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“Morning Routine”

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Easy Daily Routines Man – Woman 1:08

Pre-Listening Exercise

  1. What time do you usually wake up during the week? On weekends?
  2. What is the very first thing you do when you wake up?
  3. Do you usually eat breakfast, or do you skip it? Why?
  4. Which part of your morning routine is most important to you?

Agree or Disagree? Let’s Spark Some Conversation!

These statements are designed to get everyone thinking, moving, and talking! The goal is to explore ideas, share opinions, and get ready for the next part of the lesson.

  • In a face-to-face classroom: Read each statement aloud. If you agree, move to one side of the room; if you disagree, move to the other. Talk with your group—why do you feel that way? Then, pair students with members of the other group and have students explain their reasons. Rotate partners for more practice.

  • In an online classroom: Use polls, emojis, or the chat box in your online platform to show your opinion. Then, join the conversation as a group or in breakout rooms. What do others think? Do you agree or disagree with them?

  • For independent learners: Read each statement and think about your opinion. Then say your answer out loud and explain your reason, as if you’re talking to a classmate. This helps you get ready to speak and join real conversations in English. Consider recording your ideas and check your progress.

    1. Waking up early makes your day more productive.
    2. Checking your phone first thing in the morning is a bad habit.
    3. Eating breakfast is the most important part of the morning routine.
    4. A shower in the morning wakes you up better than drinking coffee.
    5. It’s okay to skip breakfast if you’re in a hurry.
    6. Everyone should exercise or stretch in the morning.
    7. Sleeping in on weekends is unhealthy.
    8. A regular morning routine sets the tone for the entire day.
    9. People who wake up early are more successful.
    10. It is important to maintain the same routine on weekdays and weekends.

Idioms

“rise and shine” = wake up and get out of bed with energy
“Mom yelled ‘rise and shine’ to wake the kids up for school.”

“bright and early” = very early in the morning
“Ben got up bright and early to start his day.”

Listening Exercise

Listen to the recording and answer the questions.

Post-Listening Exercise

  1. Do you think you have a good morning routine? Why or why not?
  2. If you could add one new activity to your mornings, what would it be?
  3. Do you prefer long mornings with time to relax, or short mornings with quick routines?
  4. How can you improve your morning routine to make your day better?

Online Investigation

Research morning routines in three different countries, either by searching online or by asking classmates. Answer these questions:

  1. What time do people usually wake up?
  2. Do people eat a big breakfast, a light one, or none at all?
  3. Are there cultural habits (like tea, coffee, prayer, or exercise) that start the morning?
  4. How do these routines compare to your own?
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