Reading Practice: A1 Level – A Picnic by the River
Today’s story is about a wonderful picnic by the river. It is a sunny day, and the river sparkles under the bright sky. Let’s read, learn new words, and enjoy this fun adventure! 🌞🏞️
📝 Story: A Picnic by the River
It is a warm, sunny day. The river flows gently, and the water looks clear. I pack my basket with sandwiches, fruits, and juice. 🍎🥪 I also bring a soft blanket and a book to read.
I walk to the river with my best friend. We see many birds flying and hear the sounds of nature. 🐦🌳 We sit on the blanket under a big tree, and the cool shade makes us feel relaxed.
We eat our food and talk happily. We laugh and enjoy our picnic together. I share my sandwiches with my friend and drink fresh juice while smiling. 😊
After eating, we play a simple game by the river. I skip a small stone across the water. The stone hops and makes little splashes. 💦 It is fun to watch!
We spend the whole day near the river. I listen to the birds sing and watch the water sparkle in the sunshine. I feel happy and calm. 😃
As the sun begins to set, the sky turns orange and pink. The river reflects these beautiful colors. I take a quiet moment to enjoy the view and thank the day for its gifts. It is a perfect day at the river. 🌅
💡 Vocabulary Boost
- Picnic: A meal eaten outdoors, usually in nature.
- River: A natural water flow, usually long and winding.
- Basket: A container used for carrying food.
- Blanket: A piece of soft cloth to sit on or keep warm.
- Sandwich: Food made of two pieces of bread with a filling in between.
- Fruit: Sweet and healthy food from plants, like apples.
- Juice: A drink made from fruits.
- Sunny: Bright with sunlight.
- Bird: An animal that flies and sings.
- Nature: The natural world around us.
- Game: An activity for fun or play.
- Stone: A small rock.
- Calm: Feeling peaceful and relaxed.
- View: The scene or landscape seen from a place.
🎨 Interactive Activities
- 1. Draw the Scene: Draw a picture of the picnic by the river with the basket, blanket, and flowing river. 🖍️
- 2. Write a Dialogue: Write a short conversation between you and your friend about the picnic. Use simple greetings like “Hello” and “Goodbye.” 💬
- 3. Role-play: Act out the picnic scene with a friend or family member. One person can be the friend and the other can be the person having the picnic. 🤗
- 4. River Song: Create a simple song or rhyme about the river and sing it out loud. 🎶
🚀 Tips for Better Reading
- Read Slowly: Take your time to understand each sentence.
- Look at the Pictures: Imagine the picnic scene and the river as you read.
- Read Aloud: Practice saying the words to improve your pronunciation.
- Underline New Words: Mark any new words and try to learn their meanings.
📚 Homework & Fun Extras
- Write a Short Story: Write about another fun day outdoors. What do you like to do in nature?
- Picnic Memory: Draw a picture of your favorite outdoor memory and write a few simple sentences about it.
- Make a Craft: Create a paper boat or a paper picnic basket using markers and colored paper. 🎨
- Discuss: Talk with a family member about what makes a day outdoors fun. Use simple words and share your ideas.