1. a. Read the text and match the underlined words with the definitions. Listen and repeat. 

1. In this kind of story, animals can talk and people can use magic.

2. In this kind of story, lots of exciting things happen like going to a new place.

3. a book about people or events

4. the writer of a book or comic

5. In this kind of story, strange things happen and secrets are found out.

b. Which story would you like to read? Talk to your partner. 

=> Answer:

a. 1. fantasy               2. adventure               3. novel

4. author                    5. mystery

b. I like to read Secret of the Old Clock. I like mystery novel.

2. a. Listen to some students talking about books. Circle their favorite kind of book. 

1. Grace                                        adventure / mystery

2. Jamie                                         fantasy / adventure 

b. Now, listen and fill in the blanks.

1. Neil Gaiman is the ______ of Coraline.

2. Grace thinks the story is ______ and a bit scary.

3. Jamie thinks the novel is very ______ 

4. Jamie doesn't know the name of the ______ 

=> Answer:

a. 1. mystery                         2. adventure

b. 1. author               2. interesting                  3. exciting                 4. author

3. Listen and practice.

4. Read the book review and circle "True" or "False." My Favorite Novel 

Thành Nguyễn, November 18

My favorite book is Yellow Flowers on the Green Grass (Tôi thấy hoa vàng trên xanh). It's an interesting novel. The author of the book is Nguyen Nhat Anh. The book is about Thieu and the people around him. I like the book because it shows us many beautiful things in Thieu's village. It is a peaceful village with green grass, trees, wind, and yellow flowers. Some parts of the story are very sad. I cried a lot when I thought Thieu's brother, Thong, cannot walk again. I really like this book. I think you should read it. 

1. Yellow Flowers on the Green Grass is by Nguyen Nhat Anh.

2. The writer thinks the book is boring.

3. The story is about three girls as they grow up.

4. In the story, Tuemg lives in a big city.

5. Some parts of the story are sad.

6. The writer likes this story. 

=> Answer:

1. True            2. False             3. False             4. False             5. True             6. True

5. a. With your partner, role-play the conversation in the box, then swap roles and do the same with the other books. 

A: What's your favorite book?

B: I like The Case of the Left-Handed Lady.

A: What kind of book is it?

B: It's a mystery novel.

A: Who's the author?

B: It's by Nancy Springer.

A: Why do you like it?

B: I think it's funny. 

6. a. Read the Writing Tip and answer the questions. 

1. What's your favorite book? 

2. What kind of book is it? 

3. Who's the author of the book? 

4. Why do you like the book? 

5. Do you think your friends should read it? 

b. Use your answers in Task a. to write a book review. Use the Reading to help you. Write 40 to 50 words. 

=> Answer:

a. 1. Pippi Longstocking                   2. Novel                  3. Astrid Lindgren

4. Because it's very funny.               5. Yes, everyone should read it.

b. My favorite book is Pippi Longstocking. It's a children's novel. The author is Astrid Lindgren. I like the book because it's very funny. Pippi is an interesting and funny girl. She's also very brave and kind. I think everyone should read it.