READING READY

Grade 2
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Contextual Reading
Getting Kids Reading Ready
GRADE 2
G2_V1_Reading Passages (Decode)
Grade 2_Volume 1

Lesson 1: Work is Worship

New Words:

Famous- 2 syllables (Fa-mous)

Pleasant- 2 syllables (Pleas-ant)

Companion- 3 syllables (Com-pan-ion)

Disappointed- 4 syllables (Dis-ap-point-ed)

Compose- 2 syllables (Com-pose)

Monument- 3 syllables (Mon-u-ment)

Anchored- 2 syllables (An-chored)

Word Meanings:

Famous: Known by many people

Pleasant: Nice and enjoyable

Companion: A friend or someone you spend time with

Disappointed: Feeling sad because something didn't
happen as you wanted

Compose: To create something, like music or writing

Monument: A large statue or building that honours a

person or event

Anchored: Held in place, like a boat tied to the bottom

of the water

Reading Passage 1:

Once upon a time, there was a famous artist who

loved to compose beautiful music. His dog was his
good companion, always by his side. One day, they
visited a park where they saw a big monument
dedicated to music. The artist was disappointed to
see it anchored in a corner of the park. He composed
a pleasant song to share its beauty with everyone.
The song brought happiness to all who heard it, and
everyone started looking at the monument when they
came to the park.

Reading Passage 2:

One sunny Saturday, Amy and her dog Max visited the
famous park in their town. The park was known for its
pleasant footpaths and beautiful flowers.
As they walked along the path, Amy met her friend
Jack. Jack was Amy's loyal companion and always
made their adventures more enjoyable. They arrived at
a special spot in the park where a large monument
stood. The monument honoured the brave firefighters
who had saved the town from a big fire many years
ago. It was anchored firmly to the ground, standing
tall and proud. Amy and Jack felt excited to see such a
grand monument. However, they were disappointed
that the fountain next to it wasn't working that day.
Jack said, "Let's compose a song to cheer ourselves
up!" So, Amy and Jack sat on a bench and composed
a cheerful tune about their fun day in the park.
As the sun began to set, Amy and Jack walked home
happily, knowing they had enjoyed their time together
in the famous park.
Poem: The Water Cycle

New Words:

Splash: Splash(1 syllable)

Shore: Shore(1 syllable)
Brook: Brook(1 syllable)
Stream: Stream(1 syllable)
Realise: Re-a-lise(3 syllables)

Word Meanings:

Splash: To make water fly around by hitting it

Shore: The land right next to a body of water

Brook: A small stream

Stream: A small, flowing body of water

Realise: To understand something suddenly

Reading Passage 1:

Sarah and her dog, Zimba, loved to play by the brook

near their home. One sunny day, they heard a splash
and found a bird bathing near the shore. Sarah made
castles of sand while Zimba chased dragonflies. As they
sat by the stream, Sarah realised how peaceful
nature is, and she promised to visit the stream every
day to enjoy its beauty with Zimba by her side.

Reading Passage 2:

One bright morning, Daisy and her little brother Johny

decided to explore the woods near their house. They
followed a narrow path that led them to a peaceful
brook. The brook was a small stream of water that
flowed gently over smooth stones. Daisy and Johny
stood on the shore of the brook, watching the water
splash against the rocks. They could hear the soft
babbling of the stream as it wandered through the
forest. Suddenly, Johny realised something exciting.
"Look, Daisy! A tiny fish is swimming in the stream,"
he exclaimed with wonder.
Daisy smiled and nodded. "Yes, Johny! The brook is
home to many little creatures." They spent the morning
playing by the brook, skipping stones, and listening to
the soothing sounds of nature. As they headed back
home, Daisy and Johny were grateful for their
adventure by the peaceful stream.
Lesson 2: Maya Plays Hockey

New Words:

Sway: 1 (Sway)

Patience: 2 (Pa-tience)

Insist: 2 (In-sist)

Swift: 1 (Swift)

Scooted: 2 (Scoot-ed)

Spirit: 2 (Spir-it)

Trimmed: 1 (Trimmed)
Determination: 5 (De-ter-mi-na-tion)

Word Meanings:

Sway: To move gently back and forth

Patience: Being able to wait calmly

Insist: To strongly say that something should be done

Swift: Very fast

Scooted: Moved quickly

Spirit: The feeling or mood of a person or group

Trimmed: Cut a little bit to make neat

Determination: Not giving up, even when it's hard

Reading Passage 1:

In a quiet forest, a young squirrel named Sammy liked

to sway from a tree. He did this because his friends
always insist on it. With determination and
patience, he practiced every day. His friends cheered
him on, their spirits high. One day, he finally scooted
up the tallest tree. He trimmed the branches, dancing
in the wind, and was swift to come down.
Reading Passage 2:

Once, a brave little squirrel named Sammy lived in a

cosy tree at the edge of a forest. Sammy loved to
sway back and forth on the branches, enjoying the
gentle breeze. One sunny day, Sammy wanted to find
some nuts to eat. He knew it would take patience to
find them hidden among the leaves. With
determination in his heart, Sammy insisted on
searching every branch and twig. Suddenly, he spotted
a swift movement nearby. It was a blue jay scooting
through the air to catch a bug. Sammy admired the
blue jay's speed but knew his own journey required
patience and determination. After some time,
Sammy found a stash of nuts hidden in a hollow of the
tree. He carefully trimmed the shells to get to the
delicious nuts inside. With a spirit full of joy, Sammy
enjoyed his snack, proud of his perseverance. From
that day on, Sammy learned that with patience and
determination, he could accomplish anything, even
finding hidden treasures in the forest.

Poem : The sports day

New Words:
Sack: 1 (Sack)

Field: 1 (Field)

Sashes: 2 (Sash-es)

Beanbag: 2 (Bean-bag)

Sloth: 1 (Sloth)

Word Meanings:

Sack: A large bag

Field: A large, open area of grass

Sashes: Long pieces of cloth worn around the waist or

shoulder

Beanbag: A small, soft bag filled with beans

Sloth: A very slow-moving animal

Reading Passage 1:

In a sunny field, friends gathered to play with a big

beanbag sack. They tied colourful sashes around it
for fun. Suddenly, a curious sloth came from a nearby
tree, seeing the beanbag with interest. With a gentle
sway, it reached out and hugged the soft sack, joining
the game with fun all around.
Reading Passage 2:

One fine Saturday, Emma and her friends went to play

in a big field near their school. They brought a sack
filled with toys and a colourful beanbag to sit on.

Emma tied a sash around her waist and pretended to

be a superhero. Her friend Jackson laughed and joined
in, wearing a sash like a cape.

As they played tag and ran across the field, they

spotted a sloth hanging lazily from a tree branch.
"Look, it's a sloth!" Emma exclaimed, pointing with
excitement.

After playing for a while, they sat on the beanbag and

enjoyed snacks together. They talked about their
favourite games and laughed in the warm sunshine.

At the end of the day, Emma and her friends packed up

their toys and waved goodbye to the sloth. They knew
they would come back to the field again for more fun
adventures.

Lesson 3: Quills and Thrills

New Words:

Odour: O-dour (2 syllables)

Rattling: Rat-tling (2 syllables)

Threatened: Threat-en-ed (3 syllables)

Scared: Scared (1 syllable)

Predators: Pred-a-tors (3 syllables)

Rustles: Rus-tles (2 syllables)

Ward Off: Ward Off (2 syllables)

Rumours: Ru-mours (2 syllables)

Tenses: Ten-ses (2 syllables)

Detach: De-tach (2 syllables)

Barb: Barb (1 syllable)

Embedded: Em-bed-ded (3 syllables)

Pierce: Pierce (1 syllable)

Beware: Be-ware (2 syllables)

Word Meanings:

Odour: A smell

Rattling: Making short, sharp sounds

Threatened: Feeling like you might be hurt

Scared: Afraid

Predators: Animals that hunt other animals for food

Rustles: Soft, crackling sounds

Ward Off: To keep something away

Rumours: Stories that might not be true

Tenses: Gets tight and ready for action

Detach: To take something apart

Barb: A sharp point that sticks out and can hurt

Embedded: Stuck deeply into something

Pierce: To make a hole through something

Beware: To be careful and watch out

Reading Passage 1:

Once upon a time in a quiet forest, Sandy the squirrel

noticed a strange odour and heard rattling nearby.
She felt threatened by unseen predators lurking in
the bushes. Not scared but brave, she made use of
her sharp senses to ward off danger. Amidst the
rumours of a fierce storm, she detached a sharp
barb from a thorn bush and embedded it in the
ground to pierce the approaching darkness.
"Beware," she whispered to her friends as they heard
rustles. "We must stay safe!"
Reading Passage 2:

One bright morning, Mia and her dog Buddy tried to

enter a mysterious forest near their village. As they
walked along the winding path, they heard rustles and
rattling noises in the bushes.
Mia sniffed the air and detected a strange odour. It
made her feel a bit scared, like there might be
predators nearby. Buddy growled softly, as if he
sensed something too.
Suddenly, they spotted a prickly bush with sharp
barbs sticking out. Mia warned Buddy to beware of
getting too close. "We need to ward off any danger,"
she whispered.
Further into the forest, they came across an old tree
with rumours of a hidden treasure embedded in its
trunk. Mia was curious but knew they should not
detach anything from the tree.
As they explored deeper, Mia noticed a tense feeling in
the air. It felt like the forest was watching them, ready
to pierce any intruders who dared to disturb its peace.
With caution, Mia and Buddy decided to return home
before sunset, leaving the mysterious forest behind.
They knew that next time, they would need more
courage to uncover its secrets.
One bright morning, Mia and her dog Buddy tried to
enter a mysterious forest near their village. As they
walked along the winding path, they heard rustles and
rattling noises in the bushes.
Mia sniffed the air and detected a strange odour. It
made her feel a bit scared, like there might be
predators nearby. Buddy growled softly, as if he
sensed something too.
Suddenly, they spotted a prickly bush with sharp
barbs sticking out. Mia warned Buddy to beware of
getting too close. "We need to ward off any danger,"
she whispered.
Further into the forest, they came across an old tree
with rumours of a hidden treasure embedded in its
trunk. Mia was curious but knew they should not
detach anything from the tree.
As they explored deeper, Mia noticed a tense feeling in
the air. It felt like the forest was watching them, ready
to pierce any intruders who dared to disturb its peace.
With caution, Mia and Buddy decided to return home
before sunset, leaving the mysterious forest behind.
They knew that next time, they would need more
courage to uncover its secrets.

Poem: Eggs

New Words:

Chatter: Chat-ter (2 syllables)

Cheap: Cheap (1 syllable)

Creep: Creep (1 syllable)

Slither: Slith-er (2 syllables)

Word Meanings:

Chatter: To talk quickly and a lot

Cheap: Not costing much money

Creep: To move slowly and quietly

Slither: To move smoothly over a surface, like a snake

Reading Passage 1:

In the backyard, two squirrels named Sandy and

Charlie loved to chatter in the trees. One day, they
saw a cheap, shiny toy left on the ground. Curious,
they watched it creep closer, only to discover it was a
toy snake! With its fake slither, the squirrels laughed
and rushed away, happy that it wasn't real.

Reading Passage 2:

In a bright garden, there lived a little caterpillar named

Coco. Coco liked to creep slowly among the green
leaves, chewing on tasty plants.

One day, Coco heard lively chatter from a group of

butterflies fluttering nearby. They were talking about
their beautiful wings and where to find sweet nectar.

"I found a patch of flowers that are very cheap!" said

Bella, a colourful butterfly.

"We can slither down quietly and taste the nectar,"

suggested Leo, another butterfly.

Curious, Coco decided to join them. Creeping closer,

Coco listened to their chatter and watched as they
fluttered gracefully from flower to flower.

"Hello, Coco!" one butterfly called out happily.

Coco smiled and felt happy to be with new friends.

From then on, Coco would creep and slither alongside
the butterflies, enjoying their lively chatter and
exploring the garden together.
Lesson 4: The Future of the Present

New Words:

Dusty-rusty: Dust-y-rus-ty (4 syllables)

Resembled: Re-sem-bled (3 syllables)

Terrible: Ter-ri-ble (3 syllables)

Stammered: Stam-mered (2 syllables)

Froze: Froze (1 syllable)

Cast: Cast (1 syllable)

Panting: Pant-ing (2 syllables)

Concrete: Con-crete (2 syllables)

Reckless: Reck-less (2 syllables)

Dizzy: Diz-zy (2 syllables)

Swirled: Swirled (1 syllable)

Fainted: Faint-ed (2 syllables)

Consciousness: Con-sci-ous-ness (4 syllables)

Strange: Strange (1 syllable)

Deserted: De-sert-ed (3 syllables)

Exploit: Ex-ploit (2 syllables)

Littering: Ex-ploit (2 syllables)

Word Meanings:

Dusty-rusty: Covered with dust and rust

Resembled: Looked like something else

Terrible: Very bad

Stammered: Spoke with pauses because of being

nervous

Froze: Stopped moving because of fear or cold

Cast: To throw something

Panting: Breathing quickly and loudly

Concrete: A hard, man-made material used for building

Reckless: Not careful and taking risks

Dizzy: Feeling like you're spinning

Swirled: Moved in a circular way

Fainted: Fell down and became unconscious

Consciousness: Being awake and aware

Strange: Unusual and not familiar

Deserted: Empty, with no people

Exploit: To use something for your own benefit

Littering: Throwing trash on the ground

Reading Passage 1:

In a dusty-rusty old town, there lived a cat named

Whiskers who resembled a big lion in his dreams. One
terrible day, while chasing a butterfly, he stammered
and froze when he saw a large dog.
He cast a reckless glance around and, panting
heavily, ran into a concrete lane. Inside, he felt dizzy
as shadows swirled around him. Just as he feared he
might faint, a kind old lady appeared, bringing him
back to consciousness with a strange drink.
Feeling better, Whiskers followed her to her deserted
garden, where she shared stories of how others
exploit you when you are weak and scolded him for
littering the streets. From that day on, Whiskers
learned to be more careful and always remembered the
kind lady who saved him.

Reading Passage 2:

One sunny day, Timmy and Lily went to play in the old
park near their home. The park was dusty-rusty, with
old swings and slides. Timmy said, "It looks terrible!"
Lily giggled and said, "It's strange, but let's play!"
As they played, they found a ball that resembled a
soccer ball. Suddenly, they heard a stammered voice
from behind the bushes. "Hello," it said nervously.
Timmy and Lily froze, feeling a bit scared. Out came a
boy named Jake, panting and dizzy. "I was reckless
and climbed the old slide," Jake explained, still
panting.
Timmy cast the ball towards Jake, who caught it with a
swirling motion. "Thanks," Jake said, feeling better.
Suddenly, Lily gasped. "Oh no, Jake!" she cried. Jake
had fainted and fell down. Timmy shook him gently to
bring him back to consciousness.
Jake slowly opened his eyes. "I'm okay," he said
weakly.
After that strange moment, they all decided to clean
up the litter in the park together. They found an old
concrete bench and sat down, tired but happy.
"That was quite an exploit!" Timmy exclaimed.
"Yeah, but now the park looks better," Lily added with
a smile.
Together, they left the deserted park, feeling proud of
their adventure and new friendship.
Lesson 5: Honey Bank

New Words:
Survive: sur-vive (2 syllables)
Targets: tar-gets (2 syllables)
Adequate: ad-e-quate (3 syllables)
Caution: cau-tion (2 syllables)
Essential: es-sen-tial (3 syllables)
Wisdom: wis-dom (2 syllables)
Nectar: nec-tar (2 syllables)
Comrades: com-rades (2 syllables)
Perish: per-ish (2 syllables)
Accuse: ac-cuse (2 syllables)
Priorities: pri-or-i-ties (4 syllables)
Commitments: com-mit-ments (3 syllables)
Oblige: o-blige (2 syllables)
Retiring: re-tir-ing (3 syllables)
Tribe: tribe (1 syllable)
Word Meanings:

Survive: To stay alive

Targets: Goals of things to aim for

Adequate: Enough of something

Caution: Being careful to avoid danger

Essential: Very important and necessary

Wisdom: Knowing a lot and making good choices

Nectar: Sweet liquid made by flowers

Comrades: Friends or companions

Perish: To die or be destroyed

Accuse: To say someone did something wrong

Priorities: The most important things to do

Commitments: Promises to do something

Oblige: To do something because it is necessary

Retiring: Leaving a job and stop working

Tribe: A group of people or animals who live and work

together

Reading Passage 1:

Once upon a time, in a deep forest, there lived a tribe

of ants. They were comrades who worked together
every day to survive. One day, their leader, Sandy,
gathered them to discuss their targets.
"My friends," Sandy said with caution in her voice, "we
need to collect nectar for the winter. It is essential for
our survival, and all of us must oblige with this."
The ants nodded, understanding the priorities ahead.
They knew they had to gather an adequate amount of
nectar to survive the cold months. As they worked
tirelessly, they faced challenges. Some ants accused
others of retiring and not working hard, but wise old
Sandy reminded them to be patient and kind to each
other.
Finally, after weeks of hard work and commitments,
the ants had enough nectar stored. They celebrated
together, proud of their teamwork and wisdom. They
knew that by working as comrades and helping each
other, they could overcome any struggles that might
perish their happiness. And so, with their
commitments fulfilled, the ants enjoyed a peaceful
winter in their cosy nest, grateful for their unity and
the nectar that kept them warm and happy.
Reading Passage 2:
In a sunny garden, there lived a tribe of busy bees.
Their essential goal was to collect nectar from flowers
in order to survive. Each day, they flew from flower to
flower, gathering sweet nectar for their comrades in
the hive.
One day, as they worked diligently, a butterfly visited
them. The butterfly admired their wisdom in finding
flowers with adequate nectar. "You bees are so
cautious and smart," the butterfly said.
The bees explained that caution was essential for their
safety. They knew to avoid predators and focus on
their targets—collecting nectar and protecting their
hive.
At sunset, tired but happy, the bees retired to their
hive. They had fulfilled their commitments for the day
and felt obliged to their queen bee for guiding them
well, and the queen bee did not accuse anyone for
anything.
As night fell, the bees slept peacefully, knowing they
had done their priorities. They knew that, with unity
and hard work, their tribe would flourish and never
perish.

Grade 2_Volume 2

Lesson 1: The Music Concert

New Words:

Mu/si/cians: three syllables

Con/cert: two syllables

Re/make: two syllables

Re/play: two syllables

Troupe: one syllable

Word Meanings:

Musicians: People who play music.

Concert: A show where music is played for people to

listen to.

Remake: To make something again.

Replay: To play something again.

Troupe: A group of performers who work together.

Reading Passage 1:

One evening, Timmy and his family went to see a

group of musicians. They were excited to watch the
live concert and hear their favourite songs. During the
show, the band played a remake of an old hit, giving it
a new twist. Everyone loved it so much that they asked
for a replay, wanting to hear it again. After the
concert, the whole troupe of musicians took a bow,
and the audience cheered loudly. Timmy had a
fantastic time and couldn't wait to see them again.
Reading Passage 2:
At the school talent show, a group of young musicians
prepared to perform.
Their troupe had been practicing for weeks, excited to
showcase their talents. They performed a remake of a
popular song, making it their own. The audience
enjoyed it so much that they asked for a replay. The
highlight of the event was their performance, making
the talent show a memorable concert for everyone.

Poem: The Water Cycle

New Words:

Throngs: one syllable

Harp: one syllable

Bass: one syllable

Word Meanings:

Throngs: Large crowds of people.

Harp: A musical instrument with strings that you pluck.

Bass: A deep-sounding musical instrument.

Reading Passage 1:

One sunny day, Timmy and his family went to a music

festival. Throngs of people filled the park, all eager to
listen to the performers. On one stage, a musician
played a beautiful melody on a harp. Nearby, another
band had a deep, rhythmic bass that made everyone
dance. Timmy loved the festival and couldn't wait to
come back next year.
Reading Passage 2:

At the school music show, throngs of parents and

students gathered in the auditorium. One student
played a soothing tune on the harp, drawing attention
of all in the audience. Another group performed a lively
song with a strong bass line. The mix of different
instruments and talents made the show a huge
success.

Lesson 2: Tick Tock Time Talks

New Words:

Per/ched: two syllables

Dawn: one syllable

Dusk: one syllable

Mi/ni/a/ture: four syllables

Man/tle: two syllable

Brag/ging: two syllables

Word Meanings:

Perched: Sitting or resting on something high.

Dawn: The time when the sun rises in the morning.

Dusk: The time when the sun sets in the evening.

Miniature: Very small, tiny.

Mantle: A shelf above a fireplace.

Bragging: Talking about yourself in a way that shows

too much pride.

Reading Passage 1:

At dawn, Timmy woke up early, excited for a day of

adventure. He saw a bird perched on the windowsill,
welcoming the new day. He grabbed his miniature
backpack and set out for the forest. By dusk, he found
a beautiful rock to take home and place on the
mantle. Timmy couldn't stop bragging to his friend
about his amazing adventure.

Reading Passage 2:

One evening, Lily's family visited the museum just

before dusk. They admired a miniature model of a
dinosaur in one exhibit. Lily noticed an old clock
perched on the mantle in another room. As they left,
they talked about their favorite exhibits until dawn.
Lily couldn't help bragging about all the cool things
she saw.

Lesson 3: The Penguin’s woe

New Words:

Ma/rooned: two syllables

I/so/la/ted: four syllables

Yearned: one syllable

Con/so/ling: three syllables

De/sire: two syllables

At/tempt: two syllables

Word Meanings:

Marooned: Left alone in a place with no way to leave.

Isolated: Far away from other people or places.

Yearned: Wanted something very much.

Consoling: Comforting someone who is sad.

Desire: A strong wish for something.

Attempt: To try to do something.

Reading Passage 1:

Timmy and his friends were on a boat trip when they

got lost and were marooned on a small island. They
felt isolated and alone, far from home. Timmy
yearned to be back with his family. His friends tried
consoling him, saying they would find a way back.
Their strong desire to get home kept them going. They
made an attempt to build a signal fire to attract help.

Reading Passage 2:

Emma felt marooned at her new school, far from her

old friends. She felt isolated and missed her familiar
surroundings. She yearned to see her old classmates
again. Her mom was consoling her, telling her it
would get better soon. Emma had a desire to make
new friends and fit in. She made an attempt to join a
club and meet new people.

Poem: Eggs

New Words:

Haunts: one syllable

Rag/ged: two syllables

Clings: one syllable

Sedge: one syllable

Shiv/ers: two syllables

Tosses: one syllable

Word Meanings:

Haunts: Places where someone or something is often

found.

Ragged: Worn out and torn.

Clings: Holds on tightly.

Sedge: A type of grassy plant that grows in wet areas.

Shivers: Shakes because of cold or fear.

Tosses: Throws something lightly or moves restlessly.

Reading Passage 1:

One windy night, Timmy explored an old house that

everyone said was haunted. The eerie feeling of the
place still haunts him. He wore a ragged coat that
barely kept him warm. As he walked, he noticed how
the old wallpaper clung to the walls. Outside, the wind
rustled the sedge near the house, adding to the
spooky atmosphere. Timmy shivers as he hears a
strange noise and tosses his flashlight beam towards it.

Reading Passage 2:

Lily's favourite spot by the pond was wild and beautiful.

The memories of fun times there still haunt her. She
wore a ragged sweater that flapped in the strong
wind. The tall grass and sedge near the water clung
to her legs as she walked. Lily shivers when the cold
wind blows through her hair. She tosses stones into the
pond, watching the ripples spread out.

Lesson 4: Sharing and Caring

New Words:

Stacked: one syllable

As/to/nished: three syllables

Hid: one syllable

Stam/i/na: three syllables

Stealth/i/ly: three syllables

Con/vinced: two syllables

Steal/ing: two syllables

Word Meanings:
Stacked: Put one on top of another.

Astonished: Very surprised.

Hid: Went to a place where you cannot be seen.

Stamina: The ability to keep doing something for a

long time without getting tired.

Stealthily: Quietly and secretly.

Convinced: Made someone believe something.

Reading Passage 1:

One afternoon, Emma and her friends went to the

library. They stacked their books on the table to read
together. Emma was astonished by how many
interesting books there were. She found a cosy corner
and hid there to read her favourite story. Her friends
admired her stamina, as she read for hours without
getting tired. One of them stealthily tiptoed over to
surprise her. Emma was convinced she could read all
the books in the library someday.

Reading Passage 2:

At the playground, Timmy noticed that some toys were

missing. He stacked the remaining toys in a neat pile.
When he found the missing toys in a hidden spot, he
was astonished. Timmy hid behind a slide to see if he
could catch the culprit. He needed lots of stamina to
stay alert and watch for a long time. Stealthily,
Timmy saw a boy stealing the toys and hiding them.
Convinced he found the thief, Timmy told the teacher,
and they got the toys back.

Lesson 5: Cao Chong weighs an Elephant

New Words:

Em/per/or: three syllables

Grat/i/tude: three syllables

Jade: one syllable

Carve: one syllable

Splen/did: two syllables

Word Meanings:

Emperor: A ruler of an empire.

Gratitude: Thankfulness.

Jade: A green stone used for jewellery.

Carve: To cut into a shape.

Splendid: Very beautiful or impressive

Reading Passage 1:

One day, Lily visited an ancient palace. She learned

about a wise emperor who ruled the land long ago. In
the palace, there was a beautiful statue made of jade.
The emperor showed his gratitude to the artist who
carved the statue. The statue looked splendid in the
grand hall, shining brightly in the sunlight. Lily felt
amazed by the palace's history and beauty.

Reading Passage 2:

Timmy’s grandfather gave him a special gift. It was a

small jade dragon that someone had carefully carved.
Timmy showed his gratitude by hugging his
grandfather tightly. He learned that the dragon was a
favourite of an old emperor. The gift looked splendid
on Timmy’s shelf, glowing in the light. He was very
thankful for the wonderful present.