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Unit 3 Growing Up
同步写作课讲义-人教版八年级下册
话 题 解 读
本单元教材写作情境为“写一封感谢信”，属于 “人与社会” 主题范畴中 “社会服务与人际沟
通” 这一主题群，涉及子主题 “良好的人际关系与人际交往” 。常见的写作任务是回顾他人给予帮助
和关怀的过往事例，表达对他人的感谢或描述成长中的经历。描述情绪和给出建议或描述经历，向他人
致谢，体裁多为日记、书信等应用文。
写作任务
审 题 指 导
本单元书面表达主题为“Write a thank-you letter"(写一封感谢信)，感谢信是日常交际中表达感激之
情的重要文体，核心是向他人传递因对方的帮助、关心、馈赠等行为产生的谢意，兼具情感性与实用性。
通过撰写感谢信，既能提升语言表达能力，也能培养尊重他人、懂得感恩的意识，是八年级英语书面表
达中高频且基础的话题。
主题内涵
感谢信的核心内涵是真诚表达感激，本质是通过文字还原对方的善意行为，说明该行为对自己产生的
积极影响，进而传递真挚的情感。其适用场景广泛，包括感谢他人提供的帮助(如学习上的指导、生活中的照料)、接受馈赠后的致谢、得到他人关心与支持后的回馈等。写作时需紧扣“具体行为+感激之情+影
响/回馈意愿"的核心，避免空泛抒情，确保情感真实、内容具体。
1. 文体：应用文
2.人称：第一人称
3.时态：一般过去时
写 作 框 架
◆开头段
Dear Miss Wang, I am writing to express my sincere thanks to you for helping me with my English
study last term
◆中间段
I used to be weak in English listening and was afraid to speak in class. You patiently helped me
analyze my problems and advised me to listen to English news every day. With your guidance, my listening
and speaking skills have improved greatly.
◆结尾段
Thank you again for your kindness .
素 材 宝 库
(1)情感类
grateful (adj. 感激的)、thankful (adj.感谢的)、sincere(adj.真诚的)、appreciative(adj.感激的)、
warm-hearted(adj.热心的)、kind(adj.善良的)、friendly(adj.友好的)、helpful (adj.有帮助的)
(2)帮助与支持
help(v./n.帮助)、assist(v.协助)、support(v./n.支持)、guide(v./n.指导)、advise(v.建议)、
词汇 encourage (v.鼓励)、aid(v./n.援助)、comfort(v.安慰)、rescue(v./n.救助)、donate(v.捐赠)、offer
(v.主动提供)、provide(v.提供)
(3) 行为与影响
helpful (adj.有帮助的)、useful (adj.有用的)、valuable(adj.珍贵的)、important(adj.重要的)、
significant (adj.有意义的)、improve (v.提升)、progress(v./n.进步)、succeed(v.成功)、achieve(v.
实现)、overcome(v.克服)、solve(v.解决)、deal with(处理)(4)其他
patience (n.耐心)、kindness (n.善良)、generosity(n.慷慨)、courage(n.勇气)、confidence
(n.信心)、advice(n.建议)、suggestion(n.建议)、gift(n.礼物)、present(n.礼物)、favor
(n.恩惠)、service(n.服务)、care(n./v.关心)、concern(n./v.关心)
情绪产生的原因与描述
1、I felt upset because I failed my math test.
2、She was excited when she won the singing competition.
3、He felt lonely after moving to a new school and not making friends.
4、My parents high expectations made me stressed about my studies.
5、I was angry with my friend because he broke my favorite pen.
6、She felt proud when she helped an old man cross the road.
7、I felt worried because my pet dog went missing for a whole day.
8、We were shocked to hear the news of the sudden rainstorm.
应对消极情绪的方法
1、Talk to your family or friends about your feelings.
2、Do something you enjoy, like listening to music or playing sports.
3、Write down your troubles in a diary to relax.
句型 4、Take a walk in the park and enjoy the fresh air.
5、Tell yourself positive words to cheer up.
6、Join in group activities to make new friends and feel less lonely.
7、Ask teachers for advice when you dont know how to deal with problems.
8、Learn to forgive others and dont hold grudges.
人际沟通与矛盾解决
1、If you make a mistake, say "sorry" to others sincerely.
2、Listen to your friends opinions before getting angry.
3、Communicate with your parents regularly so they know your feelings.
4、Dont say hurtful words when you are angry.
5、Try to put yourself in others shoes and understand their thoughts.
6、Write a letter to someone if you feel shy to talk face to face.
7、Compromise with your friends when you have different ideas.
8、Thank those who help you and cherish your friendship.
成长感悟与收获1、I learned that communication is the key to solving problems with friends.
2、Growing up means taking responsibility for my own actions.
3、From every difficult time, I gain courage and become stronger.
4、I realized that my parents strictness comes from their love for me.
5、Helping others when they are in trouble makes me feel happy and valuable.
6、Failing is not terrible; what matters is the courage to try again.
7、I learned to control my anger and stay calm when facing problems.
8、True friendship can stand the test of small conflicts.
表达成长与展望
1、Growing up is a wonderful journey, and every emotion and experience makes me better.
2、I will keep learning to manage my emotions and cherish the people around me.
3、No matter what troubles we face, we should stay positive and never give up.
4、Communication and understanding help us get along well with others and grow happily.
5、I hope everyone can face growing pains bravely and enjoy the process of growing up.
6、Through all the ups and downs, I know I am growing into a better person.
7、Cherish every moment of growing up, for it is a one-time journey.
8、With the help of family and friends, I will face future challenges with confidence.
1.One for all,and all for one.我为人人，人人为我。
名言 2.A problem shared is a problem halved.有人分担，忧愁减半
参 考 范 文
Dear Mrs Lin, 教材原句
I want to thank you for being my maths ①【Section B 3a】You took the time to help me，
teacher. You ① took the time to help me， although you were so busy.（take the time to
though you had so many do…花时间做……）
students to care for. ②【Section B 3a】I used to think that science was boring
I ②used to think maths was boring and hard. and difficult，and I did badly in class.（used to…过去常
My parents often ③compared me with my 常……）
cousin，so I started ④being hard on myself. But ③ 【 Section A 3a 】 They often compare me with my
your class changed everything:you took the time cousin，Kate.（compare…with…把……和……作比较）
to explain difficult questions with real-life
④【Section B 1b】Don’t be too hard on yourself!（be hard
examples ， and told me ， “ Be confident!”
on…对……苛刻）
Slowly，I learnt to face my mistakes and get
⑤ 【 Section A 4c 】 Next ， share your problems withbetter grades in exams. someone you trust instead of shutting yourself away.（shut
When I failed a big maths exam ，I almost oneself away隔离；把……关/藏起来）
⑤shut myself away again. But you sat with me ⑥【Section A 3a】Just talking to you makes me feel better
after school. Just talking to you ⑥made me feel already!（make sb. feel better使某人感觉好多了）
better right away. You said，“It’s important to ⑦【Section B 1b】It’s more important to learn from your
learn from mistakes ⑦so that you don’t repeat mistakes so that you don’t repeat them in future.（so that…
them.”
引导结果状语从句）
Thank you for being ⑧not only my teacher but
⑧【Section B 3a】Thank you so much for being not only
also
my teacher but also my friend.（not only…but also…不
a friend who cheers me up.
但……而且……）
Sincerely,
Zhang Ming
范例2：
在我们的成长过程中，家人、朋友、老师对我们的影响很大，请结合你的成长经历，根据下面的内容提
示写一封80词左右的感谢信。
审题指导
1.应用文 2.第一人称 3.一般过去时优秀例文
【基础版】
Dear Mike ,
I want to thank you and Larry for being my friends.When I felt stressed about my poor grades in PE last term，
you helped me out.
I couldn’t run fast and always failed the 800-metre test.I wanted to give up. You two told me,“There are many
things we can do when we feel stressed. First，we can take a break from what we are doing.” You said “Let’s stop
practising for 10 minutes.” and told me funny
stories to make me laugh. Then you said，“A problem shared is a problem halved.” You ran with me every
morning，taught me how to breathe，and said，“You can do it!” Both you and Larry cared so much about our
friendship,and through all these little things,you showed me what true friendship really is.Finally，I passed the
test.
These three things alone are great for reducing stress—your time，your help，and your cheers.
Thank you for being my good friends.
Sincerely,
Liu Tao
【提升版】
Dear Mike ,
I’d like to express my thanks to you and Larry for being my friends.When I felt stressed about my poor grades
in PE last term，you helped me out.
I wasn’t able to run quickly and often failed the 800-metre test. I wanted to give up. You two told me,“There are
many things we can do when we feel stressed. First，we can take a break from what we are doing.” You
suggested “Let’s stop practising for 10 minutes.” and told me funny stories to make me laugh. Then you
said，“A problem shared is a problem halved.” You ran with me every morning，taught me how to
breathe，and said，“You can do it!” Both you and Larry cared so much about our friendship,andthrough all these little things,you showed me what true friendship really is.Finally，I succeeded in
passing the test.
These three things alone are great for reducing stress—your time，your help，and your cheers.
Thanks a lot for being such great friends to me.
Sincerely,
Liu Tao
写 作 拓 展
变式提升训练
A Lesson in Managing Emotions (一次情绪管理的教训)
◆写作要求
围绕一次情绪波动的经历展开，明确说明引发情绪的事件 (如与朋友争吵、被父母误解等)、当时的情绪
状态及应对过程。
结合单元主题 "处理情绪"，重点阐述从该经历中学会的情绪管理方法或成长感悟。
正确使用连词 (although/until/so that) 等单元语法知识，语言流畅，逻辑清晰。
字数不少于 80 词，文中不得出现真实人名、校名。
◆写作指导
结构规划：采用 "事件起因 - 情绪爆发 - 解决过程 - 感悟收获" 的四段式结构，完整呈现情绪从产生到平
复的全过程，突出 "成长" 主题。
内容要点：
事件描述：明确引发情绪的具体场景 (如 "与朋友因误会争吵"" 考试失利被父母批评 ")，使用单元词汇
描述情绪 (如"angry/upset/lonely/stressed")。
情绪表现：详细说明情绪爆发时的行为或心理活动 (如 "said hurtful words""shut myself in the room")，体
现情绪对行为的影响。
解决过程：描述情绪平复的方式 (如 "talked to a friend""wrote a letter""looked on the bright side")，可加入
他人的帮助或引导 (如朋友的建议、老师的开导)，融入 "although/until/so that" 等连词 (如 "Although I
was angry, I didn't say anything rude")。
成长感悟：结合单元核心观点，总结情绪管理的方法 (如 "communicate in time""control anger""put oneself
in others' shoes")，体现 "学会处理情绪就是成长" 的主旨。
语言技巧：
时态运用：叙述过去的事件用一般过去时，描述感悟和方法用一般现在时。
词汇搭配：合理使用单元短语 (如 "let down""clear the air""pull together""be hard on oneself") 增强表达准确
性。
衔接过渡：用 "at first、suddenly、then、finally" 等词串联事件发展，用 "however、so、because" 等体现
逻辑关系。
◆写作模板开头段
Last month, I had a big fight with my best friend Tom, and it taught me a lot about managing emotions. It all
started when_(事件起因，如 "he forgot to return my special notebook""he accidentally broke my guitar"). I felt
so (情绪状态，如"angry and upset") that I shouted at him without listening to his explanation.
中间段
After that, Tom stopped talking to me, and I felt even_(情绪升级，如 "lonely and regretful"). I wanted to
apologize but was too proud to do so. My sister noticed my sadness and advised me,"(他人建议，如 'You should
listen to his side first; although you're angry, misunderstanding needs communication')." I took her advice and
called Tom. He told me he lost the notebook by accident and was too scared to tell me._(解决过程，如 "We
talked for a long time and cleared the air"). I realized I was too hard on him until we communicated openly.
结尾段
This experience made me grow up.I learned that_(情绪管理方法，如 "anger can't solve problems; we should
control our emotions first"). Now, when I feel upset, I will_(具体做法，如 "take a deep breath and talk to
someone I trust") so that I won't make impulsive mistakes. Growing up means learning to deal with emotions
properly, doesn't it?
◆范文
A Lesson in Managing Emotions
Last week, I had a terrible argument with my teammate Li Hua during a basketball game, and it became a
valuable lesson in managing emotions. It happened when I missed a key shot, and Li Hua shouted at me, "You let
the whole team down!" I felt so angry and embarrassed that I yelled back, "It's not just my fault!" Then I walked
off the court and didn't talk to him for days.
After that, I felt lonely and couldn't focus on practice. My coach noticed and said, "Although Li Hua was
rude, he just cared about the team. You won't fix the problem until you talk to him." I thought about his words and
decided to find Li Hua. I apologized for my impulsive reaction, and he said he was sorry for shouting at me. We
talked for a while and cleared the air.
This experience taught me a lot. I learned that controlling anger is important when working with others. Now,
when I feel upset, I will take a deep breath first so that I won't say hurtful things. Growing up isn't just about
getting older--it's about learning to understand others and manage my emotions.
写作训练
1.许多生活和学习的烦恼会让学生产生压力。为了更好地发现并减少学生的压力,你们班开展了一次以
“Less Pressure,Better Life”为主题的英语演讲比赛。请你准备一份演讲稿,谈谈你的压力及缓解压力的好
办法,与同学们分享。
Your pressure The ways to reduce pressure
communicate with someone
compete with other classmates
listen to music or watch a movie ...要求:(1)须包括所有提示内容,并适当发挥;
(2)不得出现真实的人名、校名和地名;
(3)词数:80-100词,已给出部分不计入总词数。
Hello, boys and girls! Pressure is a serious problem among students. Many students are under much pressure.
So am I.
Everyone has pressure. I hope we can deal with it well. Thanks for listening.
2.中国有句古话:人生不如意事十之八九。想必作为中学生的你们,在成长中也经常会面临失败与沮丧,但越
是在这个时候,我们越需要想办法与消极情绪作斗争。那么请以“How to Face Difficulties”为题,写一篇英
语短文,谈谈你战胜消极情绪的办法。
注意:(1)根据以上所给提示,适当发挥;
(2)文中不得出现真实姓名和校名;
(3)词数80左右,标题和开头已给出,不计入总词数。
How to Face Difficulties
It's natural to meet difficulties in our daily life. So we don't need to worry about it.
3.良好的情绪管理有助于人的身心健康。学会正确处理负面情绪，可以更好地应对生活中的各种困难和
挑战。某英语报刊正在以"Learn to Deal with Negative Emotions"为题向广大中学生征文，请你根据下面提
示并结合自己的经历写一篇英语短文，谈谈正确处理负面情绪的方法及重要意义，向报刊投稿。
要求：(1)要点齐全，语句通顺，可适当发挥；
(2)词数80-120；
(3)文中不得出现真实的人名、地名、校名等信息。
Learn to Deal with Negative Emotions4.你生活中有烦恼，学习有压力吗？我们应该如何正确面对烦恼，有效缓解心理压力呢？请根据下图提
示，以 "How to Solve Our Stress" 为题写一篇短文。
要求：
(1)短文须包含以上所有提示信息，可适当发挥；
(2)文中不得出现任何真实的人名、校名等信息；
(3)词数不少于80，开头已给出，不计入总词数。
How to Solve Our Stress
We all have some problems and stress in our lives. How should we solve them?
5.你的好朋友因期中考试临近，正被压力困扰，请你分享一些解压小技巧来帮助他缓解紧张情绪，
并鼓励他一起冲刺好成绩。短文内容不得少于80词。
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