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Join our Kids small group Speaking Classes to bring these and other topics to life Book a Free Trial < KIDS NEWS World Next Select a Level Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 NEW 10 Sept 2026 Here, off the coast of Nazaré, Portugal, on October 29, 2020, Sebastian Steudtner set a record for the tallest wave ever surfed. That wave was 26.21 meters (85.99 feet) tall. SOPA Images Limited/Alamy Meet the World's Biggest Waves and Their Ocean Mysteries Warm-up → Read & Listen → Check Understanding → Language → Use It WARM UP Think Ahead: Which detail do you think appears in this story? a) A gigantic wave that hit a bay in Alaska b) A shark swimming in a river c) A space rocket landing in the water Ask: (1) Have you ever seen big waves at the beach? (2) Would you like to ride a surfboard on a high wave? VOCABULARY ocean (/ˈəʊʃn/ , noun) Meaning: A very large area of salt water that covers most of the Earth. Example: Look at the blue water in the ocean. wave (/weɪv/ , noun) Meaning: A line of water that moves across the top of the sea. Example: The wave splashes on the soft sand. surfer (/ˈsɜːfə/ , noun) Meaning: A person who stands on a board to ride on sea waves. Example: The brave surfer stands on his long board. coast (/kəʊst/ , noun) Meaning: The land that is next to the ocean. Example: We walk on the bright yellow coast. canyon (/ˈkænjən/ , noun) Meaning: A deep valley with very steep sides of rock. Example: The deep canyon sits under the sea water. earthquake (/ˈɜːθkweɪk/ , noun) Meaning: A sudden strong shaking of the ground. Example: The big earthquake makes the land shake fast. The ocean has huge waves. Wind blows over the water to make waves. Some waves are small and calm. Other waves are giant walls of water! In Portugal, surfers ride high water. A deep canyon sits under the sea. It pushes the water up fast. People watch from the land. It looks like magic! In Alaska, a strong earthquake happened a long time ago. Heavy rocks fell down a hill into the sea. This made the biggest wave in history. It cleared trees off the land! Scientists study these giant waves today. They use computers to see how water moves. They want to help people stay safe near the coast. The deep sea is full of fun mysteries! BlueRingMedia/Shutterstock Share Lesson DISCUSSION QUESTIONS (1) Why do people like to watch surfers ride huge waves? (2) Would you like to visit a town with big ocean waves? (3) How do you feel when you hear about an earthquake? (4) What is your favourite thing to do at the beach? (5) Why is it important to stay safe near the sea? BACK TO TOP Unlock All Lessons ($3.99/mo) 🚀 Want more exercises and a worksheet pdf? This content is for premium subscribers and tuition parents only! Subscribe for $3.99/mo to unlock. FILL IN THE GAPS FILL THE GAPS Section 1: Fill in the Gaps Word Bank: canyon, earthquake, ocean, surfer The _______(1) has huge waves. Wind blows over the water to make waves. Some waves are small and calm. Other waves are giant walls of water! In Portugal, surfers ride high water. A deep _______(2) sits under the sea. It pushes the water up fast. People watch from the land. It looks like magic! In Alaska, a strong _______(3) happened a long time ago. Heavy rocks fell down a hill into the sea. This made the biggest wave in history. It cleared trees off the land! Scientists study these giant waves today. They use computers to see how water moves. They want to help people stay safe near the coast. A brave _______(4) can ride giant water. The deep sea is full of fun mysteries! Section 2: Main Idea What is the main idea of this story? a) How scientists build big boats for the ocean b) Why giant waves form and how scientists study them c) How to catch small fish near the shore UNDERSTANDING Section 3: True or False (1) In Portugal, a deep underwater canyon helps make huge waves. T/F (2) The biggest wave in history happened because a plane landed in Alaska. T/F (3) Scientists use computers to learn how water moves. T/F Section 4: Put Events in Order Put these story events in order from 1 to 3: ( ) Rocks fell into the water in Alaska after an earthquake. ( ) Water moves over deep canyons in Portugal to make tall waves. ( ) Scientists study computer models to help keep coastal areas safe. LANGUAGE Section 5: Vocab Match (1) ocean (2) surfer (3) earthquake (4) coast (5) canyon a) A person who rides waves on a board b) A sudden shaking of the ground c) A deep valley with steep sides d) A very large area of salt water e) Land that is next to the ocean USE IT Section 6: Discussion Builder (1) Surfers love to ride huge water __________. a) waves b) rocks (2) An earthquake can make land __________. a) shake b) sleep Section 7: Sentence Unscramble (1) Put the words in order: A) ocean / B) Has / C) The / D) waves / E) huge (2) Put the words in order: A) study / B) Scientists / C) water / D) big / E) waves SHOW ANSWERS BACK TO TOP ANSWER KEY Warm Up Choice: a Section 1 Answers: (1) ocean (2) canyon (3) earthquake (4) surfer Section 2 Answer: b Section 3 Answers: (1) T (2) F (3) T Section 4 Answers: 2, 1, 3 Section 5 Answers: (1) d (2) a (3) b (4) e (5) c Section 6 Answers: (1) a (2) a Section 7 Answers: (1) C-A-B-E-D (The ocean has huge waves) (2) B-A-D-C-E (Scientists study big water waves) Section 8 Sample Guidance: Check that students express simple thoughts using target words like ocean, wave, or safe. 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Join our Kids small group Speaking Classes to bring these and other topics to life Book a Free Trial < KIDS NEWS Science & Technology Next Select a Level Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 NEW 18 Sept 2026 Pages from the Anthropic website and the company’s logos are displayed on a computer screen in New York, Feb. 26, 2026. (AP Photo/Patrick Sison, File) Can Artificial Intelligence Teach Itself to Improve? Warm-up → Read & Listen → Check Understanding → Language → Use It WARM UP Think Ahead: Which detail do you think appears in this story? a) A robot that cleans bedrooms b) An AI model that checks its own work c) A computer that plays football Ask: (1) Do you use computers to help with school work? (2) Is it easy or hard to find your own mistakes? VOCABULARY model (/ˈmɒd.əl/ , noun) Meaning: A clever computer program that learns from information. Example: The smart model answers my questions quickly. smart (/smɑːt/ , adjective) Meaning: Very quick to learn and understand things. Example: My sister is smart and solves hard puzzles. check (/tʃek/ , verb) Meaning: To look at something carefully to find mistakes. Example: I check my bag before I go to school. correct (/kəˈrekt/ , adjective) Meaning: Right and without any mistakes. Example: Her answer to the maths question is correct. learn (/lɜːn/ , verb) Meaning: To get new knowledge or new skills. Example: Children learn new words in English class every day. future (/ˈfjuː.tʃər/ , noun) Meaning: The time that will happen after now. Example: Cars might fly in the distant future. Computers are getting very clever today. A company named Anthropic creates smart AI programs. Their new program is Claude 3.5 Sonnet. Claude is a special computer model. It can read words, write stories, and answer big questions. Now, scientists are teaching Claude to fix its own errors. Usually, human engineers teach computer programs. Humans write the instructions and check the answers. But Claude can now look at its own work. It finds small mistakes and makes them correct. The computer learns from these small mistakes. It tries again until the answer is right. This new skill helps the AI improve much faster. Scientists feel excited about this change. They say it saves a lot of time. However, humans still watch the computer carefully. They want to make sure the AI stays safe and friendly. In the future, smart computers will help us solve even bigger problems every day. Share Lesson DISCUSSION QUESTIONS 1. Do you think computers can be smart like humans? 2. How do you fix your mistakes when you write? 3. What is your favourite thing to do on a computer? 4. Why is it important to check your work? 5. How can robots help us in the future? BACK TO TOP Unlock All Lessons ($3.99/mo) 🚀 Want more exercises and a worksheet pdf? This content is for premium subscribers and tuition parents only! Subscribe for $3.99/mo to unlock. FILL IN THE GAPS FILL THE GAPS Section 1: Fill in the Gaps Word Bank: check, correct, future, model Computers are getting very clever today. A company named Anthropic creates smart AI programs. Their new program is Claude 3.5 Sonnet. Claude is a special computer _______(1). It can read words, write stories, and answer big questions. Now, scientists are teaching Claude to fix its own errors. Usually, human engineers teach computer programs. Humans write the instructions and _______(2) the answers. But Claude can now look at its own work. It finds small mistakes and makes them _______(3). The computer learns from these small mistakes. It tries again until the answer is right. This new skill helps the AI improve much faster. Scientists feel excited about this change. They say it saves a lot of time. However, humans still watch the computer carefully. They want to make sure the AI stays safe and friendly. In the _______(4), smart computers will help us solve even bigger problems every day. Section 2: Main Idea What is the main idea of this story? a) Anthropic built a robot that cleans houses. b) A new AI model can check and fix its own mistakes. c) Children use computers to play games at school. UNDERSTANDING Section 3: True or False 1. Claude 3.5 Sonnet is a computer program made by Anthropic. T/F 2. Claude cannot find any of its own mistakes. T/F 3. Scientists watch the AI to keep it safe. T/F Section 4: Put Events in Order Put these events in order (1-3): ( ) Claude finds small mistakes in its work. ( ) Anthropic creates the Claude 3.5 Sonnet program. ( ) The computer tries again and makes the answer correct. LANGUAGE Section 5: Vocab Match 1. model 2. check 3. correct 4. learn 5. future Section 5: Vocab Match a) Right and without mistakes b) The time that happens after now c) A clever computer program d) To get new knowledge or skills e) To look carefully for errors USE IT Section 6: Discussion Builder 1. The student likes to _______ her spelling before giving it to the teacher. a) check b) jump 2. We will study hard and _______ new English words today. a) sleep b) learn Section 7: Sentence Unscramble 1. Unscramble the sentence: A) Anthropic B) computer programs C) creates D) smart E) today 2. Unscramble the sentence: A) learns B) from C) small mistakes D) The computer E) every day SHOW ANSWERS BACK TO TOP ANSWER KEY Warm Up Answer: b) An AI model that checks its own work Section 1: 1) model, 2) check, 3) correct, 4) future Section 2: b) A new AI model can check and fix its own mistakes. Section 3: 1) True, 2) False, 3) True Section 4: 2, 1, 3 Section 5: 1-c, 2-e, 3-a, 4-d, 5-b Section 6: 1-a, 2-b Section 7: 1) A-C-D-B-E (Anthropic creates smart computer programs today), 2) D-A-B-C-E (The computer learns from small mistakes every day) Section 8: Teacher-guided open discussion based on the 5 prompts. BACK TO TOP Suggest Feature Report an Error Close Thank you for your feedback! SUBMIT Report an error

Join our Kids small group Speaking Classes to bring these and other topics to life Book a Free Trial < KIDS NEWS Art & Culture Next Select a Level Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 NEW 2 Jun 2026 The Sweet Story of National Donut Day Warm-up → Read & Listen → Check Understanding → Language → Use It WARM UP Think Ahead: Which detail do you think appears in this story? a) Donuts were first made by kings in ancient castles. b) Brave women made donuts for soldiers during a big war. c) Donut shops are closed on the first Friday of June. Ask: Do you like to eat donuts? What is your favorite flavor? Why do you think people give sweet treats to their friends? VOCABULARY volunteer Noun homesick Adjective ingredient Noun helmet Noun celebrate Verb vɒlənˈtɪə a person who chooses to do a job to help others without getting money Example: The volunteer helped clean up the city park on Saturday. həʊmsɪk feeling sad because you are away from your home and family Example: The little boy felt homesick during his first night at summer camp. ɪnˈɡriːdiənt one of the things that you use to make a particular food Example: Flour is an important ingredient when you want to bake a cake. ˈhelmɪt a hard hat that protects your head from danger or injury Example: You must always wear a strong helmet when you ride your bicycle. ˈselɪbreɪt to do something special and fun for an important day or event Example: My family will cook a big dinner to celebrate my sister's graduation. Many people love to eat sweet treats. June 5, 2026, is a special day called National Donut Day. This fun holiday happens every year on the first Friday in June. It has a very kind history. A group called The Salvation Army started this holiday in 1938. Long ago, during World War I, female volunteers traveled to France. They wanted to help American soldiers who felt homesick. The women used simple things like flour, sugar, and milk to make fresh donuts. They did not have donut cutters, so they shaped the dough by hand. They even fried the donuts inside soldiers' metal helmets! These helpful women were called "Donut Lassies". Today, many donut shops give away free donuts to celebrate this sweet day. Share Lesson DISCUSSION QUESTIONS 1. When do people celebrate National Donut Day in 2026? 2. Why did the female volunteers travel to France long ago? 3. What did the women use as cooking pans when making the donuts? 4. Do you think a small treat can make a person feel better when they are sad? 5. What is another food that reminds you of your home or family? 6. Would you like to be a volunteer helper one day? Why? BACK TO TOP Unlock All Lessons ($3.99/mo) 🚀 Want more exercises and a worksheet pdf? This content is for premium subscribers and tuition parents only! Subscribe for $3.99/mo to unlock. FILL IN THE GAPS FILL THE GAPS 1: FILL IN THE GAPS Word Bank: ingredient / celebrate / volunteer / helmet / homesick June 5 is a fun holiday, and many people love to (1) _______________ National Donut Day. The history started when a female (2) _______________ group traveled to France to help soldiers. The soldiers felt very (3) _______________ because they missed their families. The women used sugar as a sweet (4) _______________ to make dough. They even cooked the food inside a soldier's metal (5) _______________ to make the troops happy! 2: MAIN IDEA Choose one: National Donut Day was started to honor kind women who made treats to comfort homesick soldiers. Baking donuts inside metal pots is the fastest way for big restaurants to make food today. American soldiers in France decided to stop eating sugar and milk during World War I. UNDERSTANDING 3: TRUE OR FALSE National Donut Day is celebrated every year on the first Friday of June. T / F The volunteers had professional donut cutters to shape the dough perfectly. T / F The women who made the sweet treats were nicknamed "Donut Lassies". T / F 4: PUT EVENTS IN ORDER Put the events from the story in the correct order from first (1) to last (3): _____ The Salvation Army created National Donut Day to raise funds for people in need. _____ Female volunteers cooked donuts in helmets to cheer up sad soldiers in France. _____ Modern donut stores give away free treats to customers on the special Friday. LANGUAGE Match each vocabulary word with its definition: 1. Volunteer 2. Homesick 3. Ingredient 4. Helmet 5. Celebrate a) One part of a food mixture. b) Missing your home and family. c) A hard hat used for protection. d) To have fun on a special holiday. e) A person who works without pay to help. USE IT 6: DISCUSSION BUILDER Choose the best phrase for each gap: 1. The volunteers did not have tools, _______________ they shaped the dough with their hands. (but / because / so) 2. The soldiers loved the treats _______________ the fresh aroma reminded them of home. (so / because / but) 7: SENTENCE UNSCRAMBLE 1. A. love B. donuts. C. Children D. to E. eat 2. A. made B. They C. helmets. D. treats E. inside SHOW ANSWERS BACK TO TOP ANSWER KEY Think Ahead: b Section 1 (Fill in the Gaps): (1) celebrate, (2) volunteer, (3) homesick, (4) ingredient, (5) helmet Section 2 (Main Idea): National Donut Day was started to honor kind women who made treats to comfort homesick soldiers. Section 3 (True or False): 1. True 2. False 3. True Section 4 (Put Events in Order): 1. 2 2. 1 3. 3 Section 5 (Vocab Match): 1. e 2. b 3. a 4. c 5. d Section 6 (Discussion Builder): 1. so, 2. because Section 7 (Sentence Unscramble): 1. Children love to eat donuts. 2. They made treats inside helmets. BACK TO TOP Suggest Feature Report an Error Close Thank you for your feedback! SUBMIT Report an error

Join our Kids small group Speaking Classes to bring these and other topics to life Book a Free Trial < KIDS NEWS Art & Culture Next Select a Level Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 NEW 22 Sept 2026 Preliminary results from an ongoing study found about two-thirds of 8- to 12-year-olds use social media. For some kids that use could be a problem. HRAUN/E+/Getty Images Children and Social Media: Staying Safe Online Warm-up → Read & Listen → Check Understanding → Language → Use It WARM UP Section: Warm Up Think Ahead: Which detail do you think appears in this story? a) Children use mobile phones to watch videos and chat with friends. b) Schools are banning all computers and books forever. c) Children build giant robots using social media apps. Ask: (1) Do you like using mobile apps on a phone or tablet? (2) Why is it important to follow rules when using the internet? VOCABULARY app (/æp/ , noun) Meaning: A special program on a mobile phone or computer. Example: I downloaded a fun game app on my tablet. video (/'vɪd.i.əʊ/ , noun) Meaning: A moving picture that you watch on a screen. Example: We watched a funny animal video online after school. friend (/frend/ , noun) Meaning: A person you know, like, and enjoy spending time with. Example: I play games with my best friend every afternoon. share (/ʃeə/ , verb) Meaning: To give or show something to other people. Example: Children like to share pictures with their family. phone (/fəʊn/ , noun) Meaning: A small electronic device used for calling and browsing. Example: She answered the phone when her mother called. online (/ˌɒn'laɪn/ , adjective) Meaning: Connected to the internet. Example: My brother plays online chess against players in London. rule (/ruːl/ , noun) Meaning: An official statement that tells you what you must or must not do. Example: The classroom rule says we must listen to the teacher. safe (/seɪf/ , adjective) Meaning: Protected from danger or harm. Example: Always wear a helmet to stay safe on your bicycle. Many young children like using mobile phones today. They watch fun video clips every single day. They use a popular app on their phone. Children play online games with their classmates. They talk to a good friend every afternoon. They like to share happy pictures with family. However, many apps have an age rule. This rule is very clear for users. Children must be thirteen years old to join them. Some young kids do not tell the truth about their age. They sign up early to chat with friends. Parents and teachers want children to stay safe online. Playing outside in the garden is also important. Too much screen time is not good for sleeping well. Teachers say that children need healthy daily habits. Children can learn to follow every internet rule today. They switch off their smart phones at bedtime. They talk to adults when they see bad things. Staying safe online is always a smart choice. Roughly one in 11 preteens may use social media in ways that can interfere with their relationships and normal activities, a new study finds. Thawatchai Chawong/iStock/Getty Images Plus Share Lesson DISCUSSION QUESTIONS (1) Which mobile app do you like using the most? (2) Why do many social media apps require users to be 13 years old? (3) What outdoor games do you enjoy playing instead of looking at screens? (4) What should you do if you see something strange or scary online? (5) Why is it helpful to turn off smart phones before going to bed? BACK TO TOP Unlock All Lessons ($3.99/mo) 🚀 Want more exercises and a worksheet pdf? This content is for premium subscribers and tuition parents only! Subscribe for $3.99/mo to unlock. FILL IN THE GAPS FILL THE GAPS Section 1: Fill in the Gaps Word Bank: friend, rule, app, safe Many young children like using mobile phones today. They watch fun video clips every single day. They use a popular _______(1) on their phone. Children play online games with their classmates. They talk to a good _______(2) every afternoon. They like to share happy pictures with family. However, many apps have an age rule. This rule is very clear for users. Children must be thirteen years old to join them. Some young kids do not tell the truth about their age. They sign up early to chat with friends. Parents and teachers want children to stay _______(3) online. Playing outside in the garden is also important. Too much screen time is not good for sleeping well. Teachers say that children need healthy daily habits. Children can learn to follow every internet _______(4) today. They switch off their smart phones at bedtime. They talk to adults when they see bad things. Staying safe online is always a smart choice. Section 2: Main Idea What is the main idea of the story? a) Mobile phones are only used for playing music at school. b) Children use apps online and must follow safety rules. c) All children must buy new mobile phones every year. UNDERSTANDING Section 3: True or False (1) Children use mobile apps to watch video clips and talk to friends. T/F (2) Most social media apps allow seven-year-olds to join freely. T/F (3) Turning off phones at night helps children sleep well. T/F Section 4: Put Events in Order Put these story events in order from 1 to 3: ( ) Children learn to switch off their phones at bedtime. ( ) Young children use popular apps on mobile phones to chat and play. ( ) Parents and teachers remind kids to follow online safety rules. LANGUAGE Section 5: Vocab Match (1) app (2) video (3) friend (4) share (5) rule a) a moving picture on a screen b) an official statement telling you what to do c) a small program on a computer or mobile phone d) to show or give something to other people e) a person you know and like very much USE IT Section 6: Discussion Builder (1) I use a phone app to _______ videos with my classmates. a) share b) sleep c) jump (2) We must follow the safety _______ when we browse the web. a) cake b) rule c) garden Section 7: Sentence Unscramble (1) Unscramble the sentence: [A] children / [B] online / [C] want / [D] to stay / [E] Parents (2) Unscramble the sentence: [A] switch off / [B] at bedtime / [C] phones / [D] Children / [E] their SHOW ANSWERS BACK TO TOP ANSWER KEY A1 Level Answer Key Warm Up Answer: Correct option: a) Children use mobile phones to watch videos and chat with friends. Section 1: Fill in the Gaps (1) app (2) friend (3) safe (4) rule Section 2: Main Idea Correct option: b) Children use apps online and must follow safety rules. Section 3: True or False (1) True (2) False (3) True Section 4: Put Events in Order (3) Children learn to switch off their phones at bedtime. (1) Young children use popular apps on mobile phones to chat and play. (2) Parents and teachers remind kids to follow online safety rules. Section 5: Vocab Match (1) - c (app: a small program on a computer or mobile phone) (2) - a (video: a moving picture on a screen) (3) - e (friend: a person you know and like very much) (4) - d (share: to show or give something to other people) (5) - b (rule: an official statement telling you what to do) Section 6: Discussion Builder (1) a) share (2) b) rule Section 7: Sentence Unscramble (1) Parents want children to stay safe online. (E - C - A - D - B) (2) Children switch off their phones at bedtime. (D - A - E - C - B) Section 8: Discussion Questions Open student responses encouraging simple Present Tense usage and complete sentences. BACK TO TOP Suggest Feature Report an Error Close Thank you for your feedback! SUBMIT Report an error

Join our Kids small group Speaking Classes to bring these and other topics to life Book a Free Trial < KIDS NEWS Animals & Environment Next Select a Level Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 NEW 12 Sept 2026 An orphaned elephant calf resting at a sanctuary. Source: National Geographic Orphaned Baby Elephant Saved in Nigeria Warm-up → Read & Listen → Check Understanding → Language → Use It WARM UP Think Ahead: Which detail do you think appears in this story? a) A baby elephant learns to get water from a pipe. b) A baby elephant flies in a blue helicopter. c) A baby elephant lives inside a big school. Ask: (1) Do you like baby animals? (2) What do elephants eat and drink? VOCABULARY forest (/ˈfɒr.ɪst/ , noun) Meaning: A large area of land covered with many trees. Example: The little elephant lives in a green forest. rescue (/ˈres.kjuː/ , verb) Meaning: To save someone or something from danger. Example: Kind rangers rescue animals in trouble. park (/pɑːk/ , noun) Meaning: A large public area of land kept in its natural state. Example: The baby elephant is safe in the national park. truck (/trʌk/ , noun) Meaning: A large motor vehicle used for carrying heavy things. Example: They move the small elephant in a big truck. water (/ˈwɔː.tə/ , noun) Meaning: The clear liquid that falls as rain and is in rivers. Example: The baby plays with fresh water every day. pipe (/paɪp/ , noun) Meaning: A long tube that carries water or gas. Example: He splashes water from a long pipe. Rangers in Nigeria find a small baby elephant in a forest. The baby elephant is lost and very weak. He is alone in Okomu National Park. The rangers rescue the small animal quickly. They carry the baby in a truck. The team names the baby elephant Agbaibor. He drinks special milk and grows strong. The rangers watch him day and night. They give him good care and love. Agbaibor is a happy young elephant now. He loves playing with water in his home. He gets water from a pipe and splashes it. He runs to greet his human friends. He throws his trunk up in the air. People are happy because Agbaibor is safe in the park. Agbaibor soon figured out he could draw water from the pipe and break it to spray himself. After many attempts at repair, the caretakers have given up trying to fix it. NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC Share Lesson DISCUSSION QUESTIONS 1. How do you feel when you read about Agbaibor? 2. Why do baby animals need help when they are lost? 3. Would you like to work as a park ranger? 4. What animals live in forests near your country? 5. How can people help protect wild animals today? BACK TO TOP Unlock All Lessons ($3.99/mo) 🚀 Want more exercises and a worksheet pdf? This content is for premium subscribers and tuition parents only! Subscribe for $3.99/mo to unlock. FILL IN THE GAPS FILL THE GAPS Section 1: Fill in the Gaps Word Bank: forest, pipe, park, rescue, truck, water Rangers in Nigeria find a small baby elephant in a forest. The baby elephant is lost and very weak. He is alone in Okomu National Park. The rangers -------(1) the small animal quickly. They carry the baby in a -------(2). The team names the baby elephant Agbaibor. He drinks special milk and grows strong. The rangers watch him day and night. They give him good care and love. Agbaibor is a happy young elephant now. He loves playing with -------(3) in his home. He gets water from a -------(4) and splashes it. He runs to greet his human friends. He throws his trunk up in the air. People are happy because Agbaibor is safe in the -------(5). Section 2: Main Idea What is the main idea of this story? a) Rangers rescue an orphaned baby elephant in Nigeria and care for him. b) Elephants love driving big trucks through national parks. c) A park ranger builds a new house near a river. UNDERSTANDING Section 3: True or False 1. The baby elephant is found in Okomu National Park. T/F 2. The rangers move the baby elephant in a red plane. T/F 3. Agbaibor likes playing with water from a pipe. T/F Section 4: Put Events in Order Put these events in order from 1 to 3: ( ) The rangers name the baby elephant Agbaibor and feed him milk. ( ) Rangers find a weak, lost baby elephant in the forest. ( ) Agbaibor plays with water from a pipe and grows happy. LANGUAGE Section 5: Vocab Match 1. forest 2. rescue 3. park 4. truck 5. pipe a) A long tube for water b) A large vehicle for carrying things c) A large area with many trees d) To save someone from danger e) A protected land area for nature USE IT Section 6: Discussion Builder Choose the best word to complete each sentence: 1. The rangers ------- the weak elephant to safety in a truck. a) carried b) painted c) sang 2. Agbaibor gets water from a pipe and ------- it around. a) splashes b) sleeps c) reads Section 7: Sentence Unscramble Unscramble the words to make correct sentences: 1. [A] baby [B] The [C] is [D] elephant [E] safe. 2. [A] plays [B] He [C] water [D] with [E] daily. SHOW ANSWERS BACK TO TOP ANSWER KEY Warm Up Answer: a) A baby elephant learns to get water from a pipe. Section 1: Fill in the Gaps (1) rescue (2) truck (3) water (4) pipe (5) park Section 2: Main Idea a Section 3: True or False 1. T 2. F 3. T Section 4: Put Events in Order 2, 1, 3 Section 5: Vocab Match 1-c, 2-d, 3-e, 4-b, 5-a Section 6: Discussion Builder 1. a 2. a Section 7: Sentence Unscramble 1. B-A-D-C-E (The baby elephant is safe.) 2. B-A-D-C-E (He plays with water daily.) Section 8: Discussion Questions Student's own answers. BACK TO TOP Suggest Feature Report an Error Close Thank you for your feedback! SUBMIT Report an error

Join our Kids small group Speaking Classes to bring these and other topics to life Book a Free Trial < KIDS NEWS Education Next Select a Level Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 NEW 7 Aug 2026 Why Classic Books Are Still Essential for English Class Warm-up → Read & Listen → Check Understanding → Language → Use It WARM UP Think Ahead: Which detail do you think appears in this story? a) Classic books help students learn about life long ago. b) Old books are only read in science class. c) Children should never read old books. Ask: (1) What is your favourite book to read at school? (2) Do you like reading old stories or new stories? VOCABULARY classic (adjective) /'klæs.ɪk/ story (noun) /'stɔː.ri/ character (noun) /'kær.ək.tə/ lesson (noun) /'les.ən/ famous (adjective) /'feɪ.məs/ reader (noun) /'riː.də/ Something that is high quality and famous for a long time. Example: We read a classic book in English class today. A tale about imaginary or real people and events. Example: My teacher told us an exciting story. A person or animal in a book, film, or play. Example: The main character in the book is a brave boy. Something helpful that you learn from an experience or story. Example: The story teaches a good lesson about honesty. Known and recognized by a lot of people. Example: Harry Potter is a famous book around the world. A person who reads books or other texts. Example: The young reader loved the novel. Many students read books in English class every week. Some of these books are very old, but they are still very popular today. Teachers call these special stories classic books. A classic story has exciting ideas and helpful lessons for every young reader. When you read a famous book, you can learn about life long ago. You can meet a friendly character in a quiet village or follow a brave hero on a big adventure. Reading older stories helps children discover new vocabulary and practice useful reading skills. These books also help students understand how people lived in the past. You can talk about the stories with your classmates and your teacher. Reading a classic book is like taking a trip through time. Next time you pick up an old book in school, remember that it has a wonderful story to share with you every day. Photo by Elena Kloppenburg on Unsplash Share Lesson DISCUSSION QUESTIONS 1. What is your favourite book to read in school? 2. Do you like reading stories about the past or the future? 3. Who is your favourite character from a story? 4. Why do teachers want students to read books? 5. Would you like to write a classic book one day? BACK TO TOP Unlock All Lessons ($3.99/mo) 🚀 Want more exercises and a worksheet pdf? This content is for premium subscribers and tuition parents only! Subscribe for $3.99/mo to unlock. FILL IN THE GAPS FILL THE GAPS Section 1: Fill in the Gaps Word Bank: character, classic, famous, lesson Many students read books in English class every week. Some of these books are very old, but they are still very popular today. Teachers call these special stories _______(1) books. A classic story has exciting ideas and helpful _______(2)s for every young reader. When you read a _______(3) book, you can learn about life long ago. You can meet a friendly _______(4) in a quiet village or follow a brave hero on a big adventure. Reading older stories helps children discover new vocabulary and practice useful reading skills. These books also help students understand how people lived in the past. You can talk about the stories with your classmates and your teacher. Reading a classic book is like taking a trip through time. Next time you pick up an old book in school, remember that it has a wonderful story to share with you every day. Section 2: Main Idea What is the main idea of this article? a) Classic books are boring and hard to read. b) Classic books help students learn about life, words, and history. c) Students should only read new comic books at school. UNDERSTANDING Section 3: True or False 1. Teachers call special old stories classic books. T/F 2. Reading old stories does not help children learn new words. T/F 3. Classic books can show students how people lived in the past. T/F Section 4: Put Events in Order Put the following statements in chronological order as presented in the article (1-3): - ____ Reading classic books helps children discover new vocabulary. ____ Students read books in English class every week. ____ You can talk about the stories with your classmates and teacher. LANGUAGE Section 5: Vocab Match 1. classic 2. story 3. character 4. lesson 5. famous a) Known by many people b) A person in a book or film c) Something helpful you learn d) A tale about events and people e) High quality and famous for a long time USE IT Section 6: Discussion Builder Choose the correct word to complete each sentence: 1. When I read a classic novel, I can _______ how people lived many years ago. a) learn b) forget c) hide 2. A good story always has an interesting _______ who does brave things. a) character b) desk c) pencil Section 7: Sentence Unscramble Unscramble the words to make a correct sentence: 1. A) old / B) books / C) read / D) students / E) many 2. A) books / B) classic / C) we / D) in class / E) read SHOW ANSWERS BACK TO TOP ANSWER KEY Section: Warm Up Answer: Correct option: a) Classic books help students learn about life long ago. Section 1: Fill in the Gaps Answers: (1) classic (2) lesson (3) famous (4) character Section 2: Main Idea Answer: b) Classic books help students learn about life, words, and history. Section 3: True or False Answers: True (T) False (F) True (T) Section 4: Put Events in Order Answers: Students read books in English class every week. Reading classic books helps children discover new vocabulary. You can talk about the stories with your classmates and teacher. Section 5: Vocab Match Answers: 1 - e 2 - d 3 - b 4 - c 5 - a Section 6: Discussion Builder Answers: a) learn a) character Section 7: Sentence Unscramble Answers: D - C - E - A - B (Students read many old books.) C - E - B - A - D (We read classic books in class.) Section 8: Discussion Questions Answers: Open-ended responses based on individual student experiences. BACK TO TOP Suggest Feature Report an Error Close Thank you for your feedback! SUBMIT Report an error

Join our Kids small group Speaking Classes to bring these and other topics to life Book a Free Trial < KIDS NEWS Sports & Travel Next Select a Level Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 NEW 20 Sept 2026 Image Credit: Florian Olivo from Unsplas Do Video Games Deserve Their Bad Reputation? Warm-up → Read & Listen → Check Understanding → Language → Use It WARM UP Think Ahead: Which detail do you think appears in this story? a) Playing games can help children relax with friends. b) Video games always turn children into bad people. c) Nobody plays video games on a mobile phone. Ask: (1) Do you like playing video games after school? (2) Which game is your favorite to play with friends? VOCABULARY screen (/skriːn/ , noun) Meaning: The flat glass part of a computer, television, or phone that shows images. Example: I look at the screen when I play games. relax (/rɪˈlæks/ , verb) Meaning: To rest and feel happy after a long day. Example: Children relax by reading or playing games. friend (/frend/ , noun) Meaning: A person who you know well and like to spend time with. Example: I play games with my best friend. tired (/ˈtaɪəd/ , adjective) Meaning: Needing rest or sleep. Example: He is tired because he stays up late. rule (/ruːl/ , noun) Meaning: An instruction about what you must or must not do. Example: Following a family rule helps you sleep well. world (/wɜːld/ , noun) Meaning: A place in a game or in real life. Example: Some video games have colorful worlds to explore. Many young people love video games. They play games on a computer or a mobile phone. Games have bright colors and fun sounds. Children play with friends after school. Playing a game helps kids relax after a busy day. Some parents worry about video games. They say that games take too much time. Kids stay up late and feel tired at school. Sometimes kids get angry when they lose a game. Some games have scary or bad things inside them. Is gaming always bad? No, it is not! Video games can teach us new things. Players solve clever puzzles and think fast. Friends talk and work together in fun online worlds. Video games are safe when children follow simple family rules. It is good to stop playing and go outside too. Image Credit: JESHOOTS.COM from Unsplash Share Lesson DISCUSSION QUESTIONS (1) Do you play games on a phone or a computer? (2) How do you feel when you play with your friends? (3) Why do some parents worry about video games? (4) What rules do you have for screen time at home? (5) What outdoor activities do you enjoy doing? BACK TO TOP Unlock All Lessons ($3.99/mo) 🚀 Want more exercises and a worksheet pdf? This content is for premium subscribers and tuition parents only! Subscribe for $3.99/mo to unlock. FILL IN THE GAPS FILL THE GAPS Section 1: Fill in the Gaps Word Bank: friend, relax, rules, screen Many young people love video games. They play games on a computer or a mobile phone. Games have bright colors and fun sounds. Children play with a _______(1) after school. Playing a game helps kids _______(2) after a busy day. Some parents worry about video games. They say that games take too much time. Kids stay up late and feel tired at school. Sometimes kids get angry when they lose a game. Some games have scary or bad things inside them. Is gaming always bad? No, it is not! Video games can teach us new things. Players solve clever puzzles and think fast. Friends talk and work together in fun online worlds. Video games are safe when children follow simple family _______(3) on their _______(4). It is good to stop playing and go outside too. Section 2: Main Idea What is the main idea of this text? a) Video games are always bad for all children. b) Video games have bad sides, but they can be fun and helpful with good rules. c) Children should only play video games on mobile phones. UNDERSTANDING Section 3: True or False (1) Video games can help children relax after a busy day. T/F (2) Parents never worry about their children staying up late to play games. T/F (3) Video games can help players learn to solve puzzles and think fast. T/F Section 4: Put Events in Order Put the following events in the correct order (1-3): ( ) Children follow simple family rules to stay safe. ( ) Children play fun video games after school to relax. ( ) Children stop playing their games and go outside to play. LANGUAGE Section 5: Vocab Match (1) relax (2) screen (3) rule (4) friend (5) tired a) Needing rest or sleep. b) A person you know well and like. c) An instruction about what you must do. d) To rest and feel happy. e) The flat glass part of a display. USE IT Section 6: Discussion Builder (1) Playing video games helps me _______ with my classmates after school. a) relax b) angry c) rule (2) We must follow a family _______ to stay safe while gaming. a) screen b) rule c) tired Section 7: Sentence Unscramble (1) Unscramble the sentence: A) a busy B) video games C) day at school D) relax after E) help kids (2) Unscramble the sentence: A) rules when B) We should C) games online D) follow family E) we play SHOW ANSWERS BACK TO TOP ANSWER KEY Warm Up Answer: a Section 1: Fill in the Gaps (1) friend (2) relax (3) rules (4) screen Section 2: Main Idea b Section 3: True or False (1) T (2) F (3) T Section 4: Put Events in Order 1) Children play fun video games after school to relax. 2) Children follow simple family rules to stay safe. 3) Children stop playing their games and go outside to play. Section 5: Vocab Match (1) d (2) e (3) c (4) b (5) a Section 6: Discussion Builder (1) a (2) b Section 7: Sentence Unscramble (1) B - E - D - A - C (Video games help kids relax after a busy day at school.) (2) B - D - A - E - C (We should follow family rules when we play games online.) Section 8: Discussion Questions Student's own answers based on the text. BACK TO TOP Suggest Feature Report an Error Close Thank you for your feedback! SUBMIT Report an error

Join our Kids small group Speaking Classes to bring these and other topics to life Book a Free Trial < KIDS NEWS Art & Culture Next Select a Level Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 NEW 2 Aug 2026 Taco!/ Lars Petter Pettersen How Tacos Became Norway's Favourite Comfort Food Warm-up → Read & Listen → Check Understanding → Language → Use It WARM UP Think Ahead: Which detail do you think appears in this story? a) People in Norway eat tacos on Friday nights. b) Tacos are made with fresh fish in Norway. c) Children eat tacos for breakfast at school. Ask: (1) Do you like eating tacos? (2) What is your favourite Friday night dinner? VOCABULARY taco (noun) Friday (noun) family (noun) dinner (noun) popular (adjective) weekend (noun) A Mexican food with a shell filled with meat, cheese, and vegetables. Sentence: We ate a delicious taco for lunch. The day of the week between Thursday and Saturday. Sentence: Friday is my favourite day of the week. A group of people who are related to each other, such as parents and children. Sentence: My family likes to eat dinner together. The main meal of the day, usually eaten in the evening. Sentence: We had pizza for dinner yesterday. Liked or enjoyed by many people. Sentence: Football is a very popular sport in Norway. Saturday and Sunday, when most people do not go to school or work. Sentence: I play video games on the weekend. In Norway, Friday night is taco night. Many families eat delicious tacos together at the end of the busy school week. This popular custom is called Fredagstaco in Norway. The tradition started many years ago when Tex-Mex food arrived in northern Europe. Norwegian people tried taco kits with spicy meat, crispy shells, and fresh vegetables. They quickly loved the fun meal because everyone could build their own food at the table. Today, Friday dinner is very special for Norwegian families. Parents and children cut up colourful vegetables like sweet corn, fresh cucumbers, and juicy tomatoes. Then, they put warm minced meat, grated cheese, and tasty salsa into taco shells. Eating tacos on Friday helps people relax after work and school. Families sit together in their cosy living rooms, talk about their week, and watch television. It is a wonderful tradition that brings people together for a happy weekend. Norway has embraced tacos as one its favourite comfort foods (Credit: Alamy) Share Lesson DISCUSSION QUESTIONS 1. Have you ever eaten a taco? 2. What ingredients would you put in your dream taco? 3. What does your family usually eat on Friday nights? 4. Do you prefer eating dinner at home or at a restaurant? 5. What is your favourite thing to do on the weekend? BACK TO TOP Unlock All Lessons ($3.99/mo) 🚀 Want more exercises and a worksheet pdf? This content is for premium subscribers and tuition parents only! Subscribe for $3.99/mo to unlock. FILL IN THE GAPS FILL THE GAPS Section 1: Fill in the Gaps Word Bank: dinner, popular, taco, weekend In Norway, Friday night is _______(1) night. Many families eat delicious tacos together at the end of the busy school week. This _______(2) custom is called Fredagstaco in Norway. The tradition started many years ago when Tex-Mex food arrived in northern Europe. Norwegian people tried taco kits with spicy meat, crispy shells, and fresh vegetables. They quickly loved the fun meal because everyone could build their own food at the table. Today, Friday _______(3) is very special for Norwegian families. Parents and children cut up colourful vegetables like sweet corn, fresh cucumbers, and juicy tomatoes. Then, they put warm minced meat, grated cheese, and tasty salsa into taco shells. Eating tacos on Friday helps people relax after work and school. Families sit together in their cosy living rooms, talk about their week, and watch television. It is a wonderful tradition that brings people together for a happy _______(4). Section 2: Main Idea What is the main idea of the article? a) Tacos are a new food invented in Norway last week. b) Friday taco night is a popular and cosy tradition for families in Norway. c) Children in Norway only like to eat fast food at school. UNDERSTANDING Section 3: True or False 1. Many families in Norway eat tacos on Friday evenings. T/F 2. Norwegian families only eat tacos at restaurants. T/F 3. Eating tacos helps people relax at the start of the weekend. T/F Section 4: Put Events in Order Put the events in order from 1 to 3: A. Families sit together in their living room to relax and watch television. B. Tex-Mex taco kits arrived in northern Europe many years ago. C. Parents and children cut up colourful vegetables and build their tacos LANGUAGE Section 5: Vocab Match 1. taco 2. Friday 3. family 4. dinner 5. popular a) Liked by many people. b) A Mexican food with a shell, meat, and vegetables. c) The main evening meal. d) Parents, children, and relatives. e) The day before Saturday. USE IT Section 6: Discussion Builder 1. In Norway, Friday taco night is a special _______ that families enjoy together. a) tradition b) lesson c) secret 2. Children like to _______ their own tacos using meat and cheese. a) build b) sleep c) fly Section 7: Sentence Unscramble 1. A. Friday B. night C. is D. taco E. night. 2. A. Families B. eat C. dinner D. together E. on Friday. SHOW ANSWERS BACK TO TOP ANSWER KEY Warm Up Answer: a) People in Norway eat tacos on Friday nights. Section 1: Fill in the Gaps taco popular dinner weekend Section 2: Main Idea b) Friday taco night is a popular and cosy tradition for families in Norway. Section 3: True or False True False True Section 4: Put Events in Order B (Tex-Mex taco kits arrived in northern Europe many years ago.) C (Parents and children cut up colourful vegetables and build their tacos.) A (Families sit together in their living room to relax and watch television.) Section 5: Vocab Match 1. b, 2. e, 3. d, 4. c, 5. a Section 6: Discussion Builder 1. a) tradition 2. a) build Section 7: Sentence Unscramble A - B - C - D - E (Friday night is taco night.) A - B - C - D - E (Families eat dinner together on Friday.) Section 8: Discussion Questions Discussion answers will vary based on personal student responses. BACK TO TOP Suggest Feature Report an Error Close Thank you for your feedback! SUBMIT Report an error

Join our Kids small group Speaking Classes to bring these and other topics to life Book a Free Trial < KIDS NEWS Sports & Travel Next Select a Level Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 NEW 30 Sept 2026 (Credit: Getty Images) Why Supermarkets Are Becoming Popular Tourist Attractions Warm-up → Read & Listen → Check Understanding → Language → Use It WARM UP Section: Warm Up Think Ahead: Which detail do you think appears in this story? a) People buy souvenirs in local food shops. b) People go to supermarkets to sleep. c) Supermarkets are replacing big museums everywhere. Ask: (1) Do you like visiting food shops when you travel to a new city? (2) What is your favourite local snack or drink to buy? VOCABULARY tourist (/ˈtʊərɪst/ , noun) Meaning: A person who travels to a new place for fun. Example: The tourist takes photos of the big clock. aisle (/aɪl/ , noun) Meaning: A long path between shelves in a shop. Example: We walk down the juice aisle to find apples. snack (/snæk/ , noun) Meaning: A small amount of food you eat between meals. Example: She eats a sweet snack after school. shelf (/ʃelf/ , noun) Meaning: A flat board on a wall or shop display for keeping things. Example: The red box sits on the top shelf. local (/ˈləʊkl/ , adjective) Meaning: From or belonging to the area near you. Example: We buy fresh bread from the local baker. souvenir (/ˌsuːvəˈnɪə/ , noun) Meaning: A small item you buy to remember a holiday. Example: He buys a key ring as a souvenir. Many people love travelling to new countries. They visit famous parks, big museums, and old castles. But now, many visitors also go to the local supermarket. Why do people visit these shops? Supermarkets show how local people live. Every region has different items. You can see unusual drinks, colourful sweets, and fresh fruit. A happy tourist can walk slowly down every aisle. Food is also a fantastic souvenir to take home. Buying presents at the supermarket is cheap and fun. You can find special crisps on a tall shelf and share them with friends. Holidaymakers like trying new flavours that they do not have at home. Next time you travel, walk into a food shop! Browsing supermarket shelves gives travellers a window into everyday food culture (Credit: Getty Images) Share Lesson DISCUSSION QUESTIONS 1. Why do people go to food shops in other countries? 2. What is your favourite food to buy on holiday? 3. Do you like trying strange new crisps or sweets? 4. Is a food shop better than a gift shop? 5. Which country has the most interesting food? BACK TO TOP Unlock All Lessons ($3.99/mo) 🚀 Want more exercises and a worksheet pdf? This content is for premium subscribers and tuition parents only! Subscribe for $3.99/mo to unlock. FILL IN THE GAPS FILL THE GAPS Section 1: Fill in the Gaps Word Bank: tourist, shelf, souvenir, local Many people love travelling to new countries. They visit famous parks, big museums, and old castles. But now, many visitors also go to the local supermarket. Why do people visit these shops? Supermarkets show how local people live. Every _______(1) has different items. You can see unusual drinks, colourful sweets, and fresh fruit. A happy _______(2) can walk slowly down every aisle. Food is also a fantastic _______(3) to take home. Buying presents at the supermarket is cheap and fun. You can find special crisps on a tall _______(4) and share them with friends. Holidaymakers like trying new flavours that they do not have at home. Next time you travel, walk into a food shop! Section 2: Main Idea What is the main idea of this article? a) Supermarkets are getting bigger and selling toys. b) Travellers like visiting local food shops to explore new items. c) Museums are closed because everyone is shopping. UNDERSTANDING Section 3: True or False 1. People only buy clothes at supermarkets on holiday. T/F 2. Supermarkets help travellers see how local people live. T/F 3. Buying presents at a food shop is expensive. T/F Section 4: Put Events in Order Put these story events in order (1-3): ( ) A visitor walks down the aisle to look at colourful sweets. ( ) A traveller arrives in a new country and visits a food shop. ( ) The traveller buys special crisps to take home as a present. LANGUAGE Section 5: Vocab Match 1. tourist 2. aisle 3. shelf 4. local 5. souvenir a) A board where items sit in a shop. b) Something you buy to remember a trip. c) A person who visits a new place on holiday. d) A long path between shop display tables. e) Related to a nearby area or neighbourhood. USE IT Section 6: Discussion Builder 1. When I travel, I love walking down the food _______ to see new snacks. a) garden b) aisle c) river 2. My sister bought sweet chocolate as a simple _______ for our mother. a) souvenir b) museum c) ticket Section 7: Sentence Unscramble 1. Unscramble: (A) supermarkets / (B) visit / (C) travellers / (D) local / (E) often . 2. Unscramble: (A) on / (B) buy / (C) food / (D) the shelf / (E) we . SHOW ANSWERS BACK TO TOP ANSWER KEY Warm Up Answer: a) People buy souvenirs in local food shops. Section 1: (1) local, (2) tourist, (3) souvenir, (4) shelf Section 2: b Section 3: 1. False, 2. True, 3. False Section 4: 2, 1, 3 Section 5: 1-c, 2-d, 3-a, 4-e, 5-b Section 6: 1-b, 2-a Section 7: 1. C-E-B-D-A (Travellers often visit local supermarkets.), 2. E-B-C-A-D (We buy food on the shelf.) Section 8: Open student responses. BACK TO TOP Suggest Feature Report an Error Close Thank you for your feedback! SUBMIT Report an error

Join our Kids small group Speaking Classes to bring these and other topics to life Book a Free Trial < KIDS NEWS Animals & Environment Next Select a Level Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 NEW 6 Sept 2026 Photo credit: Getty Cats vs Dogs: Who Do You Think Is Smarter? Warm-up → Read & Listen → Check Understanding → Language → Use It WARM UP Think Ahead: Which detail do you think appears in this story? a) Dogs have more brain cells than cats. b) Cats can drive small red cars. c) Dogs like to fly in space. Ask: (1) Do you have a pet cat or dog? (2) Which animal do you think is clever? VOCABULARY brain (/breɪn/ , noun) Meaning: The part inside your head that helps you think and feel. Example: You use your brain when you read a book. clever (/ˈklev.ər/ , adjective) Meaning: Quick to learn and understand things. Example: The clever dog can open the garden door. count (/kaʊnt/ , verb) Meaning: To find the total number of things. Example: Can you count the apples on the tree? cell (/sel/ , noun) Meaning: A tiny part of a living body. Example: Our bodies have millions of tiny cells. test (/test/ , verb) Meaning: To check how good or smart someone is. Example: Scientists test how fast dogs can run. friend (/frend/ , noun) Meaning: A person or animal you like and trust. Example: My dog is my best friend. Many people love pets. Some people like cats. Other people like dogs. People often ask one big question. Which pet is smarter? Scientists want to know the answer too. Scientists look at the animal brain. They count tiny brain cells. These cells help animals think. Cats have 250 million brain cells. Dogs have 530 million brain cells. Dogs have more cells than cats. This helps dogs learn many trick games. Does this mean dogs are always clever? Not really. Cats are clever in different ways. Cats are great hunters. They catch small mice easily. Dogs are good at helping people. They listen to instructions carefully. Both animals are special. Cats and dogs use their brains for their own lives. They are both smart friends for us. Some treats are easier to access than others, however intelligent your pet might be - Photo credit: Getty Share Lesson DISCUSSION QUESTIONS 1. Do you prefer cats or dogs? 2. What tricks can dogs do? 3. What can cats do very well? 4. Why do scientists count brain cells? 5. How do pets help people every day? BACK TO TOP Unlock All Lessons ($3.99/mo) 🚀 Want more exercises and a worksheet pdf? This content is for premium subscribers and tuition parents only! Subscribe for $3.99/mo to unlock. FILL IN THE GAPS FILL THE GAPS Section 1: Fill in the Gaps Word Bank: brain, cell, clever, count Many people love pets. Some people like cats. Other people like dogs. People often ask one big question. Which pet is smarter? Scientists want to know the answer too. Scientists look at the animal _______(1). They _______(2) tiny brain _______(3)s. These cells help animals think. Cats have 250 million brain cells. Dogs have 530 million brain cells. Dogs have more cells than cats. This helps dogs learn many trick games. Does this mean dogs are always _______(4)? Not really. Cats are clever in different ways. Cats are great hunters. They catch small mice easily. Dogs are good at helping people. They listen to instructions carefully. Both animals are special. Cats and dogs use their brains for their own lives. They are both smart friends for us. Section 2: Main Idea What is the main idea of the story? a) Dogs eat more food than cats. b) Scientists look at how cats and dogs use their brains. c) Cats like to swim in cold water. UNDERSTANDING Section 3: True or False 1. Cats have 530 million brain cells. T/F 2. Dogs have more brain cells than cats. T/F 3. Cats are great at catching small mice. T/F Section 4: Put Events in Order Put these sentences in order (1-3): ( ) Scientists count brain cells in animals. ( ) People ask which pet is smarter. ( ) We learn that both pets are special friends. LANGUAGE Section 5: Vocab Match 1. Brain 2. Clever 3. Count 4. Cell 5. Friend a) A tiny part of a body b) The part in your head used for thinking c) A person or animal you like d) Smart and quick to learn e) To find the number of things USE IT Section 6: Discussion Builder 1. A dog uses its _______ to learn tricks. a) shoes b) brain c) hat 2. My cat is a good _______ because it plays nicely. a) friend b) car c) pen Section 7: Sentence Unscramble 1. Unscramble: A) dogs B) have C) brain D) many E) cells 2. Unscramble: A) cats B) are C) clever D) hunting E) at SHOW ANSWERS BACK TO TOP ANSWER KEY Warm Up Answer: a) Dogs have more brain cells than cats. Section 1: Fill in the Gaps 1. brain 2. count 3. cell 4. clever Section 2: Main Idea b Section 3: True or False 1. F 2. T 3. T Section 4: Put Events in Order 2, 1, 3 Section 5: Vocab Match 1 - b 2 - d 3 - e 4 - a 5 - c Section 6: Discussion Builder 1. b 2. a Section 7: Sentence Unscramble 1. A-B-D-C-E (Dogs have many brain cells) 2. A-B-C-E-D (Cats are clever at hunting) Section 8: Discussion Questions Student's own answers. BACK TO TOP Suggest Feature Report an Error Close Thank you for your feedback! SUBMIT Report an error

Join our Kids small group Speaking Classes to bring these and other topics to life Book a Free Trial < KIDS NEWS Animals & Environment Next Select a Level Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 NEW 23 Sept 2026 Magnus, a Labrador Retriever, stayed close to his owner throughout his hospital stay. ©Chalabala/iStock via Getty Images A Loyal Dog Stays with His Owner in Hospital Warm-up → Read & Listen → Check Understanding → Language → Use It WARM UP Section: Warm Up Think Ahead: Which detail do you think appears in this story? a) A dog sleeps in a hospital bed next to his owner. b) A dog learns how to drive an ambulance to the hospital. c) A dog buys medicine from a shop for his owner. Ask: (1) Do you have a pet that stays near you when you feel unwell? (2) How do animals show us that they care about their owners? VOCABULARY kind (/kaɪnd/ , adjective) Meaning: Caring, friendly, and helpful towards other people or animals. Example: The kind girl shared her umbrella with her friend in the rain. hospital (/ˈhɒs.pɪ.təl/ , noun) Meaning: A place where doctors and nurses take care of sick or injured people. Example: Grandfather went to the hospital so the doctor could check his arm. stay (/steɪ/ , verb) Meaning: To remain in one place and not leave. Example: We decided to stay at home because it was raining outside. doctor (/ˈdɒk.tə/ , noun) Meaning: A trained person who helps sick people feel better. Example: The doctor gave me medicine when I had a cough. bed (/bed/ , noun) Meaning: A piece of furniture that you lie on to sleep or rest. Example: After a long day of school, I jumped into my warm bed. cheerful (/ˈtʃɪə.fəl/ , adjective) Meaning: Happy, bright, and full of good feelings. Example: The cheerful song made everyone dance around the room. gentle (/ˈdʒen.təl/ , adjective) Meaning: Soft, calm, and careful not to hurt anyone. Example: Be gentle when you pat the small kitten. A kind dog named Magnus helps people every day. Magnus is a big yellow Labrador Retriever. He lives with a man named Brian in a cozy home. One morning, Brian feels sick. He goes to the hospital. The doctors look at Brian's heart. They say Brian must stay in a hospital bed for three long days. Brian is sad, but Magnus comes to the hospital. Magnus is a special helper dog. The doctors let Magnus stay with Brian every night. Magnus sits on the soft bed. He rests his head near Brian. He gives soft cuddles to his owner. Magnus makes everyone happy. When doctors and nurses walk into the room, Magnus wags his tail. He is very cheerful and gentle. Brian's two daughters visit the room. Magnus plays with them and brings big smiles. Soon, Brian feels much better. He goes home with his loyal dog. Magnus shows that a good pet is a true friend. ©Chalabala/iStock via Getty Images Share Lesson DISCUSSION QUESTIONS 1. What is the name of the dog in the story? 2. Why did Brian have to go to the hospital? 3. Where did Magnus sleep during the night? 4. How did Magnus help Brian's daughters when they visited? 5. Why is Magnus a good helper dog? BACK TO TOP Unlock All Lessons ($3.99/mo) 🚀 Want more exercises and a worksheet pdf? This content is for premium subscribers and tuition parents only! Subscribe for $3.99/mo to unlock. FILL IN THE GAPS FILL THE GAPS Section 1: Fill in the Gaps Word Bank: bed, cheerful, hospital, stay A kind dog named Magnus helps people every day. Magnus is a big yellow Labrador Retriever. He lives with a man named Brian in a cozy home. One morning, Brian feels sick. He goes to the _______(1). The doctors look at Brian's heart. They say Brian must stay in a hospital bed for three long days. Brian is sad, but Magnus comes to the hospital. Magnus is a special helper dog. The doctors let Magnus _______(2) with Brian every night. Magnus sits on the soft _______(3). He rests his head near Brian. He gives soft cuddles to his owner. Magnus makes everyone happy. When doctors and nurses walk into the room, Magnus wags his tail. He is very _______(4) and gentle. Brian's two daughters visit the room. Magnus plays with them and brings big smiles. Soon, Brian feels much better. He goes home with his loyal dog. Magnus shows that a good pet is a true friend. Section 2: Main Idea What is the main idea of this story? a) A dog learns how to perform trick jumps for a competition. b) A loyal helper dog stays in hospital to comfort his sick owner. c) Two daughters build a new house for their pet dog. UNDERSTANDING Section 3: True or False 1. Brian is a doctor who works at the hospital every day. T/F 2. Magnus was allowed to stay with Brian in his hospital room. T/F 3. Magnus made the nurses and Brian's daughters feel happy. T/F Section 4: Put Events in Order Put these events in order from 1 to 3: [ ] Brian feels much better and returns home with his loyal dog. [ ] Brian feels unwell and goes to the hospital for doctors to check his heart. [ ] Magnus lies on the hospital bed and gives soft cuddles to Brian. LANGUAGE Section 5: Vocab Match 1. Kind 2. Hospital 3. Stay 4. Bed 5. Cheerful a) A place where doctors care for sick people. b) Caring, friendly, and helpful. c) Happy, bright, and full of good feelings. d) To remain in one place and not leave. e) A soft piece of furniture used for resting or sleeping. USE IT Section 6: Discussion Builder 1. When my friend feels sad, I try to be _______ and give them a smile. a) cheerful b) loud c) angry 2. The doctor told the patient to _______ in bed and rest. a) run b) stay c) jump Section 7: Sentence Unscramble 1. Unscramble the sentence: A) hospital / B) stays / C) The / D) dog / E) in the 2. Unscramble the sentence: A) helps / B) feel / C) Magnus / D) his owner / E) better SHOW ANSWERS BACK TO TOP ANSWER KEY Warm Up Answer: a) A dog sleeps in a hospital bed next to his owner. Section 1: Fill in the Gaps (1) hospital (2) stay (3) bed (4) cheerful Section 2: Main Idea b) A loyal helper dog stays in hospital to comfort his sick owner. Section 3: True or False 1. False 2. True 3. True Section 4: Put Events in Order [3] Brian feels much better and returns home with his loyal dog. [1] Brian feels unwell and goes to the hospital for doctors to check his heart. [2] Magnus lies on the hospital bed and gives soft cuddles to Brian. Section 5: Vocab Match 1 - b 2 - a 3 - d 4 - e 5 - c Section 6: Discussion Builder 1. a) cheerful 2. b) stay Section 7: Sentence Unscramble 1. C - D - B - E - A (The dog stays in the hospital.) 2. C - A - D - E - B (Magnus helps his owner feel better.) Section 8: Discussion Questions 1. The dog's name is Magnus. 2. Brian went to the hospital because he felt sick and doctors needed to examine his heart. 3. Magnus slept on the hospital bed next to Brian. 4. Magnus played with Brian's daughters and brought big smiles to their faces. 5. Magnus is a good helper dog because he keeps his owner calm, cheerful, and comfortable. BACK TO TOP Suggest Feature Report an Error Close Thank you for your feedback! SUBMIT Report an error

Join our Kids small group Speaking Classes to bring these and other topics to life Book a Free Trial < KIDS NEWS Sports & Travel Next Select a Level Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 NEW 8 Sept 2026 Teenager Wins World Medal and Holds Five Football Freestyle Records Warm-up → Read & Listen → Check Understanding → Language → Use It WARM UP Think Ahead: Which detail do you think appears in this story? a) A boy uses his hands to play football. b) A teenager learns football tricks from online videos. c) A player wins a gold medal in the Netherlands. Ask: (1) Do you like playing with a football? (2) Can you do any cool tricks with a ball? VOCABULARY bronze (/brɒnz/ , noun) Meaning: A brown metal or a medal given for third place in a race or contest. Example: James won a bronze medal in a big contest. clever (/ˈklev.ər/ , adjective) Meaning: Quick to learn and good at understanding ideas. Example: The clever boy learned every move by himself. competition (/ˌkɒm.pəˈtɪʃ.ən/ , noun) Meaning: An event where people try to win a prize. Example: He went to a big competition in the Netherlands. freestyle (/ˈfriː.staɪl/ , noun) Meaning: A sport where you do fun moves without strict rules. Example: Football freestyle is about doing tricks with a ball. record (/ˈrek.ɔːd/ , noun) Meaning: The best score or result ever made in a sport. Example: James holds five Guinness World Records. trick (/trɪk/ , noun) Meaning: A fast or skilful action that looks amazing. Example: He can do a hard trick with his feet. Meet James. He is fourteen years old. James comes from south Wales. He loves football freestyle. In this sport, players do tricks with a football. They do not use their hands. They use their feet and head. James is very good at this sport. He learns tricks at home every day. He watches videos on the internet to get ideas. He is self-taught. Nobody teaches him. Recently, James went to the Netherlands. He entered a world competition. Many players were there. James finished third in his age group. He won a bronze medal. He was very happy. James also has five world records. He holds a record for moving his foot around a ball in one minute. He works hard every day. James wants to be a world champion soon. He is a very clever boy. Share Lesson DISCUSSION QUESTIONS (1) Do you think football freestyle looks fun? (2) How often do you practise your favourite hobbies? (3) Would you like to win a world record one day? (4) Do you like learning new skills from online videos? (5) What is your favourite sport to watch or play? BACK TO TOP Unlock All Lessons ($3.99/mo) 🚀 Want more exercises and a worksheet pdf? This content is for premium subscribers and tuition parents only! Subscribe for $3.99/mo to unlock. FILL IN THE GAPS FILL THE GAPS Section 1: Fill in the Gaps Word Bank: bronze, competition, freestyle, records Meet James. He is fourteen years old. James comes from south Wales. He loves football _______(1). In this sport, players do tricks with a football. They do not use their hands. They use their feet and head. James is very good at this sport. He learns tricks at home every day. He watches videos on the internet to get ideas. He is self-taught. Nobody teaches him. Recently, James went to the Netherlands. He entered a world _______(2). Many players were there. James finished third in his age group. He won a _______(3) medal. He was very happy. James also has five world _______(4). He holds a record for moving his foot around a ball in one minute. He works hard every day. James wants to be a world champion soon. He is a very clever boy. Section 2: Main Idea What is the main idea of this story? a) A boy teaches people how to play football in Wales. b) A teenager wins a medal and sets records in football freestyle. c) A football player travels to the Netherlands to buy a ball. UNDERSTANDING Section 3: True or False (1) James is fourteen years old. T/F (2) James uses his hands to do freestyle tricks. T/F (3) James won a bronze medal in the Netherlands. T/F Section 4: Put Events in Order Put these events in order from 1 to 3: ( ) James won a bronze medal at a world competition. ( ) James started learning football tricks at home from videos. ( ) James set five world records with his skills. LANGUAGE Section 5: Vocab Match (1) freestyle (2) bronze (3) competition (4) trick (5) record a) a fun action or move b) a metal prize for third place c) doing sports moves with freedom d) the best result ever made e) an event where people try to win USE IT Section 6: Discussion Builder (1) James _______ at home every single day. a) practises b) sleeps (2) Football freestylers never use their _______. a) feet b) hands Section 7: Sentence Unscramble (1) Unscramble the words: A / James / freestyle / player / is (2) Unscramble the words: He / bronze / a / medal / won SHOW ANSWERS BACK TO TOP ANSWER KEY Answer Key Warm Up Think Ahead Answer: b) A teenager learns football tricks from online videos. Section 1: Fill in the Gaps (1) freestyle (2) competition (3) bronze (4) records Section 2: Main Idea b) A teenager wins a medal and sets records in football freestyle. Section 3: True or False (1) True (2) False (3) True Section 4: Put Events in Order (1) James started learning football tricks at home from videos. (2) James set five world records with his skills. (3) James won a bronze medal at a world competition. Section 5: Vocab Match (1) c (2) b (3) e (4) a (5) d Section 6: Discussion Builder (1) a (2) b Section 7: Sentence Unscramble (1) A-B-C-D-E (James is a freestyle player) (2) A-B-C-D-E (He won a bronze medal) Section 8: Discussion Questions Answers will vary. BACK TO TOP Suggest Feature Report an Error Close Thank you for your feedback! SUBMIT Report an error