IGCSE Speaking
IELTS Prep Course

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

Week 35: Healthy lifestyles

IELTS Band 5 - 6

QTS ALIGNED Teacher Lesson Plan Healthy lifestyles

Learning Objectives

WALT (We Are Learning To)Discuss healthy lifestyles, explain habits, stress, and balanced routines in speaking.

Success Criteria

WILF (What I'm Looking For)Explain causes, give solutions, compare lifestyle choices, and use simple advice.

Support (Band 5.0 Target)

Use the frame: A healthy routine helps me because ___. Add one habit and one result.

Stretch (Band 6.0+ Target)

Explain how study pressure, sleep, and exercise affect wellbeing.
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 Healthy lifestyles
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: healthy lifestyles
1 Can you tell me something about how you stay healthy during school weeks?
Yes, I try to walk after dinner and sleep before midnight. Usually, homework makes this difficult, but I still plan short breaks. For example, I stretch for five minutes between study tasks.
Your Answer
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2 Can you tell me about a time when you changed a health habit, and what it was like?
Last month, I stopped using my phone right before sleep. At first, it felt boring because I wanted to check messages. After a week, I slept faster and felt better in morning class.
Your Answer
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3 Do you think schools should teach students how to live healthily? Why?
Yes, I think, schools should teach healthy living. This is because, many teenagers study for long hours and forget rest. For example, a short lesson about sleep can help students make better choices.
Your Answer
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Section 2
Weekly Grammar Point
4 MIN
Keep

Cause, Effect and Solution Sentences

Grammar

Cause explains why a problem happens, effect explains the result, and solution gives a way to improve it. These three parts make health advice clear.

Example

Too much sugar causes tiredness, so choose fruit instead.

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

Gentle Advice Intonation

👂 Listen: Use a calm falling voice for advice, so it sounds helpful, not bossy.

🗣️ Practise: Practise softly, You should rest earlier. You could walk after dinner.

Section 4
Vocabulary Table
4 MIN
Keep
Wellness健康状态 / 身心健康 Nounadj.welladv.well
Routine日常安排 / 惯例 Nounadj.routine
Self-discipline自律 Nounadj.self-disciplined
Stress压力 Nounadj.stressfuladv.stressfullyv.stress · stressed
Sleep-deprived睡眠不足的 Adjective
Preventive预防性的 Adjectiven.preventionadv.preventivelyv.prevent · prevented
Prevention预防RECYCLED Nounadj.preventiveadv.preventivelyv.prevent · prevented
Professional专业的RECYCLED Adjectiven.professionadv.professionallyv.professionalise · professionalised
Idiom 1: Take care of yourself — 照顾好自己 ExplanationLook after your body and mind. ExampleBefore exams, my mother always tells me to take care of myself.
Idiom 2: Burn out — 身心俱疲 ExplanationBecome very tired because of too much work or stress. ExampleStudents may burn out if they study late every night.
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Section 5
Shadowing Text
8 MIN
Cut in Lab Mode

Adapted from the Cambridge IGCSE ESL Coursebook

For many teenagers, a healthy lifestyle starts with small choices. For example, a simple routine (日常安排 / 惯例) can include breakfast, walking, homework breaks, and sleep. However, school stress (压力) can make students feel too busy to rest. When exams are near, some learners forget to take care of yourself (照顾好自己) properly. In my view, real wellness (健康状态 / 身心健康) means looking after both body and mind. Also, self-discipline (自律) helps students stop scrolling and go to bed earlier. If students build calm habits, they can study with more energy. Overall, health is not one big change; it is many small actions.

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Section 6
Part 2 Question and Model Answer
15 MIN
Keep

SITUATION Your year group is choosing one activity to help students build a healthier lifestyle. You are considering the following options:

OPTION A a morning exercise challenge
OPTION B a sleep and study planning workshop

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 support healthier student habits.
OPTION A On one hand, a morning exercise challenge can help sleep-deprived (睡眠不足的) students feel more awake. However, some students may arrive late or feel too tired. Although exercise is healthy, it may not solve the main sleep problem.
OPTION B On the other hand, a planning workshop teaches preventive (预防性的) habits before students become exhausted. Also, it connects sleep, homework, and prevention (预防) in a clear way. If students plan earlier, they may need less professional (专业的) health advice later.
PREFERENCE I would choose, the planning workshop. REASON The main reason is, it can help students avoid burn out (身心俱疲) during exam months.
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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 sleep for teenagers who study for long hours?
Model Answer
OPINION In my opinion, sleep is extremely important for busy teenagers. REASON This is because, when students become sleep-deprived (睡眠不足的), their memory and mood can suffer. EXAMPLE / EXTENSION For example, a student who sleeps late may forget easy words in class.
Your Answer
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2 Some people say self-discipline is the key to a healthy lifestyle. What do you think?
Model Answer
OPINION I partly agree, self-discipline helps a healthy lifestyle. REASON The reason is, if students have self-discipline (自律), they can stop phone use earlier. EXAMPLE / EXTENSION For instance, they may finish homework, pack their bag, and sleep before midnight.
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 could happen if students ignore stress for a long time?
Model Answer
OPINION I think, ignoring stress can become dangerous over time. REASON This is because, when stress (压力) stays high, students may lose sleep and patience. EXAMPLE / EXTENSION For example, they may argue with family or feel too tired to exercise.
Your Answer
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4 How important is wellness education in schools?
Model Answer
OPINION In my view, wellness education is important in schools. REASON This is because, when students learn how body and mind connect, they handle pressure more calmly. EXAMPLE / EXTENSION For example, a weekly lesson could support wellness (健康状态 / 身心健康) through sleep tips, exercise, and simple food choices during a short class talk.
Your Answer
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Section 10
Exit Ticket
4 MIN
Keep

🎯 Fix the Error: Choose the best cause, effect, or solution phrase for each health sentence.

  • 1. ______ students sleep late, they feel tired. (When / But)
  • 2. ______ they may find homework harder. (As a result / Although)
  • 3. ______ this, they should plan rest earlier. (To solve / However)

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 (Cause, Effect and Solution Sentences).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. When 2. As a result 3. To solve
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