IT'S COLD AT NIGHT

 The temperature can change during the day and night. Sometimes, even if it is warm in the afternoon, it can be very cold at night. It is important to wear warm clothes and be prepared for the weather.

In this lesson, students will learn how to talk about temperature changes, describe nighttime weather, and give advice about clothing and activities in cold weather.

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GRAMMAR: TALKING ABOUT WEATHER USING "IT'S"

We use "It’s" + adjective to describe the weather.

✅ "It’s cold at night."
✅ "It’s warm during the day."
✅ "It’s windy this evening."

Sentence Structure

It’s + adjective + (time reference).

• "It’s very cold at night."

• "It’s not too cold in the morning."

• "It’s always chilly at night in winter."

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VOCABULARY

1. Cold – Low temperature.
   Example: "It’s cold outside."

2. Night – The time when it is dark.
   Example: "It gets cold at night."

3. Warm – A little hot, but comfortable.
   Example: "The sun is warm in the afternoon."

4. Jacket – Clothing to keep you warm.
   Example: "Wear a jacket if it is cold."

5. Blanket – A soft cover for warmth.
   Example: "I sleep with a blanket when it is cold."

6. Windy – When the wind blows strongly.
   Example: "It is very windy tonight."

7. Freezing – Extremely cold.
   Example: "It is freezing outside!"

8. Temperature – How hot or cold something is.
   Example: "The temperature drops at night."

9. Fireplace – A place in a house for a fire.
   Example: "We sit by the fireplace when it is cold."

10. Scarf – A piece of clothing for the neck.
    Example: "I wear a scarf in winter."

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USEFUL EXPRESSIONS

• "It’s very cold at night."

• "I need a jacket because it’s chilly."

• "The temperature drops in the evening."

• "I like to drink hot tea when it is cold."

• "At night, I stay inside to keep warm."

• "The wind makes it feel colder."

• "Let’s wear warm clothes tonight."

• "Do you feel cold?"

• "It’s much colder than this morning."

• "Let’s sit by the fireplace to stay warm."

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SENTENCES

Positive Sentences

• "It’s cold at night, so wear a jacket."

• "The stars are bright when it is clear at night."

• "I drink hot chocolate when it is cold outside."

Negative Sentences

• "It is not warm at night."

• "I do not like the cold weather."

• "It is not safe to go outside when it is freezing."

Questions

• "Is it cold at night?"

• "What do you wear when it is cold?"

• "Do you like cold weather?"

Answers

• "Yes, it is very cold at night."

• "I wear a scarf and a jacket."

• "No, I prefer warm weather."

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CONVERSATION

Scene: Two friends talking about the weather at night.

Lily: It’s very cold tonight!
Jake: Yes, I can feel the wind. Do you have a jacket?
Lily: Yes, but my hands are still cold.
Jake: Let’s go inside and drink some hot tea.
Lily: That sounds like a great idea!

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READING: "A Cold Night in the Mountains"

Anna and her family go camping in the mountains. During the day, the sun is warm, and they enjoy hiking. They wear light clothes and take pictures of the beautiful view.

At night, the temperature drops, and it gets very cold. Anna and her family sit by the fire to stay warm. They drink hot chocolate and tell stories. Anna wears a thick jacket, gloves, and a scarf. Even though it is cold, she enjoys the night with her family.

The next morning, the sun rises, and the air is warmer again. Anna is happy because she had a great time.

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QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS

1. Q: Where does Anna’s family go?
   A: They go camping in the mountains.

2. Q: What is the weather like during the day?
   A: It is warm and sunny.

3. Q: What happens at night?
   A: The temperature drops, and it gets very cold.

4. Q: How do they stay warm?
   A: They sit by the fire and wear warm clothes.

5. Q: Does Anna enjoy the cold night?
   A: Yes, she enjoys the night with her family.