节目资讯
刊物:大家说英语
日期:2013-06-15
难易度:High
关键字:gift, class, lovely, speak, grade, graduate, graduation, senior,
university, college, congratulation
Summer is such a great time of the year.
The weather is nice and warm.
And sometimes school is out.
What does that mean?
It means there is no school.
Many children graduate from their schools in June.
Well, this weekend we learned that Rob's sister graduated from high school.
The Class of 2013.
Wow! That's exciting.
Later in the week, we learned that Megan wants to buy a bike.
She asked Ken where she can ride her bike.
Do you know some good places to ride a bike?
Ken and Susie both know.
Well, let's now go and review last week's lessons.
And then we'll talk about some questions.
Hey, Rob.
Did you have a good weekend?
My weekend was great!
My little sister graduated from high school on Saturday!
That's great! Good for her!
Yes. I'm so proud of my sister.
She is very smart.
Did you buy her a graduation gift?
Yes, I got her a watch.
That's a nice graduation gift!
Here's a picture from her graduation.
Nice. She looks very happy.
So one of her school colors is red?
Yes, her school colors are red and yellow.
And here's her senior picture.
Class of 2013!
I feel old.
Me, too!
That's a great picture.
I know. My sister is a lovely girl.
How big is your sister's high school?
It's very big.
More than 500 students graduated on Saturday.
Did many students speak at graduation?
Yes, they did.
My sister was one of them!
Her grades are the best in her class!
Wow, you are right.
Your sister is smart!
Yes, she really is!
Susie, did Rob tell you about his sister?
She graduated from high school last Saturday.
Yes! Rob told me.
He's a proud big brother.
His sister must be really smart.
She was the best student in her class.
Yes, she's going to a very good university next year.
Did you know my brother graduated last month?
From high school?
No! From college!
Congratulations to your brother!
Did you go to his graduation?
I did.
My whole family went!
We clapped a lot for my brother.
You are really proud of him.
Yes. My brother started college 30 years after he graduated from high school!
That's not easy!
No. That's really brave.
He was much older than most students.
Good for him!
Now he has a better job because of his degree.
What did your brother study?
He studied business.
That's great.
Did you give him a graduation gift?
Yes, I bought him a smartphone!
Wow, graduation gifts today are really good!
All I got was a dictionary!
Maybe you should go back to school so you can graduate again!
Hello, Ken. Do you own a bicycle?
Yes, I do, Megan. Why?
I want a bicycle.
Can you help me?
There are a lot of them on this website.
Sure.
Look at this bicycle. It's nice.
Wow! It's really expensive!
Good bicycles are expensive.
But biking is great exercise.
It's a lot of fun, too!
Where do most people ride?
Many people ride at Riverside Park.
Oh, right!
The park has special lanes just for bicycles.
My friend rides there sometimes.
I ride there, too.
What else does the park have?
Riverside Park also has tennis courts.
The courts are new, too.
I don't play tennis.
But that's cool!
Other parks offer great things, too.
Like what?
Union Park has a pool.
It's open during the summer.
Pools are fun!
I like them.
Many people do.
The pool is really crowded sometimes.
Yes! Many kids play at the pool.
They don't have school during the summer.
I remember summer vacations.
I miss them.
Me, too!
Hey, Ken, do you know Riverside Park very well?
Yes. I go there a lot. Why?
The weather is nice today.
I want to go to a park, and a lot of people like Riverside Park.
It is a nice park!
You can have a picnic there.
Or you can feed the ducks in the pond.
Hmm. I want to get some exercise.
Then play sports.
What sports do people play at Riverside Park?
They play all kinds of sports!
I play basketball there.
What other sports could I play?
Well, you could play softball or soccer.
But you need a lot of people to play those sports.
Yes, they are team sports.
Ask your friends to play!
My friends can't play today.
If you meet someone at the park, you can play Frisbee.
I could. Frisbee sounds fun.
You can also go running.
No thanks. I don't like running anymore.
What about biking?
I do love biking!
Megan bought a bicycle today.
Ask her to go with you.
Great idea! I will ask her!
And maybe I'll come, too!
(Music).
Hello, everyone. Welcome to Let's Talk!
Today we are talking about community parks and why they are important.
Please help me welcome Ms. Patty Park!
Thanks for joining us today, Ms. Patty Park.
Thank you, Rob.
Let's talk about parks.
Why are parks important?
Parks provide communities with a place to be active.
True. And they give kids a safe environment to play in.
Yes. Parks have open spaces for kids to run and play.
Many parks also have playgrounds.
Yes. Kids love to play on the swings and slides!
What are some other reasons why parks are important?
Parks help communities.
They have programs for kids and adults.
Can you give me some examples?
Some parks have pools that offer swimming lessons.
Other parks host sports events for kids and adults.
Do people have to pay for these programs?
Some programs have a fee, but some are free.
Great! Parks are important.
Everyone should enjoy them!
Parks are important places.
Communities can come together and be active.
They can also enjoy a safe and fun environment.
Kids like to play on the playground.
It has swings and slides.
Parks have a lot of space.
They also offer many programs.
Parks with pools often offer swimming lessons.
Sports events are often held at parks, too.
Sometimes people need to pay a fee for these programs.
Sometimes they don't!
Welcome back, friends.
So do you know the answers of the questions I gave you?
Let me remind you again.
Question number one.
What...
Excuse me!
Uh, hello.
Uh, don't forget about me, Jonathan.
Oh, I'm... I'm sorry, Chris.
I forgot that you are here in the Jungle Cafe on Saturdays.
But my name is just Nathan, remember?
So how are you today?
Oh, I am feeling fine. Thank you.
I am having a great day.
And I have big plans for this afternoon.
You have big plans?
What are they?
Well, I'm going to a special place in the city.
But wait.
Let me answer your first question.
OK, Rob's sister graduated from high school.
Oh! (Chinese) Congratulations to your sister... uh, to Rob's sister.
Yeah, Rob's sister.
Congratulations to you, Rob's sister.
So what gift did Rob give his sister for graduating?
Do you know, Chris?
Hmm, gift?
Ah, yes, yes! I remember.
Rob gave his sister a watch.
That's right, Chris.
You have a good memory.
Rob gave his sister a watch.
You know, I got this watch from my uncle when I graduated, too.
That's a nice gift, don't you think?
A watch?
I want a smartphone instead.
Well, at least you didn't get a dictionary like Ken.
OK, here is one more question for you, Chris.
Where do many people ride their bikes?
Ah, let me think.
Megan wants to ride a bike around the city.
And the best place to ride a bike would be at the park.
Ah, at the park.
Excellent job, Chris!
You are right.
The park is a great place to ride your bike.
There are many bike lanes there.
Oh, I love the park.
There are so many things to do at the park.
And you know what?
That's where I will go this afternoon!
Sounds like fun, Chris.
Now tell me more about your plans after this break, OK?