Verb Be in Action: Describing Yourself and Your World

Every day, we introduce ourselves and share where we come from. The verb be helps us describe our nationality, identity, and background. Mastering verb be in sentences like "I am from..." and "They are from..." allows us to talk about our origin and make connections with people from different countries. Let's explore how using verb be can help us describe ourselves and others more clearly, especially when talking about nationality!

Mission 1. Nationality Explorer Map

You are a young explorer traveling the world to meet new friends! In this mission, your task is to discover where people are from and what we call people from different countries. Write at least 7 the correct pair next to each other. You may use a dictionary, map, or globe if needed! Countries: Japan, England, South Korea, Indonesia, Australia, Egypt, Spain, India, Brazil, France, The United States, China, Thailand, Italy, Germany, Malaysia Nationalities: German, Malaysian, Egyptian, American, Chinese, Indonesian, French, English, South Korean, Spanish, Indian, Italian, Thai, Japanese, Brazilian, Australian

Mission 2. Global Connections

Read the dialogue carefully, paying attention to key details such as names, countries, nationalities, hobbies, and how the verb be (am, is, are) is used in conversation. Then, complete the sentences by filling in the blanks with the correct information from the dialogue. Finally, use the information from the dialogue to write a short description of one of the characters. Dina: Hello there! You look new. What's your name? Kenji: Hi! I'm Kenji. I just moved here last week. Dina: Nice to meet you, Kenji. Where are you from? Kenji: I'm from Japan. I lived in Tokyo with my family. Dina: Wow, that's far! So, you are Japanese? Kenji: Yes, I am. I'm proud of my culture. Dina: That's really cool. I've seen Japanese art before. Do you like drawing or painting? Kenji: Not really. I enjoy making origami. It's a paper-folding art from Japan. Dina: Oh! I've heard of that. You fold paper into animals, right? Kenji: Yes, I do! I can make cranes, frogs, and even flowers. It's relaxing for me. Dina: That's awesome. When do you usually do origami? Kenji: I usually do it after school while listening to music. Sometimes on weekends too. Dina: That sounds fun. How old are you, by the way? Kenji: I'm 13 years old. What about you? Dina: Same! I'm 13 too. My name is Dina, and I'm from Indonesia. Kenji: Nice! So you're Indonesian. What's your hobby? Dina: I like drawing comics. I love making characters and stories. Kenji: That's so cool! Maybe one day we can make a comic with origami characters. Dina: That would be amazing! Complete the sentences: His name is _____________________. He is from _____________________. He is _____________________ (nationality). His hobby is _____________________. He usually does it _____________________ and _____________________. He is _____________________ years old. Dina is from _____________________ and she is _____________________. Dina likes _____________________.

Mission 3. Guess the Country and Nationality!

Look at the pictures below. Each picture shows a person and a flag that tells you where they are from. Your task is to guess the name of the country and the correct nationality, then write full sentences using verb be.

Mission 4. Perfecting Sentences with Verb Be!

Let's build strong English sentences using the correct verb be! Read the subject and choose the correct verb (am or is), then complete each sentence. a. I _____ from Indonesia. b. She _____ 13 years old. c. He _____ Korean. d. I _____ a student. e. It _____ a flag of Brazil. f. He _____ from Egypt. g. She _____ a dancer. h. I _____ proud of my culture.

Mission 5. Crafting Simple Sentences!

Now it's your turn to use what you've learned! In this mission, you will write five simple sentences using am or is. You can write about yourself, your friends, or even an imaginary person. Use your creativity. Examples: I am a student. She is my best friend. He is from Mexico. It is a famous flag. I am proud of my culture. Your Sentences: 1. ……………………………………………….. 2. ……………………………………………….. 3. ……………………………………………….. 4. ……………………………………………….. 5. ………………………………………………..

Mission 6. Check the Facts!

Work in pair or discuss it with your friends. Read the conversation between two students. After reading, check the statements below and decide if they are TRUE or FALSE based on the information in the dialogue. Rani: Hi! You must be new here. What's your name? Amir: Hello! Yes, I am. My name is Amir. Rani: Nice to meet you, Amir. Where are you from? Amir: I'm from Egypt. My family and I just moved here last month. Rani: Wow! Egypt sounds amazing. So, you're Egyptian, right? Amir: Yes, I am. And you? Rani: I'm Rani. I'm from Indonesia. I live near the school. I walk here every day. Amir: That's nice. I live close too. I usually ride my bike. Rani: What do you like to do in your free time? Amir: I like drawing buildings and cityscapes. I want to be an architect someday. Rani: That's a great dream! I love singing. I sing every day after school, especially traditional songs. Amir: That's cool! Do you sing in competitions? Rani: Not yet, but I want to. I'm still practicing. Amir: Keep going! Maybe one day I'll draw a concert stage and you'll sing on it! Rani: That would be awesome! Statement Check! 1. Amir is from Egypt. (….) 2. Rani is Egyptian. (….) 3. Amir just moved to the area this week. (….) 4. Rani walks to school every day. (….) 5. Amir usually goes to school by car. (….) 6. Amir likes drawing buildings and wants to be an architect. (….) 7. Rani sings traditional songs after school. (….) 8. Rani has joined many singing competitions. (….) 9. Amir encourages Rani to keep practicing. (….) 10. Rani and Amir are both interested in music. (….)

Mission 7. Building Comprehension Skills

Read the short story carefully and then answer the questions that follow. Be sure to provide complete sentences in your responses, and support your answers with information directly from the story. This will help you practice comprehension and develop your ability to explain ideas clearly using the text as evidence. A Day at the Zoo Last Saturday, I went to the zoo with my best friend Sarah. We were really excited because we had planned the trip for weeks. We arrived early in the morning, just when the zoo opened, so we had plenty of time to explore. The weather was perfect—sunny, with a cool breeze. We started our adventure at the lion's den. When we got there, the lions were resting under a tree, but we could still see them clearly through the glass. They looked peaceful, but I knew that they could be very fierce if they wanted to. After watching the lions for a while, we headed to the elephant enclosure. The elephants were having a great time playing with water. One of them sprayed water all over the place with its trunk, and we both laughed. We took some pictures of the elephants and moved on to the monkey house. There were many monkeys jumping around and playing with each other. It was fun to watch them swing from branch to branch. Sarah and I both agreed that the monkeys were the funniest animals at the zoo. Around noon, we decided to have lunch. We found a spot near the giraffe and zebra exhibit, where we could sit and enjoy our sandwiches. The giraffes were eating leaves from the tall trees, and the zebras were walking around calmly. After lunch, we visited the reptile house and saw snakes, lizards, and turtles. Sarah was a little scared of the snakes, but I thought they were fascinating. The day ended with us watching the penguins swim in their pool, sliding across the ice. We both had such a great time and agreed that we should come back to the zoo soon. I can't wait for our next visit! Answer the questions below: 1. Who did the writer go to the zoo with? 2. What did they see at the elephant enclosure? 3. When did they go to the zoo? 4. Where did they have lunch? 5. Why did the writer think the monkeys were the funniest animals at the zoo? 6. How did the lions behave when the writer visited them?

Mission 8. Partner Q&A

Work with a partner and choose one topic from the list below. After selecting your topic, create one clear and relevant question based on that topic. Once you've crafted your question, ask your partner and listen carefully to their response. This mission will help you practice asking questions and engaging in meaningful conversation. Topic: Topic 1: A famous person Topic 2: A country or place Topic 3: A hobby Topic 4: A school activity or event Topic 5: Favorite singer Example questions: Topic: My favorite hobby Who do you enjoy doing your hobby with? What is your favorite hobby? When do you usually do it? Where do you do your hobby? Why do you like it? How do you practice it?

Mission 9. Evaluating Statements

Read the story carefully. After reading, evaluate each statement and determine whether it is TRUE or FALSE based on the information provided in the text. A Visit to the Museum Last weekend, I visited the history museum with my cousin Mark. We were both excited because we love learning about the past. We arrived in the morning and went straight to the Ancient Egypt section. There, we saw many fascinating things, including mummies and statues of ancient gods. I was amazed by how well-preserved everything was! After that, we moved to the medieval section, where we saw armor, swords, and shields. Mark really liked the swords, while I was more interested in the ancient artwork on the walls. For lunch, we sat at the museum café. We had sandwiches and cold drinks while talking about the exhibits we'd seen so far. After lunch, we explored the section about the Renaissance. We saw beautiful paintings and sculptures, and I was especially excited to see a painting by Leonardo da Vinci! Mark didn't know much about the Renaissance, so I explained some things to him. We spent a few more hours in the museum, and then we went home, feeling happy and inspired. It was a great day, and we agreed to visit another museum next month!