初中 英语 人教版（2024） 八年级上册Unit 4 Amazing Plants and Animals Section A (2a-2e)课件

Unit4Amazing Plants and Animals1. talk about an amazing plant-bamboo.2. go on to learn the information of the superlative degree.3. learn the cultural significance of bamboo in China.I’m one of the fastest-growing plants. I can grow one metre in one day.I’m one of the most useful plants in the world.I’m the most delicious food for pandas.I’m one of the most popular subjects in Chinese painting.What does this video talk about?What are the uses of bamboo?usesbuilding materialsmaking furniturefood sourcehandicrafts(工艺品)paper-makingmusical instruments...Question: Recently, Chen Jie bought a folding fan in Sichuan. Can you guess what Chen Jie and Ella talked about regarding the content on the fan?What is it on the fan?Where did you buy it?Why do people paint it on the fan?...Ella: Oh, what’s that, Chen Jie? It’s so beautiful!Chen Jie: Thanks. It’s a folding fan. I bought it last year.Ella: Oh! It has a painting of bamboo on it.Chen Jie: Yeah. Bamboo is one of the most popular subjects in Chinese paintings. It’s a _________ of goodness in Chinese culture.Ella: I didn’t know that before. So, where did you get that fan?Chen Jie: At the Bamboo Sea in Sichuan, the ________and________bamboo forest in China. I learnt lots of interesting things when I was there.Ella: Really? Like what?Chen Jie: Well, bamboo is one of the fastest-growing plants. Some bamboo can grow almost one metre in one day. Also, it’s one of the ____________ plants in the world. People can use it to build houses and make tools and instruments.Ella: Oh, that’s interesting. I remember pandas love to eat bamboo too, right?Chen Jie: Exactly! Actually we eat bamboo shoots too. They’re really delicious.symbollargestoldestmost usefulElla: Oh, what’s that, Chen Jie? It’s so beautiful!Chen Jie: Thanks. It’s a folding fan. I bought it last year.Ella: Oh! It has a painting of bamboo on it.Chen Jie: Yeah. Bamboo is one of the most popular subjects in Chinese paintings. It’s a symbol of goodness in Chinese culture.Ella: I didn’t know that before. So, where did you get that fan?Chen Jie: At the Bamboo Sea in Sichuan, the largest and oldest bamboo forest in China. I learnt lots of interesting things when I was there.Ella: Really? Like what?Chen Jie: Well, bamboo is one of the fastest-growing plants. Some bamboo can grow almost one metre in one day. Also, it’s one of the most useful plants in the world. People can use it to build houses and make tools and instruments.Ella: Oh, that’s interesting. I remember pandas love to eat bamboo too, right?Chen Jie: Exactly! Actually we eat bamboo shoots too. They’re really delicious.Ella: Oh, what’s that, Chen Jie? It’s so beautiful!Chen Jie: Thanks. It’s a folding fan. I bought it last year.Ella: Oh! It has a painting of bamboo on it.Chen Jie: Yeah. Bamboo is one of the most popular subjects in Chinese paintings. It’s a symbol of goodness in Chinese culture.Ella: I didn’t know that before. So, where did you get that fan?Chen Jie: At the Bamboo Sea in Sichuan, the largest and oldest bamboo forest in China. I learnt lots of interesting things when I was there.Ella: Really? Like what?Chen Jie: Well, bamboo is one of the fastest-growing plants. Some bamboo can grow almost one metre in one day. Also, it’s one of the most useful plants in the world. People can use it to build houses and make tools and instruments.Ella: Oh, that’s interesting. I remember pandas love to eat bamboo too, right?Chen Jie: Exactly! Actually we eat bamboo shoots too. They’re really delicious.Ella: Oh, what’s that, Chen Jie? It’s so beautiful!Chen Jie: Thanks. It’s a folding fan. I bought it last year.Ella: Oh! It has a painting of bamboo on it.Chen Jie: Yeah. Bamboo is one of the most popular subjects in Chinese paintings. It’s a symbol of goodness in Chinese culture.Ella: I didn’t know that before. So, where did you get that fan?Chen Jie: At the Bamboo Sea in Sichuan, the largest and oldest bamboo forest in China. I learnt lots of interesting things when I was there.Ella: Really? Like what?Chen Jie: Well, bamboo is one of the fastest-growing plants. Some bamboo can grow almost one metre in one day. Also, it’s one of the most useful plants in the world. People can use it to build houses and make tools and instruments.Ella: Oh, that’s interesting. I remember pandas love to eat bamboo too, right?Chen Jie: Exactly! Actually we eat bamboo shoots too. They’re really delicious.Ella: Oh, what’s that, Chen Jie? It’s so beautiful!Chen Jie: Thanks. It’s a folding fan. I bought it last year.Ella: Oh! It has a painting of bamboo on it.Chen Jie: Yeah. Bamboo is one of the most popular subjects in Chinese paintings. It’s a symbol of goodness in Chinese culture.Ella: I didn’t know that before. So, where did you get that fan?Chen Jie: At the Bamboo Sea in Sichuan, the largest and oldest bamboo forest in China. I learnt lots of interesting things when I was there.Ella: Really? Like what?Chen Jie: Well, bamboo is one of the fastest-growing plants. Some bamboo can grow almost one metre in one day. Also, it’s one of the most useful plants in the world. People can use it to build houses and make tools and instruments.Ella: Oh, that’s interesting. I remember pandas love to eat bamboo too, right?Chen Jie: Exactly! Actually we eat bamboo shoots too. They’re really delicious.Ella: Oh, what’s that, Chen Jie? It’s so beautiful!Chen Jie: Thanks. It’s a folding fan. I bought it last year.Ella: Oh! It has a painting of bamboo on it.Chen Jie: Yeah. Bamboo is one of the most popular subjects in Chinese paintings. It’s a symbol of goodness in Chinese culture.Ella: I didn’t know that before. So, where did you get that fan?Chen Jie: At the Bamboo Sea in Sichuan, the largest and oldest bamboo forest in China. I learnt lots of interesting things when I was there.Ella: Really? Like what?Chen Jie: Well, bamboo is one of the fastest-growing plants. Some bamboo can grow almost one metre in one day. Also, it’s one of the most useful plants in the world. People can use it to build houses and make tools and instruments.Ella: Oh, that’s interesting. I remember pandas love to eat bamboo too, right?Chen Jie: Exactly! Actually we eat bamboo shoots too. They’re really delicious.the Bamboo Sea in Sichuanlargestoldestalmost one metregoodnesshousestoolsinstrumentspandaspeopleA: Well, bamboo has deep-rooted cultural significance in China. In Chinese culture, it's seen as a symbol of qualities like integrity, resilience, and modesty. Also, it's extremely useful. People have been using it to build houses for a long time because it's strong and durable. You can see some of these bamboo-built houses around here.B: That's amazing! I didn't know it could be used for building. Are there any other practical uses?A: Sure. We can make all kinds of daily-use items from it, such as baskets and chopsticks. And bamboo shoots are a delicious part of our cuisine. They're not only tasty but also rich in nutrients.B: Sounds great. I'm really interested in trying bamboo-shoot dishes now.A: I'm glad to hear that. There are some local restaurants nearby that serve wonderful bamboo-shoot recipes. After our tour, you can give them a try.B: Thank you so much for sharing all this interesting information.A: You're welcome. I hope you'll have a great time exploring the Bamboo Sea.What other plants have as many uses as bamboo? You can discuss with your group members and then share your answers with the class.Don't be shy! Just try!Trust yourself!Do you know The Four Gentlemen in Flowers ?1. After class, search for a plant or animal that interests you and write down its characteristics and its role in humans. Share it in the next class.2. Recite the key words and sentences of this lesson.