Maya and Ben learn to ask and answer about times at school through reading, drawing, lunch, and home time, helping children practise simple time questions and times of day.
PAGE 1
At school, Maya looked up at the clock. The big hand was near the 12, and the small hand was near the 9. “What time is it?” she asked.
Ben smiled. “It’s nine o’clock. It’s time for reading.” The teacher nodded, and the children opened their books.
PAGE 2
After reading, Maya saw the clock again. “What time is it now?” she asked.
Ben looked carefully. “It’s half past ten. It’s time for drawing.” Maya drew a sunny park, and Ben drew a red kite.
PAGE 3
Soon the bell sounded for lunch. Maya pointed to the clock. “What time is lunch?” she asked.
The helper smiled. “It’s one o’clock now. Lunchtime is here.” Maya and Ben ate soup, bread, and apples. They felt happy and full.
PAGE 4
Later, the sun shone through the windows. Maya asked, “What time is it now?”
Ben checked the clock and answered, “It’s three o’clock. It’s time to go home.” Maya waved and said, “See you tomorrow!” Ben smiled, “Yes, tomorrow at nine o’clock!”
Select Listen to play the saved British narration. If a page has no recording yet, you can still read the text.
Answer the questions after reading or listening to the story.