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1. Introduction

   In: American Teens Talk! Format(s): E-book, Text

   The interviews in American Teens Talk! give learners a view into the lives of adolescents in the U.S. Through the written and audio format of the interviews, learners are able to increase their vocabulary, practice their reading and listening skills, engage in discussions, and learn more about U.S. culture.

2. Possible Activities

   In: American Teens Talk! Format(s): MP3, Text

   The interviews in American Teens Talk! give learners a view into the lives of adolescents in the U.S. Through the written and audio format of the interviews, learners are able to increase their vocabulary, practice their reading and listening skills, engage in discussions, and learn more about U.S. culture.

3. Greetings with a Difference

   In: Teaching Pragmatics Format(s): Text, Video, Website

   This lesson examines different ways of greeting people.

4. Discourse Markers Well and Oh

   In: Teaching Pragmatics Format(s): Text, Video, Website

   This lesson focuses on using the discourse markers well and oh for smoother discourse flow.

5. Making Contrasts in English

   In: Teaching Pragmatics Format(s): Text, Video, Website

   This lesson aims to help students learn how to make contrasts using intonation.

6. Nichole

   In: American Teens Talk! Format(s): MP3, Text

   In this interview, Nichole talks about her week at high school and her plans to study photography in college.

7. Casey

   In: American Teens Talk! Format(s): MP3, Text

   What would it be like to be homeschooled? Read and listen to Casey tell her story of going to school at home.

8. Aidan

   In: American Teens Talk! Format(s): E-book, MP3

   Aidan talks about his father as well as trying to find a part-time job.

9. Lilac

   In: American Teens Talk! Format(s): MP3, Text

   In this interview, Lilac talks about her part-time job, being on the swim team, and buying a car.

10. Brian

    In: American Teens Talk! Format(s): MP3, Text

    In this interview, Brian talks about his new baby brother, being bilingual, and plans for summer vacation.

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