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Let's talk
- Have you ever made breakfast for someone in your family? What did you make?
- What do you usually do on birthdays in your family?
- Do you like it when people help you, or do you prefer to do things yourself?
- What can you do really well in the kitchen?
- Do you know a little kid who always wants to help? What happens?
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Before you watch
It's Dad's birthday! Mum, Bluey and Bingo want to make him breakfast in bed. What do you think happens? Choose Yes or No.
Bluey sets the breakfast tray.
Bingo makes a birthday card at home.
Bingo makes a mess with the eggs.
Dad gets very hungry and cranky.
Dad tries to eat a plant.
Dad says Bingo's omelette is terrible.
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Watch the episode
▶ 7 min Watch the whole episode "Omelette". Were you right?
Why does Mum ask Bingo to make another omelette?
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Catch the phrases
Listen and tick
▶ 1:39–4:04 and ▶ 5:11–6:54
Watch these parts again. Tick a phrase when you hear it.
Who said it?
Mum I'll get that.
Mum Do you want me to carry those for you? Bingo No, it's okay. I'm almost there.
Mum It's okay. I'll clean it up. Bingo No, I can do it.
Mum I'll make a start on the omelette.
Bingo Can I help crack the eggies? Mum Sure, honey.
Mum I'll just hold it for you.
Mum Why don't you help Bluey set the breakfast tray? Bluey I don't need help.
Mum Let me clean this away for you. Bingo No, Mum. I can do it. Bluey I'll help you.
Sort the phrases
Is it an offer (I want to help), a suggestion (an idea for you), yes to help, or no to help?
I'll get that.
No, it's okay. I'm almost there.
Do you want me to carry those for you?
Why don't you help Bluey set the breakfast tray?
Sure, honey.
Let me clean this away for you.
I don't need help.
Can I help crack the eggies?
Find the rule
Mum: "I'll get that." Did Mum plan it before, or decide at that moment?
After I'll we use…
Do you want ___ to carry those?
Let me ___ this away for you.
Why don't you ___ Bluey?
I'll + verb → I decide now / I offer. I'll get that.
Do you want me to + verb? → I ask: do you want my help? Do you want me to carry those?
Can I help (+ verb)? → I ask to help. Can I help crack the eggs?
Let me + verb (+ for you) → a friendly, confident offer. Let me clean this away for you.
Why don't you + verb? → a suggestion, an idea. It's not about a reason! Why don't you help Bluey?
Yes: Yes, please. / Sure. / Thanks, that's lovely.
No (polite): No, it's okay. I can do it. / No, thanks. I'm almost there.
Check you understand
"I'll get that."
Did Mum plan this yesterday?
No. She decided right now.
Is it a decision now or a plan for next week?
A decision now.
"Do you want me to carry those?"
If Bingo says yes, who carries the eggs: Mum or Bingo?
Mum.
Mum is telling Bingo what to do, right?
No. She's asking.
"Can I help crack the eggs?"
Does Bingo want to do the job herself?
Yes.
Your mum is washing the dishes. You want to help. You say: "…?"
Can I help?
"Why don't you help Bluey?"
Does Mum want to know the reason?
No. It's an idea, a suggestion.
Is it the same as "Maybe you can help Bluey"?
Yes.
"Let me clean this away for you."
Is it more like "I'll clean it" or "You clean it"?
"I'll clean it."
"No, it's okay. I can do it."
Is Bingo angry?
No. She's polite. She just wants to do it herself.
"I don't need help." Is it more polite or less polite than "No, it's okay, thanks"?
Less polite. It can sound rude.
When did you last say "I can do it!"?
Your answer!
Say it right
| Phrase | How to say it | Hear it |
|---|---|---|
| I'll get that. | I'll is short, one sound: /aɪl/. I'll GET that. | ▶ 1:39 |
| I'll clean it up. | I'll CLEAN it up. "clean it up" = one word: cleanidup | ▶ 1:51 |
| Do you want me to carry those? | Fast: d'you want me ta … CARRY those? ↗ | ▶ 1:39 |
| Can I help crack the eggies? | Friendly voice, goes up ↗ | ▶ 1:58 |
| Why don't you help Bluey? | Fast: why don'tcha HELP Bluey? | ▶ 3:55 |
| Let me clean this away for you. | Let me CLEAN this away for you. | ▶ 6:41 |
| No, Mum. I can do it. | I can DO it. | ▶ 6:45 |
More ways to offer
| Phrase | When? |
|---|---|
| Do you want me to…? | Family and friends |
| Would you like me to…? | More polite: teachers, adults you don't know well. Would you like me to open the window? |
| Shall I…? | Polite, very British. Shall I get you a glass of water? |
| How about I…? | Friendly idea. Mum: How about I sort this out and you get started on the eggs? |
| I don't need help. | Careful! It can sound rude. Better: No, it's okay, thanks. |
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Practice
A. I'll + verb
Drag a word into a gap, or tap a word and then tap a gap. Tap a filled gap to take the word out.
The phone is ringing! — I'll it.
It's so dark in here. — I'll on the light.
Oh no, I spilled my juice! — Don't worry, I'll it up.
I'm so thirsty! — I'll you some water.
This bag is really heavy. — I'll it for you.
I can't open this jar. — I'll it for you.
I don't understand this maths problem. — I'll it to you.
I'm hungry! — I'll you a sandwich.
B. Choose the best phrase
Your grandma has a lot of shopping bags. "____ carry them for you?"
Your friend is bored at home. "____ come to my house?"
Your dad is cooking. You want to help. "____ help?"
Your little cousin can't tie his shoes. "____ do it for you."
Your teacher has a lot of books. (polite) "____ help you?"
Mum: "Can you help me?" You: "Sure, ____ do it now."
Your friend offers to help, but you're almost finished.
Your sister offers to carry your heavy bag. You're happy.
C. Make it a question: Do you want me to…?
I'll carry your bag. → Do you want me to carry your bag?
I'll open the window.
I'll make you a sandwich.
I'll help you with your homework.
I'll call Grandma.
I'll walk the dog.
I'll turn off the TV.
I'll wash the dishes.
I'll get you a blanket.
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What do you say?
Situations
Read the situation. Say an offer or a suggestion. Then open the example.
Your mum comes home with three heavy shopping bags.
Example
Do you want me to carry them? / Let me take one!
Your friend forgot her pencil case at home.
Example
Don't worry, I'll give you a pen.
Your dad can't find his car keys, and he's late.
Example
I'll look in the kitchen! / Why don't you check your jacket?
Your grandma doesn't know how to send a photo on her phone.
Example
Let me show you. / Do you want me to do it?
Your teacher drops a pile of papers.
Example
Would you like me to help you? / I'll pick them up.
A new girl at school is sitting alone at lunch.
Example
Why don't you sit with us?
Your little cousin can't reach a cup on the shelf.
Example
I'll get it for you. / Let me get it.
Your friend's phone is dead, and she needs to call her mum.
Example
Do you want to use my phone?
Your mum is very tired after work, and dinner isn't ready.
Example
Why don't you sit down? I'll make some pasta!
Your friend doesn't understand the homework.
Example
Do you want me to explain it? / Why don't you ask the teacher?
About you
Finish the sentences. Make them true for you.
At home, I often offer to…
I always say "I can do it!" when…
I don't like it when people help me with…
In my family, the person who always says "I'll do it!" is… because…
The last time I helped someone, I said "…"
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Your turn
Birthday breakfast
It's your mum's birthday. You are making her breakfast in bed. Your little sister (your teacher) wants to help with everything! Be kind, but don't let her break everything.
I'll…Let me…Do you want me to…?Why don't you…?No, it's okay…Be careful!
Can I help? Can I help? I want to help!
you answer…
I'll crack the eggs! Give me the eggs!
you answer…
Oops… I dropped an egg.
you answer…
Can I carry the hot pan?
you answer…
I don't want to make a card. It's boring!
you answer…
What can I do now? I have nothing to do!
you answer…
Mum is coming downstairs! Quick!
you answer…
Do you think Mum will like it?
you answer…
Let's talk
- Tell about a time you helped someone in your family. What did you say? (I'll… / Let me…)
- Who in your family always says "I can do it!"? Tell a story. (No, it's okay. I can do it.)
- Your friend comes to your home for the first time. What can you offer her? Say 5 offers. (Do you want me to…? / I'll…)
- When is it better to say "No, thanks, I can do it"? Why? (No, it's okay…)
- A little kid wants to help you, but they make a mess. What can you say to be kind? (Why don't you…?)
- Your friend is stressed before a test. Give her 3 ideas. (Why don't you…?)
- Plan a birthday surprise for someone in your family. Who does what? (I'll… / Why don't you…?)
- "You can't make an omelette without breaking a few eggs." What does it mean? Do you agree? (Can you think of an example?)
Today I can…
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Watch again
▶ 7 min Watch the whole episode "Omelette" again.
Put the story in order (1–8)
Mum makes an omelette quickly by herself.
Bluey and Bingo say "Happy birthday!" to Dad.
Dad says it's the best omelette of his life.
Bingo says she wants to help with the omelette.
Bingo plays with the salt and pepper soldiers.
Mum makes a plan: Mum cooks, Bluey sets the tray, Bingo makes a card.
Mum asks Bingo to help her make another omelette.
Bingo makes a mess with the eggs.
Answer the questions
Why does Mum want to cook fast?
Example answer
Because Dad gets cranky when he's hungry.
What does Dad eat while he's waiting?
Example answer
He eats celery. Then he wants to eat a plant!
What does the big guard say to the little guard in Bingo's game?
Example answer
He says she's not a proper guard and she must stay at home.
How does Bingo feel when Mum says, "It might be quicker if I do it"?
Example answer
She feels sad. She thinks she isn't good at helping.
Voice message
Record a voice message (1 minute) and send it to your teacher. Tell 3 things you remember about the episode. Which part was the funniest?
Then paste them in a message to your teacher.
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Kitchen words
Fill in the gaps
Drag a word into a gap, or tap a word and then tap a gap. Tap a filled gap to take the word out.
For Dad's birthday, the kids made him .
I need a big to mix the eggs.
The bowls are in the next to the fridge.
Be careful when you the eggs!
Yuck! There's an in my omelette!
Bingo dropped the eggs and made a big on the floor.
Use some to clean up the juice.
Bluey put a plate, a fork and a cup on the .
When Dad is hungry, he gets .
My mum's pancakes are amazing. Pancakes are her !
Funny phrases from the episode
"Let's get cracking!" means…
"Give it a good whack!" means…
"Birthday boy" is…
Bingo says "eggies" and Bluey says "brekkie". These are…
Voice message
Say 5 sentences about your kitchen or your family's breakfast. Use words from today. Example: Our bowls are in the cupboard under the window.
Then paste them in a message to your teacher.
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I'll do it!
I'll + verb = I decide now / I offer to help.
"Oops, I spilled it!" — "It's okay. I'll clean it up."
Finish the offers
"I'm cold." — I'll the window.
"There's no milk in the fridge." — I'll some at the shop.
"The dog wants to go out." — I'll him for a walk.
"I can't hear the TV." — I'll it up.
"Oh no, I broke a glass!" — Don't move! I'll it up.
"I'm hungry!" — I'll you a sandwich.
"My phone battery is dead." — I'll it for you.
"I forgot my pen." — I'll you mine.
"The plants look very dry." — I'll them.
"Someone is at the door!" — I'll it.
Write the offer
Write the full sentence with I'll.
Your friend: "This box is so heavy!"
Your mum: "We need some bread for breakfast."
Your brother: "I don't know how to spell this word."
Your grandma: "I can't find my glasses."
Voice message
Read all your offers out loud. Say I'll short: /aɪl/, like Mum at ▶ 1:39
Then paste them in a message to your teacher.
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Offers and ideas
Make questions with "Do you want me to…?"
I'll carry your bag. → Do you want me to carry your bag?
I'll help you with your bag.
I'll make you some tea.
I'll read you a story.
I'll turn on the light.
Give ideas with "Why don't you…?"
Idea: call your friend. → Why don't you call your friend?
Idea: ask your teacher.
Idea: take a break.
Idea: wear your warm jacket.
Idea: go to bed early.
Be Bingo! (shadowing)
▶ 1:39–2:16 The scene with the eggs and the paper towels.
- Watch the scene once.
- Watch again. Stop after every line and repeat it. Copy the voice: fast, slow, happy, sad.
- Now turn the sound off. Play the scene and say Bingo's lines yourself!
Voice message
Record yourself as Bingo (step 3) and send it to your teacher.
Then paste them in a message to your teacher.
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Yes, please! No, thanks!
Choose the best answer
Mum: "Do you want me to help with your homework?" You really need help.
Friend: "Let me carry your bag." Your bag is very light.
Dad: "Can I help you with that?" You're almost finished.
Grandma: "Shall I make you some pancakes?" You love pancakes.
Teacher: "Would you like me to explain it again?" You don't understand.
Little brother: "I'll help you clean your room!" He always makes a mess.
Friend: "Do you want me to save you a seat?"
Mum: "Why don't you wear your jacket? It's cold."
Tell the story (past simple)
Write 5 sentences about the episode. Use: wanted, dropped, made, said, felt, played, asked, ate.
Example
It was Dad's birthday. Mum wanted to make him an omelette. Bingo wanted to help, but she made a mess. Mum made the omelette by herself, and Bingo felt sad. Then Mum asked Bingo to help, and Dad said it was the best omelette ever.
Voice message
Tell the whole story of "Omelette" (1–2 minutes). Use your sentences, and add 3 phrases from the episode: I'll clean it up. / Do you want me to…? / I can do it!
Then paste them in a message to your teacher.
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In your life
What do you say?
Write what you say. Use: I'll… / Let me… / Do you want me to…? / Can I help…? / Why don't you…? / No, it's okay…
Your friend comes to your home. She looks hungry.
Example
Do you want me to make you a sandwich?
Your mum has a headache.
Example
Let me get you some water. / Why don't you lie down?
Your grandpa can't find his glasses.
Example
I'll help you look for them.
Your friend wants a present for her mum, but she has no ideas.
Example
Why don't you make her a card?
Your little cousin wants to help you bake a cake.
Example
Why don't you mix the flour and the sugar?
Your family is going on a picnic. Someone has to bring the food.
Example
I'll make the sandwiches!
Your friend is worried about a test tomorrow.
Example
Do you want me to help you study? / Why don't we study together?
Someone wants to help you, but you want to do it yourself.
Example
No, it's okay, thanks. I can do it.
Voice message
Read all 8 answers out loud. Then tell your teacher: who did you help this week, and what did you say?
Then paste them in a message to your teacher.
Bluey Week 1 · "Omelette"