My English Place

Present Simple Grammar Story 1

Harry lives in a quiet town in England. He is 10 years old and attends the local elementary school. Every day, he wakes up early and eats a hearty breakfast. Harry walks to school with his friends, and they enjoy chatting along the way.

At school, Harry studies various subjects. He likes math and science but struggles with history. After school, he goes to the park with his dog, Max. They play fetch and run around, and Harry loves spending time outdoors.

1. Where does Harry live?
2. How old is Harry?
3. What does Harry do every morning?
4. How does Harry get to school?
5. What is Harry’s favorite subject at school?
6. What does Harry do with his dog, Max, after school?

Present Simple Grammar Story 2

Meet Sue. She is a teacher at an elementary school in Miami. She teaches third grade, and she really likes her job. Every morning, she goes to school early and gets ready for her lessons. The students like her a lot.

Sue teaches math and science. She explains things clearly and gives little homework. Besides teaching, she also helps with the school’s soccer team. She wants her students to do well in both school and sports.

1. What is Sue’s job?
2. Where does Sue work?
3. How does Sue feel about her job?
4. When does Sue arrive at school?
5. What does Sue teach?
6. What else does Sue do at the school?

Present Continuous Grammar Story 1

It’s 3:30 pm on a sunny afternoon. The Smith family is in the backyard. Mom, Dad, and their two kids, Jake and Emma, are gardening together. Jake is planting colorful flowers, and Emma is watering the plants. Mom is pulling out weeds, and Dad is mowing the lawn.

The neighbors’ cat, Whiskers, is wandering around the garden. He is curiously sniffing the flowers and chasing butterflies. The kids find it amusing and try to play with him.

In the corner, Grandma is sitting on a chair and watching the family at work. She is knitting a colorful scarf and enjoying the fresh air. She is smiling as she observes the garden coming to life.

1. What time is it in the story?
2. Where is the Smith family at 3:30 pm?
3. What is Jake doing in the backyard?
4. Who is watering the plants?
5. What is Dad doing to the lawn?
6. What is Grandma doing while sitting in the backyard?

Present Continuous Grammar Story 2

It’s 10:00 am on a Saturday morning. The Johnsons are having a garage sale. Mr. Johnson is arranging old books on the table, and Mrs. Johnson is pricing vintage clothes. Their daughter, Lily, is helping by organizing toys and games on a blanket.

Across the street, the neighbors, the Martins, are also participating in the garage sale. Mr. Martin is repairing a bicycle, and Mrs. Martin is chatting with customers about the items for sale. Their son, Ethan, is assisting by carrying boxes from the house.

The sun is shining brightly, and a gentle breeze is blowing. The Johnsons and the Martins are enjoying the busy but cheerful atmosphere. They are hoping to find new homes for their pre-loved items.

1. What time is it in the story?
2. What are Mr. Johnson and Mrs. Johnson doing at the garage sale?
3. How is Lily helping with the garage sale?
4. What is Mr. Martin doing across the street?
5. What is Mrs. Martin doing during the garage sale?
6. How is Ethan assisting with the garage sale?

Past Simple Grammar Story 1

Once upon a time, there was a girl named Lisa. She lived in a small village. Last summer, Lisa and her family went on a fun vacation to the beach. They stayed in a cozy beach house.

During the trip, they played in the sand, built sandcastles, and collected seashells. Lisa loved watching the waves and swimming in the clear blue sea. She met new friends at the beach, and they had a great time together.

When they returned home, Lisa shared her vacation stories with her classmates. She showed them the seashells she had collected and the photos she had taken.

1. Where did Lisa live?
2. What did Lisa and her family do last summer?
3. Where did they stay during their vacation?
4. What activities did they do at the beach?
5. Who did Lisa meet at the beach?
6. How did Lisa share her vacation experiences with her classmates?

Past Simple Grammar Story 2

Tom was an adventurous young boy. Last weekend, he went on a camping trip with his family. They chose a beautiful spot in the woods.

During the trip, they set up a tent and built a campfire. Tom’s dad taught him how to fish, and Tom caught his first fish. They all cooked the fish over the campfire and ate it with some roasted marshmallows.

At night, they listened to the sounds of the forest and watched the stars. Tom told stories around the campfire, and everyone enjoyed themselves. The next morning, they packed up and left for home.

When Tom returned to school, he shared his camping adventure with his friends. He showed them the pictures he took during the trip.

1. What did Tom do last weekend?
2. Where did Tom and his family go?
3. What did they do during the camping trip?
4. What did Tom catch while camping?
5. What did they eat around the campfire?
6. How did Tom share his camping adventure with his friends?

Future Simple Grammar Story 1

I have exciting plans for the upcoming weekend. On Saturday morning, I am going to attend a cooking class with my friends. We’re going to learn how to make delicious Italian dishes. After that, we are going to enjoy a homemade meal together.

Later in the day, my family and I are going to visit the local art gallery. My sister has created a beautiful painting that will be displayed. I am going to take lots of pictures to capture the memorable moments.

In the evening, I am going to meet up with my cousins for a game night. We’re going to play board games and have a great time together. It’s always so much fun when we get together.

On Sunday, I am going to volunteer at the animal shelter. I’ve been looking forward to spending time with the adorable animals and helping out. After that, I am going to have a picnic in the park with my close friends.

In the evening, I am going to relax at home and read a book. It’s going to be a perfect way to unwind before the start of the new week.

1. What are your plans for Saturday morning?
2. Where are you going with your family later in the day on Saturday?
3. What activity do you have planned with your cousins on Saturday evening?
4. What will you be doing on Sunday morning?
5. How are you planning to spend your Sunday afternoon?
6. What is your evening plan for Sunday?

Future Simple Grammar Story 2

I am looking forward to the upcoming weekend. On Saturday morning, I am going to attend a yoga class. It’s a great way to start the day and relax my mind. After that, I am going to have brunch with some friends at a cozy cafe in the city.

In the afternoon, my family and I are going to visit the botanical garden. We’re going to explore the beautiful flower displays and enjoy the peaceful surroundings. I am going to bring my camera to capture the vibrant colors.

In the evening, I am going to join a book club meeting at the local library. We’re going to discuss our latest book and share our thoughts. It’s always interesting to hear different perspectives.

On Sunday, I am going to visit my grandparents. We’re planning to have a family picnic in the park. I am going to bake some cookies to bring along; it’s a family recipe that everyone loves.

In the evening, I am going to organize a movie night at home. I will invite some friends, and we’re going to watch a classic film together. It’s going to be a relaxing way to wrap up the weekend.

1. What is your plan for Saturday morning?
2. Where are you having brunch with your friends on Saturday?
3. What will you bring with you to the botanical garden?
4. What are you going to discuss at the book club meeting on Saturday evening?
5. How do you plan to spend Sunday afternoon?
6. What classic film are you going to watch during the movie night on Sunday?

Present Perfect Grammar Story 1

Meet Emily. She has always loved books. Over the years, she read countless novels, but there’s one book she never read—a mystery novel she received as a gift on her 12th birthday.

Last week, Emily decided it was finally time to read that book. She searched her bookshelf and, to her surprise, discovered the long-forgotten gift. She hasn’t opened it yet, but she plans to read it this weekend.

In her life, Emily has visited many libraries and has collected a wide range of books. She has read classics, fantasy, and non-fiction. Emily believes that books have enriched her life in countless ways.

1. What book did Emily receive on her 12th birthday?
2. When did Emily decide to read the mystery novel?
3. Where did she find the book?
4. Has Emily already opened the book?
5. What types of books has Emily read in her life?
6. How have books enriched Emily’s life?

Present Perfect Grammar Story 2

Meet Carlos. He has always been fascinated by languages. Over the years, he studied several languages, but there’s one language he never learned—Mandarin Chinese.

Recently, Carlos decided it was finally time to learn Mandarin. He enrolled in a language course and attended every class. So far, he has completed the beginner’s course and has even practiced with native speakers.

Throughout his life, Carlos has visited various countries, and he has experienced different cultures. He believes that learning languages has opened doors to new opportunities and connections.

1. What language did Carlos decide to learn?
2. How has Carlos learned Mandarin?
3. Has Carlos finished the beginner’s course?
4. What has Carlos done to practice Mandarin?
5. Where has Carlos traveled during his life?
6. How has learning languages benefited Carlos?

Past Perfect Grammar Story 1

Meet Sarah. She had always dreamt of visiting Paris. Last year, her dream finally came true. She had saved up for years to make this trip possible.

Before going to Paris, Sarah had researched all the famous landmarks, and she had learned a few basic French phrases. When she arrived in Paris, she had already planned her entire itinerary.

One of the highlights of her trip was visiting the Eiffel Tower. By the time she got there, she had already seen many beautiful places in the city. She had taken countless photos.

When Sarah returned home, she had collected wonderful memories and experiences. She knew that her dream had been realized.

1. What had Sarah always dreamt of?
2. When did Sarah’s dream come true?
3. What had Sarah done before going to Paris?
4. What had Sarah learned before arriving in Paris?
5. What had Sarah already planned?
6. What had Sarah seen and done in Paris before visiting the Eiffel Tower?

Past Perfect Grammar Story 2

Amy and David had known each other since they were in kindergarten. They had grown up in the same neighborhood and had always played together.

When they were in high school, Amy had moved to a different city with her family. David had missed her a lot. He had written letters to her every month, and she had replied with long emails.

Years later, Amy had returned to their hometown. They hadn’t seen each other in a long time, but they had stayed in touch. When they reunited, it felt like no time had passed at all. They had cherished their friendship.

1. How long had Amy and David known each other?
2. Where had Amy moved when they were in high school?
3. What had David done to stay in touch with Amy?
4. How long had it been since they last saw each other?
5. How did it feel when they reunited?
6. What had they done to cherish their friendship?

First Conditional Grammar Story 1

Sarah loves ice cream, but today she forgot her wallet at home. She looks at her friend, Emily, and says, “If you lend me some money, I’ll buy you an ice cream tomorrow.”

Emily smiles and agrees, giving Sarah the money. Later that day, Sarah enjoys a delicious scoop of chocolate ice cream. The next day, true to her word, Sarah buys Emily a double scoop of her favorite flavor.

As they sit in the park eating ice cream together, Sarah says, “If we have time next weekend, let’s try the new ice cream shop downtown.”

Emily happily agrees, thinking about all the exciting flavors they could discover together.

1. Why did Sarah forget her wallet?
2. What did Sarah ask Emily for?
3. What did Sarah promise to do for Emily in return?
4. What will Sarah do if Emily lends her money?
5. Where will they go if they have time next weekend?
6. How did Emily feel about the idea of trying the new ice cream shop?

First Conditional Grammar Story 2

Tom loves playing soccer, but his soccer ball got a big puncture. He turns to his friend, Jake, and says, “If you lend me your soccer ball, I’ll teach you a cool trick.”

Jake agrees, handing over his soccer ball. Tom shows Jake a fantastic trick, and Jake is impressed. The next day, Tom returns Jake’s soccer ball, saying, “If we practice together every weekend, we’ll become amazing soccer players.”

Excited about the idea, Jake agrees, and the two friends start practicing regularly. If they keep it up, they dream of joining the school soccer team together.

1. Why did Tom ask Jake for his soccer ball?
2. What did Tom promise to teach Jake in return for the soccer ball?
3. How did Jake feel about the trick Tom showed him?
4. What did Tom say they would become if they practiced soccer together every weekend?
5. What does Jake need to do to become an amazing soccer player with Tom?
6. If they keep practicing, what dream do Tom and Jake have for the future?

Second Conditional Grammar Story 1

Emily dreams of exploring outer space. One day, she finds a mysterious old lamp. She rubs it, and a genie appears. The genie says, “If you had the chance to visit any planet, where would you go?”

Emily excitedly responds, “If I could choose, I would go to Mars!” The genie nods and grants her wish. Suddenly, Emily is standing on the red surface of Mars, looking up at the alien sky.

While exploring, she encounters friendly Martian creatures. They ask, “If you had a chance to stay here forever, would you?”

Emily smiles and replies, “If I could, I’d love to, but I miss my family and friends on Earth.” The genie appears again, granting her wish to return home.

Back on Earth, Emily holds the old lamp, realizing the magic of the genie had made her dream come true.

1. Why did Emily rub the lamp?
2. What did the genie ask Emily about?
3. If Emily could choose any planet, where would she go?
4. How did Emily feel while standing on Mars?
5. What did the Martian creatures ask Emily?
6. If Emily had the chance to stay on Mars forever, what would she do?

Second Conditional Grammar Story 2

Alex loves watching superhero movies. One day, he finds a mysterious book titled “Create Your Own Superpower.” The first page says, “If you could have any superpower, what would it be?”

Excitedly, Alex thinks, “If I had the ability to fly, I could explore the world from the sky.” As he reads further, the book mentions, “If you possessed this power, how would you use it to help others?”

Alex imagines, “If I could fly, I would rescue people from tall buildings and help during natural disasters.”

Later, he shares his dream with his best friend, Sarah. She asks, “If you could team up with any superhero, who would it be?”

Alex grins and replies, “If I had the chance, I’d team up with Captain Justice. Together, we’d make an unstoppable duo!”

1. Why did Alex pick up the mysterious book?
2. What does the first page of the book ask Alex?
3. If Alex could have any superpower, what would it be?
4. How would Alex use the superpower to help others?
5. What did Alex share with his best friend, Sarah?
6. If Alex could team up with any superhero, who would it be?

Third Conditional Grammar Story 1

Sam always loved playing the lottery. One day, he found a forgotten ticket in his jacket pocket. He thought, “If I had checked this ticket earlier, I could have won the jackpot.”

Regretfully, he realized that the winning numbers matched his ticket from last week. He sighed, “If I had claimed the prize on time, I would have been a millionaire by now.”

Sam’s friends heard about the missed opportunity. They said, “If you had won, you could have bought a big house and traveled around the world.”

Sam nodded sadly, thinking about the luxurious life he could have had. Now, the unclaimed ticket served as a reminder of the fortune he had let slip away.

1. Why did Sam regret not checking his lottery ticket earlier?
2. What did Sam realize when he checked the winning numbers?
3. If Sam had claimed the prize on time, what would have happened?
4. How did Sam’s friends react when they heard about the missed opportunity?
5. If Sam had won the jackpot, what could he have bought according to his friends?
6. How does the unclaimed ticket serve as a reminder for Sam?

Third Conditional Grammar Story 2

Laura always dreamed of becoming a famous singer. One day, she had the chance to audition for a talent show. However, she hesitated and decided not to go. She thought, “If I had taken that opportunity, I might have become a star.”

Months later, Laura watched the talent show on TV. The winner had a similar style to hers, and she realized, “If I had auditioned, I could have been the one on that stage.”

Regret filled her heart as she imagined the fame and success she might have achieved. Now, whenever she hears a song on the radio, she wonders, “If I had pursued my dream, would I be the one singing on the airwaves?”

1. Why did Laura decide not to audition for the talent show?
2. What did Laura think might have happened if she had taken the opportunity?
3. If Laura had auditioned, who could have been the winner of the talent show?
4. How did Laura feel when she watched the talent show on TV?
5. If Laura had pursued her dream, what does she wonder about when hearing a song on the radio?
6. What filled Laura’s heart as she reflected on the missed opportunity?