1、Unit 3 The art of paintingIntegrated skills(II)骆杏元 湖南省株洲市第二中学骆杏元中学一级教师株洲市高中英语学科带头人株洲市高中英语教学竞赛一等奖全国创新英语大赛特级辅导教师Writing instructions on unusual picturesInstructions are the written information for carrying out a procedure or performing a task.This type of writing is supposed to include enough details
2、so that readers can follow it easily.Definition of instructionTitle:Making a seashell picture A short introduction Things you need Procedures(4 steps involved)ConclusionStructure analysis Matters needing attentionStructure of an instructionA list of materials and tools required Sequentially ordered
3、stepsInstructionA conclusion that signals completion of the task A specific and precise titleAn introduction with background information 1.Use short and simple sentencesEffective instruction is simple.Dont use long,involved sentences.Instead,use short,clear sentences.Language features 2.Use imperati
4、ve mood Instructions should be full of active,descriptive words.Start your steps with action verbs.This gives the reader a clear action to perform.For example,use“collect a bag of seashells from the beach”instead of“a bag of seashells should be collected from the beach.”Language features 3.Address t
5、he readerWhen writing instructions,you should address the reader.Do this by using the word“you”or“your”.This helps lead the reader personally through the steps.Language features 4.Make your statements specificWhen writing instructions,be as specific as possible.Outline exactly what readers should do
6、.This includes what shapes and sizes of seashells to select,where to arrange the seashells and how to stick each seashell to the cardboard.Language features 5.Use sequence and time transitionsTransitions help connect the steps to each other.They also help relate the ideas.In instructions,you will us
7、e sequence and time transitions.This helps the reader understand the step-by-step instructions.Some common transitions are:first,next,then,finally,after,before.Language features 6.Give an example if necessaryIf you think a statement may puzzle the readers,you can give an example to illustrate.Such a
8、s“Cut the vegetables to create different parts of the face.For example,red peppers can be used to make the mouth.”Language features Making a string pictureString art is a fun,easy way to make a colourful picture by wrapping thread around pins or gluing string on the card.This is an inexpensive activ
9、ity that can add some personality to your walls.Things you need Card Thin string GlueA sample for appreciationProceduresStep 1:Use a crayon or pencil to draw the outline of a picture on the card.For example,an abstract pattern,a picture of things,a scene or a person.Step 2:Spread the glue where you
10、want to attach the string.Step 3:Paint different parts of the string.The best part about this art project is that you can hang it on your wall for decoration.But before you do,make sure you frame the string picture.A sample for appreciationThere are many things that you can use to make unusual pictures,so why not have a go at it?I am sure you will experience great fun.Concluding remarks
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