《Going to the Hospital》

Teacher:
Lam So Man
Author:
Anne Civardi
Summary:
This book is about Ben. One day, Ben is not feeling well. His mother takes him to see the doctor. Then the doctor says he needs to have an operation and so he stays in the hospital for a few days. In the hospital, there are some rules he needs to follow before having an operation, during the operation and after the operation. Ben is not the only child in the hospital. There are a lot of children he can play with after having the operation. Ben is so brave. Finally, he says goodbye to the doctor and the nurse and he is ready to go home.
Comment:
The writer introduces children in an amusing and friendly way, to situations they might find themselves in for the first time. You can learn a lot of vocabulary about different things you may see in the clinic or in the hospital. Also, you can have a deeper understanding of what happens when you stay in hospital. The language is easy to read. After reading this book, you will not be afraid of staying in hospital anymore.
Three simple questions and answers
1.What illness does Ben have?
He has a sore ear. (p.2)
2.What does the nurse do when Ben meets her?
She takes Ben’s temperature and pulse. She checks his blood pressure too. (p.5)
3.What does the doctor use to listen to Ben’s heartbeat?
A stethoscope. (P.6)