A New Teacher: Learn English for School

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

1. True or False?

1. Alex is a new student at the school.

2. Ms. Diaz is a short woman.

3. Ms. Diaz is a math teacher.

2. Fill in the blanks with a word from the story:

1. Alex sees his new _______ in the classroom.

2. Ms. Diaz has a kind _____.

3. Alex feels _______ after their short conversation.

Grammar

3. Fix the mistake:

1. "I is Ms. Diaz."

2. "You are a student here?"

3. "It is nice to meet you." (No mistake)

Personalization & Speaking

4. Answer the questions:

1. What is your teacher's name?

2. 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)

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Talking About Hobbies: English for Your Free Time

Hobbies are a great way to connect with new people. In this story, you'll learn how to start talking about hobbies in English. You'll discover phrases for describing interests and finding common interests to keep the conversation going.

Text 2 - Talking About Hobbies

Sarah and Tom are still talking in the coffee shop. They want to find things they have in common. "What do you like to do in your free time?" Sarah asks. "I love to read books," Tom says. "I read for an hour every day." Sarah smiles. "That's cool! I like to read too." Then Tom asks, "Do you play any sports?" Sarah says, "Yes, I do! I play tennis on the weekends. It is a lot of fun." Tom says, "That's a nice hobby! I don't play tennis, but I love to watch basketball on TV." They are both happy because they have things to talk about.

Exercises

Vocabulary & Comprehension

1. True or False?

1. Sarah and Tom are in a library.

2. Tom likes to read books.

3. Sarah plays tennis on weekdays.

4. Tom likes to play basketball.

2. Fill in the blanks with a word from the story:

1. Tom reads for an ____ every day.

2. Sarah plays ____ on the weekends.

3. Tom loves to watch ____ on TV.

Grammar

3. Fix the mistake:

1. "I likes to read books."

2. "She play tennis on the weekends."

3. "He don't play tennis, but I love to watch basketball."

Personalization & Speaking

4. Answer the questions:

1. What are three of your hobbies?

2. What do you like to do in your free time?

Answer Key

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

Fill in the blanks with a word from the story: A-hour / B-tennis / C-basketball

Fix the mistake: A-"I like to read books." / B-"She plays tennis on the weekends." / C-"He doesn't play tennis, but I love to watch basketball."

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The First Conversation: English for Meeting People

Do you want to make a great first impression? This story will teach you everything you need to know for a first conversation in English. You'll learn how to start a chat by introducing yourself and using common greetings.

Text 1 - First Conversation

Sarah is in a new city. She goes to a coffee shop and sits at a small table. A young man, whose name is Tom, sits at the table next to her. He smiles at her. "Hello," he says. "I am Tom. What is your name?" Sarah smiles back. "Hello, I am Sarah," she replies. "Are you from this city?" Tom asks. "No, I am not," says Sarah. "I am from Spain. I am here for work." Tom says, "That's cool! I am from here. I am a student." They talk for a few more minutes. They are both happy to meet a new person in the city.

Exercises

Vocabulary & Comprehension

1. True or False?

1. Sarah is in a coffee shop.

2. Tom is from a new city.

3. Sarah is here for work.

4. Tom is a doctor.

2. Fill in the blanks with a word from the story:

1. Tom is a young man whose name is ____.

2. Sarah is from _____.

3. They are happy to meet a new _____.

Grammar

3. Fix the mistake:

1. "I is Tom."

2. "You is from this city?"

3. "No, I not am from this city."

Personalization & Speaking

4. Answer the questions:

1. When you meet a new person, what do you like to talk about?

2. What are three things you can say when you introduce yourself?

Answer Key

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

Fill in the blanks with a word from the story: A-Tom / B-Spain / c-person

Fix the mistake: A-"I am Tom." / B-"Are you from this city?" / C-"No, I am not from this city."

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Having Friends Over: English for Welcoming Guests

Ready to invite people over to your new place? This story will teach you essential phrases for having friends over. You'll learn how to practice welcoming guests and what to say during your very own housewarming party.

Text 8 - Having Friends Over

Laura and Mike are having friends over to their new home for the first time. They are very excited. Their friends, Jack and Lisa, arrive in the evening. Laura shows them the new living room. Jack and Lisa say the room is big and beautiful. They sit on the new sofa and talk. Laura brings drinks from the kitchen. Mike brings a big bowl of snacks. Everyone is happy and having a great time. They laugh and talk all night long. Laura and Mike are happy because their new house is a place where they can share with friends. It feels like a true home now.

Exercises

Vocabulary & Comprehension

1. True or False?

1. Jack and Lisa are Laura and Mike's friends.

2. Laura brings snacks to the living room.

3. The friends think the new living room is beautiful.

2. Fill in the blanks with a word from the story:

1. Laura and Mike are having friends over for the first ____.

2. Jack and Lisa sit on the new ____.

3. Everyone is happy and having a great ____.

Grammar

3. Fix the mistake:

1. Laura and Mike is very excited.

2. Laura bring drinks from the kitchen.

3. They laughs and talk all night long.

Personalization & Speaking

4. Answer the questions:

1. Do you like to have friends over to your home? Why or why not?

2. What do you do when you have friends over?

Answer Key

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

Fill in the blanks with a word from the story: A-time / B-sofa / C-time

Fix the mistake: A-Laura and Mike are very excited / B-Laura brings drinks from the kitchen / C-They laugh and talk all night long.

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A Rainy Day Inside: English for Home Activities

Don't let a rainy day stop you from learning! This story is all about rainy day activities at home. You'll learn new phrases for staying indoors and talking about all the things you do at home for fun.

Text 7 - A Rainy Day Inside

It is Saturday, and it is raining all day. Laura and Mike are happy to stay inside their new house. They are in the living room. Mike is reading a book on the new sofa. Laura is looking at a magazine and listening to music. Their children, Sarah and Tom, are playing a game on the floor. Sarah is building a house with blocks. Tom is drawing a picture of a car. He loves to draw. The family is relaxed and comfortable in their new home. They are all happy to spend a quiet afternoon together inside the house. A rainy day is a perfect day for the family to be together.

Exercises

Vocabulary & Comprehension

1. Who is it?

1. It is the day when it rains.

2. They are in the living room and playing a game on the floor.

3. He is reading a book on the sofa.

4. She is looking at a magazine.

2. True or False?

1. ____ It is raining outside.

2. ____ Mike is drawing a picture.

3. ____ The children are playing a game together.

4. ____ The family is happy to be inside the house.

Grammar

3. Fix the mistake:

1. Laura and Mike is happy to stay inside.

2. Mike is read a book on the sofa.

3. Laura is look at a magazine.

Personalization & Speaking

4. Answer the questions:

1. What do you like to do on a rainy day?

2. What is one of your favorite games to play?

Answer Key

Who is it? A-Saturday / B-Sarah and Tom / C-Mike / D-Laura

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

Fix the mistake: A-Laura and Mike are happy to stay inside / B-Mike is reading a book on the sofa / C-Laura is looking at a magazine.

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