LISTEN with understanding
→ Hear the passage. Repeat for rhythm, stress, and pronunciation.
RESPOND verbally with your thoughts
→ Retell in your own words. Use full sentences and include the new phrase.
STUDENT ASKING FOR HELP
Listen & Respond
What Did They Say?
What subject did the student find difficult?
Idiom
Fall behind – To not keep up with others.
Example: She fell behind on her reading assignments.
Phrasal Verb
Go over – To review.
Example: Let’s go over the answers together.
Challenging Vocabulary
Demanding – Requiring a lot of effort.
Example: His job is very demanding.
PIE Practice
Pronunciation: Practice “demanding” (de-MAN-ding).
Intonation:
“I don’t want to fall behind.” (Stress want)
“I don’t want to fall behind.” (Stress behind)
Your Turn
Say: “Let’s go over the lesson again.”
Have you ever fallen behind in schoolwork?
Transcript of Recording
Audio Passage
“Excuse me, Mr. Grant. I’m having trouble with today’s math lesson. I tried to go over the problems at home, but I still don’t understand. Could you please explain it one more time? I don’t want to fall behind, and I know the test is coming soon. I’ve been practicing, but fractions are still confusing. Sometimes learning feels like climbing a mountain—it’s demanding, but I’m willing to keep trying. Thank you for your patience.”