【6th Grade English】Junior High School Life
Hello, 6th graders! We are finally reaching the final stage of elementary school English. In this chapter, we will learn how to express your hopes and things you are looking forward to about your upcoming "Junior High School Life" in English.
"What school club should I join?" "Which subjects do I want to work hard on?" Let's express your excitement in English! It might feel a little difficult at first, but once you learn the patterns, you'll be just fine.
1. Let's learn the names of "School Subjects" in English
In junior high, your studies will become a bit more detailed than in elementary school. First, let's check the names of the subjects.
English: English
Math: Math (Arithmetic becomes "Math"!)
Science: Science
Social Studies: Social Studies
Music: Music
Art: Art
P.E.: P.E. (Short for Physical Education)
【Key Point】
When you want to say "I want to study [subject]," use this pattern:
I want to study [subject].
Example: I want to study English.
2. Let's check out "Club Activities" in Junior High!
One of the big things to look forward to in junior high is "Club activities." Let's imagine which club you might want to join.
Baseball club
Soccer club
Basketball club
Volleyball club
Brass band club
Art club
Computer club
【Key Point】
When you want to say "I want to join a club," use this magic phrase:
I want to join the [club name].
Example: I want to join the basketball club.
💡 Fun Fact:
"Join" means to become a part of a group. It’s easy to remember if you think of puzzle pieces coming together at a "joint"!
3. The essential phrase: "I want to..."
The most useful phrase for talking about junior high is want to. Let's master this pattern.
\( \text{I} + \text{want to} + \text{(verb: a word that expresses an action)} \)
・I want to enjoy school events.
・I want to make many friends.
・I want to go on a school trip.
【Common Mistake】
A very common mistake is forgetting the to, like saying I want join...!
When you say you want to do something, always make sure to put to between want and your verb (like join).
× I want join the club.
○ I want to join the club.
4. Let's ask someone else!
Once you can talk about yourself, try asking your friends too!
What do you want to do in junior high school?
When you are asked this, you can answer using the I want to ~ pattern you just practiced.
【Conversation Example】
A: What do you want to join?
B: I want to join the soccer club. How about you?
A: I want to join the art club.
5. Summary of this chapter
・Learn to say the names of subjects and clubs in English!
・I want to study...
・I want to join...
・Use What do you want to...? to ask others!
Junior high school is full of new encounters and discoveries. Being able to share your dreams and hopes in English will open up your world even more. Start by trying to say just one thing you want to join or a subject you want to work hard at in English! I’m rooting for you!