Packing a suitcase is an important skill when preparing for a trip. It is essential to choose the right clothes, toiletries, and other travel items based on the weather and destination. In this lesson, students will learn vocabulary and expressions to talk about packing a suitcase.
GRAMMAR: USING "NEED TO" AND "DON’T FORGET TO"
When talking about packing a suitcase, we often use "need to" to express necessity and "don’t forget to" as a reminder.
✅ “I need to pack my sunglasses.”
✅ “Don’t forget to take your passport.”
Sentence Structure
Subject + need to/don’t forget to + verb + object.
“You need to bring warm clothes.”
“She needs to take her toothbrush.”
“Don’t forget to pack your phone charger.”
“He doesn’t need to take a heavy jacket.”
Questions with "need to"
“What do I need to pack?”
“Do I need to bring a raincoat?”
“Does she need to take her swimsuit?”
VOCABULARY
Suitcase – A large bag for travel.
Example: “I need a big suitcase for my trip.”Toiletries – Personal care items like soap and toothpaste.
Example: “Don’t forget to pack your toiletries.”Sunscreen – A cream to protect your skin from the sun.
Example: “Use sunscreen if it’s sunny.”Passport – A travel document for international trips.
Example: “You need your passport to travel abroad.”Clothes – Items you wear, like shirts and pants.
Example: “Pack comfortable clothes for your trip.”Shoes – Footwear like sneakers or sandals.
Example: “I need to pack my running shoes.”Jacket – A warm outerwear piece.
Example: “Take a jacket if it’s cold.”Charger – A device to charge electronics.
Example: “Don’t forget to bring a phone charger.”Backpack – A small bag carried on the back.
Example: “I use a backpack for short trips.”Swimsuit – Clothes for swimming.
Example: “Bring a swimsuit for the beach.”
USEFUL EXPRESSIONS
“I need to pack my suitcase.”
“Don’t forget to bring your passport.”
“You should take comfortable shoes.”
“I think we need sunscreen.”
“Make sure to bring a raincoat.”
“What do I need to pack?”
“Do I need to take a jacket?”
“I think we are ready to go!”
SENTENCES
Positive Sentences
“I need to pack my suitcase for the trip.”
“You should take a hat if it’s sunny.”
“We need to bring extra clothes.”
Negative Sentences
“You don’t need to bring heavy clothes.”
“She doesn’t need to pack sandals.”
“We don’t need to take food for the flight.”
Questions
“What should I pack for the trip?”
“Do I need to bring my passport?”
“Should we take an umbrella?”
Answers
“Yes, you should. It might rain.”
“No, you don’t. It’s warm there.”
“I think you should take extra socks.”
CONVERSATION
Scene: Emma and Jake are packing for a vacation.
Emma: Jake, what do we need to pack for the trip?
Jake: We need to take summer clothes because it’s hot there.
Emma: Okay! Do I need to bring a jacket?
Jake: No, you don’t. But don’t forget to pack sunscreen!
Emma: You’re right! I also need to bring my swimsuit.
Jake: Yes! And don’t forget your sunglasses.
Emma: Thanks for the reminder!
READING: “Packing for a Holiday”
Sarah and her family are going on vacation. She wants to pack her suitcase correctly. First, she checks the weather forecast. It says it will be hot and sunny.
Sarah packs light clothes, a hat, and sunscreen. She also puts her swimsuit in her suitcase because they will go to the beach. Her mother reminds her, “Don’t forget to bring your passport.” Sarah adds her passport to her bag.
Her father says, “You need to pack your phone charger.” Sarah thanks him and puts it in her backpack. Now, she is ready for the trip!
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
Q: Where is Sarah going?
A: She is going on vacation.Q: What does the weather forecast say?
A: It says it will be hot and sunny.Q: What clothes does Sarah pack?
A: She packs light clothes, a hat, and a swimsuit.Q: What does her mother remind her to bring?
A: She reminds her to bring her passport.Q: What does her father tell her to pack?
A: He tells her to pack her phone charger.
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