lives, there are many other parties. Can you say some other parties? Ss discuss the parties they know. And write them down on their books.

Ⅱ. Lead-in

Learn some new words and phrases.

T: Usually before my birthday, I will make an invitation to invite my friends . Some of them accept my invitation, they can come to my party. But some turn down my invitation because they are not available. I'm looking forward to hearing from you if you have parties. Then I will be very happy.

Ⅲ.Reading

1. T: Here David is going to hold a party for his teacher Ms. Steen. He made an invitation. Some students accept it, but some students turn down it.

Ss read the passage quickly and match the reasons with each message. Check the answers with the Ss.

2. T: Look ! There are five questions. This time you should read the passage a little more carefully. Then answer the questions. Ss read carefully and try to answer the questions. Check the answers with the class

3. Read the messages carefully and finish the tasks. Write down more phrases. Talk about some sentences and phrases.

4. Fill in the blanks with the right words. Then check each other. Read it

5. T: Nowadays, it's very popular to have a house warming party when someone moves into his/her new house. The passage below is an invitation of a housewarming party. Read the invitation and complete the blanks with the words and phrases from the message on Page 69. Let some Students write their answers on the blackboard. check answers. Read it.

Ⅳ. After reading

1. Listen and answer questions. Then read it.

2. Pair work. Imagine one of your favorite teachers is leaving. Plan a party for him/her. Answer the questions with a partner.

A: Our favorite teacher ...is leaving. Let's play a party for him/her. B：...

A: When is the best time to have the party? B: ...