In this topic, students will learn how to describe the action of texting using the present continuous tense. The lesson will focus on vocabulary and expressions related to sending and receiving text messages, as well as how to form questions, answers, and conversations about texting habits. Students will practice describing what people are doing with their phones, and how texting is a part of daily communication.
Grammar Focus:
Present Continuous Tense:
- Structure: Subject + am/is/are + verb + -ing
- Example: "She is texting her friend."
- Usage:
- To describe actions happening at the moment of speaking: "He is texting right now."
- Structure: Subject + am/is/are + verb + -ing
Forming Questions in Present Continuous:
- Structure: Is/Are + subject + verb + -ing?
- Example: "Is he texting?"
- Structure: Is/Are + subject + verb + -ing?
Short Answers in Present Continuous:
- Structure: Yes/No + subject + am/is/are
- Example: "Yes, he is." / "No, he isn’t."
- Structure: Yes/No + subject + am/is/are
Vocabulary:
- Texting – sending written messages through a phone.
- Message – a piece of written communication.
- Phone – a device used for calling and texting.
- Emoji – small icons used to express emotions in texts.
- Send – to deliver a text message.
- Receive – to get a message.
- Typing – writing letters or words using a keyboard.
- Conversation – an exchange of messages or words between people.
- Notification – an alert that informs you about new messages.
- Chat – informal conversation, typically through text.
Useful Expressions:
- "He is texting me right now."
- "She is typing a message."
- "I just received your text."
- "He is sending a photo in the chat."
- "She is writing a long message."
- "I am waiting for her reply."
- "Are you texting someone?"
- "She is using a lot of emojis."
- "He is chatting with his friends."
- "I didn’t get the notification."
Sentences:
- She is texting her friend about the meeting.
- He is typing a long message to his family.
- They are chatting in the group conversation.
- I am waiting for your reply.
- She is using emojis to express her feelings.
- He is sending me a funny photo.
- We are texting about the party tonight.
- She is texting her mom to let her know she’s safe.
- He is having a conversation with his boss over text.
- They are typing their answers to the group chat.
Questions and Answers:
Q: Are you texting someone?
A: Yes, I am texting my friend.Q: What is she doing?
A: She is texting her parents.Q: Is he typing a message right now?
A: Yes, he is.Q: Are they chatting in the group?
A: Yes, they are chatting in the group conversation.Q: What kind of message is she sending?
A: She is sending a text with a lot of emojis.Q: Is he receiving a text message?
A: Yes, he just received one.Q: Why is she texting him?
A: She is texting him to confirm their plans.Q: Is your phone buzzing with notifications?
A: Yes, I keep getting messages.Q: Are you waiting for someone to text you back?
A: Yes, I am waiting for a reply.Q: Is she chatting with anyone right now?
A: Yes, she is chatting with her friends.
Conversation:
Tom: What are you doing?
Sarah: I’m texting my friend about tonight’s party.
Tom: Oh, cool. Are you going?
Sarah: Yeah, I’m just asking her if she’s ready.
Tom: I see. I need to text my brother too. He hasn’t replied to me yet.
Sarah: Maybe he’s busy. Just send him a quick reminder.
Tom: Good idea. I’ll text him again now.
Sarah: I use so many emojis when I text. It makes conversations more fun.
Tom: Same! It makes the messages feel more personal.
Reading:
"A Day of Texting"
John wakes up and the first thing he does is check his phone. He sees that he has several text messages from his friends. Some are about their weekend plans, while others are just sending funny memes. John smiles and starts replying to them. He types quickly and adds a few emojis to make the conversation light and fun.
Throughout the day, John receives more notifications. His phone buzzes while he’s at work, and he takes a moment to read and reply to the important messages. His boss even texts him about a new project, and John replies immediately, confirming he’s received the details.
In the evening, John’s phone buzzes again. It’s a group chat with his friends, discussing where to meet for dinner. He reads through the messages and replies with his suggestion. His friends start texting back, and soon, they’ve made their plans.
Texting has become a huge part of John’s daily routine. Whether he’s making plans, responding to work messages, or just chatting with friends, his phone is always in his hand. He enjoys the convenience of being able to communicate with anyone, anywhere, at any time.
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