2. Play the tape and get the students to point to the appropriate pictures as they listen.
3. Draw a circle on the board and draw waves in the ocean around it. Point to the circle and say, “This is an island”. Point to Taiwan in the passage and say,“Taiwan is an island”. Write the structure“…is an island.” Have the students tell you the names of other islands e.g. Hainan,
Hong Kong. Say that an island is a landmass that is completely surrounded by water.
4. Ask the students, “Is China in Asia?” Point to the map in the passage and nod your head. They should respond,” Yes, it is.” Then say, “Is America in Asia?” Shank your head and have the students look at the map in Unit 1. the students should respond, “No, it isn’t.”
★Additional Activity
Ask and answer
What is the capital of the USA? (Washington D.C.)
What is the biggest city in China? (Shanghai)
What is the biggest country in Asia? (China)
What is the biggest city in the USA? (New Your)
What is the most beautiful city in the USA? (San Francisco)