My rookie era: I’m learning to swim in the ocean, braving the waves and marine life
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 fall in love (with someone/ something)
To bother (doing/ to do something)
To be riddled (with something)
15 conversation-provoking questions related to the article.
1. How did Claire first get involved with this hobby in Sydney?
2. What did she say about jellyfish?
3. What did she say about her childhood?
4. Does she think it is important to join a club and take the hobby very seriously?
5. Do you envy Claire?
6. What are your first memories of swimming?
7. Would you like to take up swimming now?
8. Would you like to move to Sydney?
9. Are there any aspects of swimming that scare you?
10. What interesting swimming experiences have you had?
11. Which hobbies are good for your mental health?
12. Which hobbies are bad for your mental health?
13. Do you prefer hobbies that involve other people?
14. Have you ever been stung or attacked by an animal/ insect?
15. What is your solo hobby?