Going back to school or starting a new class? This story teaches you what to say when meeting a new teacher. You'll learn essential school vocabulary and how to feel comfortable talking about classes with others.
Text 3 - A Teacher at School
Alex is a new student at the local language school. He feels a little nervous. He walks into his classroom and sees his new teacher, Ms. Diaz. She is a tall woman with a kind smile. She says, "Hello, I am Ms. Diaz, your English teacher. What is your name?" Alex says, "Hello, I am Alex. It is nice to meet you." Ms. Diaz asks, "Are you a student here?" Alex replies, "Yes, I am a new student." Ms. Diaz says, "Welcome to the class, Alex! I am very happy to have you here." Alex feels better after their short conversation. He is happy to have such a friendly teacher. He is ready to learn English.
Exercises
Vocabulary & Comprehension
True or False?
Alex is a new student at the school.
Ms. Diaz is a short woman.
Ms. Diaz is a math teacher.
Fill in the blanks with a word from the story:
Alex sees his new _______ in the classroom.
Ms. Diaz has a kind _____.
Alex feels _______ after their short conversation.
Grammar
Fix the mistake:
"I is Ms. Diaz."
"You are a student here?"
"It is nice to meet you." (No mistake)
Personalization & Speaking
Answer the questions:
What is your teacher's name?
What do you say to your teacher when you meet them for the first time?
Answer Key
True or False? A-True / B-False / C-False
Fill in the blanks with a word from the story: A- / B-teacher / C-smile / D-better
Fix the mistake: A-"I am Ms. Diaz." / B-"Are you a student here?" / C-"It is nice to meet you." (No mistake)