B2 – Upper Intermediate
Teachers play a crucial role in our children’s lives.
They are not just educators, but also mentors, role models, and caregivers. Despite this, many students may see their teachers as the enemy, especially when they receive bad grades or have conflicts in the classroom. However, it is important to remember that teachers have the best interest of their students at heart and are there to support them in their academic and personal development.
Read the article to learn how to be a better parent and maintain a good relationship with your child’s school teachers.
https://edition.cnn.com/2024/11/21/health/parent-teacher-conference-wellness/index.html
Vocabulary Questions:
- What is the meaning of “laundry list“? “If you’re thinking of marching into your parent-teacher conference with a laundry list of complaints, think twice.” Create a sentence using the phrase.
- What is the meaning of “to give someone the benefit of the doubt“? “Because she decided to give the teacher the benefit of the doubt, she was able to start the conversation calmly.” Use it in a sentence.
- What is the meaning of “to talk ill about someone? “This also means that parents shouldn’t criticize a teacher in front of their child. “When you talk ill about a coach or a teacher, what you’re doing is you’re undermining that relationship,” she warned.” Use it in a sentence.
Discussion Questions:
- What did you learn from this article?
- Can you describe your relationship with your child/children’s teachers?
- Do you agree with this, “Parents shouldn’t criticize a teacher in front of their child.“? Explain your stance.
- Share your thoughts on this, “If parents heed the advice to approach teachers as partners in their children’s success, and treat them with civility and gratitude.”.
- What is your opinion on this, “Teachers spend a lot of time with their students, so they often have valuable insights to share with parents.“?