Lesson 22: Animals and Nature
Animais e natureza
Goal: Animal and nature vocabulary practice
Today's Objectives
1
Learn names of common animals
15 min
2
Practice There is / There are
15 min
3
Describe pets and farm animals
20 min
Pets at Home
| Word | Translation | Example |
|---|---|---|
| dog /dɒg/ | cachorro | My dog is very friendly. |
| cat /kæt/ | gato | She has a black cat. |
| rabbit /ˈræb.ɪt/ | coelho | The rabbit has long ears. |
Small Animals
| Word | Translation | Example |
|---|---|---|
| bird /bɜːd/ | pássaro | The bird is singing in the tree. |
| fish /fɪʃ/ | peixe | I have a small fish in a bowl. |
| mouse /maʊs/ | rato | The mouse ran under the bed. |
Farm Animals 1
| Word | Translation | Example |
|---|---|---|
| horse /hɔːs/ | cavalo | He rides a brown horse. |
| cow /kaʊ/ | vaca | The cow gives us milk. |
| pig /pɪg/ | porco | The pig is eating an apple. |
Farm Animals 2
| Word | Translation | Example |
|---|---|---|
| sheep /ʃiːp/ | ovelha | There are many sheep on the farm. |
| chicken /ˈtʃɪk.ɪn/ | galinha | We have a chicken in the garden. |
| duck /dʌk/ | pato | The duck is swimming in the lake. |
Wild Animals
| Word | Translation | Example |
|---|---|---|
| elephant /ˈel.ɪ.fənt/ | elefante | An elephant is very big. |
| lion /ˈlaɪ.ən/ | leão | The lion is the king of the jungle. |
| monkey /ˈmʌŋ.ki/ | macaco | The monkey is eating a banana. |
Pronunciation Focus
Pay attention to the 'sh' and 'ch' sounds.
sh: sheep, fish
ch: chicken, chicken
ch: chicken, chicken
Do not pronounce these as 's' or 'k'.
Grammar: There is / There are
| Singular | Plural |
|---|---|
| There is a dog. | There are two dogs. |
| Is there a cat? | Are there any cats? |
| Yes, there is. | Yes, there are. |
Grammar: Have / Has
| Subject | Verb | Example |
|---|---|---|
| I / You / We / They | have | I have a rabbit. |
| He / She / It | has | She has a bird. |
Common Mistake (PT speakers)
In Portuguese, 'Tem' is used for both 'There is' and 'Have'.
Incorrect: Have a cow on the farm.
Correct: There is a cow on the farm.
Correct: There is a cow on the farm.
Correct: I have a cow.
Reading: On the Farm
There are many animals on Uncle John's farm. There is a big brown horse. There are ten sheep and five cows. There is a dog near the barn. The dog is friendly. There are also some chickens in the garden.
Comprehension Check
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How many sheep are there?
Ten
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Where are the chickens?
In the garden
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Is the dog dangerous?
No, it is friendly
Speaking Activity
Partner A
Ask: What animals do you like?
Ask: Do you have a pet?
Ask: What animals do you like?
Ask: Do you have a pet?
Partner B
Answer: I like lions.
Answer: Yes, I have a cat.
Answer: I like lions.
Answer: Yes, I have a cat.
Writing Practice
Write 3 sentences about animals.
1. Use 'There is' or 'There are'.
2. Use 'have' or 'has'.
3. Use one adjective (big, small, friendly).
1. Use 'There is' or 'There are'.
2. Use 'have' or 'has'.
3. Use one adjective (big, small, friendly).
Example: There is a big elephant. I have a small fish.
Review: Common Errors
Check Your Work
Did you use 's' for plural?
Two dog -> Two dogs
Did you use 'a' or 'an'?
An elephant, A lion
Quick Quiz 1
1
Translate: Cavalo
Horse
2
Plural of Sheep?
Sheep
3
There ___ a bird.
is
Quick Quiz 2
4
She ___ a cat.
has
5
Translate: Peixe
Fish
6
___ there any cows?
Are
Wrap Up
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Homework: Write 5 sentences about your favorite animal.
Due next class
R
Review: Flashcards on Word Play.
Online
Great work today!
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