In this short story, we follow Lucas and Sofia as they get ready for bed. It’s a peaceful moment filled with routines, family care, and quiet joy. You’ll learn vocabulary related to evening habits, bedtime expressions, and family connection. Let’s wind down with the Miller children and practice English through their nighttime ritual.
Part 7 - Getting Ready for Bed
It is 9 PM, and the long day is coming to an end for the Miller children. Lucas and Sofia are in their pajamas, getting ready for bed. They brush their teeth and wash their faces. Their father, Leo, sits with them and reads a story from their favorite book. After the story, they are tucked into their warm beds. They say "good night" to their parents, and their parents say, "Sleep tight." It is a peaceful end to a busy day. The children are happy and tired, and they fall asleep dreaming about their next adventure. They have a good routine.
Exercises
Vocabulary & Comprehension
True or False?
The story takes place in the morning.
The children wash their faces.
The father reads a story.
The children are sad and tired.
Order the events from the story:
The children get into bed. ___
Their father reads a story. ___
The children brush their teeth. ___
Grammar
Fix the mistake:
Lucas and Sofia is in their pajamas.
Their father read a story to them.
The children say "good night" to their parents, and their parents says "Sleep tight."
Personalization & Speaking
Answer the questions:
What time do you go to bed?
What are three things you do to get ready for bed?
Answer Key
True or False? A-False / B-True / C-True / D-False
Order the events from the story: A-3 / B-2 / C-1
Fix the mistake: A-Lucas and Sofia are in their pajamas / B-Their father reads a story to them / C-The children say "good night" to their parents, and their parents say "Sleep tight."