Making the move to your new home

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Our Agenda1. Agenda2. Objectives3. Introductions 4. Activity 1: Discussion 5. Activity 2: Vocabulary review6. Activity 3: Dialogue7. Activity 4: tips about moving to your new home 8. Activity 5: Case studies9. Activity 6: Dictation10. Reflection

Workshop Objectives

1. To learn 8 new words related to moving to your new home

2. To learn tips about moving to your new home

Introductions…

What is your name?

What is your country of origin?

Discussion

Activity 1

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Reflection

Have you moved to a new home lately?

Did you do it yourself, or did you hire a mover?

What tips can you share with us?

Let’s review vocabulary related to moving to a new home!

Activity 2

Activity one: Vocabulary Review

Member of a nationut

rate

reserve

checklist

dolly

midmonth

timeline

Bubble wrap

a schedule In the middle of the month

to put something aside for your use

Piece of equipment used for moving

specialized wrap used for moving

a fixed amount

to value something too low

underestimate

a list of things you need to do

Activity two: Fill-in-the-blank

1. Make a _______________ . This will help you remember all that you need to do.

2. A ____________ will make it easier to lift heavy objects.

3. Make sure you don’t ___________________ the amount of work you need to do.

4. You may be able to save money if you move ___________________ .

5. _________________ can be used to protect your possessions

6. If you hire a mover, confirm the _______________ before the work gets started!

7. I think it is important that you _________________ the mover in advance.

8. Make a solid _________________ before you begin your move.

dollyrate timeline checklist

midmonth underestimate Bubble wrap reserve

Listen!What are some moving tips discussed by Johanna and Len?

Activity 3

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Listen to a dialogue:

Johanna

Johanna

Len

Johanna

Len

Johanna

Len

LenHi Len. Are you ready to make your move?

Yes! I am so excited!

Do you have everything figured out?

Not yet, but I have been researching how to make the move easier.

Great idea! What have you come up with so far?

How can you do that?

Making a checklist of is very important.

Johanna

Len A checklist is a list of all the things you need to do to make the move a success.

A checklist?

Number one, never underestimate the amount of work to be done!

Listen to a dialogue:

Johanna

Len

Johanna

Len

Johanna

Len

Johanna

Len

Len Thanks so much!

What else is important?

Decide will you do the move yourself or hire a mover to do it. Either way, have a timeline for your work.

I can see why that would be important. Do you think you will do the move yourself.

Two things come to mind; a dolly and bubble wrap.

Anyway, if I make the move myself, do you think you could help me?

Is there any special equipment that you think you’ll need.

Johanna I can see why that could be important!

Sure! Just let me know your timeline.

I think so.

Let’s learn some useful tips about how to make the move to your new home!

Activity 4

A.Getting ready!

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1. Have your house cleaned professionally

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2. Change your address

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Advise your friends and credit card companies

3. Connect the internet

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Also don’t forget to

arrange the utilities!

4. Pack an overnight box

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For things that you may be

needing right away

5. Have a plan for children and pets

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You may be busy unpacking

Always be safe! If you doubt you can do it yourself have others help you or hire a professional!

One more thing!

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B. The move

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1. Create a timeline

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When do you take

possession?

1. Who will make the move?

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You or professional

movers?

If you do it yourself consider:

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Your budget

Distance

Amount of items

to be moved…

…and the weight of the items

Further Considerations

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Are you physically able to lift

heavy objects?

Do you have reliable friends that can help

you?

Have packing materials ready!

For breakable

items

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Make an inventory

Label the contents of

each box

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Hire a mover If the load is too heavy

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If the distance is

too far

When hiring a mover Check

references

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Insure your items

Confirm your

inventory

Let’s now consider some scenarios. Are these pros or cons of renting or buying?

Activity 5

Scenario OneSam is moving to his new house next month. What are some things he needs to consider at this point?

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Scenario TwoSukhwinder and Simbaljeet recently moved to their new home, but now they cannot find some very important documents.

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Scenario ThreeRobert moved to his new home. Unfortunately he was unable to use the internet because it will not be connected for three more days.

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Scenario FourDiana had a mover help move her belongings. After opening 3 boxes she realized there were several broken items.

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Scenario FiveRoberto moved himself because he wanted to save some money. Two days later he had severe knee pain.

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Dictation

Write what you hear!

Activity 6

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Dictation 1

Before beginning the move, make an inventory of all your items.

Dictation 2

In deciding to move yourself or hiring someone, consider your budget and the distance of the move.

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Dictation 3 Pack a box filled with things you will need the first two days at your new place.

Dictation 4 Before you move into your new home, have it professionally cleaned. You will feel much more comfortable.

Dictation 5

Before you hire a mover be sure to check their references and insure your items.

Reflection

What did you learn today? 8 new words related to moving

to your new home Important tips related to

moving to your new home

Thanks for coming!