In Scotland, there are new rules for stores. Sugary drinks and snacks can't be in special places. The government made this rule to help people choose good foods. These rules help people not buy too many sweet snacks. The new rules will start in October.
Some snacks can still be in special places. They can be part of meal deals, like "meal for two." But chocolates and cookies can't be at the store front. The government wants everyone to be strong and healthy. This makes shopping fun for everyone.
Original news source: What are the new rules in Scotland's supermarkets? – BBC News (BBC)
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📖 Vocabulary:
Group or Classroom Activities
Warm-up Activities:
1. Show a picture of a supermarket and ask what the students see.
2. Ask students what their favorite snack is.
3. Play a quick game where students name healthy foods.
4. Ask students if they have visited a store this week.
5. Discuss what "being healthy" means to them.
🤔 Comprehension Questions:
The government made the new rules.
Sugary drinks and snacks can't be in special places.
The new rules start in October.
The rules were made to help people pick healthy foods.
No, chocolates are not allowed at the store entrances.
Yes, meal deal snacks can be in special spots.
The government wants people to be fit and healthy.
🎧✍️ Listen and Fill in the Gaps:
In Scotland, there are new rules for stores. Sugary drinks and snacks be in special places. The made this rule to help people choose foods. These rules help people not buy too many snacks. The new rules will start in October. Some snacks can be in special places. They can be part of meal , like "meal for two." But chocolates and cookies can't be at the front. The government everyone to be strong and healthy. This makes shopping fun for everyone.
💬 Discussion Questions:
1. Why do you think choosing healthy food is important?
2. What are your favorite healthy snacks?
3. How do you feel when you eat too many sweets?
4. Do you have rules at home about snacks?
5. How do you think stores can help people eat better?
6. What do you like about supermarkets?
7. Do you enjoy shopping for food?
8. How can you help friends eat healthier snacks?
9. What is a "meal for two"?
10. Why do you think the government made these rules?
11. Do you like chocolates or biscuits more?
12. How can people stay fit and healthy?
Individual Activities
📖💭 Vocabulary Meanings:
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