First Day Jitters

How do you feel when you start a new school or a new work environment? Are you nervous?

Now imagine how you would feel if you were visually impaired or in a wheelchair and started a new school or work environment.

In this unit, you will find:

Activity 1: Vocabulary acquisition

Activity 2: Grammar with “be”

Activity 3: Capsule 

Activity 4: Comprehension questions

Activity 5: A reading activity

Activity 6: A speaking activity on giving directions

Activity 7: A preposition review

Pre-listening vocabulary

Grammar

Watch the capsule

Answer the 4 comprehension questions .

 

Reading: Read the text and answer the questions.

Looking for a Helping Hand

Alex (in a wheelchair): Hi, are you lost too?

Jamie (visually impaired): Yes, I am. I’m looking for the science lab. Do you know where it is?

Alex: No, I don’t. I’m trying to find the cafeteria. I thought it was near the main entrance, but I can’t see any signs.

Jamie: I know what you mean. I’m using my cane, but I’m not hearing many people around. It’s too quiet. I want to find someone to ask.

Alex: Yeah, maybe we’re in the wrong building.

(A security guard approaches)

Guard: Hello! Do you both need some help?

Jamie: Yes, please. I’m trying to find the science lab.

Alex: And I’m looking for the cafeteria. Are we close to either?

Guard: The science lab is in Building B, and the cafeteria is in Building A. This is Building C, so you’re a little off.

Jamie: Oh no! Are the buildings far from here?

Guard: Not really. Building A is just down that path to the left. And Building B is straight ahead. I can walk with you if you’d like.

Alex: That would be really helpful. I wasn’t sure how to get there without better signs.

Jamie: Yes, I’d appreciate the help too. It’s hard to find my way in a new place.

Guard: No problem at all. Are you both new students?

Alex: Not yet. We’re visiting today to check out the campus.

Jamie: We’re hoping to start classes here next semester.

Guard: That’s great! Welcome to campus. Let’s get you where you need to go.

Alex: Thank you so much!

Jamie: Yes, thanks a lot!

 

Answer these two questions

Speaking: Look at the map and give instructions. (Canva Pro)

These prepositions of place are helpful to know.