E-bikes are bikes that can go by themselves because they have a battery. But, some of these batteries are not good and can catch fire. This is scary because the fire can grow fast and be hard to stop. People are trying to make rules so that only good batteries are used. But, there are still many e-bikes with bad batteries.
Some places are making new rules to keep everyone safe. For example, in China and New York City, e-bikes have to meet special safety rules. They are also thinking about safe places to charge the batteries so they don't catch fire. It's important to be careful but not too scared. If we do things right, e-bikes can be safe and fun for everyone.
Original news source: Why the e-bike boom is raising fire fears (BBC)
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Warm-up Activities:
– Charades
Instructions: Divide the class into two teams. Write down e-bike related words or phrases on small pieces of paper and put them in a bowl. One student from each team will take turns picking a paper and acting out the word or phrase without speaking. The team members must guess what it is within a certain time limit. The team with the most correct guesses wins.
– Vocabulary Pictionary
Instructions: Divide the class into pairs. Give each pair a piece of paper and a marker. One student will pick an e-bike related word or phrase and draw it without speaking. The other student must guess what it is based on the drawing. They can use English words or gestures to communicate. The pair with the most correct guesses wins.
– Keyword Hangman
Instructions: Write a sentence related to e-bikes on the board but replace some of the key words with blanks. Divide the class into pairs. One student from each pair will come to the front and guess a letter. If the letter is in the sentence, write it in the correct blank. If the letter is not in the sentence, draw part of a hangman. The student has 5 chances to guess the sentence correctly. The pair with the most correct guesses wins.
– Pros and Cons
Instructions: Divide the class into small groups. Give each group a sheet of paper and ask them to make a list of the pros and cons of using e-bikes. They should discuss and write down as many points as they can think of. After a few minutes, each group will share their lists with the class. Encourage the students to use complete sentences and practice speaking in English during the discussion.
– Two Truths and a Lie
Instructions: Have each student think of two true statements and one false statement related to e-bikes. They should write them down on a piece of paper. Each student will take turns sharing their statements with the class. The rest of the class must guess which statement is the lie. This activity encourages students to practice speaking in English and learn new vocabulary related to e-bikes.
π€ Comprehension Questions:
An e-bike is a bike that can go by itself because it has a battery.
It is scary because the fire can grow fast and be hard to stop.
People are trying to make rules so that only good batteries are used.
China and New York City have special safety rules for e-bikes.
They are also thinking about safe places to charge the batteries so they don't catch fire.
It is important to be careful with e-bikes so that we can stay safe and have fun.
Yes, e-bikes can be safe and fun if we do things right.
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E-bikes are bikes that can go by themselves because they a battery. But, some of these batteries are not and can catch fire. This is scary because the fire can grow fast and be hard to stop. are trying to rules so that only good batteries are used. But, there are still many e-bikes with bad batteries. Some places are new rules to keep everyone safe. For example, in and New York City, e-bikes have to meet special safety rules. They are also thinking about safe places to charge the batteries so they don't catch fire. It's to be but not too scared. If we do things right, e-bikes can be safe and fun for everyone.
π¬ Discussion Questions:
1. What is an e-bike?
2. How would you feel if you saw a bike catch fire?
3. Do you like e-bikes? Why or why not?
4. What do you think are some ways to make e-bikes safer?
5. Have you ever ridden an e-bike? How was it?
6. Do you think it's important to have rules for e-bikes? Why or why not?
7. What do you think are some dangers of using e-bikes with bad batteries?
8. How would you feel if you had to charge an e-bike battery in a special place?
9. Do you think e-bikes can be safe and fun for everyone? Why or why not?
10. What are some things you can do to be careful while riding an e-bike?
11. How would you feel if you saw someone riding an e-bike with a bad battery?
12. What do you think are some benefits of using e-bikes?
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