Young World 1, Unit 1: You and Me
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This is the introductory unit of the Klett program taught in the first year of learning English in third grade. Due to the basic level, the unit covers only very general terms and ideas including: families from around the world, English-speaking countries, flags from other countries and descriptions of people. Here are some suggestions for native English speakers to delve deeper into this theme:
Books About Many Countries
The Flag Book, Lonely Planet Kids
Provides information on the colors, designs and images of the flags of all the countries of the world.
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This is My World, Lonely Planet Kids
Meet kids from 84 countries around the world from Australia to Africa. See where they live and what they do.
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This Is How We Do It: One Day in the Lives of Seven Kids from around the World, by Matt LaMothe
Aimed at younger readers, this book shares the stories of 7 different children from 7 very different parts of the world, A nice introduction to similarities and difference as seen through the eyes of a child. (NC 620L) what is this?
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How Much?: Visiting Markets Around the World, Ted Lewin
An introduction to how people in four different continents buy, sell and barter goods.
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Books on Specific Countries
It’s great to learn a little bit about a lot of countries, but it is also important to go deeper and learn more about just one place.
The Story of Ireland, by Brendan O’Brien
A great introduction to Irish history written and illustrated for young readers. In just about 100 pages, readers are taken from the Prehistoric Time in Ireland through Modern Day. Easy to read and full of fun facts.
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My Country by Dorothea Mackellar & Andrew McLean
The story, written in the form of a poem, explores the homesick feelings of a young woman who has traveled extensively with her family in Australia. It shows how to appreciate all the little things that make a place home.
All About the Philippines: Stories, Songs, Crafts and Games for Kids, by Gidget Roceles Jimenez
This children’s book includes the history, culture and daily life of families living in the Philippines today. (Lexile 1050L) what is this?
Supplemental Materials
Extension Booklet
An extension booklet covering grammar and spelling has been designed to be used with this unit. Available by contacting Theresa Jäger at [email protected].
Describing Emotions
When we describe ourselves or other people, we usually start with how we look. But a really good description tells how a person FEELS as well. This fabulous emotion wheel by Geoffrey Roberts is a great way to find some precise words to use when telling or writing about a person or a character in a book. Print this chart and hang it on the door of the refrigerator or the bathroom mirror for a week or two.
