- T greets Ss, asks them how they are doing. - T asks Ss to look at the pictures while thinking about the different stages of life - T asks Ss to think about if there are any moments from their past or present that stand out

T asks Ss to listen to the audio and identify important facts from the speakers' lives T instructs Ss to take notes while listening

T provides Ss with some useful language to use later when doing the speaking task. The phrases are grouped into two categories: 'to explain' and 'to ask'

T instructs Ss to work in pairs and explain their life circles to each other; answering any questions their partner has. T switches Ss around to have them practice with another partner

T provides Ss with feedback on content and language based on monitoring of the task.