A2 - Set 1: Begin Your 3000-Word Journey

📝 Vocabulary List

  • ability /əˈbɪl.ə.ti/ (n.)
    She has the ability to learn languages quickly.

    able /ˈeɪ.bəl/ (adj.)
    He is able to swim very well.

    abroad /əˈbrɔːd/ (adv.)
    My sister lives abroad in Spain.

    accept /əkˈsept/ (v.)
    They didn’t accept my invitation.

    accident /ˈæk.sɪ.dənt/ (n.)
    He broke his leg in a car accident.

    according to /əˈkɔː.dɪŋ tuː/ (prep.)
    According to the news, it will rain today.

    achieve /əˈtʃiːv/ (v.)
    She worked hard to achieve her goals.

    act /ækt/ (v.)
    He wants to act in films one day.

    active /ˈæk.tɪv/ (adj.)
    My grandmother is still very active.

    actually /ˈæk.tʃu.ə.li/ (adv.)
    I’m not tired. I’m actually full of energy.

    adult /ˈæd.ʌlt/ (adj.)
    This movie is only for adult viewers.

    advantage /ədˈvɑːn.tɪdʒ/ (n.)
    Speaking English is an advantage in many jobs.

    adventure /ədˈven.tʃər/ (n.)
    We went on an exciting adventure in the forest.

    advertise /ˈæd.və.taɪz/ (v.)
    They advertise new products on social media.

    advertisement /ədˈvɜː.tɪs.mənt/ (n.)
    I saw an advertisement for a new car.

    advertising /ˈæd.və.taɪ.zɪŋ/ (n.)
    He works in advertising and designs posters.

    affect /əˈfekt/ (v.)
    The weather can affect your mood.

    after /ˈɑːf.tər/ (conj., adv.)
    We went to a café after the movie.

    against /əˈɡenst/ (prep.)
    The chair is leaning against the wall.

    ah /ɑː/ (exclam.)
    Ah, now I understand!

    airline /ˈeə.laɪn/ (n.)
    We flew with a cheap airline to Italy.

    alive /əˈlaɪv/ (adj.)
    The fish is still alive!

    all /ɔːl/ (adv.)
    We all enjoyed the party.

    all right /ɔːl ˈraɪt/ (adj., adv., exclam.)
    Are you all right? Yes, I’m fine.

    allow /əˈlaʊ/ (v.)
    My parents don’t allow me to stay out late.

    almost /ˈɔːl.məʊst/ (adv.)
    I’ve almost finished my homework.

    alone /əˈləʊn/ (adj., adv.)
    She likes to walk alone in the park.

    along /əˈlɒŋ/ (prep., adv.)
    We walked along the river.

    already /ɔːlˈred.i/ (adv.)
    I’ve already eaten lunch.

    alternative /ɒlˈtɜː.nə.tɪv/ (n.)
    We need an alternative plan.

    although /ɔːlˈðəʊ/ (conj.)
    Although it was raining, we went out.

    among /əˈmʌŋ/ (prep.)
    She was sitting among her friends.

    amount /əˈmaʊnt/ (n.)
    A small amount of sugar is enough.

    ancient /ˈeɪn.ʃənt/ (adj.)
    They visited an ancient castle in Scotland.

    ankle /ˈæŋ.kəl/ (n.)
    He hurt his ankle while running.

    any /ˈen.i/ (adv.)
    Do you have any questions?

📖 Story Example


A New Adventure Abroad

Lena is a young woman with a special ability. She is very good at learning new languages. She is able to speak French and Spanish. One day, she decides to go abroad for the first time.

Her parents accept her idea, but they are worried about accidents or other problems. Lena says, “According to the guidebook, this country is very safe!” She wants to achieve her dream of becoming a travel writer.

Lena loves to act in local plays and stay active during her trips. “Actually,” she says, “I feel more alive when I travel.” She feels like an adult now, doing things on her own.

One big advantage of travelling is meeting new people. Every trip is a new adventure. She sees many advertisements for tours. One company wants to advertise in her blog. She now works in advertising too!

Sometimes the weather can affect her plans, but she always has fun. One day, after breakfast, she walks against the cold wind to the market. “Ah,” she says, “so many things to see!”

She travels by bus and sometimes by airline. She feels so alive when exploring. She wants to see all of the world.

“Is it all right to go alone?” her mum asks. “Yes, Mum. They allow solo travellers, and I’m almost ready.”

She goes to the station alone, walking along the road with her bag. Her ticket is already booked. She also checks the alternative routes in case of train delays.

Although she misses her family, she is happy among new friends. She counts the amount of money she has left. “I can buy gifts!”

She visits ancient towns and hurts her ankle while climbing stairs. But she doesn’t stop. “Do you need any help?” a local man asks. “No thanks, I’m fine!”

📝 Vocabulary List

  • anybody /ˈenibɒdi/
    pronoun
    Can anybody help me with this box?

    any more /ˈeni mɔː(r)/
    adverb
    I don’t live there any more.

    anyway /ˈeniweɪ/
    adverb
    I was tired, but I went to the party anyway.

    anywhere /ˈeniweə(r)/
    adverb, pronoun
    You can sit anywhere you like.

    app /æp/
    noun
    I use a weather app on my phone.

    appear /əˈpɪə(r)/
    verb
    He didn’t appear at school today.

    appearance /əˈpɪərəns/
    noun
    Her appearance has changed a lot.

    apply /əˈplaɪ/
    verb
    You can apply for the job online.

    architect /ˈɑːkɪtekt/
    noun
    My uncle is an architect who designs homes.

    architecture /ˈɑːkɪtektʃə(r)/
    noun
    London has beautiful old architecture.

    argue /ˈɑːɡjuː/
    verb
    They always argue about money.

    argument /ˈɑːɡjumənt/
    noun
    We had an argument, but now we’re fine.

    army /ˈɑːmi/
    noun
    He joined the army after school.

    arrange /əˈreɪndʒ/
    verb
    Can you arrange the chairs in a circle?

    arrangement /əˈreɪndʒmənt/
    noun
    We made an arrangement to meet at six.

    as /æz/
    adverb, conjunction
    He works as a teacher.
    As it was raining, we stayed home.

    asleep /əˈsliːp/
    adjective
    She is already asleep.

    assistant /əˈsɪstənt/
    noun, adjective
    I asked the shop assistant for help.
    She works in an assistant role.

    athlete /ˈæθliːt/
    noun
    He is a fast runner and a great athlete.

    attack /əˈtæk/
    noun, verb
    The dog’s attack was very sudden.
    The enemy attacked at night.

    attend /əˈtend/
    verb
    I will attend the meeting tomorrow.

    attention /əˈtenʃn/
    noun, exclamation
    Please pay attention in class.
    Attention! Everyone be quiet!

    attractive /əˈtræktɪv/
    adjective
    That building is very attractive.

    audience /ˈɔːdiəns/
    noun
    The audience clapped at the end.

    author /ˈɔːθə(r)/
    noun
    She is the author of many children’s books.

    available /əˈveɪləbl/
    adjective
    The teacher is available after class.

    average /ˈævərɪdʒ/
    adjective, noun
    My average score was 80%.
    He is an average student.

    avoid /əˈvɔɪd/
    verb
    Try to avoid eating too much sugar.

    award /əˈwɔːd/
    noun
    She won an award for best actor.

    awful /ˈɔːfl/
    adjective
    The food was awful. I couldn’t eat it.

    back /bæk/
    adjective
    I sat in the back row of the class.

    background /ˈbækɡraʊnd/
    noun
    The photo has a mountain in the background.

📖 Story Example


An Interesting Day at the Museum

Yesterday, anybody could visit the museum for free. I didn’t have any more work to do, so I said, “Anyway, I will go.” I looked around, but there wasn’t anywhere to sit. I opened a travel app to check the map.

As I walked, a man started to appear in the crowd. His appearance was strange—he wore an old hat and big glasses. I wanted to apply for a job at the museum, and he said he was an architect who worked there. He talked about the old architecture of the building.

Suddenly, two people began to argue near the front desk. The argument was loud, and a guard from the army came to stop them. The museum staff had to arrange people into lines again. They said it was for safety. This new arrangement made everything better.

As I moved to the next room, I saw a woman who was asleep on a bench! A shop assistant walked by and smiled. He was kind and helpful. He looked like an athlete, very fit and fast.

Suddenly, there was an attack! No, not a real one. It was part of a war display. I was surprised, but I loved it. Many people came to attend the event. The guide said, “Attention, everyone! The show is starting!”

The main hall was full. The museum looked very attractive. The audience sat and listened. The author of a history book gave a talk. He said the book was now available in the gift shop.

The day was great. The weather was average, but the visit was amazing. I wanted to avoid big crowds, but I’m happy I came. At the end, they gave me an award for answering all the quiz questions.

“Wow,” I said, “This isn’t awful at all!”

Now I’m back at home, sitting on my back porch. The museum is still in my background, and I’m thinking about my next trip!

📝 Vocabulary List

  • badly (adv.) /ˈbæd.li/
    – He hurt his leg badly during the game.

    bar (n.) /bɑː(r)/
    – We met at the coffee bar near the station.

    baseball (n.) /ˈbeɪs.bɔːl/
    – He plays baseball every weekend.

    based (adj.) /beɪst/
    – The film is based on a true story.

    basketball (n.) /ˈbɑː.skɪt.bɔːl/
    – I love watching basketball games on TV.

    bean (n.) /biːn/
    – I eat rice and beans for lunch.

    bear (n., animal) /beə(r)/
    – A bear lives in the forest.

    beat (v.) /biːt/
    – Our team beat the other team 3–0.

    beef (n.) /biːf/
    – She cooked beef stew for dinner.

    before (conj., adv.) /bɪˈfɔː(r)/
    – Wash your hands before you eat.

    behave (v.) /bɪˈheɪv/
    – Please behave in class.

    behaviour (n.) /bɪˈheɪ.vjə(r)/
    – The teacher praised his good behaviour.

    belong (v.) /bɪˈlɒŋ/
    – That bag doesn’t belong to me.

    belt (n.) /belt/
    – His trousers need a belt.

    benefit (n.) /ˈben.ɪ.fɪt/
    – Exercise has many benefits for your health.

    best (adv., n.) /best/
    – She is the best dancer in our class.

    better (adv.) /ˈbet.ə(r)/
    – I feel better today than yesterday.

    between (adv.) /bɪˈtwiːn/
    – He sat between his friends.

    billion (number) /ˈbɪl.jən/
    – There are over seven billion people in the world.

    bin (n.) /bɪn/
    – Please put the rubbish in the bin.

    biology (n.) /baɪˈɒl.ə.dʒi/
    – We are learning about plants in biology class.

    birth (n.) /bɜːθ/
    – Her baby’s birth was last week.

    biscuit (n.) /ˈbɪs.kɪt/
    – Would you like a cup of tea and a biscuit?

    bit (n.) /bɪt/
    – Can I have a bit of your cake?

    blank (adj., n.) /blæŋk/
    – Please fill in the blank spaces on the form.

    blood (n.) /blʌd/
    – The nurse took a blood sample.

    blow (v.) /bləʊ/
    – Don’t blow out the candle yet.

    board (n.) /bɔːd/
    – The teacher wrote on the white board.

    boil (v.) /bɔɪl/
    – I will boil some water for tea.

    bone (n.) /bəʊn/
    – He broke a bone in his arm.

    book (v.) /bʊk/
    – I will book a table at the restaurant.

    borrow (v.) /ˈbɒr.əʊ/
    – Can I borrow your pen?

    boss (n.) /bɒs/
    – My boss is very kind.

    bottom (n., adj.) /ˈbɒt.əm/
    – The ball is at the bottom of the box.

    bowl (n.) /bəʊl/
    – She gave me a bowl of soup.

    brain (n.) /breɪn/
    – The brain controls your body.

    bridge (n.) /brɪdʒ/
    – We walked across the bridge.

    bright (adj.) /braɪt/
    – The sun is very bright today.

📖 Story Example


A Day at the Park

It was a bright morning, and Anna felt much better. She had been feeling badly for a few days, but now she wanted to go outside. She put on her jeans, a T-shirt, and a belt, then went out.

She passed a bar where people were watching a basketball match. A man was talking loudly about baseball, saying his team had beat the best one in the league. Anna smiled and walked on.

At the park, she saw a bowl of beans on a picnic table. Next to it was a small toy bear and a biscuit. “Maybe a child left them here,” she thought.

She sat on a bench near the bridge and looked at the water. A bird flew by and a cold wind blew across the park. She was happy she brought her coat.

Suddenly, she saw a boy fall. He had hurt his leg badly. There was some blood, and he cried. Anna ran to help and called for his boss—a man from the nearby café.

“I will book a taxi,” the man said. Anna nodded and gave the boy some water. “You must behave and stay calm,” she said kindly.

While they waited, Anna looked around. There was a rubbish bin, a sign with a blank space, and a dog chasing a biscuit. “This park is full of surprises,” she said.

The boy talked to Anna. “I like biology, and I want to be a doctor. I read that the brain is the most important part of the body.” Anna smiled and listened.

Soon, the taxi came. The boy’s boss said, “He will be okay. Thank you for your help.” Anna waved goodbye.

As she walked home, she thought about the benefits of going outside. She had helped someone, seen a toy bear, and enjoyed the sun. It was one of the best days she’d had in a long time.

At home, she made beef soup. She boiled the water, added vegetables and a bit of salt. “I’ll save the bottom part for later,” she said, smiling.

She read a book based on animals, learning about bones, blood, and how biology helps doctors. She was tired but happy.

Before bed, she cleaned her room. She picked up a notebook, threw old papers in the bin, and turned off the light.

She lay in bed and thought, “There are over seven billion people in the world. I met just one today. But I made a difference.”

📝 Vocabulary List

  • brilliant /ˈbrɪl.i.ənt/ (adj.)
    The show was absolutely brilliant! I loved every minute.

    broken /ˈbrəʊ.kən/ (adj.)
    My phone is broken, so I can’t make any calls.

    brush /brʌʃ/ (verb, noun)
    Don’t forget to brush your teeth before bed.
    I need a new hair brush.

    burn /bɜːn/ (verb)
    Be careful not to burn yourself on the hot pan.

    businessman /ˈbɪz.nɪs.mən/ (noun)
    Her father is a successful businessman.

    button /ˈbʌt.ən/ (noun)
    Press the green button to start the machine.

    camp /kæmp/ (verb, noun)
    We will camp near the lake this weekend.
    The children loved their summer camp.

    camping /ˈkæm.pɪŋ/ (noun)
    We go camping every summer in the mountains.

    can (container) /kæn/ (noun)
    He opened a can of cola during lunch.

    care /keə(r)/ (noun, verb)
    She takes great care of her garden.
    I care about my family very much.

    careful /ˈkeə.fəl/ (adj.)
    Be careful when you cross the road.

    carefully /ˈkeə.fəl.i/ (adv.)
    She carefully placed the glass on the shelf.

    carpet /ˈkɑː.pɪt/ (noun)
    The baby crawled across the soft carpet.

    cartoon /kɑːˈtuːn/ (noun)
    My little brother loves to watch cartoons on TV.

    case /keɪs/ (noun)
    I put my glasses in their case before bed.

    cash /kæʃ/ (noun)
    Do you want to pay by card or cash?

    castle /ˈkɑː.səl/ (noun)
    We visited a famous castle in Scotland.

    catch /kætʃ/ (verb)
    Can you catch the ball if I throw it?

    cause /kɔːz/ (noun, verb)
    The fire was the cause of the smoke.
    What caused the delay?

    celebrate /ˈsel.ə.breɪt/ (verb)
    We will celebrate her birthday on Saturday.

    celebrity /səˈleb.rə.ti/ (noun)
    He took a selfie with a famous celebrity.

    certain /ˈsɜː.tən/ (adj.)
    I’m certain I left my keys on the table.

    certainly /ˈsɜː.tən.li/ (adv.)
    I will certainly help you with your homework.

    chance /tʃɑːns/ (noun)
    There’s a good chance it will rain later.

    character /ˈkær.ək.tə(r)/ (noun)
    Harry Potter is a popular character in books.

    charity /ˈtʃær.ə.ti/ (noun)
    She gives money to charity every month.

    chat /tʃæt/ (verb, noun)
    Let’s chat over coffee.
    We had a nice chat after class.

    check /tʃek/ (noun)
    The waiter brought the check after dinner.

    chef /ʃef/ (noun)
    The chef prepared a delicious meal.

    chemistry /ˈkem.ɪ.stri/ (noun)
    We learnt about atoms in chemistry class today.

    chip /tʃɪp/ (noun)
    Would you like some fish and chips?

    choice /tʃɔɪs/ (noun)
    You have a choice of tea or coffee.

    church /tʃɜːtʃ/ (noun)
    They got married in a small village church.

📖 Story Example


A Day at the Castle

Tom is a brilliant boy who loves adventures. One summer, he went camping with his dad. They took a can of beans, a small bowl, and a soft carpet for the tent. They stayed near a big old castle.

Tom met a famous celebrity there – a chef who was also a kind businessman. The chef invited Tom to visit the camp kitchen and see how to cook beef and chips.

Later, Tom walked near the castle and found a red button on the ground. When he pressed it, a church bell rang! A secret door opened. He entered and saw many blank pages and a big case of gold. But suddenly, the floor broke! He fell and got a broken arm.

His dad gave him care, and a charity doctor arrived. The doctor was very careful and cleaned the wound carefully.

That night, they had a chat under the stars. “That was scary,” Tom said, “but I feel better now.”

“I’m certain you’ll be fine,” his dad said. “And you’ll have the chance to tell everyone about this.”

Tom smiled. He took out a cartoon he had drawn of the day. The character looked like a strong hero with a big belt and bright eyes.

He went to sleep feeling bright and happy.

📝 Vocabulary List

  • cigarette (noun)
    /ˌsɪɡəˈret/
    He lit a cigarette and started talking.

    circle (noun, verb)
    /ˈsɜːkl/
    Draw a big circle on the paper.

    classical (adjective)
    /ˈklæsɪkl/
    She loves listening to classical music.

    clear (adjective)
    /klɪə/
    The sky is clear today—no clouds at all.

    clearly (adverb)
    /ˈklɪəli/
    I can clearly see the mountain from here.

    clever (adjective)
    /ˈklevə/
    He is very clever and always gets good marks.

    climate (noun)
    /ˈklaɪmət/
    The climate in this region is very dry.

    close (adjective – near in distance)
    /kləʊs/
    The supermarket is close to my house.

    closed (adjective)
    /kləʊzd/
    The shop is closed on Sundays.

    clothing (noun)
    /ˈkləʊðɪŋ/
    Warm clothing is important in winter.

    cloud (noun)
    /klaʊd/
    There’s a dark cloud in the sky—it might rain.

    coach (noun)
    /kəʊtʃ/
    The football coach shouted instructions.

    coast (noun)
    /kəʊst/
    We walked along the coast and watched the sea.

    code (noun)
    /kəʊd/
    You need a PIN code to open the door.

    colleague (noun)
    /ˈkɒliːɡ/
    I have a good relationship with my colleagues.

    collect (verb)
    /kəˈlekt/
    She collects stamps from around the world.

    column (noun)
    /ˈkɒləm/
    Write the answers in the second column.

    comedy (noun)
    /ˈkɒmədi/
    We watched a comedy film and laughed a lot.

    comfortable (adjective)
    /ˈkʌmf(ə)təbl/
    This chair is very comfortable.

    comment (noun)
    /ˈkɒment/
    She left a kind comment on my blog.

    communicate (verb)
    /kəˈmjuːnɪkeɪt/
    We use email to communicate with our team.

    community (noun)
    /kəˈmjuːnəti/
    There’s a strong sense of community here.

    compete (verb)
    /kəmˈpiːt/
    She loves to compete in running races.

    competition (noun)
    /ˌkɒmpəˈtɪʃn/
    He won first place in the singing competition.

    complain (verb)
    /kəmˈpleɪn/
    They complained about the cold food.

    completely (adverb)
    /kəmˈpliːtli/
    The room was completely dark.

    condition (noun)
    /kənˈdɪʃn/
    The car is in excellent condition.

    conference (noun)
    /ˈkɒnfərəns/
    She’s attending a business conference today.

    connect (verb)
    /kəˈnekt/
    Please connect your phone to the Wi-Fi.

    connected (adjective)
    /kəˈnektɪd/
    All the computers are connected to the network.

    consider (verb)
    /kənˈsɪdə/
    I will consider your suggestion carefully.

    contain (verb)
    /kənˈteɪn/
    This bottle contains fresh orange juice.

    context (noun)
    /ˈkɒntekst/
    It’s easier to understand the word in context.

    continent (noun)
    /ˈkɒntɪnənt/
    Africa is a very large continent.

    continue (verb)
    /kənˈtɪnjuː/
    Please continue reading the story.

    control (noun, verb)
    /kənˈtrəʊl/
    He couldn’t control his excitement.

    cook (noun)
    /kʊk/
    My uncle is a great cook.

📖 Story Example


A Day at the Coast

One sunny morning, Anna and her colleague Mike decided to go to the coast. The climate was warm and the sky was very clear. Anna wore comfortable clothing because she wanted to walk a lot.

They saw a big cloud in the sky, but it did not cover the sun completely. Mike gave Anna a cigarette, but she said no because she wanted to be clever and healthy.

At the beach, they met their coach, who was there for a sports competition. The coach told them to collect seashells in a circle on the sand.

Anna took a photo and wrote a comment on social media to communicate with her community. She said, “This place is so beautiful!”

Later, they sat under a closed umbrella near a small column of rocks. Mike used his phone to connect to the internet and checked the weather code.

Anna wanted to consider if they should continue walking or rest. She looked at the condition of the path. It was easy to walk, so they decided to compete to see who could walk faster.

Anna said, “Don’t complain if you lose!” Mike laughed and said, “I am completely ready!”

After the walk, they went to a conference nearby about protecting the continent’s beaches. They learned how to control pollution.

Finally, they met a good cook who made tasty food for all visitors.

It was a very nice day at the coast with friends, fresh air, and fun!

📝 Vocabulary List

  • cooker (noun)
    /ˈkʊkər/
    I bought a new cooker for the kitchen.

    copy (noun, verb)
    /ˈkɒpi/
    Please make a copy of this document.

    corner (noun)
    /ˈkɔːnər/
    Turn left at the next corner.

    correctly (adverb)
    /kəˈrektli/
    She answered all the questions correctly.

    count (verb)
    /kaʊnt/
    Can you count to ten in English?

    couple (noun)
    /ˈkʌpl/
    A couple of friends came to visit.

    cover (verb)
    /ˈkʌvər/
    Please cover your mouth when you cough.

    crazy (adjective)
    /ˈkreɪzi/
    That idea sounds crazy to me.

    creative (adjective)
    /kriˈeɪtɪv/
    She is very creative with her drawings.

    credit (noun)
    /ˈkredɪt/
    He gave me credit for the good work.

    crime (noun)
    /kraɪm/
    The police are trying to solve the crime.

    criminal (noun)
    /ˈkrɪmɪnl/
    The police caught the criminal last night.

    cross (verb, noun)
    /krɒs/
    Be careful when you cross the street.

    crowd (noun)
    /kraʊd/
    A large crowd waited for the concert to start.

    crowded (adjective)
    /ˈkraʊdɪd/
    The train was very crowded this morning.

    cry (verb)
    /kraɪ/
    The baby began to cry loudly.

    cupboard (noun)
    /ˈkʌbərd/
    The plates are in the kitchen cupboard.

    curly (adjective)
    /ˈkɜːli/
    She has beautiful curly hair.

    cycle (noun, verb)
    /ˈsaɪkl/
    He likes to cycle to work every day.

    daily (adjective)
    /ˈdeɪli/
    She writes in her diary daily.

    danger (noun)
    /ˈdeɪndʒər/
    Watch out! There is danger ahead.

    dark (noun, adjective)
    /dɑːk/
    It gets dark early in winter.

    data (noun)
    /ˈdeɪtə/
    The scientist analysed the data carefully.

    dead (adjective)
    /ded/
    The plant is dead because it had no water.

    deal (verb)
    /diːl/
    We need to deal with this problem quickly.

    dear (exclamation)
    /dɪər/
    Dear! I forgot my keys again.

    death (noun)
    /deθ/
    The story talks about the death of a king.

    decision (noun)
    /dɪˈsɪʒn/
    She made a decision to move to a new city.

    deep (adjective)
    /diːp/
    The lake is very deep.

    definitely (adverb)
    /ˈdefɪnətli/
    I will definitely come to your party.

    degree (noun)
    /dɪˈɡriː/
    He has a degree in biology.

    dentist (noun)
    /ˈdentɪst/
    I have an appointment with the dentist tomorrow.

    department (noun)
    /dɪˈpɑːtmənt/
    She works in the sales department.

    depend (verb)
    /dɪˈpend/
    Your success will depend on how hard you work.

📖 Story Example


A Busy Day at the Hospital

Anna woke up early and looked at the dark sky. It was going to be a daily busy day. She put on her coat and took her copy of the work schedule.

At the hospital, she worked in the sales department, but today she had to visit the dentist. She was a bit nervous but said, “Dear! I hope it will not hurt.”

On her way, she saw a crowd near the corner of the street. The street was very crowded. People were talking about a recent crime and how the police caught the criminal.

Anna had to cross the street carefully. She counted the cars to know when it was safe to go. “I must count correctly,” she thought.

When she reached the hospital, she saw a man using a cooker to prepare food for the patients. The cupboard in the kitchen was full of supplies.

The dentist told Anna to open her mouth wide. Anna wanted to cry but stayed calm. The dentist worked very well and fixed her teeth.

Afterwards, Anna went to the park where children with curly hair were learning to cycle. It looked fun! She decided to try one day.

Anna thought about the danger of riding a bike without a helmet. She made a decision to always be safe.

Later, she sat by a deep lake and watched the crowd of ducks swimming. The water was cold and clean.

Anna looked at the data on her phone about weather. It said it would be sunny. “That’s definitely good news,” she smiled.

She remembered that she had to deal with her work tomorrow. Her success would depend on how hard she worked.

At home, Anna read a book about the death of a king. The story was sad but interesting.

Before going to bed, she gave credit to her friends who helped her today. She felt creative and happy, not crazy at all.

Anna was ready for a good night’s sleep and to start another daily adventure tomorrow.

📝 Vocabulary List

  • desert (noun)
    /ˈdezərt/
    The Sahara is a very hot desert.

    designer (noun)
    /dɪˈzaɪnər/
    She works as a fashion designer.

    destroy (verb)
    /dɪˈstrɔɪ/
    The storm will destroy the old house.

    detective (noun)
    /dɪˈtektɪv/
    The detective solved the mystery.

    develop (verb)
    /dɪˈveləp/
    The company will develop a new app.

    device (noun)
    /dɪˈvaɪs/
    This device helps you find your keys.

    diary (noun)
    /ˈdaɪəri/
    She writes in her diary every night.

    differently (adverb)
    /ˈdɪfrəntli/
    We think differently about the problem.

    digital (adjective)
    /ˈdɪdʒɪtl/
    She prefers reading books on a digital tablet.

    direct (adjective)
    /dəˈrekt/
    There is a direct bus from here to the airport.

    direction (noun)
    /dəˈrekʃn/
    Can you show me the direction to the station?

    director (noun)
    /dəˈrektər/
    The movie director is very famous.

    disagree (verb)
    /ˌdɪsəˈɡriː/
    I disagree with your opinion.

    disappear (verb)
    /ˌdɪsəˈpɪər/
    The magician made the rabbit disappear.

    disaster (noun)
    /dɪˈzɑːstər/
    The flood was a big disaster for the town.

    discover (verb)
    /dɪsˈkʌvər/
    Scientists discover new animals every year.

    discovery (noun)
    /dɪsˈkʌvəri/
    The discovery of gold changed the town.

    discussion (noun)
    /dɪˈskʌʃn/
    We had a discussion about the school rules.

    disease (noun)
    /dɪˈziːz/
    Doctors are working hard to cure the disease.

    distance (noun)
    /ˈdɪstəns/
    The distance between the cities is 100 kilometres.

    divorced (adjective)
    /dɪˈvɔːst/
    They are divorced but still friends.

    document (noun)
    /ˈdɒkjʊmənt/
    Please sign this document.

    double (adjective, determiner, pronoun, verb)
    /ˈdʌbl/
    He bought a double ticket for the concert.

    download (verb, noun)
    /ˈdaʊnloʊd/
    I will download the new game tonight.

    downstairs (adjective)
    /ˌdaʊnˈsteərz/
    The kitchen is downstairs.

    drama (noun)
    /ˈdrɑːmə/
    We watched a drama on TV last night.

    drawing (noun)
    /ˈdrɔːɪŋ/
    She showed me her drawing of a cat.

    dream (noun, verb)
    /driːm/
    I had a strange dream last night.

    drive (noun)
    /draɪv/
    We went for a long drive in the countryside.

    driving (noun)
    /ˈdraɪvɪŋ/
    He is learning driving this year.

    drop (verb)
    /drɒp/
    Be careful not to drop the glass.

    drug (noun)
    /drʌɡ/
    The doctor gave her some medicine, a new drug.

    dry (adjective, verb)
    /draɪ/
    The clothes are dry now.

    earn (verb)
    /ɜːn/
    She earns money by working in a cafe.

    earth (noun)
    /ɜːθ/
    The Earth is the third planet from the sun.

    easily (adverb)
    /ˈiːzɪli/
    He can easily finish his homework on time.

📖 Story Example


A Strange Day in the Desert

Tom is a designer. One day, he went to the desert to find new ideas. He wanted to develop a new digital device that helps people find water.

While walking, he saw a man dressed like a detective. The man was looking for something and said, “I want to discover a secret!”

Tom kept moving in the right direction. Suddenly, his phone started to download a map. The device helped him know where to go.

Tom wrote in his diary about the discovery he wanted to make. He dreamed of making something useful.

But then, a big disaster happened — a strong wind began to destroy the small shelter nearby. Tom wanted to drop his bag but kept it safe.

He and the director of a nearby film were talking about the drama they wanted to film there. They had a long discussion about it.

Tom didn’t agree with some ideas. “We should do it differently,” he said.

Suddenly, the man dressed as a detective saw something disappear. “Look! That car just disappeared!”

Tom walked downstairs into a cave where he found an old document. It had a double map on it.

He was careful not to drop the map because it was very old.

He thought about the distance he had to travel next. The sun made everything very dry.

Tom took a deep breath and said, “I will earn my success by working hard.”

At night, he looked at the earth and saw stars. He felt calm and thought about his strange day and his big dream.

The next day, he hoped to go for a long drive and try driving his car carefully in the desert.

Tom felt that he could easily solve problems if he kept trying.

He knew that the journey was not just about the desert — it was about learning and discovering new things.

📝 Vocabulary List

  • education (noun)
    /ˌedʒʊˈkeɪʃn/
    Good education is important for a successful life.

    effect (noun)
    /ɪˈfekt/
    The medicine had a quick effect on his health.

    either (determiner, pronoun, adverb)
    /ˈaɪðər/
    You can choose either tea or coffee.

    electric (adjective)
    /ɪˈlektrɪk/
    We bought an electric car last month.

    electrical (adjective)
    /ɪˈlektrɪkəl/
    The electrical wires need to be checked.

    electricity (noun)
    /ɪˌlekˈtrɪsəti/
    The electricity went off during the storm.

    electronic (adjective)
    /ɪˌlekˈtrɒnɪk/
    I use electronic devices every day.

    employ (verb)
    /ɪmˈplɔɪ/
    The company employs many people.

    employee (noun)
    /ɪmˈplɔɪiː/
    The employee finished his work early.

    employer (noun)
    /ɪmˈplɔɪər/
    The employer is responsible for the staff.

    empty (adjective)
    /ˈempti/
    The room was empty after the meeting.

    ending (noun)
    /ˈendɪŋ/
    I didn’t like the ending of the movie.

    energy (noun)
    /ˈenərdʒi/
    I have a lot of energy after sleeping well.

    engine (noun)
    /ˈendʒɪn/
    The car’s engine is very powerful.

    engineer (noun)
    /ˌendʒɪˈnɪər/
    She is an engineer at a big company.

    enormous (adjective)
    /ɪˈnɔːməs/
    The elephant is an enormous animal.

    enter (verb)
    /ˈentər/
    Please enter your password here.

    environment (noun)
    /ɪnˈvaɪrənmənt/
    We should protect the environment.

    equipment (noun)
    /ɪˈkwɪpmənt/
    The gym has new exercise equipment.

    error (noun)
    /ˈerər/
    There was an error in the report.

    especially (adverb)
    /ɪˈspeʃəli/
    I like ice cream, especially chocolate flavour.

    essay (noun)
    /ˈeseɪ/
    I wrote an essay about my holiday.

    everyday (adjective)
    /ˈevrideɪ/
    She wears everyday clothes to school.

    everywhere (adverb)
    /ˈevriweər/
    There are flowers everywhere in the garden.

    evidence (noun)
    /ˈevɪdəns/
    The police found evidence at the crime scene.

    exact (adjective)
    /ɪɡˈzækt/
    I need the exact time of the meeting.

    exactly (adverb)
    /ɪɡˈzæktli/
    That is exactly what I meant.

    excellent (adjective)
    /ˈeksələnt/
    She did an excellent job on her project.

    except (preposition)
    /ɪkˈsept/
    Everyone was invited except John.

    exist (verb)
    /ɪɡˈzɪst/
    Do aliens really exist?

    expect (verb)
    /ɪkˈspekt/
    I expect good results from my exam.

    experience (noun)
    /ɪkˈspɪəriəns/
    I have a lot of experience in teaching.

    experiment (noun)
    /ɪkˈsperɪmənt/
    We did a science experiment in class.

    expert (noun, adjective)
    /ˈekspɜːt/
    She is an expert in computer science.

📖 Story Example


Tom’s Big Experiment

Tom is an engineer. He works hard every day and has a lot of experience. One day, he wanted to develop a new electronic device that saves energy.

He wrote an essay about his idea and gave it to his employer. The employee in the office helped him with the equipment.

Tom knew that his project would have a good effect on the environment. He was an expert and did not want to make any error.

Before starting, he made a plan with the exact direction to enter the lab. He expected everything to work well.

The project was an experiment to see if the device could use less electricity. Tom was very excited.

He knew the problem was especially difficult but believed he could do it. His idea was to use electric and electrical parts together.

Tom worked everyday for weeks. His office was sometimes empty, but he didn’t give up.

The machine was enormous but beautiful. It had a strong engine inside.

Finally, the machine worked exactly as he hoped. The effect was excellent.

Tom looked everywhere for data to prove his success. He found good evidence that his device saved power.

The ending was great — his employer was happy, and Tom earned respect.

He told his friends, “I am an expert now!”

No one can say this project does not exist anymore. It’s real!

Everyone was happy except one person who didn’t believe Tom. Tom said, “That’s okay. You can disagree.”

This was Tom’s big day, and he learned a lot about education and hard work.

📝 Vocabulary List

  • explanation (noun)
    /ˌekspləˈneɪʃn/
    The teacher gave a clear explanation of the lesson.

    express (verb)
    /ɪkˈspres/
    She likes to express her feelings through art.

    expression (noun)
    /ɪkˈspreʃn/
    His facial expression showed he was surprised.

    extreme (adjective)
    /ɪkˈstriːm/
    The weather was extreme during the storm.

    extremely (adverb)
    /ɪkˈstriːmli/
    She was extremely happy with her exam results.

    factor (noun)
    /ˈfæktər/
    Weather is an important factor in farming.

    factory (noun)
    /ˈfæktri/
    Many people work in the factory near my house.

    fail (verb)
    /feɪl/
    He didn’t study and failed the test.

    fair (adjective)
    /feər/
    The teacher was fair when marking the tests.

    fall (noun)
    /fɔːl/
    The leaves change colour in the fall.

    fan (noun)
    /fæn/
    She is a big fan of football.

    farm (verb)
    /fɑːm/
    They farm vegetables and fruits in the countryside.

    farming (noun)
    /ˈfɑːmɪŋ/
    Farming is hard work but very important.

    fashion (noun)
    /ˈfæʃn/
    She follows the latest fashion trends.

    fat (noun)
    /fæt/
    Butter contains a lot of fat.

    fear (noun)
    /fɪər/
    He has a fear of spiders.

    feature (noun)
    /ˈfiːtʃər/
    The new phone has many useful features.

    feed (verb)
    /fiːd/
    She feeds the birds every morning.

    female (adjective, noun)
    /ˈfiːmeɪl/
    The female cat had three kittens.

    fiction (noun)
    /ˈfɪkʃn/
    I enjoy reading fiction books.

    field (noun)
    /fiːld/
    The cows are grazing in the field.

    fight (verb, noun)
    /faɪt/
    They had a fight but are friends again now.

    figure (noun)
    /ˈfɪɡjər/
    He is a famous figure in the music world.

    film (verb)
    /fɪlm/
    They will film a new movie next year.

    final (noun)
    /ˈfaɪnl/
    The team won the final and got the trophy.

    finally (adverb)
    /ˈfaɪnəli/
    Finally, the rain stopped after a long day.

    finger (noun)
    /ˈfɪŋɡər/
    She wore a ring on her finger.

    finish (noun)
    /ˈfɪnɪʃ/
    The race had an exciting finish.

    first (noun)
    /fɜːst/
    He came first in the competition.

    firstly (adverb)
    /ˈfɜːstli/
    Firstly, I want to thank everyone for coming.

    fish (verb)
    /fɪʃ/
    We like to fish at the lake during summer.

    fishing (noun)
    /ˈfɪʃɪŋ/
    Fishing is a popular hobby in this village.

    fit (verb, adjective)
    /fɪt/
    She is very fit because she exercises every day.

    fix (verb)
    /fɪks/
    Can you fix the broken chair?

    flat (adjective)
    /flæt/
    They live in a small flat in the city.

    flu (noun)
    /fluː/
    I stayed home because I had the flu.

📖 Story Example


A Day at the Farm

Anna is a big fan of farming. She lives on a small farm with many animals and a large field. Every morning, she helps feed the animals.

Today, she saw a female cow that looked fat and happy. Anna did not have any fear of the animals because she knows them well.

In the afternoon, Anna and her friends went fishing in a nearby lake. They love to fish there because it is peaceful.

Anna also likes to read fiction books in her free time. She wrote an essay with a good explanation about life on the farm.

Sometimes, she has to fix broken things around the farm. Yesterday, she fixed a flat tire on the tractor.

Anna wants to be fit, so she works hard every day. She wears clothes that are in fashion, but she prefers comfort.

At school, the teacher explained the extreme weather that can affect farming. The students asked many questions and shared their expressions.

Anna had an expression of surprise when she learned about the different factors that change the environment.

The farm has an old factory nearby. It produces food for many people. Anna knows it is important to work in a fair and safe way.

Sometimes, Anna and her friends fight about small things, but they always become friends again.

Anna likes to film videos of the farm. She wants to show the features of farm life to her family.

One day, Anna will finish her studies and become an expert in farming. She hopes to earn money and help the farm grow.

She uses her fingers carefully when working with tools.

Anna’s family always supports her. They are proud of her for being so extremely hardworking.

Finally, Anna felt happy after a long day on the farm.

📝 Vocabulary List

  • fly (noun)
    /flaɪ/
    There is a small fly in the kitchen.

    flying (noun, adjective)
    /ˈflaɪɪŋ/
    Flying is my favourite way to travel.

    focus (verb, noun)
    /ˈfəʊkəs/
    Please focus on your homework.

    following (adjective)
    /ˈfɒləʊɪŋ/
    The following day, we went to the park.

    foreign (adjective)
    /ˈfɒrɪn/
    She speaks three foreign languages.

    forest (noun)
    /ˈfɒrɪst/
    We walked through the dark forest.

    fork (noun)
    /fɔːk/
    Please use a fork to eat your salad.

    formal (adjective)
    /ˈfɔːməl/
    He wore a formal suit to the meeting.

    fortunately (adverb)
    /ˈfɔːtʃənətli/
    Fortunately, the rain stopped before the picnic.

    forward (adverb)
    /ˈfɔːwəd/
    She took a step forward.

    free (adverb)
    /friː/
    The museum is free on Sundays.

    fresh (adjective)
    /freʃ/
    We bought fresh bread from the bakery.

    fridge (noun)
    /frɪdʒ/
    The milk is in the fridge.

    frog (noun)
    /frɒɡ/
    The frog jumped into the pond.

    fun (adjective)
    /fʌn/
    We had a fun day at the beach.

    furniture (noun)
    /ˈfɜːnɪtʃər/
    The new furniture made the room look nice.

    further (adjective)
    /ˈfɜːðər/
    We need to travel further to reach the city.

    future (adjective)
    /ˈfjuːtʃər/
    She wants to be a doctor in the future.

    gallery (noun)
    /ˈɡæləri/
    They visited an art gallery yesterday.

    gap (noun)
    /ɡæp/
    There is a gap between the two buildings.

    gas (noun)
    /ɡæs/
    The car needs more gas to run.

    gate (noun)
    /ɡeɪt/
    Please close the gate behind you.

    general (adjective)
    /ˈdʒenərəl/
    In general, people like sunny days.

    gift (noun)
    /ɡɪft/
    She gave me a lovely gift for my birthday.

    goal (noun)
    /ɡəʊl/
    Scoring a goal made the team very happy.

    god (noun)
    /ɡɒd/
    Many people pray to god every day.

    gold (noun, adjective)
    /ɡəʊld/
    She wore a beautiful gold necklace.

    golf (noun)
    /ɡɒlf/
    He plays golf every weekend.

    good (noun)
    /ɡʊd/
    Helping others is a good thing.

    government (noun)
    /ˈɡʌvənmənt/
    The government makes laws for the country.

    grass (noun)
    /ɡrɑːs/
    The children played on the green grass.

    greet (verb)
    /ɡriːt/
    We will greet our guests at the door.

    ground (noun)
    /ɡraʊnd/
    The ball hit the ground and bounced.

    guest (noun)
    /ɡest/
    The guest stayed at the hotel for two nights.

📖 Story Example


A Day in the Forest

One day, Mia went to the forest to enjoy the fresh air. She saw a green frog jumping near the grass.

Mia decided to focus on the nature around her. She took a step forward and saw a small gap between two trees.

At the gate of the forest, she met a guest who was also visiting. They greeted each other politely.

Mia wanted to visit the gallery nearby to see some paintings. The following day, she planned to go to the museum.

She wore a formal hat for the event but kept her outfit fun and comfortable.

Mia loves flying in planes because it is exciting to fly above the clouds.

She dreamed about her future and set a goal to become an artist.

Mia found a fork on the ground and picked it up. She thought it might be useful for her picnic.

She was happy because, fortunately, the weather was perfect. The sun shone brightly, and there was no need to worry about gas or rain.

Mia saw a gold ring on the path and hoped to find the owner.

She felt extremely lucky today. The day was not extreme but calm and peaceful.

Mia’s friends told her that in general, people love to spend time outside.

She remembered to bring her water bottle from the fridge before she left home.

While walking, Mia saw a figure in the distance. It was a man playing golf.

Mia thought about the good things in life and thanked god for this beautiful day.

She returned home and shared her story with her family. They enjoyed listening to her adventure.

Mia promised to visit the factory nearby another day and learn how things are made.

At the end of the day, she felt happy and ready for more fun tomorrow!

📝 Vocabulary List

  • guide (noun, verb)
    /ɡaɪd/
    The guide showed us around the museum.

    gun (noun)
    /ɡʌn/
    The police found a gun at the crime scene.

    guy (noun)
    /ɡaɪ/
    He is a nice guy and always helps others.

    habit (noun)
    /ˈhæbɪt/
    Brushing your teeth every morning is a good habit.

    half (adverb)
    /hɑːf/
    She ate half of the cake.

    hall (noun)
    /hɔːl/
    The concert was held in a big hall.

    happily (adverb)
    /ˈhæpɪli/
    They lived happily ever after.

    have (auxiliary verb)
    /hæv/
    I have finished my homework.

    headache (noun)
    /ˈhedeɪk/
    I have a headache because I didn’t sleep well.

    heart (noun)
    /hɑːt/
    She has a kind heart.

    heat (noun, verb)
    /hiːt/
    The heat of the sun was very strong.

    heavy (adjective)
    /ˈhevi/
    The box is heavy; please help me carry it.

    height (noun)
    /haɪt/
    He is tall because of his great height.

    helpful (adjective)
    /ˈhelpfl/
    The teacher was very helpful with my questions.

    hero (noun)
    /ˈhɪərəʊ/
    The firefighter is a hero for saving people.

    hers (pronoun)
    /hɜːz/
    This book is hers.

    herself (pronoun)
    /hɜːˈself/
    She made the cake herself.

    hide (verb)
    /haɪd/
    The children hide during the game of hide and seek.

    high (adverb)
    /haɪ/
    The bird flew high in the sky.

    hill (noun)
    /hɪl/
    We climbed a small hill near the lake.

    himself (pronoun)
    /hɪmˈself/
    He fixed the bike himself.

    his (pronoun)
    /hɪz/
    This is his jacket.

    hit (verb, noun)
    /hɪt/
    He hit the ball very hard.

    hockey (noun)
    /ˈhɒki/
    They play hockey every weekend.

    hold (verb)
    /həʊld/
    Please hold my bag while I open the door.

    hole (noun)
    /həʊl/
    There is a hole in the wall.

    home (adjective)
    /həʊm/
    She feels happy and safe at home.

    hope (noun)
    /həʊp/
    I have hope that everything will be fine.

    huge (adjective)
    /hjuːdʒ/
    The elephant is a huge animal.

    human (adjective, noun)
    /ˈhjuːmən/
    We are all human and need kindness.

    hurt (verb, adjective)
    /hɜːt/
    He hurt his leg while playing football.

    ideal (adjective)
    /aɪˈdɪəl/
    This is the ideal place for a picnic.

    identify (verb)
    /aɪˈdentɪfaɪ/
    Can you identify the bird in the tree?

    ill (adjective)
    /ɪl/
    She stayed home because she was ill.

    illness (noun)
    /ˈɪlnəs/
    His illness lasted for two weeks.

    image (noun)
    /ˈɪmɪdʒ/
    The image on the screen was very clear.

📖 Story Example


Tom, the Helpful Hero

Tom is a kind guy who lives in a small village. One day, he felt a headache but decided to help his neighbours anyway.

He is very helpful and always likes to hold the door for others. Tom has a good habit of helping people.

Near his house is a big hill with a hole at the top. A little dog was stuck in the hole!

Tom wanted to save the dog. He climbed the hill carefully and did not want to get hurt.

He hid behind a tree and gently took the dog out. The dog was so happy and wagged its tail happily.

Tom felt like a real hero. Everyone in the village knew his brave act.

The villagers gave Tom a gift to thank him. It was a huge cake!

Tom sat down in the hall to eat the cake. Suddenly, he heard a loud hit outside.

A gun accidentally went off, but nobody was hurt. Tom stayed calm and told everyone to stay home and be safe.

After that, Tom felt better, even though he was a bit ill the day before. He hoped his illness was gone.

Tom is a very tall man because of his great height. He smiled and looked at an image of the dog on his phone.

He took care of himself but also cared about herself, his sister, who was watching him proudly.

Tom’s heart was full of happiness. He knew it was an ideal day for helping others.

Tom hoped that more people would learn to identify when others need help.

He walked forward with confidence, knowing that he could make a difference.

📝 Vocabulary List

  • immediately (adverb)
    /ɪˈmiːdiətli/
    She answered the phone immediately.

    impossible (adjective)
    /ɪmˈpɒsəbl/
    It is impossible to fly without wings.

    included (adjective)
    /ɪnˈkluːdɪd/
    The price included breakfast and dinner.

    including (preposition)
    /ɪnˈkluːdɪŋ/
    The package has many items, including toys and books.

    increase (verb, noun)
    /ɪnˈkriːs/
    The city wants to increase the number of parks.

    incredible (adjective)
    /ɪnˈkredəbl/
    The magician’s show was incredible.

    independent (adjective)
    /ˌɪndɪˈpendənt/
    She is an independent woman who lives alone.

    individual (noun, adjective)
    /ˌɪndɪˈvɪdʒuəl/
    Every individual has different talents.

    industry (noun)
    /ˈɪndəstri/
    The car industry is very important to the economy.

    informal (adjective)
    /ɪnˈfɔːml/
    We had an informal meeting with our friends.

    injury (noun)
    /ˈɪndʒəri/
    He had a small injury on his arm.

    insect (noun)
    /ˈɪnsekt/
    There is an insect on the leaf.

    inside (preposition, adverb, noun, adjective)
    /ɪnˈsaɪd/
    It is cold outside, so let’s stay inside.

    instead (adverb)
    /ɪnˈsted/
    I will drink tea instead of coffee.

    instruction (noun)
    /ɪnˈstrʌkʃn/
    Please read the instructions carefully.

    instructor (noun)
    /ɪnˈstrʌktər/
    The instructor helped us learn to swim.

    instrument (noun)
    /ˈɪnstrəmənt/
    She plays the piano, which is her favourite instrument.

    intelligent (adjective)
    /ɪnˈtelɪdʒənt/
    The dog is very intelligent and learns quickly.

    international (adjective)
    /ˌɪntərˈnæʃənl/
    They attended an international music festival.

    introduction (noun)
    /ˌɪntrəˈdʌkʃn/
    The teacher gave an introduction to the new topic.

    invent (verb)
    /ɪnˈvent/
    Thomas Edison invented the light bulb.

    invention (noun)
    /ɪnˈvenʃn/
    The telephone is a useful invention.

    invitation (noun)
    /ˌɪnvɪˈteɪʃn/
    I received an invitation to the party.

    invite (verb)
    /ɪnˈvaɪt/
    We will invite our friends to dinner.

    involve (verb)
    /ɪnˈvɒlv/
    The project will involve many people.

    item (noun)
    /ˈaɪtəm/
    This is the last item on the list.

    itself (pronoun)
    /ɪtˈself/
    The cat cleaned itself.

    jam (noun)
    /dʒæm/
    I like to eat strawberry jam on my toast.

    jazz (noun)
    /dʒæz/
    She loves listening to jazz music.

    jewellery (noun)
    /ˈdʒuːəlri/
    She wears beautiful jewellery every day.

    joke (noun, verb)
    /dʒəʊk/
    He told a funny joke at the party.

    journalist (noun)
    /ˈdʒɜːnəlɪst/
    The journalist wrote an article about the event.

    jump (verb, noun)
    /dʒʌmp/
    The children like to jump on the trampoline.

    kid (noun)
    /kɪd/
    The kids are playing in the garden.

📖 Story Example


A Day with the Kids

Today, the instructor invited the kids to a music class. The introduction was fun, and everyone felt excited.

The first activity was to learn about a musical instrument. The instructor showed a saxophone and played some smooth jazz music.

One kid told a funny joke, and everyone laughed happily. Then, the instructor gave an instruction to jump up and down to warm up.

After the warm-up, they talked about a new invention that can play music by itself. It was an incredible device!

The class was informal, so the children felt free to ask questions. A little girl raised her hand and asked, “Can you invite us to a concert?” The instructor smiled and said, “Yes, I will send you an invitation.”

They also talked about a busy city where many people work in the music industry. One journalist wrote about the city’s best artists.

At the end of class, the children enjoyed some bread with strawberry jam and played with toy guns outside.

The individual effort of each child was important, and the instructor said, “You are all very intelligent and creative.”

One guy asked if they could learn more about foreign music next time.

Before leaving, the kids picked up their bags and said goodbye happily. The day was full of music, fun, and learning!

📝 Vocabulary List

  • kill (verb)
    /kɪl/
    The lion can kill its prey quickly.

    king (noun)
    /kɪŋ/
    The king lives in a big castle.

    knee (noun)
    /niː/
    She hurt her knee while playing football.

    knife (noun)
    /naɪf/
    Be careful when you use a knife in the kitchen.

    knock (verb)
    /nɒk/
    Please knock before you enter the room.

    knowledge (noun)
    /ˈnɒlɪdʒ/
    Reading books helps increase your knowledge.

    lab (noun)
    /læb/
    The students did an experiment in the lab.

    lady (noun)
    /ˈleɪdi/
    The lady smiled and waved at us.

    lake (noun)
    /leɪk/
    We went fishing by the lake last weekend.

    lamp (noun)
    /læmp/
    Turn on the lamp; it’s getting dark.

    land (verb)
    /lænd/
    The plane will land in five minutes.

    laptop (noun)
    /ˈlæptɒp/
    I use my laptop to do my homework.

    last (final) (adverb, noun)
    /lɑːst/
    This is the last chapter of the book.

    last (taking time) (verb)
    /lɑːst/
    The movie will last two hours.

    later (adjective)
    /ˈleɪtər/
    We will meet later this afternoon.

    laughter (noun)
    /ˈlɑːftər/
    The room was full of laughter during the party.

    law (noun)
    /lɔː/
    It is important to follow the law.

    lawyer (noun)
    /ˈlɔːjər/
    The lawyer helped me understand the contract.

    lazy (adjective)
    /ˈleɪzi/
    He felt lazy and didn’t want to work.

    lead (verb)
    /liːd/
    She will lead the team in the project.

    leader (noun)
    /ˈliːdər/
    The leader gave a speech to the group.

    learning (noun)
    /ˈlɜːnɪŋ/
    Learning new skills is fun and useful.

    least (determiner, pronoun, adverb)
    /liːst/
    At least try your best.

    lecture (noun, verb)
    /ˈlektʃər/
    The professor gave a lecture about history.

    lemon (noun)
    /ˈlemən/
    I like to add lemon to my tea.

    lend (verb)
    /lend/
    Can you lend me a pen, please?

    less (determiner, pronoun, adverb)
    /les/
    I want less sugar in my coffee.

    level (noun)
    /ˈlevəl/
    She reached a new level in the game.

    lifestyle (noun)
    /ˈlaɪfstaɪl/
    A healthy lifestyle is important.

    lift (verb, noun)
    /lɪft/
    Can you help me lift this box?

    light (from the sun/a lamp) (verb)
    /laɪt/
    The sun will light the room in the morning.

    light (not heavy) (adjective)
    /laɪt/
    This bag is very light.

    likely (adjective)
    /ˈlaɪkli/
    It is likely to rain today.

    link (noun, verb)
    /lɪŋk/
    There is a link between exercise and health.

    listener (noun)
    /ˈlɪsnər/
    She is a good listener and always pays attention.

    little (adverb)
    /ˈlɪtl/
    There is little time left before the test.

📖 Story Example


The Lazy Leader’s Day

Tom is a lazy leader of a small group. One day, he had a headache and didn’t want to lead his team.

They were working near a beautiful lake with a big lamp on the path. The light from the lamp helped them see when it got dark.

Tom’s team met in a hall to listen to a lecture about the law. A lawyer gave the talk, and everyone was a good listener.

After the lecture, Tom wanted to lift a heavy box, but it was too heavy. He asked a lady for help. She was very helpful.

Tom used his laptop to check the knowledge he had learned earlier. He found a useful link online about a knife and how to use it safely.

Suddenly, someone heard a knock on the door. It was a guy bringing a gift.

Tom decided to jump up and go outside. He felt a sharp pain in his knee but ignored it.

Later, Tom took a lemon and made some fresh juice. He felt better because the juice gave him light energy.

The day was almost at its last moment, and Tom thought about his lifestyle. He wanted to change and be less lazy.

He hoped that next time he would be a better leader.

📝 Vocabulary List

  • lock (verb, noun)
    /lɒk/
    Please lock the door before you leave.

    look (noun)
    /lʊk/
    She gave me a strange look.

    lorry (noun)
    /ˈlɒri/
    The lorry delivered the furniture this morning.

    lost (adjective)
    /lɒst/
    I got lost in the city yesterday.

    loud (adjective, adverb)
    /laʊd/
    The music is very loud tonight.

    loudly (adverb)
    /ˈlaʊdli/
    They laughed loudly at the joke.

    lovely (adjective)
    /ˈlʌvli/
    She has a lovely smile.

    low (adjective, adverb)
    /ləʊ/
    The sun was low in the sky.

    luck (noun)
    /lʌk/
    I had good luck finding my keys.

    lucky (adjective)
    /ˈlʌki/
    He was lucky to win the game.

    mail (noun, verb)
    /meɪl/
    I will mail the letter tomorrow.

    major (adjective)
    /ˈmeɪdʒər/
    This is a major problem for the company.

    male (adjective, noun)
    /meɪl/
    The male bird has bright feathers.

    manage (verb)
    /ˈmænɪdʒ/
    She can manage the project well.

    manager (noun)
    /ˈmænɪdʒər/
    The manager called a meeting.

    manner (noun)
    /ˈmænər/
    He spoke in a polite manner.

    mark (verb, noun)
    /mɑːk/
    Please mark the correct answers on the paper.

    marry (verb)
    /ˈmæri/
    They will marry next summer.

    material (noun)
    /məˈtɪəriəl/
    This shirt is made from soft material.

    mathematics (maths) (noun)
    /ˌmæθəˈmætɪks/
    I like studying mathematics at school.

    matter (noun, verb)
    /ˈmætər/
    It doesn’t matter if you are late.

    may (modal verb)
    /meɪ/
    You may leave early today.

    media (noun)
    /ˈmiːdiə/
    The news was shared by the media.

    medical (adjective)
    /ˈmedɪkl/
    He needs medical help.

    medicine (noun)
    /ˈmedɪsɪn/
    The doctor gave me some medicine.

    memory (noun)
    /ˈmeməri/
    I have a good memory for faces.

    mention (verb)
    /ˈmenʃn/
    Don’t forget to mention your name.

    metal (noun)
    /ˈmetl/
    The ring is made of gold metal.

    method (noun)
    /ˈmeθəd/
    This is the best method to solve the problem.

    middle (noun, adjective)
    /ˈmɪdl/
    She sat in the middle of the room.

    might (modal verb)
    /maɪt/
    It might rain later.

    mind (noun, verb)
    /maɪnd/
    I changed my mind about going out.

    mine (pronoun)
    /maɪn/
    This book is mine.

    mirror (noun)
    /ˈmɪrə/
    She looked at herself in the mirror.

📖 Story Example


The Lost Mirror

Anna was at home when she heard a knock at the door. It was a male manager from a big company. He said, “I want to mail you an important item.”

Anna said, “Please wait a little; I will look for my laptop to check the mail.”

Later, Anna realised she had lost her favourite mirror. It was made of shiny metal and very lovely.

She told the manager, “It might be in the middle of my room.”

The manager smiled and said, “Don’t mind; we will find it.”

Anna was feeling lucky because the luck to meet the manager was a major event.

Suddenly, she found the mirror under a box. “It’s mine!” she said happily.

Anna felt better because the matter of the lost mirror was solved.

She thanked the manager in a polite manner and said, “I hope you manage your work well.”

Anna decided to mark the place where she usually puts her things to avoid losing them again.

She also thought about how to marry organisation with fun!

📝 Vocabulary List

  • missing (adjective)
    /ˈmɪsɪŋ/
    The missing keys were found under the table.

    mobile (adjective, noun)
    /ˈməʊbaɪl/
    I use my mobile phone every day.

    monkey (noun)
    /ˈmʌŋki/
    The monkey climbed the tree quickly.

    moon (noun)
    /muːn/
    The moon shines brightly at night.

    mostly (adverb)
    /ˈməʊstli/
    I mostly eat fruit for breakfast.

    motorcycle (noun)
    /ˈməʊtərsaɪkl/
    He rides a motorcycle to work.

    movement (noun)
    /ˈmuːvmənt/
    The dancer’s movement was very graceful.

    musical (adjective)
    /ˈmjuːzɪkl/
    She loves watching musical shows.

    musician (noun)
    /mjuːˈzɪʃn/
    The musician played the guitar beautifully.

    myself (pronoun)
    /maɪˈself/
    I did the homework all by myself.

    narrow (adjective)
    /ˈnærəʊ/
    The street was very narrow and quiet.

    national (adjective)
    /ˈnæʃənl/
    Today is a national holiday in my country.

    nature (noun)
    /ˈneɪtʃər/
    I enjoy walking in nature on weekends.

    nearly (adverb)
    /ˈnɪəli/
    The shop is nearly closed.

    necessary (adjective)
    /ˈnesəsəri/
    It is necessary to drink water every day.

    neck (noun)
    /nek/
    She wears a necklace around her neck.

    need (noun)
    /niːd/
    There is a need for more parks in the city.

    neither (determiner, pronoun)
    /ˈnaɪðər/
    Neither option is good for me.

    nervous (adjective)
    /ˈnɜːvəs/
    He was nervous before the exam.

    network (noun)
    /ˈnetwɜːk/
    The computer network is very fast.

    noise (noun)
    /nɔɪz/
    The noise outside is very loud.

    noisy (adjective)
    /ˈnɔɪzi/
    The street is noisy during the day.

    none (pronoun)
    /nʌn/
    None of the books are missing.

    normal (adjective)
    /ˈnɔːml/
    It is normal to feel tired after work.

    normally (adverb)
    /ˈnɔːməli/
    I normally go to bed at 10 pm.

    notice (verb, noun)
    /ˈnəʊtɪs/
    Did you notice the new painting on the wall?

    novel (noun)
    /ˈnɒvl/
    I am reading a novel about adventure.

    nowhere (adverb)
    /ˈnəʊweər/
    I looked everywhere but found my keys nowhere.

    number (verb)
    /ˈnʌmbər/
    Please number the pages in your book.

    nut (noun)
    /nʌt/
    I like eating nuts as a snack.

    ocean (noun)
    /ˈəʊʃn/
    We went swimming in the ocean.

    offer (verb, noun)
    /ˈɒfə/
    The shop offers many discounts.

    officer (noun)
    /ˈɒfɪsər/
    The police officer helped us cross the street.

    oil (noun)
    /ɔɪl/
    The car needs more oil.

    onto (preposition)
    /ˈɒntə/
    She jumped onto the bus quickly.

📖 Story Example


The Lost Monkey by the Lake

One night, the moon was bright above the lake. A monkey was missing from the zoo. The workers were very worried because the monkey had disappeared nowhere to be found.

The officer checked the area and listened carefully to every noise. The noisy forest made it hard to hear, but he kept searching.

A young girl said, “I saw the monkey jump onto a motorcycle and ride away!” The officer thought this was an incredible story.

The movement of the motorcycle was mostly fast and narrow on the roads. The officer used his mobile phone to call for help through the network.

He said, “It is necessary to find the monkey soon. It is a national treasure.”

The girl was nervous but said, “I’ll help myself.” She had great knowledge of the area and loved nature.

They moved slowly but carefully, noticing every nut and branch on the ground. They hoped the monkey was safe and not lost for long.

Later, the officer made an offer to reward anyone who helped find the monkey.

At the end of the day, they sat by the lake and enjoyed the quiet. The moon was still shining brightly, lighting up the normal world around them.

📝 Vocabulary List

  • opportunity (noun)
    /ˌɒpəˈtjuːnɪti/
    This is a great opportunity to learn something new.

    option (noun)
    /ˈɒpʃən/
    You have the option to choose any flavour you like.

    ordinary (adjective)
    /ˈɔːdɪnəri/
    It was just an ordinary day at school.

    organization (noun)
    /ˌɔːɡənaɪˈzeɪʃən/
    The organization helps people in need.

    organize (verb)
    /ˈɔːɡənaɪz/
    We will organize the party next week.

    original (adjective)
    /əˈrɪdʒənl/
    This painting is the original work of the artist.

    ourselves (pronoun)
    /aʊərˈselvz/
    We did the project all by ourselves.

    outside (preposition, noun, adjective)
    /ˈaʊtsaɪd/
    Let’s play outside in the garden.

    oven (noun)
    /ˈʌvn/
    The cake is baking in the oven.

    own (verb)
    /əʊn/
    I own a small car.

    owner (noun)
    /ˈəʊnər/
    The owner of the shop is very kind.

    pack (verb)
    /pæk/
    Please pack your bag before you leave.

    pain (noun)
    /peɪn/
    She felt pain in her leg after the fall.

    painter (noun)
    /ˈpeɪntər/
    The painter is working on the new mural.

    palace (noun)
    /ˈpæləs/
    The king lives in a large palace.

    pants (noun)
    /pænts/
    He bought new pants for the party.

    parking (noun)
    /ˈpɑːkɪŋ/
    There is no parking near the supermarket.

    particular (adjective)
    /pərˈtɪkjələr/
    She has a particular interest in history.

    pass (verb)
    /pɑːs/
    I will pass the ball to you.

    passenger (noun)
    /ˈpæsɪndʒər/
    The passenger waited for the bus.

    past (adverb)
    /pɑːst/
    She walked past the shop yesterday.

    patient (noun)
    /ˈpeɪʃnt/
    The patient felt better after the treatment.

    pattern (noun)
    /ˈpætn/
    The dress has a beautiful floral pattern.

    pay (verb)
    /peɪ/
    You need to pay the bill before leaving.

    peace (noun)
    /piːs/
    We all want to live in peace.

    penny (noun)
    /ˈpeni/
    He found a shiny penny on the ground.

    per (preposition)
    /pɜːr/
    You can buy two apples per pound.

    per cent (noun, adjective/adverb)
    /pər ˈsent/
    Twenty per cent of the students passed the test.

    perform (verb)
    /pərˈfɔːrm/
    She will perform a dance at the show.

    perhaps (adverb)
    /pərˈhæps/
    Perhaps we will go to the park later.

    permission (noun)
    /pərˈmɪʃn/
    You need permission to enter the building.

    personality (noun)
    /ˌpɜːrsəˈnælɪti/
    He has a very friendly personality.

    pet (noun)
    /pet/
    They have a pet dog named Max.

    petrol (noun)
    /ˈpetrəl/
    The car needs more petrol.

    photograph (verb)
    /ˈfəʊtəɡrɑːf/
    She likes to photograph nature during her walks.

📖 Story Example


A Special Day at the Palace

Tom had a great opportunity to visit the palace. The owner of the palace was a kind king with a friendly personality.

Before the visit, Tom had to organize his things and pack his bag. He wore new pants for the particular occasion.

When he arrived, the parking area was full, and many passengers waited outside. Tom walked past the big gates happily.

Inside, a painter was working on an original painting. Tom wanted to photograph it, but he needed permission first.

The king gave him the permission to take photos and even asked Tom to perform a song. Tom was nervous but said, “Perhaps I can try!”

After the show, Tom felt no pain or fear. He was proud of himself and thought about how he could pay back the king’s kindness.

Later, Tom and the king talked about the organization that helps animals and pets. The king shared that sometimes the oil for the palace comes from nearby fields, and they use less petrol to keep the place clean.

Tom thought this was a very ordinary day with a very extraordinary meaning. He smiled and said, “Thank you for this wonderful offer.”

He left the palace feeling lucky and happy to have this opportunity.

📝 Vocabulary List

  • physical /ˈfɪz.ɪ.kəl/ (adjective)
    She does a lot of physical exercise every morning.

    physics /ˈfɪz.ɪks/ (noun)
    He is studying physics at university.

    pick /pɪk/ (verb)
    Can you pick some apples from the tree?

    pilot /ˈpaɪ.lət/ (noun)
    The pilot landed the plane safely.

    planet /ˈplæn.ɪt/ (noun)
    Earth is the third planet from the Sun.

    plant /plɑːnt/ (verb)
    We will plant flowers in the garden tomorrow.

    plastic /ˈplæs.tɪk/ (noun, adjective)
    This bottle is made of plastic.

    plate /pleɪt/ (noun)
    He put the food on a plate and served it.

    platform /ˈplæt.fɔːm/ (noun)
    The train will leave from platform 2.

    please /pliːz/ (verb)
    Could you please help me with this?

    pleased /pliːzd/ (adjective)
    She was pleased with her exam results.

    pocket /ˈpɒk.ɪt/ (noun)
    He put the money in his pocket.

    polite /pəˈlaɪt/ (adjective)
    It’s important to be polite to others.

    pollution /pəˈluː.ʃən/ (noun)
    Air pollution is a big problem in many cities.

    pop /pɒp/ (noun, adjective)
    She loves listening to pop music.

    population /ˌpɒp.jəˈleɪ.ʃən/ (noun)
    The population of the country is growing fast.

    position /pəˈzɪʃ.ən/ (noun)
    He applied for a position in the company.

    possession /pəˈzeʃ.ən/ (noun)
    This book is her favourite possession.

    possibility /ˌpɒs.əˈbɪl.ə.ti/ (noun)
    There is a possibility of rain today.

    poster /ˈpəʊ.stər/ (noun)
    She put a movie poster on her wall.

    power /ˈpaʊ.ər/ (noun)
    The storm cut off the power for hours.

    predict /prɪˈdɪkt/ (verb)
    It’s hard to predict the weather.

    present /prɪˈzent/ (verb)
    She will present her project tomorrow.

    president /ˈprez.ɪ.dənt/ (noun)
    The president gave a long speech.

    prevent /prɪˈvent/ (verb)
    Washing your hands helps prevent illness.

    print /prɪnt/ (verb)
    Can you print this document for me?

    printer /ˈprɪn.tər/ (noun)
    The printer is out of paper.

    prison /ˈprɪz.ən/ (noun)
    He spent five years in prison.

    prize /praɪz/ (noun)
    She won a prize for her painting.

    process /ˈprəʊ.ses/ (noun)
    Learning a new language is a long process.

    produce /prəˈdjuːs/ (verb)
    Factories produce a lot of goods every day.

    professional /prəˈfeʃ.ən.əl/ (adjective)
    He gave a very professional performance.

    professor /prəˈfes.ər/ (noun)
    The professor explained the theory clearly.

    profile /ˈprəʊ.faɪl/ (noun)
    She updated her profile picture online.

    program /ˈprəʊ.ɡræm/ (noun)
    We watched a new program on TV last night.

📖 Story Example


A Day at the Science Fair

Anna was very excited. Today, she was going to a physics and science fair at her school. She put a poster in her school pocket and walked to the bus platform. Her friend Tom, who wants to be a pilot, was already waiting there.

At the fair, there was a big planet model. A professor explained how the planet moves around the sun. Anna asked many polite questions, and the professor was very pleased.

Tom looked at a printer that could print food! “Wow, this is amazing!” he said. They saw another machine that could predict the weather. It could tell if there was a possibility of rain or sun.

One student showed how to prevent pollution by using less plastic. “Plastic is bad for the sea,” she said. “We must pick up rubbish and plant more trees.” Everyone clapped for her.

Anna joined a game and won a prize – a new plate with a beautiful design. Then she went to see her friend Lily’s profile on a computer screen. “You look like a professional scientist!” she said.

Later, the school president gave a talk. “This fair shows the power of ideas,” he said. “You all did great work.”

Tom showed Anna a new robot. “It can produce music!” he said. It played a fun pop song, and they started to dance.

Anna also looked at a program about space. She saw pictures of rockets and read about a physical training process for astronauts.

Before leaving, Anna took a position next to a large prison model. It showed what happens if people lose their freedom. “Freedom is an important possession,” the teacher said.

On the way home, Anna said, “I’m so happy I came today. I learned so much and had fun too!”
Tom smiled. “Yes, and I think one day, you will present something amazing at the fair too!”

📝 Vocabulary List

  • progress /ˈprəʊɡres/ (noun)
    We’ve made a lot of progress this year in reducing waste.

    promise /ˈprɒmɪs/ (verb, noun)
    She promised to help me with my homework.
    He made a promise to always be honest.

    pronounce /prəˈnaʊns/ (verb)
    Can you pronounce this word correctly?

    protect /prəˈtekt/ (verb)
    Sunscreen helps protect your skin from sunburn.

    provide /prəˈvaɪd/ (verb)
    The hotel provides free breakfast every morning.

    pub /pʌb/ (noun)
    We met our friends at the local pub for dinner.

    public /ˈpʌblɪk/ (adjective, noun)
    The public library is open every day.
    Smoking is not allowed in public.

    publish /ˈpʌblɪʃ/ (verb)
    She hopes to publish her first novel next year.

    pull /pʊl/ (verb)
    He pulled the door open and walked inside.

    purpose /ˈpɜːpəs/ (noun)
    The purpose of this meeting is to discuss the new project.

    push /pʊʃ/ (verb)
    Please push the button to start the machine.

    quality /ˈkwɒləti/ (noun)
    This shop sells high-quality handmade clothes.

    quantity /ˈkwɒntəti/ (noun)
    We ordered a large quantity of books for the class.

    queen /kwiːn/ (noun)
    The queen gave a speech on television.

    question /ˈkwestʃən/ (verb)
    The police questioned everyone who saw the accident.

    quietly /ˈkwaɪətli/ (adverb)
    She closed the door quietly so she wouldn’t wake the baby.

    race (competition) /reɪs/ (noun, verb)
    He won the race by just one second.
    They raced to the finish line.

    railway /ˈreɪlweɪ/ (noun)
    The railway connects several small towns.

    raise /reɪz/ (verb)
    They raised their hands to ask questions.

    rate /reɪt/ (noun)
    The unemployment rate has dropped this year.

    rather /ˈrɑːðə(r)/ (adverb)
    I’d rather stay home than go out tonight.

    reach /riːtʃ/ (verb)
    He finally reached the top of the mountain.

    react /riˈækt/ (verb)
    How did she react to the news?

    realize /ˈrɪəlaɪz/ (verb)
    I didn’t realize it was your birthday today!

    receive /rɪˈsiːv/ (verb)
    Did you receive my email yesterday?

    recent /ˈriːsnt/ (adjective)
    There have been many changes in recent years.

    recently /ˈriːsntli/ (adverb)
    I’ve recently started learning Spanish.

    reception /rɪˈsepʃən/ (noun)
    The hotel’s reception is open 24 hours a day.

    recipe /ˈresəpi/ (noun)
    Can you share the recipe for that delicious cake?

    recognize /ˈrekəɡnaɪz/ (verb)
    I didn’t recognize him with his new haircut.

    recommend /ˌrekəˈmend/ (verb)
    Can you recommend a good restaurant nearby?

    record /ˈrekɔːd/ (noun), /rɪˈkɔːd/ (verb)
    She broke the world record for swimming.
    We need to record the meeting for later review.

    recording /rɪˈkɔːdɪŋ/ (noun)
    This is a live recording of their concert in London.

    recycle /ˌriːˈsaɪkl/ (verb)
    Don’t forget to recycle your plastic bottles.

    reduce /rɪˈdjuːs/ (verb)
    We should reduce our use of single-use plastics.

📖 Story Example


A Day at the Eco Fair

Last Saturday, Emma went to a big public event in the town square. It was called the Eco Fair, and its main purpose was to protect the environment.

At the fair, Emma saw many stands. One stand was about how to recycle plastic. Another stand told people how to reduce the quantity of rubbish they make. A man at the stand said, “We must raise awareness about climate change.” Emma listened quietly and took notes.

Later, she visited a food stand. There, she got a new recipe for carrot soup. “This is my mum’s special soup,” the woman said. “I promise it’s tasty!” Emma smiled and took the recipe.

Next, Emma went to a recording booth. She listened to a song about the Earth and watched the band record a video. She also recorded her own voice saying, “Let’s help the planet!”

At 2 p.m., there was a short talk. The speaker talked about progress in green energy. “We have made great progress recently,” she said. “Many people now realise how important it is to recycle.”

Emma then joined a fun race where kids ran while picking up litter. The winner got a crown and was called the queen of clean!

Emma asked a few questions. She wanted to recognise the best ideas and maybe recommend some to her school. A volunteer was kind and said, “I’ll provide you with more details at the reception tent.”

She also met a man who worked on the railway. “We are trying to use green energy for trains,” he said. Emma liked that idea.

Before she left, Emma went into a small pub to rest. She drank juice and thought about the day. She wanted to publish a blog post about it.

On her way home, she remembered she had to pronounce new English words for class. She pushed the door to open it and then pulled it again because she forgot her bag!

Emma checked her phone and saw a message: “Did you receive the photo of the Eco Fair?” She replied, “Yes! I love it!”

Emma smiled. She felt happy to be part of something good. She knew she would question things more and always try to make better choices. The quality of life can be better if we all care.

She had learned a lot that day — and she would remember it for a long time.

📝 Vocabulary List

  • refer /rɪˈfɜː(r)/ (verb)
    You may need to refer to the manual if you get confused.

    refuse /rɪˈfjuːz/ (verb)
    She refused to answer the question.

    region /ˈriːdʒən/ (noun)
    This fruit only grows in tropical regions.

    regular /ˈreɡjələ(r)/ (adjective)
    He is a regular customer at the local café.

    relationship /rɪˈleɪʃənʃɪp/ (noun)
    They have a good relationship with their neighbours.

    remove /rɪˈmuːv/ (verb)
    Please remove your shoes before entering the house.

    repair /rɪˈpeə(r)/ (verb)
    I need someone to repair my broken phone.

    replace /rɪˈpleɪs/ (verb)
    We must replace the old batteries.

    reply /rɪˈplaɪ/ (verb, noun)
    I haven’t received a reply to my email yet.
    Please reply as soon as possible.

    report /rɪˈpɔːt/ (verb)
    You should report any problems to the manager.

    reporter /rɪˈpɔːtə(r)/ (noun)
    A reporter interviewed the actor after the show.

    request /rɪˈkwest/ (noun)
    I sent a request for more information.

    research /rɪˈsɜːtʃ/ (noun, verb)
    He is doing research on climate change.
    They researched the topic carefully.

    researcher /rɪˈsɜːtʃə(r)/ (noun)
    The researcher discovered something new in the study.

    respond /rɪˈspɒnd/ (verb)
    Please respond by the end of the day.

    response /rɪˈspɒns/ (noun)
    Her response was polite and clear.

    rest /rest/ (noun – remaining part)
    We ate half the cake and saved the rest for later.

    rest /rest/ (noun, verb – sleep/relax)
    He needs to rest after the long journey.
    A good night’s rest is important.

    review /rɪˈvjuː/ (noun, verb)
    I read a review of the film before watching it.
    The teacher will review our homework tomorrow.

    ride /raɪd/ (noun)
    We went on a fun ride at the theme park.

    ring /rɪŋ/ (noun – jewellery)
    He gave her a gold ring on their anniversary.

    ring /rɪŋ/ (verb – sound)
    The phone started to ring loudly.

    rise /raɪz/ (verb)
    The sun will rise at 6:00 tomorrow morning.

    rock /rɒk/ (noun – stone)
    She threw a small rock into the river.

    rock /rɒk/ (noun – music)
    He plays guitar in a rock band.

    role /rəʊl/ (noun)
    She got the lead role in the school play.

    roof /ruːf/ (noun)
    The roof of the house needs repairing.

    round /raʊnd/ (adjective, adverb, preposition)
    They sat at a round table.
    She looked round quickly.
    They walked round the lake.

    route /ruːt/ (noun)
    This is the fastest route to the airport.

    rubbish /ˈrʌbɪʃ/ (noun)
    Please put the rubbish in the bin.

    rude /ruːd/ (adjective)
    It’s rude to interrupt someone while they’re speaking.

    run /rʌn/ (noun)
    She went for a quick run before breakfast.

    runner /ˈrʌnə(r)/ (noun)
    He’s a fast runner and often wins races.

    running /ˈrʌnɪŋ/ (noun)
    Running is her favourite form of exercise.

    sadly /ˈsædli/ (adverb)
    Sadly, we missed the last bus home.

📖 Story Example


A Busy Day at the Park Run

It was Sunday morning. Anna went to the park for a run. She is a fast runner and loves running. She likes to stay regular with her exercise.

While she was running, her phone started to ring. She didn’t respond because she was too busy. She thought, “I will reply later.”

After the run, she sat on a bench to rest. She drank some water and had a snack. She looked at the rest of the runners finishing the race.

Suddenly, she saw something shiny. It was a gold ring on the ground! She picked it up and thought, “This looks expensive.”

She went to the event tent and talked to the reporter there. “Can you report this?” she asked. “Maybe someone lost it.”

The reporter smiled and said, “Yes, thank you. I will write a short report.” He asked Anna for a response about what happened.

Next, a woman came and said, “I lost my ring! Did anyone find it?” Anna gave it back. The woman was very happy and said, “Thank you! You are so kind!”

Anna said, “No problem!” Then she saw a bin and threw away her snack rubbish. She always keeps the park clean.

Later, she walked round the lake. She looked at the ducks on the water. It was a nice route for walking.

Then she saw a man who was playing rock music with a speaker. “Not bad,” she said. “But a bit loud.” The man was not friendly and gave her a rude look. She just walked away.

Anna’s shoe felt strange. She sat down again and saw her shoe was broken. She needed to repair it. She took it off and tried to fix it, but it was hard.

A woman nearby came and said, “Do you want help?” Anna said, “Yes, please!” The woman used some tape to repair the shoe. “You may need to replace these shoes soon,” she said.

Anna laughed. “You’re right! I will.” She then said goodbye and left the park.

At home, she wanted to review her morning. She wrote a short blog review about the park event.

She also made a request on the event website: “Please add more water stations.”

Then she remembered her school project. She had to do some research about the local region. She opened her laptop and began her research.

She read a lot about the area. She learned that many researchers come to study birds here.

She also had to refer to a map and write about the best route for tourists. She looked at the roof of her house and smiled. “This is a good place to live,” she thought.

She took a short nap to rest again. When she woke up, she had a message. It was a reply from her teacher. “Thanks for your work!”

“Great!” she said. But then, she saw something that made her sad. Her teacher refused one idea she liked.

Sadly, not everything is perfect,” she said. But she was still happy with her day.

Anna felt proud. She played an important role in helping someone, kept the park clean, and did her homework. What a great day!

📝 Vocabulary List

  • safe /seɪf/ (adjective)
    Always wear a seatbelt to stay safe in the car.

    sail /seɪl/ (verb)
    We will sail across the lake tomorrow.

    sailing /ˈseɪlɪŋ/ (noun)
    Sailing is my favourite water sport.

    salary /ˈsæləri/ (noun)
    She gets a good salary in her new job.

    sale /seɪl/ (noun)
    I bought this jacket in the summer sale.

    sauce /sɔːs/ (noun)
    Would you like tomato sauce with your chips?

    save /seɪv/ (verb)
    I’m trying to save money for a new phone.

    scared /skeəd/ (adjective)
    He felt scared during the thunderstorm.

    scary /ˈskeəri/ (adjective)
    That horror film was really scary.

    scene /siːn/ (noun)
    The final scene of the movie was beautiful.

    schedule /ˈʃedjuːl/ (noun)
    Check the train schedule before you leave.

    score /skɔː(r)/ (verb, noun)
    She scored the winning goal!
    The final score was 3–2.

    screen /skriːn/ (noun)
    Please don’t look at your screen for too long.

    search /sɜːtʃ/ (noun, verb)
    I did a quick search online.
    They are searching for a new flat.

    season /ˈsiːzn/ (noun)
    Autumn is my favourite season.

    seat /siːt/ (noun)
    Please take a seat and wait here.

    second /ˈsekənd/ (adverb – next after the first)
    My house is the second on the left.

    secondly /ˈsekəndli/ (adverb)
    Firstly, turn off the lights. Secondly, close the window.

    secret /ˈsiːkrət/ (adjective, noun)
    They had a secret meeting.
    Can you keep a secret?

    secretary /ˈsekrətri/ (noun)
    The secretary answered the phone politely.

    seem /siːm/ (verb)
    You seem tired today—are you all right?

    sense /sens/ (noun)
    That idea doesn’t make sense to me.

    separate /ˈsepərət/ (adjective)
    We sleep in separate rooms.

    series /ˈsɪəriːz/ (noun)
    I love that new TV series on Fridays.

    serious /ˈsɪəriəs/ (adjective)
    This is a serious problem—we need to fix it.

    serve /sɜːv/ (verb)
    They serve lunch from 12 to 2 p.m.

    service /ˈsɜːvɪs/ (noun)
    The hotel service was excellent.

    several /ˈsevrəl/ (determiner, pronoun)
    I’ve visited several cities in Italy.

    shake /ʃeɪk/ (verb)
    Don’t shake the bottle before opening it.

    shall /ʃæl/ (modal verb)
    Shall we go to the café now?

    shape /ʃeɪp/ (noun)
    Can you draw the shape of a heart?

    sheet /ʃiːt/ (noun)
    Please bring a sheet of paper to the test.

    ship /ʃɪp/ (noun)
    The ship sailed across the ocean.

    shoulder /ˈʃəʊldə(r)/ (noun)
    He carried the bag over his shoulder.

    shout /ʃaʊt/ (verb, noun)
    She had to shout because it was so loud.
    I heard a shout from outside.

📖 Story Example


A Secret Day at Sea

Liam had a day off from work. He wanted to feel safe, so he stayed away from busy places. He went to the harbour to watch the ships. One of them was ready to sail.

The weather was warm and sunny – perfect for sailing. Liam bought a boat ticket from a weekend sale. It was cheap because the company offered a special service for locals.

He took a seat near the window and looked at the water. He opened his lunch and poured some tomato sauce on his sandwich. A woman next to him said, “This is my second time on this boat. Secondly, it’s much calmer today!”

Suddenly, Liam heard a loud shout. A man had dropped his phone. It fell under the sheet of plastic near the screen showing the boat’s schedule. Liam helped him and smiled. “You must save your phone in your bag next time!”

Then Liam saw something strange. A man in a hat was talking to a secretary. They were speaking in low voices. It seemed like they had a secret. Liam listened, but it didn’t make sense.

He didn’t want to be rude, so he didn’t shout at them. But he felt a bit scared. The man’s voice was deep and the talk was a bit scary.

Later, a staff member came to serve lunch. “Would you like fish or chicken?” she asked. “Fish, please,” Liam said. “Also, what’s the shape of today’s dessert?” She laughed and said, “It’s a heart!”

After lunch, Liam walked around the boat. He looked at the water and thought about his job. His salary wasn’t high, but he enjoyed his work. He worked as a secretary in a small office. He always checked the schedule, answered emails, and helped with meetings.

He saw a beautiful scene with birds flying. He took a photo and posted it online. He wrote, “This is my favourite season – summer by the sea.”

Liam then joined a quiz game on the boat. He answered many questions and got a high score. “Well done!” the host said. “You’re the winner of this series of games!”

He was happy and a little tired. He shook hands with the host. “Nice to shake hands with you,” he said. “Shall we take a photo?”

The host said, “Yes!” and Liam smiled for the camera.

When the boat trip ended, the people got off in two separate groups. Some took one route, and others walked around the port.

Liam checked the time. He had several hours before dinner. So he did a quick search online for a café. He found one with a great review.

He walked there, holding his bag over his shoulder. At the café, he ordered tea and a snack. He wrote in his notebook about the boat trip, the game, and the secret talk he had seen.

It was a great day. He had fun, saw new things, and felt happy. And the best part? It was his second time on the sea, and this one was even better than the first.

📝 Vocabulary List

  • shut /ʃʌt/ (verb, adjective)
    Please shut the door quietly.
    The shop is shut on Sundays.

    side /saɪd/ (noun)
    He hurt his side during the game.

    sign /saɪn/ (noun, verb)
    The sign shows the way to the station.
    Please sign your name here.

    silver /ˈsɪlvə(r)/ (noun, adjective)
    She wore a beautiful silver necklace.
    The trophy is made of silver.

    simple /ˈsɪmpl/ (adjective)
    This math problem is very simple.

    since /sɪns/ (preposition, conjunction)
    I have lived here since 2010.
    Since it was raining, we stayed indoors.

    singing /ˈsɪŋɪŋ/ (noun)
    Her singing is very good.

    single /ˈsɪŋɡl/ (adjective, noun)
    He lives in a single room.
    She is a single and happy.

    sir /sɜː(r)/ (noun)
    “Excuse me, sir, can I help you?”

    site /saɪt/ (noun)
    The building site is near the park.

    size /saɪz/ (noun)
    What size shoes do you wear?

    ski /skiː/ (verb, adjective, noun)
    I want to learn how to ski this winter.
    He bought new ski equipment.
    We went on a ski holiday.

    skiing /ˈskiːɪŋ/ (noun)
    Skiing is a popular winter sport.

    skin /skɪn/ (noun)
    She has very soft skin.

    sky /skaɪ/ (noun)
    The sky is blue today.

    sleep /sliːp/ (noun)
    I need more sleep tonight.

    slowly /ˈsləʊli/ (adverb)
    He walked slowly to enjoy the view.

    smartphone /ˈsmɑːtfəʊn/ (noun)
    She uses her smartphone to take photos.

    smell /smel/ (verb, noun)
    The flowers smell nice.
    I love the smell of fresh bread.

    smile /smaɪl/ (verb, noun)
    Please smile for the photo.
    Her smile is very friendly.

    smoke /sməʊk/ (noun, verb)
    There was a lot of smoke after the fire.
    Don’t smoke inside the building.

    smoking /ˈsməʊkɪŋ/ (noun)
    Smoking is not allowed here.

    soap /səʊp/ (noun)
    Use some soap to wash your hands.

    soccer /ˈsɒkə(r)/ (noun)
    He plays soccer every weekend.

    social /ˈsəʊʃl/ (adjective)
    They enjoy social events and parties.

    society /səˈsaɪəti/ (noun)
    We live in a modern society.

    sock /sɒk/ (noun)
    I lost one of my socks!

    soft /sɒft/ (adjective)
    This pillow is very soft.

    soldier /ˈsəʊldʒə(r)/ (noun)
    The soldier returned home safely.

    solution /səˈluːʃn/ (noun)
    We found a solution to the problem.

    solve /sɒlv/ (verb)
    Can you solve this puzzle?

    somewhere /ˈsʌmwɛə(r)/ (adverb, pronoun)
    Let’s go somewhere quiet.

    sort /sɔːt/ (noun)
    What sort of music do you like?

    source /sɔːs/ (noun)
    The river is the source of fresh water.

    speaker /ˈspiːkə(r)/ (noun)
    The speaker gave a good presentation.

📖 Story Example


A Day at the Lake

Tom and his friends went to the lake for a fun day. The sun was shining in the blue sky, and the air was fresh. They wanted to sail on the small boat. It was a simple boat with a silver sail.

Before they left, Tom made sure to shut the house door. Everyone took a seat on the boat. The boat started to move slowly across the water. Tom smiled and said, “This is the best way to relax.”

While sailing, they listened to singing birds nearby. The smell of fresh flowers was in the air, and Tom could smell the grass.

Suddenly, Tom saw a big sign on the shore. It said, “No smoking here!” Tom nodded because he didn’t like smoke.

They enjoyed the soft breeze and watched the white clouds in the sky. Tom used his smartphone to take photos. “Look at the size of that fish!” he said. His friend laughed and said, “That’s a scary big fish!”

After a while, they stopped the boat near a quiet site by the lake. Tom took off his wet sock and shook his foot. He looked at the water and saw a silver fish jumping.

Tom wanted to try skiing, but today was for sailing. Maybe next winter!

They had a small picnic and used some soap to wash their hands. They talked about a society project and how people need to be more social.

Tom’s friend told a story about a soldier who was brave. “He found a solution to a big problem,” she said. Tom said, “I hope I can solve problems like that one day.”

After the picnic, they walked around the lake. Tom saw a small side path and thought, “Let’s go somewhere different.” They took a route along the trees.

As they walked, they heard a speaker playing music. It was a new song, a sort of happy tune. They all started to smile and enjoy the moment.

When it was time to leave, Tom looked at the boat’s shape and said, “That was a great day!” He was tired but happy, ready to get a good sleep.

📝 Vocabulary List

  • specific /spəˈsɪfɪk/ (adjective)
    Can you give a specific example?

    speech /spiːʧ/ (noun)
    She gave a great speech at the event.

    speed /spiːd/ (noun)
    The car reached a high speed on the highway.

    spider /ˈspaɪdə(r)/ (noun)
    There is a big spider in the garden.

    spoon /spuːn/ (noun)
    Please use a spoon to eat the soup.

    square /skweə(r)/ (adjective, noun)
    They stood in a square formation.
    We met at the town square.

    stage /steɪdʒ/ (noun)
    The actors walked on the stage to start the play.

    stair /steə(r)/ (noun)
    Be careful on the last stair.

    stamp /stæmp/ (noun)
    I need a stamp to send this letter.

    star /stɑː(r)/ (verb)
    She will star in the new movie.

    start /stɑːt/ (noun)
    The start of the race is at 9 a.m.

    state /steɪt/ (noun)
    The state of the roads is very bad after the storm.

    stay /steɪ/ (noun)
    Our stay at the hotel was very comfortable.

    steal /stiːl/ (verb)
    Someone tried to steal my bike yesterday.

    step /step/ (noun)
    Take one step at a time.

    stomach /ˈstʌmək/ (noun)
    My stomach hurts after eating too much.

    stone /stəʊn/ (noun)
    They threw a stone into the river.

    store /stɔː(r)/ (noun)
    I bought the shoes at a new store in town.

    storm /stɔːm/ (noun)
    The storm lasted all night.

    straight /streɪt/ (adverb, adjective)
    Go straight down the road.
    Draw a straight line.

    strange /streɪndʒ/ (adjective)
    That was a strange noise last night.

    strategy /ˈstrætədʒi/ (noun)
    We need a good strategy to win the game.

    stress /stres/ (noun, verb)
    She feels a lot of stress before exams.
    Don’t stress about the small things.

    structure /ˈstrʌktʃə(r)/ (noun)
    The old bridge is an interesting structure.

    stupid /ˈstjuːpɪd/ (adjective)
    It was a stupid mistake to forget my keys.

    succeed /səkˈsiːd/ (verb)
    I hope to succeed in my new job.

    successful /səkˈsesfəl/ (adjective)
    She is a successful businesswoman.

    such /sʌʧ/ (determiner, pronoun)
    That is such a beautiful painting!

    suddenly /ˈsʌdənli/ (adverb)
    Suddenly, the lights went out.

    suggest /səˈdʒest/ (verb)
    I suggest trying the new restaurant.

    suggestion /səˈdʒestʃən/ (noun)
    Do you have any suggestion for the project?

    suit /suːt/ (noun)
    He wore a dark blue suit to the meeting.

    support /səˈpɔːt/ (verb, noun)
    We will support you during the exam.
    Thank you for your support.

    suppose /səˈpəʊz/ (verb)
    I suppose it will rain tomorrow.

    sure /ʃʊə(r)/ (adverb)
    Are you sure about the answer?

📖 Story Example


A Stormy Day at the Square

One day, Anna went to the town square to watch a speech. The weather was strange and a little cold. Suddenly, a big storm started. The wind blew very strong and the rain fell fast.

Anna took a few steps carefully down the stairs of the stage. She wanted to stay safe and dry. She saw a man in a black suit running to find shelter.

The speed of the wind made her stomach feel funny. She looked up at the dark sky and saw a spider on a stone near her foot. It was a strange sight.

Anna used her smartphone to check the weather. She was sure the storm would end soon. She remembered a strategy her teacher told her: “When it’s stormy, stay inside and don’t steal your attention from safety.”

She gave a little smile despite the noise. She could smell the fresh rain on the ground.

Some people had started to shout because the wind was so strong. Anna tried not to stress. She knew that sometimes weather can be stupid and scary.

After the storm passed, Anna saw a beautiful structure by the store. It was a new building made of glass and silver metal. She wanted to suggest visiting it sometime.

Anna decided to walk home by a straight path. She thought, “I suppose the day was exciting, but I’m glad it’s over.”

She put a stamp on a letter she had to send and took a deep breath. The state of her mind was calm now.

Before she left the square, Anna looked at a specific flower near the side of the road. It was bright and colourful, like a little star in the storm.

📝 Vocabulary List

  • surprise /səˈpraɪz/ (noun, verb)
    The party was a big surprise for her.
    They wanted to surprise their friend with a gift.

    surprised /səˈpraɪzd/ (adjective)
    She was very surprised to see him at the door.

    surprising /səˈpraɪzɪŋ/ (adjective)
    It was surprising how quickly they finished the work.

    survey /ˈsɜːveɪ/ (noun)
    The company conducted a survey about customer satisfaction.

    sweet /swiːt/ (adjective, noun)
    The cake tastes very sweet.
    Would you like a sweet after dinner?

    symbol /ˈsɪmbəl/ (noun)
    The heart is a symbol of love.

    system /ˈsɪstəm/ (noun)
    The computer system is very fast.

    tablet /ˈtæblət/ (noun)
    She uses a tablet to read books.

    talk /tɔːk/ (noun)
    We had a long talk about our plans.

    target /ˈtɑːɡɪt/ (noun)
    Our target is to finish the project by June.

    task /tɑːsk/ (noun)
    The teacher gave us a difficult task.

    taste /teɪst/ (noun, verb)
    I like the taste of fresh fruit.
    Can I taste your soup?

    teaching /ˈtiːtʃɪŋ/ (noun)
    Teaching children is a big responsibility.

    technology /tekˈnɒlədʒi/ (noun)
    Modern technology helps us communicate better.

    teenage /ˈtiːnɪdʒ/ (adjective)
    She wrote a book for teenage readers.

    temperature /ˈtemprətʃə(r)/ (noun)
    The temperature today is very high.

    term /tɜːm/ (noun)
    The school term ends in July.

    text /tekst/ (verb)
    Please text me when you arrive.

    themselves /ðəmˈselvz/ (pronoun)
    They did the work all by themselves.

    thick /θɪk/ (adjective)
    This book has very thick pages.

    thief /θiːf/ (noun)
    The thief stole her purse.

    thin /θɪn/ (adjective)
    He has a thin jacket for summer.

    thinking /ˈθɪŋkɪŋ/ (noun)
    Her thinking about the problem helped a lot.

    thought /θɔːt/ (noun)
    I had a thought about how to solve this.

    throw /θrəʊ/ (verb)
    Don’t throw your rubbish on the floor.

    tidy /ˈtaɪdi/ (adjective, verb)
    Her room is always tidy.
    Please tidy your desk before leaving.

    tie /taɪ/ (verb, noun)
    He needs to tie his shoelaces.
    He wore a red tie to the party.

    tip /tɪp/ (noun)
    Here is a useful tip for learning English.

    tool /tuːl/ (noun)
    A hammer is a useful tool for fixing things.

    top /tɒp/ (noun, adjective)
    She sat at the top of the hill.
    He is the top student in the class.

    touch /tʌʧ/ (verb)
    Don’t touch the painting on the wall.

    tour /tʊə(r)/ (noun)
    We went on a tour of the old castle.

    tourism /ˈtʊərɪzəm/ (noun)
    Tourism brings many visitors to the city.

    towards /təˈwɔːdz/ (preposition)
    We walked towards the beach.

📖 Story Example


A Surprise Tour

Anna was very surprised when her family planned a surprise tour for her birthday. It was a sweet idea! They wanted to visit the top sites in the city and learn about local tourism.

The first stop was a large square with a famous symbol in the centre. Anna’s dad gave a short talk about the history of the place. Then they climbed the stairs to the stage where people often perform.

Anna felt a bit cold because the temperature was low, but her jacket was not too thick or too thin — just right. They moved towards a museum where a survey showed it was the most popular site in the city.

At the museum, Anna tried a new tablet to learn about the exhibits. It was fun to touch the screen and text questions to the guide. The guide gave a good suggestion about visiting the nearby park next.

While walking, Anna noticed a thief running away! Luckily, the police arrived quickly to catch him. Anna’s mum told her, “That’s why it’s important to be specific about safety.”

Later, Anna and her family had a picnic. She loved the taste of the food, especially the sweet fruit. Her dad gave her some good tips about learning English.

Anna was doing a task for school about technology. She wrote about how it helps people in their daily lives. Her thinking was very clear, and she had many good thoughts.

At the end of the day, Anna tied her shoelaces — the tie was a bit loose before — and took a deep breath. She wanted to stay calm and enjoy every moment.

She hoped she would succeed in her English studies and be a successful student one day. It was a surprising and happy day full of learning and fun.

📝 Vocabulary List

  • towel /ˈtaʊəl/ (noun)
    Please bring a towel to dry your hands.

    tower /ˈtaʊə(r)/ (noun)
    The old tower is very tall and famous.

    toy /tɔɪ/ (noun, adjective)
    The child loves his new toy car.
    She has a toy train set at home.

    track /træk/ (noun)
    The race car followed the track around the circuit.

    tradition /trəˈdɪʃən/ (noun)
    It is a family tradition to eat cake on birthdays.

    traditional /trəˈdɪʃənl/ (adjective)
    They wore traditional clothes for the festival.

    train /treɪn/ (verb)
    She will train to be a doctor.

    trainer /ˈtreɪnə(r)/ (noun)
    The sports trainer helped the team prepare for the game.

    training /ˈtreɪnɪŋ/ (noun)
    The new training started this morning.

    transport /ˈtrænspɔːt/ (noun)
    Buses are an important part of public transport.

    traveller /ˈtrævələ(r)/ (noun)
    The traveller visited many countries last year.

    trouble /ˈtrʌbl/ (noun)
    He got into trouble for being late.

    truck /trʌk/ (noun)
    The truck carried heavy goods on the road.

    twin /twɪn/ (noun, adjective)
    She has a twin sister.
    They live in twin houses next to each other.

    typical /ˈtɪpɪkl/ (adjective)
    It’s typical British weather to have rain in summer.

    underground /ˌʌndəˈɡraʊnd/ (adjective, adverb)
    We took the underground train to the city centre.

    understanding /ˌʌndəˈstændɪŋ/ (noun)
    Good understanding between friends is important.

    unfortunately /ʌnˈfɔːtʃənətli/ (adverb)
    Unfortunately, the shop was closed when we arrived.

    unhappy /ʌnˈhæpi/ (adjective)
    She felt unhappy about losing her keys.

    uniform /ˈjuːnɪfɔːm/ (noun)
    Students wear a school uniform every day.

    unit /ˈjuːnɪt/ (noun)
    This is the first unit in the English course.

    united /juːˈnaɪtɪd/ (adjective)
    The countries are united in their efforts to protect the environment.

    unusual /ʌnˈjuːʒuəl/ (adjective)
    That is an unusual way to celebrate a birthday.

    upstairs /ˌʌpˈsteəz/ (adjective)
    Her bedroom is upstairs.

    use /juːz/ (noun)
    The use of mobile phones is common everywhere.

    used to /ˈjuːst tuː/ (modal verb)
    I used to live in London when I was younger.

    user /ˈjuːzə(r)/ (noun)
    Every user needs to create a password for the website.

    usual /ˈjuːʒuəl/ (adjective)
    We went to our usual café for breakfast.

    valley /ˈvæli/ (noun)
    The village is located in a beautiful valley.

    van /væn/ (noun)
    The delivery van arrived early this morning.

    variety /vəˈraɪəti/ (noun)
    There is a variety of fruits in the market.

    vehicle /ˈviːɪkl/ (noun)
    Cars, buses, and bikes are all types of vehicles.

    view /vjuː/ (noun)
    The hotel room had a great view of the sea.

    virus /ˈvaɪrəs/ (noun)
    A virus made many people sick last winter.

📖 Story Example


A Trip to the Valley

Tom and his twin sister, Anna, were travellers. One day, they planned a trip to a beautiful valley. They packed a towel, some food, and a small toy for their journey.

They took a van because it was a good vehicle for their trip. On the way, they saw a tall tower near the road. It was a typical sight in that area.

At the valley, they enjoyed the wonderful view. They walked on a dirt track and saw many trees. It was an unusual but peaceful place.

Tom wore his trainer shoes because he wanted to walk comfortably. Anna brought a tablet to take photos and write notes about their adventure.

They found an old truck near the river. It was very thick with dust and looked like it hadn’t been used for years. They also saw some twins playing with a new toy.

While walking upstairs in a small house, they noticed a uniform hanging on the wall. It was from a soldier who once lived there.

Tom and Anna learned about the tradition of the valley’s people. They wore traditional clothes and celebrated with songs and dance.

Unfortunately, it started to rain. They quickly got inside to avoid trouble. The rain was cold, and the temperature dropped. They used the towel to dry their wet clothes.

Anna had a variety of snacks in her bag. She offered Tom some, and he said, “I like the sweet ones best.”

They listened to the training advice from a guide who showed them how to protect nature. “Always respect the system of the valley,” he said.

Tom remembered his school task about technology and took a picture to use in his project. “I used to think learning was boring,” he said, “but now it’s fun!”

At the end of the day, they walked back to the underground station to catch the train home. Tom felt a little unhappy because the trip was over, but Anna smiled and said, “We will come again!”

They promised to train themselves to be good explorers and careful users of nature. It was a great day full of learning and fun.

📝 Vocabulary List

  • voice /vɔɪs/ (noun)
    Her voice is very loud and clear.

    wait /weɪt/ (noun)
    The wait for the bus was longer than usual.

    war /wɔː(r)/ (noun)
    The history book talks about the First World War.

    wash /wɒʃ/ (noun)
    She did the wash on Sunday.

    washing /ˈwɒʃɪŋ/ (noun)
    The washing is hanging outside to dry.

    wave /weɪv/ (noun)
    The wave at the beach was very big today.

    weak /wiːk/ (adjective)
    He felt weak after the long walk.

    web /web/ (noun)
    The spider built a web in the corner.

    wedding /ˈwedɪŋ/ (noun)
    They are planning their wedding for next summer.

    weight /weɪt/ (noun)
    She lifted the heavy box with all her weight.

    welcome /ˈwɛlkəm/ (noun)
    They gave us a warm welcome at the hotel.

    wet /wet/ (adjective)
    My clothes are wet because of the rain.

    wheel /wiːl/ (noun)
    The car has four wheels.

    while /waɪl/ (conjunction)
    I read a book while waiting for the bus.

    whole /həʊl/ (adjective)
    She ate the whole cake by herself.

    whose /huːz/ (determiner, pronoun)
    Whose bag is this?

    wide /waɪd/ (adjective)
    The river is very wide here.

    wild /waɪld/ (adjective)
    We saw some wild animals in the forest.

    wind /wɪnd/ (noun)
    The wind was strong and cold today.

    winner /ˈwɪnə(r)/ (noun)
    She was the winner of the race.

    wish /wɪʃ/ (verb, noun)
    I wish you a happy birthday!
    My best wish is for good health.

    wood /wʊd/ (noun)
    They walked through the wood to get home.

    wooden /ˈwʊdn/ (adjective)
    The table is made of wooden planks.

    working /ˈwɜːkɪŋ/ (adjective)
    He is a working father and a student.

    worried /ˈwʌrid/ (adjective)
    She was worried about the exam.

    worry /ˈwʌri/ (verb)
    Don’t worry about the test.

    worse /wɜːs/ (adjective)
    The weather got worse after noon.

    worst /wɜːst/ (adjective)
    That was the worst day of my life.

    wow /waʊ/ (exclamation)
    Wow! That’s an amazing view!

    yet /jet/ (adverb)
    I haven’t finished my homework yet.

    yours /jɔːz/ (pronoun)
    This book is yours, not mine.

    zero /ˈzɪərəʊ/ (number)
    The temperature outside is zero degrees today.

📖 Story Example


A Wet Day Surprise

One day, Lucy used her strong voice to call her brother. “Wait for me!” she shouted. Outside, the wind was very cold and the sky was grey.

They were going to a big wedding in a small village near the wood. The whole family was there. The weather was not good — the grass was wet from the rain.

Lucy felt a little worried because she didn’t want to get wet. She saw a big wheel on a farm tractor nearby. It was muddy and moved slowly.

While waiting, she noticed a web with a tiny spider. “Wow!” she said. It was very wild and strong.

Her brother, the winner of last year’s school race, smiled and said, “Don’t worry, Lucy. The rain will stop soon.”

Lucy wished the rain would stop. “I wish we had sunny weather,” she said quietly.

At the wedding, they ate a lot of cake. Lucy ate the whole piece! She felt the weight of the food in her stomach.

Her uncle was a working man and told funny stories. Everyone gave him a warm welcome.

Later, Lucy’s clothes were dry, but she was still a little weak from the cold.

The party was fun, and Lucy said, “That was the worst rainy day, but I had a great time!”

Her brother laughed, “Yes, but it could have been worse!”

On their way home, Lucy saw a zero on the thermometer. It was freezing outside!

Yet it was a wonderful day,” she said, smiling.

Yours and mine,” her brother agreed.