Introduction

The subject of this lesson is 'Young local heroes'.
You're going to speak, listen, read and write about heroic acts.

Looking at superheroes, they appeal to our imagination. But what about local heroes. We compare and contrast two young people who are considered to be heroes by their communities. These are every day stories that could happen to anyone. But would you have the presence of mind to do what these young people did? Let's find out.

This lesson contains 7 steps and an evaluation.
Work them through step by step.

Step	Activity
	Introduction	Read the introduction.
Step 1	Speaking	Answer questions about heroic acts. Compare with your partner. Think of three reasons about children who perform a heroic act.
Step 2	Listening	Listen to the audio and do the exercise.
Step 3	Words	Read the definitions and fill in the crossword.
Step 4	Reading	Read two articles about your heroes. Study two pictures. Answer statements. Give four reasons about a bravery award.
Step 5	Grammar	Theory about mixed conditionals. Three exercises about mixed conditionals. Complete sentences and read Grammar Desks.
Step 6	Writing	Make a list of five big decisions. Write a short paragraph (about 200 words) and use mixed conditional sentences.
Step 7	Task	Write a story about a local hero. Use the notes given.
	Evaluation	Reflecting on what you have learned.

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