How to stay safe during a heat wave

How to stay safe during a heatwave

· What do you usually do during summer?

· What do you eat and drink to stay cool?

· Have you ever felt sick from too much sun or heat?

2. Reading Activity: “Summer Smart Tips”

Summer Smart Tips

Summer is a great time to enjoy the outdoors, go to the beach, travel, or play sports. But hot weather can be dangerous if we are not careful.

To protect your body during extreme heat, you should:
– Drink a lot of water or fresh juices.
– Eat light and healthy meals like salads, fruits, and vegetables.
– Wear light-colored clothes and a hat.
– Use sunscreen to protect your skin from sunburn.
– Stay indoors between 12 p.m. and 4 p.m., when the sun is strongest.

Healthy summer foods include watermelon, cucumber, yogurt, berries, and smoothies. Avoid fried or heavy food when it’s hot.

Fun and safe summer activities include swimming, hiking in the morning, bike rides in the evening, or having a picnic in the shade.

3. Vocabulary Match (5–7 minutes)

Match the words to the definitions:

Word	Meaning
1. sunscreen	a) very hot weather
2. smoothie	b) something you put on skin to block the sun
3. shade	c) drink made of blended fruit and yogurt
4. extreme heat	d) a place out of the sun
5. light-colored	e) not dark, often reflects sunlight

✅ Answers: 1→b, 2→c, 3→d, 4→a, 5→e

4. Comprehension Questions (pair work or written answers)

1. Why is it dangerous to stay in the sun during the middle of the day?

2. What should you eat and drink in summer?

3. Name two activities that are safe and fun in summer.

4. What clothes should you wear in hot weather?

5. Why is sunscreen important?

5. Speaking Practice

Group Task: Give Advice!
Work in pairs or small groups and answer:

· Your friend wants to go jogging at 1 p.m. in July. What advice would you give?

· A child wants to eat only ice cream all day. What would you recommend instead?

· Imagine you’re planning a summer picnic — what food, drinks, and clothes will you choose?

✍️ 6. Writing Task

Prompt: Write a short paragraph (80–100 words):
“How I stay healthy and safe during summer.”
Include:

· What you eat and drink

· What you avoid

· What activities you enjoy

· How you protect your body

7. Optional Listening (Extension)

Watch and discuss: a short YouTube video on “How to stay safe during a heatwave” (BBC Learning English or similar — I can suggest a link if you like).
Follow-up: List 3 new tips you heard.