A moment that changed me: I hated running – until I saw it through my daughter’s eyes
This is a list of key vocabulary and expressions from the article in order of how useful they are. The student must choose 6 items from the list to study in the lesson.
To appreciate (something/ someone)
To force (someone to do something)
To be reluctant (to do something)
To put (someone) down (for something)
15 conversation-provoking questions related to the article.
1. How does Annabel describe her early relationship with running and exercise?
2. How and why did her attitude begin to change?
3. What did Annabel say about her daughter, and what is her attitude to running now?
4. What are your first memories of doing sport?
5. Were there any aspects of sport that you dreaded as a child?
6. Would you like to go running with your family?
7. What do you like to do with your kids/ family?
8. Is it important for kids to join sports clubs?
9. Have you ever trained for something?
10. Has your attitude to sport and exercise changed as you’ve got older?
11. Has your partner influenced your hobbies and interests?
12. Have your children influenced your hobbies in interests?
13. When was the last time you developed a new passion or hobby?
14. Would you like to run a marathon?
15. Do you enjoy competing?