👵 The Oldest Person in the World
Jeanne Calment from France lived to 122 years old — the oldest person in history. She rode her bicycle until she was 100, ate chocolate every day, and started fencing at 85. Kane Tanaka from Japan lived to 119. She loved Coca-Cola, chocolate, and board games. Both women had daily routines, stayed active, and enjoyed life. This A1 article tells their stories and asks: what is the secret to a very long life?
Lesson Plan
- True story with vocabulary highlights
Key Vocabulary
Grammar Points
- Past simple for life stories
- Present simple for habits and facts
- When + past simple (time clauses)
- Comparatives and superlatives (oldest, longer)
- Because for giving reasons
