Topic: My Summer Holidays
Topic: My summer vacation
What student does not like vacation? Especially the summer holidays - the longest, the most long-awaited and usually the most exciting! Almost 100 days of pure pleasure even if you are not able to, which you have long dreamed of. You can read a lot of interesting books, wake up, go to bed at any time, walk and play with your friends and go to the sea. What is just not offered by summer!
What schoolchild doesn't like vacations? Especially the summer ones - the longest, the most long-awaited and, as usual, the most exciting! Almost 100 days of pure pleasure, even if you don't get to go on any trip you've been dreaming about. You can read a lot of interesting books, wake up later than usual, go to bed at any time, play with friends and go to the sea. What summer doesn't offer!
If you are lucky enough to go somewhere and experience a different environment, you are lucky! But, in any case, summer holidays are always a great way to take a break from busy school and extracurricular work, tight schedules and heavy workloads.
I always use summer holidays that I need for my future studies. I improve my English, read literature and some historical materials. This work brings benefit and pleasure: reading books and listening to English songs, watching documentaries and training your memory while memorizing some verses, English phrases or dates. I am glad that my mother has taught me to do it easily and without any nervous tension. If you treat this work as a game or an amusement you can enjoy a part of the summer and facilitate for your future busy learning season.
I always use the summer to work lightly on the subjects I need for my future studies. I study English, read literature and history. This kind of work brings both benefits and pleasure: reading books and listening to English songs, watching documentaries and training your memory by memorizing some poems, English phrases or dates. I'm glad that my mother taught me to do this easily and without nervous tension. If you treat such work as a game or entertainment, then you can spend part of the summer well and profitably and make the future busy school season easier.
This year my family and I spent ten days at the seaside in Odessa. It is a beautiful city on the coast of the Black Sea and there"s always plenty of entertainment and wonderful beaches. our relatives or in a hotel. This time we did not only beached, but also went on boat trips, visited a water park and went fishing. The weather in late June was hot and most of the time we spent near the water. In the evenings we went to a restaurant and walked along the famous promenade. Odessa is gorgeous in the evening.
This year my family and I spent 10 days in Odessa, by the sea. This is a beautiful city on the Black Sea coast and there is always a lot of entertainment and magnificent beaches. We stay with relatives or in a hotel. This time we not only spent time on the beach, but also went on boat trips, visited a water park, and went fishing. The weather at the end of June was hot and we spent most of our time near the water. In the evening we went to restaurants and walked along the famous embankment. Odessa is magnificent in the evening.
In July I was in the country house with my grandparents. The terrain is very beautiful here: the lake, the fields, a lot of trees. The garden is planted with fruit trees, and there are a lot of vegetables. In the nearby village one can buy fresh milk and eggs. If there were the Internet and TV, it would be possible to spend the entire summer in the village. Unfortunately, the summer house is far from the city and we have to get there by train or a shuttle bus. To my shame, I could not do without all modern conveniences for a long time and my visit lasted not more than a week.
In July I was at my grandparents' dacha. The area here is very beautiful: lake, fields, many trees. The garden has fruit trees, raspberry bushes and many vegetables. In the neighboring village you can buy fresh milk and eggs. If there was Internet and TV there, you could spend the whole summer like in a village. Unfortunately, the dacha is far from the city and you have to get there by train or shuttle bus. To my shame, I cannot go long without all modern conveniences and my visit lasted no more than a week.
In late August our friends and the family made a trip to Bulgaria. It was a wonderful time. Several excursions to the small towns on the coast, a lot of delicious food and, of course, a beach holiday. We stayed in a magnificent hotel with its beautiful grounds, excellent cuisine and entertainment. I met a few guys from other countries and we had fun on the beach and in the evening. With some of them now I correspond and we plan to meet next year.
There are many national holidays in the world, when people all over the country do not work and have special celebrations. For example in Russia the major holidays are: New Year's Day, Victory Day. The first holiday of the year is New Year's Day. People see the new year in at midnight on the 31st of December. They greet the new year with champagne and listen to the Kremlin chimes beating 12 o"clock. There are lots of New Year traditions in Russia. In every home there is a New Year tree glittering with colored lights and decorations. Children always wait for Father Frost to come and give them a present. Many people consider New Year's Day to be a family holiday. But the young prefer to have New Year parties of their own. The greatest national holiday in our country is Victory Day. On the 9th of May, 1945, the Soviet Army and its allies defeated completely the German fascists and the Second World War ended. A lot of guests from different countries of the world came to Moscow to participate in the celebrations. There are fewer public holidays in Great Britain than in other European countries. They are: Christmas Day, New Year's Day, Easter Monday, Spring Bank Holiday. Public holidays in Britain arc called bank holidays, because the banks as well as most of the offices and shops are closed. The most popular holiday is Christmas. Every year the people of Norway give the city of London a present. It"s a big Christmas tree and it stands in Trafalgar Square. Central streets are beautifully decorated. The fun starts the night before, on the 24th of December. Traditionally this is the day when people decorate their trees. Children hang stockings at the end of their beds, hoping that Father Christmas will come down the chimney during the night and fill them with toys and sweets. New Year's Day is less popular in Britain than Christmas. But in Scotland, Hogmanay is the biggest festival of the year. Besides public holidays there are some special festivals in Great Britain. There are also smaller, local festivals in Britain. Now a few words about holidays in Brazil. The most important event in brazil - this a festival in Rio-de-Janeiro, which passes each year at the end of February the beginning of March. are special schools, which train the people to dance Samba and Lambada. Each of these schools exposes on a holiday about 4000 dancers and 300 drummers. Other important event in Brazil in the year is ancient religious holiday MACUMBA, which is celebrated by Brazilian in the new year eve. During this holiday on sand of a beach KOPACABANA people place drinks and meals and light candles thirsted in sand. People in the midnight throw in the water their gifts and if the ocean takes them, the year will be successful, but if it throws out on a coast, the year will not present. In the different countries according to their traditions and history, there is a set of various national holidays. But there is one thing, which units all of them: a holiday is always fun and pleasure.Undoubtedly, all schoolchildren are so eagerly waiting for their holidays to come. In Russia school holidays, or as they are called school breaks, occur four times a year: in spring, in autumn, in winter and in summer. It is a brilliant opportunity to take some rest from your studies, to gather new strength and to revise the material learned.
The summer vacation is the longest break in the school year. So, in Russia schoolchildren usually have 3 months break from school during summer. This starts in June and ends in the end of August. Summer vacations always revive the best memories in our mind. It is the time for travelling, fun and pleasure. People usually spend much time out in the open air as the weather is fine. Sometimes they leave town for the country and have a wonderful time there swimming, sunbathing and playing different games. Most people go to the seaside and recharge their energy for the whole year. As far as I am concerned, I like to catch beautiful sunsets at the beach, look at the stars and listen to the murmur of the sea waves. If I stay in Rostov, I meet my friends and we try to arrange something interesting. We often go to the movies and concerts, dine out at the open-air cafes and go roller-skating.
The autumn vacation usually lasts for a week. Schoolchildren usually spend most of their time at home because the weather is usually cold and rainy. They play computer games, watch TV, read books or listen to music. But if it is “Indian summer”, people enjoy warm and quiet weather. In this case one can walk in the park and admire the colorful beauty of autumn leaves.
The winter holidays are always much fun. Winter is a good time for skating, skiing and sledding. Children like to play snowballs or make a snowman. Besides, on the 31st of December Russian people see the old year out and see the New Year in. So, New Year's Eve is a very busy time. People attack shops stuffing their bags with presents for their relatives and friends. All shops are nicely decorated with toys, tinsel and garlands, and everywhere you can feel the spirit of the holiday. As far as I am concerned, I usually celebrate this holiday with my family and friends. On the 1st of January we usually come to see our relatives. We sing karaoke and dance.
One of the most exciting times during the year is the spring vacation. It is the time when nature awakens from its long winter sleep and the snow begins to melt. First spring flowers such as snowdrops and tulips appear everywhere. Everybody enjoys the beginning of spring. People often go for walks in the park, have picnics or sit by the lake in order to enjoy the sunshine and the natural beauty of the world. Besides, spring is a good time to revise the material learned and to prepare for exams.
School holidays
Without a doubt, all schoolchildren are looking forward to the holidays. In Russia, school holidays occur four times a year: spring, autumn, winter and summer. Vacations are an excellent opportunity to take a break from classes, gain new strength and review the completed educational material.
Summer holidays are the longest break in academic year. In Russia, schoolchildren take a break from classes during three summer months. The holidays start in June and end at the end of August. When you mention summer holidays, your best memories always come to mind. This is a time of travel, fun and pleasure. People usually spend a lot of time on outdoors because the weather is great. Sometimes they go out of town and have a great time there, swimming, sunbathing and playing various games. Many people go to the sea in the summer and are charged with positive energy for the whole year. As for me, I like to spend sunsets sitting on the seashore, looking at the stars and listening to the sound of the surf. If I stay in Rostov, then we meet with friends and try to organize something interesting. We often go to the movies and concerts, have dinner in summer outdoor cafes and roller skate.
Autumn holidays last only a week. Schoolchildren usually spend all their time at home because the weather is usually cold and rainy. They play computer games, watch TV, read books or listen to music. True, if it is “Indian summer”, then everyone enjoys the warm and calm weather. In this case, you can take a walk in the park and admire all the colors of autumn foliage.
Winter holidays are always a lot of fun. Winter is great time for skating, skiing and sledding. Children enjoy playing in the snow and making snowmen. In addition, on December 31, Russians say goodbye to the old year and celebrate the new year. New Year's Eve is a busy time. People hit the shops, filling their bags with lots of gifts for relatives and friends. All the shops are beautifully decorated with toys, tinsel and garlands, and the holiday spirit can be felt everywhere. If we talk about me, I usually celebrate this holiday with my family and friends. On the first of January of the new year we usually visit our relatives. We sing karaoke and dance.
Spring break is one of the most exciting times of the year. This is the time when nature awakens from a long winter sleep and the snow begins to melt. The first spring flowers, such as snowdrops and tulips, are appearing everywhere. Everyone is happy about the coming of spring. People often go for walks in the park, have picnics, or sit by the lake, enjoying the sunrise and the natural beauty of the universe.
1) school breaks - school holidays
2) to gather new strength – gather new strength
3) to revise the material learnt - repeat the material learned
4) spend time out in the open air - spend time in the open air
5) to leave town for the country - leave the city
6) to sunbathe on the beach f’sAnbeiG] - sunbathe on the beach
7) to go to the seaside - go to the sea coast
8) to listen to the murmur of the sea - listen to the sound of the surf
9) to dine out - to dine away from home (in a restaurant, away)
10) to go roller-skating - roller skating
11) Indian summer – Indian summer, golden autumn
12) to go skating – go skating
13) to go skiing - to go skiing
14) to go sledding – sledding
15) to play snowballs – play snowballs
16) to make a snowman - sculpt a snowman
17) snowdrop – snowdrop
18) tulip – tulip
19) sunshine – sunlight
20) lake – lake
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I guess people all over the world like holidays. During celebration time people, as a rule, visit their friends and relatives, have parties and give and receive presents. Some of the holidays have their own customs and traditions.
Holidays in Great Britain
Unfortunately, I’ve never been to England, and my desire is to visit Great Britain during Christmas celebration. The atmosphere is wonderful: there are a lot of Christmas trees everywhere; houses are decorated with candles and toys.
Christmas is celebrated at the 25th of December and is thought to be a family holiday. Children decorate their Christmas trees with lights, toys, candies, candles and looking forward to receive presents from a Santa Claus, who is believed to come down the chimney and leave gifts in children’s stockings. Both children and adults like this magnificent holiday!
Holidays in Russia
There are a lot of national holidays in Russia. I would like to tell you about Easter. So what are the symbols of this holiday? Firstly there are traditional dishes such as panted eggs, Easter cakes and paskha.
Speaking about specific Russian traditions there must be mentioned that people congratulate each other on the fest saying: “Christos Voskrese”, there is no such a tradition in English- or French-speaking countries.
My favorite holiday
My family like holidays very much because you can have fun all day long and don’t have to do anything. Our favorite holiday is a New Year’s Day. My family and I celebrate it together with relatives at the 31st of December.
Grandfather Frost and his granddaughter Snegurochka are thought to be the main characters of New Year in Russia. They deliver and give presents to small children.
At Christmas Day, together with my family we sing, dance and have fun.
I think everyone loves holidays, because on these days people spend time with loved ones, have parties and exchange gifts. Many holidays have established traditions and customs.
Holidays in the UK
Unfortunately, I have never been to England, but I would like to visit this country during the Christmas holidays. The Christmas atmosphere of the cities is enchanting: Christmas trees are decorated everywhere, houses are decorated with lights and toys.
In England, Christmas is celebrated on December 25 and is considered a family holiday. Children decorate Christmas trees with garlands, toys, candies and candles, and look forward to Santa Claus bringing them gifts. According to legend, he comes down into the house through the chimney and leaves gifts in Christmas stockings. Children and adults love this wonderful holiday!
Holidays in Russia
There are many national holidays in Russia, but I would like to talk about Easter. What are the symbols of this celebration? First of all, on festive table They serve traditional dishes: painted Easter eggs, Easter cakes and Easter cottage cheese.
It is worth mentioning the customs that are traditional specifically for Russia, for example, only Russian speakers congratulate each other with the words “Christ is Risen.” In English-speaking or French-speaking countries such a tradition does not exist.
My favorite holiday
My family loves holidays very much, because all day long you can do nothing but have fun and spend time with family and friends. Our favorite holiday is New Year. My family celebrates it with our relatives on December 31st.
The main characters of the New Year's celebration are Father Frost and his granddaughter Snegurochka. They bring and give gifts to small children. IN New Year's Eve My family and I sing, dance and have fun.
Holidays
What is the best time for schoolchildren? Holidays, of course! Autumn, winter, spring and definitely summer holidays. These are the times when you can forget about homework, school and teachers.
Usually autumn holidays are not very exciting. The weather is getting worse, it"s raining and you don"t have much opportunity to walk outside for a long time. During autumn holidays my friends and I usually spend time at each other's places playing computer games.
Winter holidays are much more interesting! I like skating and my family usually goes to the skating rink in a nearby park. Sometimes my friends and I go outside the city to the ski lodge. We rent skis and go cross-country skiing in the forest. Just before the New Year's Day a big fir tree is set in our park. It is decorated with garlands and large toys. Ice hills are also made in the park. I like going to the park with my younger sister and my friends. At New Year's night my family usually goes outside. My father and I make a fireworks display. My mother always says that it is dangerous, but we all know that she likes our fireworks. We also congratulate everyone who we meet with the New Year and they congratulate us back. I like it that people are so kind during this holiday!
The longest term is behind and spring holidays come. It is getting warm every day, streams are flowing in the streets. It is fun, but you should be careful not to slip on the spring ice and fall in a puddle! I walk with my friends, go to the cinema, ride a bike or roller-skate.
At last summer has come! The books have been taken back to the library, now other children will use them next year. Summer is my favorite season. I can wear only a T-shirt, jeans or shorts and light trainers or flip-flops. I have three months of rest which I can devote to myself and to my friends. During the first two weeks of summer holidays my family and I go to some resort. We have already been to Turkey and Egypt and this year we are going to Spain. We like sunbathing and swimming in the sea. I wish we could do this all year round!
Then we go back to the city and my sister and I go to our grandparents" country house. It is not worse than holidays at the sea. Our country house is rather far from our city - about two and a half hours by car. But it is worth going there anyway. I take a bike and a games console with me. I see some of them every day at school and I don't see others for the whole year, so I have an opportunity. to meet them again and catch up. We ride bikes, sunbathe on the river bank, swim in the river and communicate with each other.
I wish holidays were all year round!
ANSWER PLAN. HOLIDAYS
1. Introduction (What is the best time for schoolchildren? Holidays, of course! Autumn, winter, spring and definitely summer holidays. These are the tunes when you can forget about homework, school and teachers.).
2. Talk about school holidays and what people usually do during them (autumn holidays: not very exciting, weather getting worse, my friends and I...; winter holidays: much more interesting; I like...; my family...; New Year's Day; spring holidays: the longest term; it is getting warm; streams; I walk with my friends/go to the cinema/ride a bike/roller-skate, etc.; summer holidays: I can wear...; three months and I...; then...;
3. Conclusion (I wish holidays were all year round!).
QUESTIONS
1. What are holidays?
2. What school holidays are there in Russia?
3. What are your favorite holidays?
4. When are autumn holidays?
5. What do you usually do during autumn holidays?
6. When are winter holidays?
7. What do you usually do on winter holidays?
8. Do you like winter holidays? Why (not)?
9. Are spring holidays long or short?
10. What can schoolchildren do during spring holidays?
11. What do you usually do?
12. How long are summer holidays?
13. Where do you usually spend your summer holidays?
14. Do you go with your family?
15. Do you prefer to swim in the sea or in a swimming pool?
16. What do you think of spending a holiday in a village?
17. What is better to spend holidays with the family or with friends?
18. Have you ever been camping? if so, where?
19. Do you take any school books to revise?
20. Do you read during your holidays?
21. Do you meet any English-speaking people during your holidays?
22. What do you think of spending your holidays learning languages?
23. What do you think of working during your holidays?
24. What do you think of people who work in summer?
25. How do you feel when your holidays are over?
USEFUL WORDS AND PHRASES
Indoor activities
dance
listen to music
play board games/computer play board games
games games/computer games
read read
study
watch TV watch TV
Outdoor activities
birdwatching
(downhill) skiing
(ice) skating
(rock) climbing. rock climbing
(whitewater) rafting
camping
canoeing
cross-country skiing
black terrain
diving
figure skating figure skating
fishing fishing
gardening
jogging running
karting karting
make sandcastles
paintballing paintball
picnic picnic
play volleyball/football play volleyball/football
rowing
sailing (on a yacht, on a boat)
scuba diving
sightseeing/doing the sights sightseeing
skateboarding skateboarding
snorkeling snorkeling
snowboarding snowboarding
sunbathe sunbathe
surf surfing
swim
toboggan sledding
walk
waterskiing water skiing
windsurfing windsurfing
zorbing (skating/sliding down the slopes inside a transparent two-layer zorb ball)
