Reading Practice: A1 Level – The Pet Cat
Welcome to this fun and easy reading activity!
Follow the steps, complete the activities, and enjoy learning!
Listen to the story and repeat aloud to improve your pronunciation! 
🗒 Story: The Pet Cat
I have a pet cat 🐈. My cat’s name is Tom. Tom is very fluffy and soft. He has a little pink nose and big green eyes.
Tom loves to play with his toys. He likes to chase a small ball and jump in the air. When he catches the ball, he feels very happy.
Tom also loves to cuddle with me. Every day, I give Tom food and water. When he eats, he purrs and wags his tail.
At night, Tom sleeps next to me. I love Tom, and he is my best friend. Tom makes me happy every day!
💡 Vocabulary Boost
- Fluffy: Soft and light like a cloud.
- Chase: To run after something.
- Jump: To push yourself off the ground into the air.
- Catch: To grab and hold something.
- Happy: Feeling good and joyful.
- Cuddle: To hold someone close in your arms.
- Food: Things you eat.
- Water: The liquid you drink.
- Purr: The soft sound a cat makes when it is happy.
- Wag: To move back and forth (often referring to a tail).
- Sleep: To rest with your eyes closed.
- Next: Close to or beside.
- Best friend: The person you like the most.
- Make: Causes something to happen.
- Every day: All the days, regularly.
✨ Story Exploration Activities
- Describe Tom’s Appearance: Based on the story, what does Tom look like? Use words like “fluffy,” “pink nose,” and “green eyes” to describe him. Think of other words that might describe a cute, playful cat!
- Imagine Tom’s Favorite Games: Tom loves to play with toys. Imagine the different games he might enjoy. Does he chase string, hide under the couch, or bat at a feather? Write down some of your ideas!
- Make a Pet Comparison: Do you have a pet or know someone who does? Write a few sentences about their personality and what they like to do. Compare their personality to Tom’s playful nature.
- Role-Play with a Friend: Pretend you are Tom’s owner and tell your friend about him. Practice using sentences like “My cat has a fluffy coat” or “He loves to jump and play.”
- Reading Challenge: Read the story aloud twice – once slowly, and once quickly. Try to keep your pronunciation clear, even when reading fast. Notice how your fluency improves with practice!
🚀 Tips for Improvement
- Daily Practice: Reading every day helps with fluency and confidence.
- Focus on Descriptive Words: Words like “fluffy” and “purr” help paint a picture of Tom.
- Imagine the Story: Visualize Tom’s actions to make reading more enjoyable and memorable.
📚 Homework & Fun Extras
- Draw Tom: Based on the story, draw a picture of Tom with his big green eyes, pink nose, and fluffy fur. Add some of his favorite toys around him!
- Write a Story: Imagine Tom had a fun day outside. Write a short story about his adventures, like finding a butterfly or playing in the grass.
- Practice Speaking: Tell a family member or friend about Tom. Use the descriptive words from the story to make your retelling lively.