Reading Practice: A1 Level – The Pet Cat

This engaging lesson will improve your English fluency, pronunciation, and vocabulary through a delightful story about Tom, the playful and lovable pet cat. Follow the steps, complete the activities, and enjoy learning!

🎯 Instructions

Step One: 🎧 Listen to the audio while following the story text.
Step Two: 🗣️ Read aloud and match your pronunciation to the audio.
Step Three: 🎉 Complete the fun activities for extra practice.

Click the play button to listen to the story. Pause and repeat as needed to practice 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: Moves back and forth. ↔️
  • 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!
  • 2. 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!
  • 3. Make a Pet Comparison: Do you have a pet, or do you 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.
  • 4. Role-Play with a Friend: Pretend you are Tom’s owner and tell your friend about him. Use sentences like “My cat has a fluffy coat” or “He loves to jump and play.” Practice speaking with expression to make your story interesting!
  • 5. 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 “purrs” 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 story come alive!