2026 Miyagi Gakuin Junior High School
3rd English Recitation Contest
3rd English Recitation Contest
This is the third year of the Miyagi Gakuin Junior High School English Recitation Contest. We want to invite all 5th Grade and 6th Grade Elementary School students who are interested in English, to come and show off their English skills. This is a platform for your to show your skills and your passion for English. Plus there is a chance for some great prizes!
Choose a text from below. Choose one that you are interested in. 下の4つのテキストから興味のあるものを1つ選んでください。
Register at the link above or here.
このウェブサイトに設置されている「申し込みはこちら」のボタンをクリックし、お申し込みください。
Check the judging criteria below, prepare your recitation according to these guidelines.
下に掲載されてある審査基準を確認し、それを意識しながら練習に取り組んでください。
Come to Miyagi Gakuin on June 27th 6月27日(土)に宮城学院中学校にご来場ください。
Perform your speech in front of the Judges and other students. 参加者および付添者の前で、暗唱を発表します。
The Winner is announced on the day of the contest and presented with a trophy and prize. 入賞者はコンテストの最後に発表され、賞品を授与していただきます。
Today I want to talk about something very interesting: dinosaurs. Dinosaurs are very cool, and we can learn a lot about them. For example, did you know that they lived on Earth for about 165 million years? That is more than 500 times longer than humans!
There were many kinds of dinosaurs and they all looked very different. Some of them were bigger than a house, but others were no bigger than a chicken. Some walked on two legs, while others walked on four. Some had horns or large scales, while others had wings or beaks.
They also behaved differently. Some of them ate meat, like Tyrannosaurus, but many of them ate plants. Some dinosaurs lived alone, but others lived in groups, like a big family. Maybe parents even took care of their children, like we do.
One of the great things about dinosaurs is that we are learning new things about them every day. In the past, people thought all dinosaurs looked like big lizards, but now we know that some dinosaurs had feathers, like birds.
Also, scientists used to think that dinosaurs were not very smart. That is true for some dinosaurs, but we now know that many of them were quite clever. For example, some dinosaurs may have hunted in groups or worked together to find food. This shows they could plan and work together.
For all of these reasons, I think dinosaurs are wonderful. Please try to learn about them yourself. I think you will have a great time!
Let me ask you a question. How often do you listen to music? Maybe some of you don’t listen to music very often, but I think many of you listen to music all the time. I love music, and today I want to tell you why.
First of all, music can change your mood. When you feel sad, music can make you feel better. When you feel stressed, music can help you calm down. Music can also help you focus when you study, or give you energy when you exercise. This really shows the power of music.
Second, music can bring people together. When you like an artist or band, you can talk with other people about it. When you go to concerts, you can meet many other fans. And if you can play an instrument, you can play it with your friends. In these ways, music truly helps to connect people.
Third, music can tell a story. Of course, artists often tell a story with the words in their songs. But music can also tell a story with its sound. You can close your eyes and listen to a story without words. That is what makes music unique.
Maybe you already love music and you know all of this. But if you don’t, you should give music a chance. There are so many different kinds of music and so many songs. Please try to listen to many different songs and I’m sure you will find something magical.
I have a question for you. Do you often spend time in nature? For example, do you go hiking in the mountains or forests? Maybe some of you do, but I think many of you don’t. I love nature, and today I want to tell you why.
First of all, nature is good for our mind. When you listen to birds singing, or the sound of leaves moving in the wind, you feel happier and more relaxed. The air is also cleaner and healthier than city air. It will make you feel refreshed. Nature is also good for your body. Walking in a forest or climbing a mountain is a great way to stay fit and healthy.
Of course, nature can be dangerous. There are wild animals, such as boars and bears. You can get lost in nature, or get into trouble because of bad weather. That is why it is important to respect nature and to be careful.
Also, we have to protect nature. Sometimes people leave trash or food behind. Other people sometimes take flowers or rocks home. Nature is important, so we have to take good care of it and always follow the rules.
In conclusion, nature is wonderful for your body and mind. It can make you healthier and happier. Just make sure to be careful and don’t do any damage. As people often say, “Take only pictures and leave only footprints.”
What is your favorite food? Maybe it is sushi, curry, or pizza. We all eat every day, but have you ever thought about why food is so important? Today, I want to share three reasons why food is amazing.
First, food is fuel for our bodies. Just like a car needs gasoline to move, we need food to grow, run, and think. Eating healthy food, like vegetables and fish, gives us the vitamins we need to stay strong. When we eat well, we have more energy to play with our friends and study at school.
Second, food is a way to learn about the world. Every country has its own special dishes. For example, if you eat tacos, you can learn about Mexico. If you eat pasta, you can learn about Italy. Food is like a bridge that connects different cultures. By trying new things, we can travel the world without leaving our kitchen!
Third, food brings people together. Think about your dinner time. When you eat with your family or friends, you talk about your day and laugh together. Cooking for someone is a great way to show that you care about them.
Food is more than just something to fill our stomachs. It gives us health, knowledge, and happiness. So, the next time you eat, please remember to be grateful for the food on your plate!
Clarity: How clear and understandable is the student's pronunciation? 発音がはっきりしているかどうか。
Accuracy: Are the sounds of English pronounced correctly? 発音が正しいかどうか。
Intonation: Does the student use appropriate rising and falling tones? 内容に合わせて適切な抑揚をつけて話しているか。
Smoothness: Does the student speak without frequent pauses or hesitations? 中断することなく、話せているかどうか。
Pace: Is the recitation delivered at an appropriate speed, neither too fast nor too slow? 話すスピードは適切かどうか。
Naturalness: Does the student sound natural and comfortable while speaking? 自然な英語で話せているかどうか。
Emotion: Does the student convey the appropriate emotions and feelings of the text? 内容に沿った感情表現ができているか。
Voice modulation: Does the student vary their tone, pitch, and volume effectively? 内容に合わせて声のトーンや速さ、音量を変えているか。
Gestures and facial expressions: Are gestures and facial expressions used to enhance the delivery? 身振りや顔の表情を効果的に使っているか。
Understanding: Does the student demonstrate a clear understanding of the text being recited? 内容をしっかりと理解して話しているか。
Interpretation: Does the student effectively convey the meaning and message of the text? テキストの意味やメッセージを効果的に伝えているか。
Audience connection: Does the student engage the audience through eye contact and body language? アイコンタクトや身振りを使っているか。
Confidence: Does the student demonstrate confidence and enthusiasm in their delivery? 自信と熱意を持って話しているか。
Overall impact: How effectively does the recitation capture and maintain the audience's attention? 聞き手に関心を持たせることができているか。