In 2026, a new word called 'maxxing' became very popular. It comes from 'maximizing' and means doing something a lot. Many people in America started using this word. They use it for things like exercising or eating healthy. Kids use 'maxxing' to show they are trying their best at something.
People on the internet talk about 'maxxing' too. For example, they say 'proteinmaxxing' when they eat lots of protein. A person talks about 'looksmaxxing,' which means looking very nice. This word was used in different ways before, but now it is very famous. It's a fun way to say you are trying hard.
Original news source: Maxxing selected as Dictionary.com word of the year – BBC News (BBC)
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1. Show a picture and ask what it is.
2. Have students say their favorite sports.
3. Clap hands and count to ten.
4. Sing a simple song with actions.
5. Play a game of 'Simon says.'
🤔 Comprehension Questions:
– 'Maxxing' became popular in
– 'Maxxing' means doing something as much as possible.
– It became popular in America.
– People use 'maxxing' for doing things like exercising or eating healthy.
– Influencers on social media talk a lot about 'maxxing.'
– 'Proteinmaxxing' is when people eat lots of protein.
– 'Looksmaxxing' means trying to look very attractive.
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In 2026, a new word called 'maxxing' became very . It comes from 'maximizing' and means doing a lot. Many people in America started using this word. They use it for things like exercising or eating healthy. Kids use 'maxxing' to they are trying their best at something. on the internet about 'maxxing' too. For example, they say 'proteinmaxxing' when they eat lots of protein. A talks about 'looksmaxxing,' which means very nice. This word was used in different before, but now it is very famous. It's a fun way to say you are .
💬 Discussion Questions:
1. What do you like to do a lot?
2. Why do you think eating healthy is good?
3. Can you name a game where you try your best?
4. Who is your favorite person on TV?
5. What do you like to eat for breakfast?
6. Is it important to try hard in school?
7. How do you feel when you finish a fun game?
8. What kind of music do you like?
9. How do you become strong like a superhero?
10. What is your favorite thing to do outside?
11. What makes you feel happy?
12. Do you like trying new foods? Why or why not?
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