to describe weather.

🎧 Listening Practice

My Summer Plans

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Listening context

Comprehension Questions

1.
What does Jessica say about the weather in her town this summer?
She says it is hot and sunny, perfect for outdoor adventures.
2.
What is Jessica's family vacation plan?
Her family is going to the beach for one week.
3.
What does Jessica plan to do with her friends?
She plans to explore a forest near their town and have a picnic.
4.
What activities does Jessica mention doing at summer camp?
At camp, she says they sleep in tents and play games.
5.
How does Jessica describe her summer overall?
She describes her summer as busy but exciting.

🗣️ Pair Work

Plan Your Ideal Summer Day

"Work with a partner. Imagine you have one perfect summer day in your town. Use the vocabulary words to describe what you do, where you go, and what the weather is like. Use 'It is' + adjective to talk about weather. Talk for about 2 minutes together."

👉 First, greet your partner and say what the weather is like today. Example: 'Hello! It is sunny and warm today.'

👉 Next, tell your partner about the place you want to go. Use words like beach, camp, or trip. Example: 'I want to go to the beach.'

👉 Then, say what activities you do there. Use explore or adventure. Example: 'We can explore the area and have an adventure.'

👉 Finally, ask your partner about their ideal day. Use the question: 'What is your plan?'

🚀 EnglishDee Tasks

KEYWORDS: vacation plan camp beach trip explore summer adventure
✍️ WRITING

Write a Summer Guide

Write a short guide for visitors to your town in summer. Tell them what to do and what the weather is like. Use 'It is' + adjective for weather. Your guide should be 80-100 words.

✅ Checklist:
  • Minimum 80 words.
  • Use at least 4 vocabulary words from the list.
  • Include at least one sentence with 'It is' + adjective for weather.
  • Describe at least two different places or activities.
🎙️ SPEAKING

Record Your Summer Talk

Record a 45-second talk about your summer plans or your favorite summer spot. Describe the weather using 'It is' + adjective. Talk at a natural pace.

✅ Checklist:
  • Record for 45 seconds.
  • Use at least 4 vocabulary words from the list.
  • Include at least 2 sentences about weather using 'It is' + adjective.
  • Speak clearly and at a natural pace.
Helpful Phrases
  • In summer, I like to...
  • My favorite summer spot is...
  • The weather is usually...
  • I plan to go to...
  • It is a great adventure because...
  • I think everyone should...