Planning a road trip

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Our Agenda1. Agenda2. Objectives3. Introductions 4. Activity 1: Discussion 5. Activity 2: Vocabulary review6. Activity 3: Dialogue7. Activity 4: Tips about planning your next road trip8. Activity 5: Case studies9. Activity 6: Dictation10. Reflection

Workshop Objectives

1. To learn 8 new words related to planning a road trip

2. To learn tips about planning a road trip

Introductions…

What is your name?

What is your country of origin?

Discussion

Activity 1

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ReflectionWhat do you enjoy most about the summer?

What dangers exist in the summer?

What advice do you have about staying safe in the summer?

Let’s review vocabulary related to summer safety

Activity 2

Activity one: Vocabulary Review

Member of a nationut

hit the road

on the same page

wing itgo with the flow

attraction

Itinerary budget

a trip taken by car to leave your destinationto be in agreement

a plan for your money to do something without a plan

a travel schedule

a place to see on vacation

road trip

to be flexible

Activity two: Fill-in-the-blank

1. So we are ___________________. We agree to leave at 7:00 in the morning.

2. We don’t need a plan. We are just going to _____________________ .

3. What is your ___________________ for your trip to Dauphin?

4. What __________________ will we see in Calgary?

5. Can I see the ___________________? I need to know what time we are leaving.

6. What time are you going to ____________________ in the morning?

7. Tom is very easy to get along with. He just ______________________ .

8. Taking the plane is ok, but I really prefer ______________________ .

wing itattractionsroad trips goes with the flow

hit the road itinerary budgeton the same page

Listen!What tips does Alicia learn about summer safety?

Activity 3

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Listen to a dialogue:

Johanna

Johanna

Alicia

Johanna

Alicia

Johanna

Alicia

AliciaSo, what are your plans for the long weekend?

We are thinking about taking a road trip to Dauphin.

That sounds great! Are you going to see any attractions?

Yes, the scenery out there is beautiful.

What is your budget for this trip?

Sounds great! What do you have planned once you get out there?

I don’t know, I think we are going to wing it!

I don’t know exactly, but Jon and I are each going to play half.

Yeah, sometimes it is good to just go with the flow.Johanna

AliciaSo, I guess you don’t have an itinerary?

Listen to a dialogue:

Johanna

Alicia

Johanna

Alicia

Johanna

Alicia

Johanna

Alicia

Alicia Makes sense! Ok, let’s talk in about an hour.

The only thing we know is that we are going to hit the road at 7:00 am.

Well, at least you are both on the same page!

For sure. Hey would you like to come with us?

I think I can let you know in about an hour. I am going to meet my boss for a lunch meeting. I’ll ask her then let you know.

Itinerary? The only itinerary you have is that is that you are going to hit the road at 7:00 am!

Ok, do you know when you can let me know?

Johanna Ok, that sounds great! Call me and then I’ll tell you the itinerary.

Hey, what else do we need? We don’t want to be controlled by the clock!

That’s not a bad idea! Let me check my work schedule …

Let’s learn some tips about planning your next road trip

Activity 4

Tips for planning your road trip

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A. Before you hit the road

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1. Have a meeting to discuss details

Discuss:- Who will drive- Departure time

- budget

A. Before you hit the road

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2. Plan your route

A. Before you hit the road

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3. Plan to leave early (if possible)

To account for any

unexpected delays

A. Before you hit the road

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4. Pack your foodThis may help you save time

and money

A. Before you hit the road

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5. Check the weather forecast

A. Before you hit the road

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6. Make a list of essential items

A. Before you hit the road

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7. Review your budget

A. Before you hit the road

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8. Make sure you inspect your car

A. Before you hit the road9. Make sure you gas up!

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B. During your trip1. Provide games and books for your children

This will help

prevent boredom

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B. During your trip

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2. Change drivers if necessary

B. During your trip3. Take time to see attractions

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During your trip

4. Don’t speed

A speeding ticket will slow you down and

cost you money

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B. During your trip

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5. Clean your vehicle and re-organize for your return trip

Let’s now consider some scenarios. What could they do better?

Activity 5

Scenario OneJon and Marybeth ran out of gas on the highway

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Scenario TwoThe Petkau family went way over budget on their last road trip.

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Scenario Three

Simbaljeet and her family were delayed on their last trip due to a flat tire

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Scenario FourAlex was too tired to drive all the way to Texas on his last road trip.

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Scenario FiveOn their last road trip, Gabriela and her family unexpectedly came across this sign. They were very late at their destination

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Dictation

Write what you hear!

Activity 6

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Dictation 1

Make a plan to pass by attractions along the way. This will make your trip more memorable and exciting

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Dictation 2

before hitting the road have a meeting with all participants.

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Dictation 3 Before you head out be sure to check the weather forecast and traffic construction delays.

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Dictation 4 Gas up before you leave and as often as necessary along the way. There are few things worse than running out of gas on the highway.

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Dictation 5 If you are tired, pull over if alone. If you have someone with you, have them drive if possible.

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Reflection

What did you learn today? 8 new words related to

planning a road trip Tips about how to plan a road

trip