How does this photo connect with the chapter title “Earth under pressure”? What do you think Earth Hour is? Why do you think they are dressed up as giant pandas? Most of us are aware that our world is changing: Oceans are polluted; lives and animal habitats are endangered; hurricanes, heat waves, floods, droughts and devastating fires are more frequent. Not to mention a pandemic that turned the world on its head. Planet Earth is clearly trying to send us a message. Fortunately, there are people all around the world who are calling on leaders to take action for more sustainable living. However, it is important that we take a hard look at our own choices. What can you do to make a change? Main targets: • to explore and reflect on messages in different types of texts • to discuss present-day issues • to express your thoughts and opinions • to write texts that describe, explain and investigate • to find, evaluate and list sources Language and grammar: • countable and uncountable nouns • the quantifiers some and any Model text: informative article Earth under pressure 2
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