MY PIANO LESSONS AREN'T LONG. THEY'RE ONLY 40 MINUTES

 Talking about lesson length and study routines helps learners describe their daily activities clearly. In this topic, students will learn to express the duration of their lessons, what they do in them, and how they feel about them. It is a great way to practice the present simple tense and talk about time.

For example:

• My piano lessons aren’t long. They’re only 40 minutes.

• I take lessons every Monday and Thursday.

• I always practice after my lesson.

This topic helps students describe lessons, activities, and schedules.

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GRAMMAR

1. Present Simple (for habits and routines):

   • I take piano lessons twice a week.

   • She plays the piano very well.

2. Present Continuous (for current actions):

   • I am learning a new song.

   • We are practicing scales today.

3. Adverbs of Frequency (always, usually, sometimes, never):

   • I always bring my sheet music.

   • I sometimes play for my family.

4. Modal Verbs (can, should, must):

   • You can improve with practice.

   • I must practice every day.

   • You should listen to your teacher.

5. Prepositions of Time and Duration:

   • My lesson is at 4 p.m.

   • It lasts for 40 minutes.

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VOCABULARY

1. Lesson – A period of learning time.

2. Practice – Repeating something to improve.

3. Piano – A musical instrument with keys.

4. Music sheet – Paper with music notes.

5. Teacher – The person who gives lessons.

6. Student – A person who learns.

7. Instrument – A tool for making music.

8. Timer – A device to measure time.

9. Routine – Regular activities.

10. Rest – To relax and stop working for a moment.

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USEFUL EXPRESSIONS

• My piano lessons aren’t long.

• They’re only 40 minutes.

• I take lessons twice a week.

• I practice every afternoon.

• My teacher is very patient.

• I enjoy playing music.

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SENTENCES

Positive:

• My piano lessons are 40 minutes long.

• I practice every day.

• The lessons help me improve.

Negative:

• My piano lessons aren’t long.

• I don’t forget my music sheet.

• I don’t miss my lessons.

Questions:

• How long are your piano lessons?

• Do you like your teacher?

• Can you play a song?

Answers:

• They’re only 40 minutes.

• Yes, she’s very nice.

• Yes, I can play two songs.

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CONVERSATION

Amy: Hey Josh, how long are your piano lessons?

Josh: They’re not long. They’re only 40 minutes.

Amy: That’s short! Do you learn a lot in that time?

Josh: Yes! We practice songs, scales, and sometimes music theory.

Amy: Do you practice after the lesson?

Josh: I do. I usually practice for 30 minutes more.

Amy: That’s great! I want to learn the piano too.

Josh: You should try it. It’s fun and relaxing.

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LONG READING

Anna is a student who takes piano lessons twice a week. Her lessons are only 40 minutes long, but she learns a lot. On Mondays, she practices new songs. On Thursdays, she reviews what she learned and plays for her teacher. Anna always brings her music sheet and notebook. She says, “Even if the lessons are short, they are very helpful.”

Anna enjoys playing music. She often plays for her friends and family. They say she is getting better every week. Her teacher is proud of her progress.

Questions and Answers:

1. How many times a week does Anna take lessons? – Twice a week.

2. How long are the lessons? – 40 minutes.

3. What does Anna do on Mondays? – She practices new songs.

4. What does she bring to her lessons? – Her music sheet and notebook.

5. Who enjoys her music? – Her friends and family.