IGCSE Speaking
IELTS Prep Course

Aligned to Cambridge IGCSE ESL (0510 / 0511) exam standards

Week 25: Holidays

IELTS Band 5 - 6

QTS ALIGNED Teacher Lesson Plan Holidays

Learning Objectives

WALT (We Are Learning To)Discuss tourism using balanced contrast, local examples, and clear opinions.

Success Criteria

WILF (What I'm Looking For)Compare holiday choices, explain effects, use contrast linkers, and stay polite.

Support (Band 5.0 Target)

Use the frame: Tourism is good because ___, but ___. Add one local example.

Stretch (Band 6.0+ Target)

Explain how tourism can help local people but also change traditional places.
Plan A Classroom Only 80 MIN
Default plan. Sections 11 & 12 are completed at home as unsupervised homework.
TimeTeacherStudents
Sec 1 0–5 min Warm-Up
  • Open with WALT / WILF.
  • Send students to Section 1 and circulate.
  • Discuss the warm-up questions in pairs, in English.
Sec 2 · 3 · 4 5–15 min Input
  • Teach Sec 2 grammar, Sec 3 pronunciation, Sec 4 vocabulary.
  • Give an example sentence for each item.
  • Listen and take notes on the handout.
  • Offer your own example sentences.
Sec 5 · 6 · 7 · 8 15–35 min Shadow Read
  • Play TTS for Sec 5, 6, 9 text & model answers.
  • Students Listen → Repeat until pronunciation is clean.
  • Stand. Write own notes on whiteboards for Sec 6 & 9. Memorize answers.
Sec 7 35–55 min Speaking · 4-3-2
  • 2-min spot speaking tests. Correct mistakes. Note errors.
  • Repeat your answer 3× — faster each round.
  • Listener checks target items & pushes speed.
Sec 9 55–75 min Part 3 Discussion
  • Explain OPINION → REASON → EXAMPLE structure.
  • Push "why?" & "can you give an example?" for short answers.
  • Write Sec 9 notes in the lined space.
  • Repeat your Part 3 answers 3× in pairs — faster each round.
Sec 10 75–80 min Wrap-Up
  • Put top errors on the board.
  • Supervise Sec 10 exit ticket.
  • Correct your errors.
  • Log this week's homework (Sec 11 & 12).
Homework Sec 11 & Sec 12 (required, ~40 min).
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QTS ALIGNED Teacher Lesson Plan Holidays
Plan B Computer Lab + Classroom 40 + 40 MIN
Use when homework must be supervised. Sec 11 & 12 done in the lab; classroom shrinks to 40 min. Cut sections shown below.
Computer Lab · 40 min · supervised
TimeTeacherStudents
Sec 11 0–20 min After Last Lesson
  • Circulate the lab and check recording quality across Part 1, 2 & 3.
  • Push AI written feedback on each student's Sec 6 answer.
  • Record LAST week's Sec 1, Sec 6 & Sec 9 answers (Part 1, Part 2, Part 3).
  • Run AI correction on the Sec 6 written answer.
Sec 12 20–40 min Before Next Lesson
  • Confirm each student previews NEXT period's vocab and grammar.
  • Check students shadow Transcoded Text and Model Answers.
  • Preview NEXT period's vocab and grammar.
  • Shadow all Transcoded Text and Model Answers for pronunciation practice.
Classroom · 40 min
TimeTeacherStudents
Sec 1 0–5 min Warm-Up
  • Open with WALT / WILF.
  • Send students to Section 1 and circulate.
  • Discuss the warm-up questions in pairs, in English.
Sec 6 5–20 min Practice
  • Observe students' Sec 6 answer prep on boards.
  • Correct errors before speaking.
  • Stand up at a whiteboard / window / large screen.
  • Write your own answer to Sec 6.
Sec 7 20–35 min Speaking · 4-3-2
  • Briefly intro Sec 7 and run the 4-3-2 circuit (pairs, standing).
  • Strict time — fastest repetitions must be min 2 mins.
  • Repeat your answer 2× alone — faster each round.
  • Round 3 with a partner to push you to speak fast.
  • Last round must be fast and min 2 mins.
Sec 10 35–40 min Wrap-Up
  • Put top errors on the board.
  • Supervise Sec 10 exit ticket.
  • Correct your errors.
  • Log this week's homework (Sec 6 written answer).
Cut in Lab Mode Sec 2 · 3 · 4 · 5 · 8 — Input, Pronunciation, Shadowing and Writing dropped from classroom (handled with AI feedback in the lab / at home).
Homework Write Section 6 Answer, use AI correction, then write the corrected answer by hand into the student textbook.
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Section 1
Part 1 Interview
5 MIN
Keep
Topic: holidays, tourism, and local culture
1 Can you tell me something about a place you like to visit on holiday?
Yes, I like visiting small old towns with my family during short holidays. For me, they show local heritage (遗产) better than large shopping streets. Usually, we walk slowly, eat simple food, and take photos.
Your Answer
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2 Can you tell me about a time when a holiday place was very crowded, and what it was like?
Last summer, I visited a lake with my cousins during a public holiday. At first, the view was beautiful, but it was too crowded (拥挤的) near the gate. Later, we found a quiet path and enjoyed the trip more.
Your Answer
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3 Do you think tourism is good for local people? Why?
Yes, I think tourism can help local people if it is managed well. This is because, visitors buy food, tickets, and small gifts. However, too many visitors can change daily life for families who live there.
Your Answer
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Section 2
Weekly Grammar Point
4 MIN
Keep

Balanced Contrast with However and Although

Grammar

However shows a contrast between two sentences. Although starts a sentence part that gives a different or surprising idea.

Example

Although the hotel was small, the staff were kind.

Your Examples
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Section 3
Weekly Pronunciation Point
2 MIN
Cut in Lab Mode

Chunking Longer Answers

👂 Listen: Pause after idea groups so longer answers are easier to follow.

🗣️ Practise: Say it in chunks, tourism brings money / but it can also change local life.

Section 4
Vocabulary Table
4 MIN
Keep
Tourism旅游业 Nounadj.tourist
Heritage遗产 Nounadj.heritage
Commercial商业的 Adjectiven.commerceadv.commerciallyv.commercialise · commercialised · commercialising
Local当地的 Adjectiven.localityadv.locallyv.localise · localised · localising
Crowded拥挤的 Adjectiven.crowdv.crowd · crowded · crowding
Preserve保护 / 保留 Verbn.preservationadj.preserved
Idiom 1: Off the beaten track — 远离热门路线 ExplanationAway from the places most tourists visit. ExampleSome families prefer villages off the beaten track.
Idiom 2: Leave a mark — 留下印记 ExplanationHave a lasting effect. ExampleTourism can leave a mark on a small town.
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Section 5
Shadowing Text
8 MIN
Cut in Lab Mode

Adapted from the Cambridge IGCSE ESL Coursebook

During holidays, tourism (旅游业) can bring money and energy to a town. For example, visitors may learn about local heritage (遗产) through museums, food, and old streets. However, some places become too commercial (商业的) when every shop sells the same gifts. In small towns, local (当地的) families may enjoy new jobs but dislike noise. When a famous street becomes too crowded (拥挤的), older people may avoid it. Also, students can learn to travel with respect, not just take photos. In my view, good holidays should help both visitors and residents. Overall, careful planning makes travel more meaningful and fair.

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Section 6
Part 2 Question and Model Answer
15 MIN
Keep

SITUATION Your class is planning a short holiday study trip and must choose a place that teaches culture well. You are considering the following options:

OPTION A a famous city tour with many sights
OPTION B a quiet village study trip

Talk about the advantages and disadvantages of each option. Say which option you would prefer, and why.

Model Answer
SITUATION Well, I will compare two ways to improve a school holiday trip.
OPTION A On one hand, a famous city tour is easy to plan and can teach students about culture. However, it may not preserve (保护 / 保留) quiet places. Also, the group may meet heavy congestion (拥堵) near popular sites.
OPTION B On the other hand, a village study trip can be more sustainable (可持续的). Although it is farther away, it lets students explore a place off the beaten track (远离热门路线). So, this option feels more special.
PREFERENCE I would choose, the village study trip. REASON My first reason is, it can leave a mark (留下印记) on students. My second reason is, it supports small communities, not only busy tourist streets.
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Section 7
Listener Task — Tick the Speaker's Checklist
5 MIN
Keep

Tick each item you hear in your partner's Part 2 answer.

Section 8
Writing Space
10 MIN
Cut in Lab Mode

Stand up and write your answer on the board or classroom windows. The teacher will correct it as you write. Copy the corrected answer below.

📝 Draft
0 / 20–300
✨ AI-Corrected
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Section 9
Part 3 Questions
20 MIN
Keep

Answer the Part 3 discussion questions below. Use the Model Answer for guidance, then write your own response in the lined space.

1 How important is local culture when people choose a holiday destination?
Model Answer
OPINION In my opinion, local culture is very important when people choose holidays. REASON This is because, when visitors understand traditions, the trip feels deeper. EXAMPLE / EXTENSION For example, old buildings and food show a place’s heritage (遗产).
Your Answer
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2 Some people say tourism can damage traditional places. What do you think?
Model Answer
OPINION From my point of view, tourism can damage places if it grows too fast. REASON The reason is, although visitors bring money, noise can change daily life. EXAMPLE / EXTENSION For example, too many gift shops may make a street too commercial (商业的).
Your Answer
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Section 9
Part 3 Questions (continued)
20 MIN
Keep

Continue answering Part 3 questions. Use the Model Answer for guidance, then write your own response in the lined space.

3 What should happen if a tourist area becomes too crowded?
Model Answer
OPINION I think, crowded tourist areas need simple rules. REASON This matters because, if too many people arrive together, local life becomes difficult. EXAMPLE / EXTENSION For example, booking times can help a small town feel less crowded (拥挤的).
Your Answer
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4 How important is responsible tourism for popular holiday places?
Model Answer
OPINION In my view, responsible tourism is important for popular holiday places. REASON This is because, when visitors respect local people, the place stays clean and friendly. EXAMPLE / EXTENSION For example, a class project could show how tourism (旅游业) brings money but also creates problems during a short class talk.
Your Answer
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Section 10
Exit Ticket
4 MIN
Keep

🎯 Fix the Error: Choose however or although to complete the holiday sentence.

  • 1. However, the museum is interesting, _______ the ticket is expensive. (however/although)
  • 2. Although, the town is small, it has strong _______. (heritage)
  • 3. In my opinion, tourism helps shops. _______ it can bring noise. (However/Although)

Section 11
After Today's Lesson
Lab or Home
  • aRECORD10 MINAPP Recording: Mock Test: Record all answers to questions in Part 1, 2 and 3 and SEND for scoring. MUST USE: 1 complex sentence + this week's grammar (Balanced Contrast with However and Although).作业APP录音：模拟考试：录制Part 1、2和3全部问题的回答并发送评分。要求：必须使用1个复合句和本周语法点。
  • bWRITING10 MINType and AI correct your Part 2 answer. Handwrite your corrected answer into your coursebook.键入Part 2答案并使用AI批改。将批改后的答案手写到你的课本中。
Section 12
Before Next Week's Lesson
Lab or Home
  • aSHADOW10 MIN'Speaking Practice › Fluency'. Listen to next week's Section 1, 5, 6 & 9. Shadow their pronunciation — copy American or British intonation exactly — until you are comfortable with the pronunciation."口语练习 › 流利度"。听下周的第1、5、6和9部分。跟读模仿美式或英式的语调和发音，直到你对发音感到自如为止。
  • bRECORD10 MINRecord Sections 5 & 6: Memorise useful phrases and use bullet-point notes to help you repeat the paragraphs in your own words 3 times, out loud. Record your 3rd attempt.录音第5和第6部分：记忆有用的短语，并使用要点笔记帮助你用自己的话重复段落3遍，大声朗读。录下你的第3次尝试。
Section 10 Answers: 1. although 2. heritage 3. However
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