Lesson 25. Plans for the Weekend (週末の計画)
▮ Explanatory Text:
Talking about weekend plans is a great way to practice future tense verbs and share your interests with others. Whether you prefer relaxing at home, exploring outdoors, or trying something new, discussing your plans can help you connect with classmates and learn about activities you might enjoy.
▮ Common Phrases:
1. This weekend, I’m planning to…
2. I hope to…
3. I’m looking forward to…
4. If the weather is good, I’ll…
5. I’m going to spend time…
▮ Example Sentences:
1. This weekend, I’m planning to go hiking in the mountains.
2. I hope to finish reading my book.
3. I’m looking forward to visiting my family.
4. If the weather is good, I’ll have a picnic in the park.
5. I’m going to spend time practicing the piano.
▮ Discussion Instructions:
Discuss your plans for the upcoming weekend. Describe what activities you plan to do, who you will be with, and why you are looking forward to these plans. If you don’t have any plans yet, talk about what you would like to do if you had free time. Try to use the future tense and include details that make your plans interesting to others.
※ This lesson aims to engage students in conversations about their leisure time, utilizing future tense constructions and vocabulary related to activities and planning. It encourages sharing personal interests and listening to others, fostering a communicative and engaging classroom environment.
