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“After-School Activities”

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Easy After-school Activities Man – Woman 01:20

Pre-Listening Exercise

  1. What do you usually do right after school?
  2. Do you prefer spending time with friends or relaxing alone after school?
  3. What activities help you feel relaxed before doing homework?
  4. Do you think students should do homework right away or take a break first?

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. Students should always do homework immediately after school.
    2. Playing sports after school is the best way to relax.
    3. Watching TV or using social media is not a good use of after-school time.
    4. Spending time with friends is more important than doing homework.
    5. Snacks are an important part of after-school routines.
    6. Relaxation is just as important as studying.
    7. Playing video games after school is a waste of time.
    8. Students need time to rest before starting schoolwork again.
    9. Social activities after school help students feel happier.
    10. Too much free time after school can make students lazy.

Idioms

“blow off steam” = relax or release stress
“Jake plays basketball after school to blow off steam.”

“take it easy” = relax and not do anything stressful
 “Sofia likes to take it easy and listen to music before homework.”

Listening Exercise

Listen to the recording and answer the questions.

Post-Listening Exercise

  1. Do you think relaxing before homework helps students work better? Why or why not?
  2. What activities do you enjoy after school?
  3. How do you balance fun and schoolwork in your daily routine?
  4. What is the most popular after-school activity for young people in your country?

Online Investigation

Research after-school activities in two or three countries:

  1. What sports or hobbies are popular with students after school?
  2. Do students usually go straight home or spend time with friends first?
  3. Are there cultural differences in how children and teenagers spend their free time?
Disclosure: Randall developed this content through collaboration with AI, combining technological support with professional instructional design.
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