My Brother’s Daily Routine

What does a typical day look like for an energetic eight-year-old? In this short story, we follow Lucas through his school, playtime, and family routine. It’s a great way to learn and practice vocabulary related to daily activities, time expressions, and hobbies.

As you read, pay attention to how Lucas’s day is organized—from morning classes to evening dinner. You’ll also notice verbs and phrases that describe actions and routines. After the story, you’ll find exercises to help you use this vocabulary in your own life.

Part 3 - My Brother's Day

Lucas is an eight-year-old boy, and his day is always full of different activities. He starts his day by going to school at 8 AM. At school, he studies many subjects, but his favorites are math and English. After school, he doesn't go straight home. He goes to the park to play soccer with his friends. After his fun afternoon, he goes home to do his homework. He has dinner with his family at 7 PM and goes to bed early. He is a very happy boy who loves his busy day. He has a lot of energy and always looks forward to playing with his friends.

Exercises

Vocabulary & Comprehension

True or False?

1. ____ Lucas is a happy boy.
2. ____ Lucas's favorite subject is science.
3. ____ He goes to the park to play soccer.
4. ____ He goes to bed late.

Answer the questions:

1. What time does Lucas go to school?
2. What are his favorite subjects?
3. What does he do after his fun afternoon at the park?

Grammar

Fix the mistake:

1. Lucas go to school at 8 AM.
2. He love his busy day.
3. His day are full of different activities.

Personalization & Speaking

Answer the questions:

1. What is your favorite subject at school?
2. Do you have a lot of energy? What do you do for fun?

Answer Key

True or False: A-True / B-False / C-True / D-False

Answer the questions: A-He goes to school at 8 AM / B-His favorite subjects are math and English / C-He goes home to do his homework.

Fix the mistake: A-Lucas goes to school at 8 AM / B-He loves his busy day / C-His day is full of different activities.

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Making Breakfast: A Family Morning Routine

Breakfast is more than just food—it's a moment of connection, routine, and care. In this short story, we meet Maria and her family as they begin their day together around the kitchen table.

Part 2 - Making Breakfast

Every morning, Maria is in the kitchen to make a big breakfast for her family. She is very organized. She has fresh bread, scrambled eggs, and milk on the table for everyone. Lucas loves to eat eggs, so he is very happy. Sofia likes to drink a big glass of milk with her meal. Her dad, Leo, is a big fan of coffee. He drinks one cup every day. The family sits together and eats. They talk about their plans for the day before they all leave for their busy schedules. This time is very important to them as a family.

Exercises

Vocabulary & Comprehension

1. True or False?

1. ____ Maria makes breakfast every day.

2. ____ Lucas loves to eat bread.

3. ____ Leo drinks coffee.

2. Answer the questions:

1. What three things are on the table for breakfast?

2. What do they talk about during breakfast?

Grammar

3. Fix the mistake:

1. Maria make breakfast for her family.

2. Lucas love to eat eggs.

3. Her dad, Leo, are a big fan of coffee.

Personalization & Speaking

4. Answer the questions:

1. What do you eat and drink for breakfast?

2. Is breakfast an important meal for you? Why or why not?

Answer Key

True or False: A-True / B-False / C-True

Answer the questions: A-Fresh bread, scrambled eggs, and milk / B-They talk about their plans for the day.

Fix the mistake: A-Maria makes breakfast for her family / B-Lucas loves to eat eggs / C-Her dad, Leo, is a big fan of coffee.

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Master Your Morning: English Vocabulary for Daily Routine

What are the first things you do in the morning? In this story, you will learn about a family’s daily routine. Identify the key phrases you can also use to talk about your morning routine. This is a great way to start building your fluency.

Part 1 - Morning Rush

The alarm clock rings loudly at 6:30 AM, signaling the start of a busy day for the Miller family. Leo is the first to get up. He stretches his arms, puts on his slippers, and quietly goes to the kitchen. He prepares coffee and puts bread in the toaster. A few minutes later, his wife, Maria, wakes up and goes to the bathroom to get ready for her job. The two children, Lucas and Sofia, are a little slow, but they finally get out of bed at 7:00. They brush their teeth and eat breakfast quickly. By 7:45 AM, the family is out the door and on their way to school and work. It is a busy but fun start to their day.

Exercises

Vocabulary & Comprehension

1. True or False?

1. ____ The family wakes up at 7:00 AM.

2. ____ Leo is the first person to wake up.

3. ____ The children eat a slow breakfast.

4. ____ The family goes to school and work at 7:45 AM.

2. Match the person with their action:

1. Leo	A. ____ gets dressed
2. María	B. ____ brushes their teeth
3. Lucas and Sofía	C. ____ prepares coffee

Grammar

3. Choose the correct verb:

1. The alarm clock rings / ring loudly at 6:30 AM.

2. Leo go / goes to the kitchen.

3. The children eat / eats breakfast quickly.

4. Maria get / gets ready for her job.

Personalization & Speaking

4. Answer the questions:

1. What time do you wake up on a normal day?

2. Do you have a morning routine? What do you do?

Answer Key

True or False: A-False / B-True / C-False / D-True

Match the person with their action: 1-C / 2-A / 3-B

Choose the correct verb: A-rings / B-goes / C-eat / D-gets

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