英語4技能対策

Lesson 9. Books and Reading (本と読書)


Lesson 9. Books and Reading (本と読書)



▮ Explanatory Text:

Reading books is a wonderful hobby. It takes us to different worlds, teaches us new things, and improves our language skills. Discussing books can open up a world of imagination.


▮ Discussion Instructions:

Talk about a book you have read recently. What did you like about it?


▮ Common Phrases:


I recently read…
My favorite author is…
This book is about…
I learned that…
I recommend this book because…


▮ Example Sentences:


I recently read ‘The Little Prince’.
My favorite author is Roald Dahl.
This book is about adventure and friendship.
I learned that imagination is important.
I recommend this book because it’s exciting and meaningful.

Lesson 7. Music and Movies (音楽と映画)

Lesson 7. Music and Movies (音楽と映画)



▮ Explanatory Text:

Music and movies are forms of entertainment that can inspire and bring joy. They help us understand different cultures and express emotions. Sharing our favorites can be exciting.


▮ Discussion Instructions:

Talk about your favorite music or movies. Why do you like them?


▮ Common Phrases:


I enjoy listening to…
My favorite movie is…
I love the music of…
This movie/song makes me feel…
I often watch/listen to…


▮ Example Sentences:


I enjoy listening to pop music.
My favorite movie is ‘Harry Potter’.
I love the music of BTS.
This song makes me feel happy.
I often watch movies on the weekend.

Lesson 5.  Favorite Foods (好きな食べ物)


Lesson 5.  Favorite Foods (好きな食べ物)


▮ Explanatory Text:

Food is a big part of culture and personal taste. Everyone has their favorite dishes, whether it’s from their home country or a foreign cuisine. Sharing about food can be mouth-watering!


▮ Discussion Instructions: Talk about your favorite foods. Why do you like them, and how are they made?


▮ Common Phrases:


I love eating…
My favorite dish is…
It’s made with…
I like it because…
I usually eat it at…


▮ Example Sentences:


I love eating sushi.
My favorite dish is spaghetti.
It’s made with tomatoes and cheese.
I like it because it’s very flavorful.
I usually eat it at my grandmother’s house.


Lesson 6. Sports and Activities (スポーツと活動)


Lesson 6. Sports and Activities (スポーツと活動)



▮ Explanatory Text:

Playing sports and doing activities are great ways to stay healthy and have fun. Whether it’s team sports or individual activities, they teach us about teamwork and discipline.


▮ Discussion Instructions:

Discuss a sport or activity you participate in. What do you enjoy about it?


▮ Common Phrases:


I play…
My favorite sport is…
I am part of…
I practice…
The best part is…


▮ Example Sentences:


I play basketball at school.
My favorite sport is swimming.
I am part of the baseball team.
I practice judo on weekends.
The best part is making new friends.

Lesson 4. Dream Vacation (夢の休暇)

Lesson 4. Dream Vacation (夢の休暇)




▮ Explanatory Text: Everyone dreams of a perfect vacation. It could be exploring new places, experiencing different cultures, or just relaxing. Sharing dream vacations can inspire and excite.


▮ Discussion Instructions: Describe your dream vacation. Where would it be and what would you do?


▮ Common Phrases:


I dream of going to…
My ideal vacation is…
I would love to see…
My dream is to experience…
One day, I will visit…


▮ Example Sentences:
I dream of going to Paris.
My ideal vacation is a beach holiday in Okinawa.
I would love to see the pyramids in Egypt.
My dream is to experience a safari in Africa.
One day, I will visit Disneyland.

Lesson 3. Family and Friends (家族と友達)

Lesson 3. Family and Friends (家族と友達)



▮ Explanatory Text:

Family and friends play a significant role in our lives. They provide support, fun, and love. Talking about them helps us understand the importance of relationships.


▮ Discussion Instructions:

Share a story about your family or friends. What makes your relationship special?


▮ Common Phrases:

1. My best friend is…

2. I have a big/small family.

3. We often…
4. My favorite memory is…
5. I love spending time with…


▮ Example Sentences:


My best friend is Tom; we play soccer together.
I have a small family with one brother.
We often go to the park on weekends.
My favorite memory is my last birthday party.
I love spending time with my cousins.

Lesson 2. School Life (学校生活)

Lesson 2.    School Life (学校生活)


▮ Explanatory Text:

School life includes classes, friends, and extracurricular activities. It’s a time for learning, having fun, and making memories. Discussing school life can share experiences and challenges.


▮ Discussion Instructions:

Talk about your typical day at school. What subjects do you like and why?


▮ Common Phrases:


1. My favorite subject is…
2. I usually…
3. During lunchtime, I…
4. After school, I…
5. My teacher is…


▮ Example Sentences:


My favorite subject is English because it’s interesting.
I usually study math in the morning.
During lunchtime, I eat with my friends.
After school, I attend a science club.
My teacher is very kind and helpful.

Lesson 1. Favorite Hobbies (好きな趣味)

Lesson 1. Favorite Hobbies (好きな趣味)



▮ Explanatory Text:

Everyone has hobbies they enjoy. Hobbies like sports, reading, or playing musical instruments help us relax and learn new skills. Talking about hobbies can help you connect with others.

▮ Discussion Instructions:  

Discuss your favorite hobbies. Explain why you like them and how you started.

▮ Common Phrases:

  1. I enjoy…
  2. My favorite hobby is…
  3. I started…
  4. In my free time, I like to…
  5. This hobby helps me…


▮ Example Sentences:


I enjoy playing the piano.
My favorite hobby is reading science fiction books.
I started playing soccer when I was eight.
In my free time, I like to draw cartoons.
This hobby helps me relax after school. 

Topic Discussion for Teen ― English Site

Japanese Site

★ All instructors will be responsible for this course.


▮ Lesson Course Name: Topic Discussion for Teens

▮ Level: Elementary and Middle School Students – CEFR A1~A2, EIKEN Grade 3 to Pre-Grade 2

▮ Number of Lessons: 60 lessons (please take as many as you need)

▮ Features of the Lesson

☑ Discussions with instructors about familiar topics and social issues, targeted at elementary and middle school students.
☑ Students will learn to express their opinions and arguments in English on various topics.
☑ The lesson time will mainly focus on speaking about the topic.


▮ Lesson Activities

● Read a brief explanation about a topic.

● After answering questions about the topic, have a discussion with the instructor.

● Learn five common expressions and vocabulary words used in the topic.

● Create short English sentences using these expressions and vocabulary.

Lesson Contents

Lesson 1. Favorite Hobbies (好きな趣味)

Lesson 2. School Life (学校生活)

Lesson 3. Family and Friends (家族と友達)

Lesson 4. Dream Vacation (夢の休暇)

Lesson 5.  Favorite Foods (好きな食べ物)

Lesson 6. Sports and Activities (スポーツと活動)

Lesson 7. Music and Movies (音楽と映画)

Lesson 8. Technology and Gadgets (技術とガジェット)

Lesson 9. Books and Reading (本と読書)

Lesson 10. Environmental Issues (環境問題)

Lesson 11.  Cultural Differences (文化の違い)

Lesson 12. Future Goals (将来の目標)

Lesson 13.  Holidays and Festivals (休日と祭り)

Lesson 14.  Pets and Animals (ペットと動物)

Lesson 15.  Travel Experiences (旅行体験)

Lesson 16.  Learning English (英語学習)

Lesson 17.  Fashion and Style (ファッションとスタイル)

Lesson 18.  Seasons and Weather (季節と天気)

Lesson 19.  Space and the Universe (宇宙とユニバース)

Lesson 20.  Local Attractions (地元の観光スポット)

Lesson 21.  Current Events (最新のニュース)

Lesson 22. Traditional Japanese Culture (日本の伝統文化)

Lesson 23.  Superheroes and Comics (スーパーヒーローとコミック)

Lesson 24. Art and Creativity (芸術と創造性)

Lesson 25.  Video Games (ビデオゲーム)

Lesson 26. Online Learning (オンライン学習)

Lesson 27. Festive Traditions (祭りの伝統)

Lesson 28. Science and Inventions (科学と発明)

Lesson 29. World Cuisine (世界の料理)

Lesson 30. My Town/City (私の町/都市)

Lesson 31.  Time Travel (タイムトラベル)

Lesson 32.  Outer Space Exploration (宇宙探査)

Lesson 33.  Cultural Festivals Around the World (世界の文化祭り)

Lesson 34.  Learning a Musical Instrument (楽器の学習)

Lesson 35. Global Environmental Changes (地球環境の変化)

Lesson 36.  Inspirational People (触発する人々)

Lesson 37.  Traditional Crafts and Arts (伝統工芸品と芸術)

Lesson 38.  Future Technologies (未来の技術)

Lesson 39.  Wildlife Conservation (野生生物の保護)

Lesson 40.  Discovering New Hobbies (新しい趣味の発見)

Lesson 41.  Urban vs Rural Life (都会と田舎の生活)

Lesson 42.  World Literature (世界の文学)

Lesson 43.  Innovative Technology in Everyday Life (日常生活における革新的な技術)

Lesson 44.  Traditional vs Modern Education (伝統的な教育と現代の教育)

Lesson 45.  Globalization and Culture (グローバリゼーションと文化)

Lesson 46.  Ancient Civilizations (古代文明)

Lesson 47.  Healthy Living and Wellness (健康的な生活とウェルネス)

Lesson 48. Environmental Sustainability (環境持続可能性)

Lesson 49. The Art of Animation (アニメーションの芸術)

Lesson 50.  Space Travel and Colonization (宇宙旅行と植民地化)

Lesson 51. Ocean Exploration (海洋探査)

Lesson 52. Robots and Artificial Intelligence (ロボットと人工知能)

Lesson 53. Sports in Different Cultures (異文化におけるスポーツ)

Lesson 54. Famous Inventions and Inventors (有名な発明と発明家)

Lesson 55. Culinary Arts and Cooking (料理芸術と調理)

Lesson 56. Climate Change and Its Effects (気候変動とその影響)

Lesson 57. Festivals and Celebrations Around the World (世界中の祭りとお祝い)

Lesson 58. Great Explorers and Discoveries (偉大な探検家と発見)

Lesson 59. Photography and Digital Imagery (写真とデジタルイメージング)

Lesson 60. Music Genres and History (音楽のジャンルと歴史)

Topic Discussion for Teen

English Site

★ 全ての講師が担当します。

▮ レッスンコース名:  Topic Discussion for Teen   

▮ レベル    :   小中学生  CEFR A1~A2 , 英検3級~準2級 

▮ レッスン数  :    60 レッスン (必要な分だけ受講してください)

▮ レッスンの特徴

☑ 小中学生を対象に身近なことや社会問題について講師とディスカッション。
☑ 様々なトピックについて英語で自分の意見・主張が話せるようになります。
☑ レッスン時間は、トピックについてのスピーキングが中心になります。


▮ レッスン アクティビティ

● 1つのトピックについての短い解説を読みます。
● トピックについての質問に答えた後、講師とディスカッションを行います。
● トピックでよく使われる表現や語彙を5つ覚えます。
● 表現や語彙を用いて短い英文を作成します。

Topic 一覧  (レッスンコース 目次)

Lesson 1. Favorite Hobbies (好きな趣味)

Lesson 2. School Life (学校生活)

Lesson 3. Family and Friends (家族と友達)

Lesson 4. Dream Vacation (夢の休暇)

Lesson 5.  Favorite Foods (好きな食べ物)

Lesson 6. Sports and Activities (スポーツと活動)

Lesson 7. Music and Movies (音楽と映画)

Lesson 8. Technology and Gadgets (技術とガジェット)

Lesson 9. Books and Reading (本と読書)

Lesson 10. Environmental Issues (環境問題)

Lesson 11.  Cultural Differences (文化の違い)

Lesson 12. Future Goals (将来の目標)

Lesson 13.  Holidays and Festivals (休日と祭り)

Lesson 14.  Pets and Animals (ペットと動物)

Lesson 15.  Travel Experiences (旅行体験)

Lesson 16.  Learning English (英語学習)

Lesson 17.  Fashion and Style (ファッションとスタイル)

Lesson 18.  Seasons and Weather (季節と天気)

Lesson 19.  Space and the Universe (宇宙とユニバース)

Lesson 20.  Local Attractions (地元の観光スポット)

Lesson 21.  Current Events (最新のニュース)

Lesson 22. Traditional Japanese Culture (日本の伝統文化)

Lesson 23.  Superheroes and Comics (スーパーヒーローとコミック)

Lesson 24. Art and Creativity (芸術と創造性)

Lesson 25.  Video Games (ビデオゲーム)

Lesson 26. Online Learning (オンライン学習)

Lesson 27. Festive Traditions (祭りの伝統)

Lesson 28. Science and Inventions (科学と発明)

Lesson 29. World Cuisine (世界の料理)

Lesson 30. My Town/City (私の町/都市)

Lesson 31.  Time Travel (タイムトラベル)

Lesson 32.  Outer Space Exploration (宇宙探査)

Lesson 33.  Cultural Festivals Around the World (世界の文化祭り)

Lesson 34.  Learning a Musical Instrument (楽器の学習)

Lesson 35. Global Environmental Changes (地球環境の変化)

Lesson 36.  Inspirational People (触発する人々)

Lesson 37.  Traditional Crafts and Arts (伝統工芸品と芸術)

Lesson 38.  Future Technologies (未来の技術)

Lesson 39.  Wildlife Conservation (野生生物の保護)

Lesson 40.  Discovering New Hobbies (新しい趣味の発見)

Lesson 41.  Urban vs Rural Life (都会と田舎の生活)

Lesson 42.  World Literature (世界の文学)

Lesson 43.  Innovative Technology in Everyday Life (日常生活における革新的な技術)

Lesson 44.  Traditional vs Modern Education (伝統的な教育と現代の教育)

Lesson 45.  Globalization and Culture (グローバリゼーションと文化)

Lesson 46.  Ancient Civilizations (古代文明)

Lesson 47.  Healthy Living and Wellness (健康的な生活とウェルネス)

Lesson 48. Environmental Sustainability (環境持続可能性)

Lesson 49. The Art of Animation (アニメーションの芸術)

Lesson 50.  Space Travel and Colonization (宇宙旅行と植民地化)

Lesson 51. Ocean Exploration (海洋探査)

Lesson 52. Robots and Artificial Intelligence (ロボットと人工知能)

Lesson 53. Sports in Different Cultures (異文化におけるスポーツ)

Lesson 54. Famous Inventions and Inventors (有名な発明と発明家)

Lesson 55. Culinary Arts and Cooking (料理芸術と調理)

Lesson 56. Climate Change and Its Effects (気候変動とその影響)

Lesson 57. Festivals and Celebrations Around the World (世界中の祭りとお祝い)

Lesson 58. Great Explorers and Discoveries (偉大な探検家と発見)

Lesson 59. Photography and Digital Imagery (写真とデジタルイメージング)

Lesson 60. Music Genres and History (音楽のジャンルと歴史)