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Ouch. It hurts. But I think it'll be fine tomorrow. It will be okay. Two more weeks. I can do it.
Follow Maya's journey overcoming injury to perform, explore India, and learn life lessons in this beginner English listening story.
Key Takeaways
- Perseverance and patience are important when facing challenges like injury.
- Teamwork and support from friends and family help overcome difficulties.
- Cultural exploration broadens understanding and appreciation of different traditions.
- Communication and asking permission prevent misunderstandings and conflicts.
- Teaching children life skills and safety is essential for their independence.
Summary
- Maya injures her foot but is determined to recover and perform in a school ballet show.
- She learns the importance of rest and teamwork as her friends support her recovery.
- The story transitions to a colorful exploration of India, highlighting culture, food, and yoga.
- Maya and her family visit temples and learn about Indian traditions and meditation.
- A conflict arises when Leo accidentally ruins Maya's painting, teaching lessons about asking permission and forgiveness.
- Together, they fix the painting and Maya wins an art contest with her family's help.
- Leo waits for his dad to pick him up for a movie but faces delays and learns to stay safe using a taxi.
- The video emphasizes safety, responsibility, and life skills for children.
- Additional scenes include family fun day, school activities, and team building.
- The video is designed for beginner English learners with simple language and engaging storytelling.
Chapters
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My left foot hurts so much. Oh dear. I can't stand regular Maya. What happened with you?
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Oh no. You must go to the hospital now. Class, our school show is coming. The first prize group can join a big music festival. Good luck.
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Do you two want to try ballet with me? It will be a special performance.
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H, not bad. That sounds fun. Yes, we can practice after school, right? Welcome, girls. Let's warm up and start the lesson.
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Oops, I turned the wrong way. It's okay. Let's try again. H, I almost had it, but my foot shakes.
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Almost is progress, girl. Balance takes time. I need to be better. I don't want to slow everyone down.
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Take it easy, Maya. You can do it. Okay, girls. Go home, rest, and don't push too hard.
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Come on, Maya. We can practice tomorrow. You go first. I just need one more minute.
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Okay. Bye-bye, Maya. Don't go home too late. Okay, one more try. Q, I forgot my vacuum bottle.
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I did it. Wow. I really did it again. If I do it again, I'll be ready.
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Ouch. Oh my God, my ankle hurts. Maya. Oh no. Are you okay? I'm okay.
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It's small. Don't worry. Are you sure? I think you need to tell your parents.
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Thank you. I'm fine. I just need sleep. This is my fault. I didn't listen.
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It is a sprain. She just needs rest for two weeks. Two weeks. Uhhuh. But my show is in two weeks.
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Take the medicines and rest carefully. It will be faster. Hello, Maya. Do you feel better today?
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I'm so sorry. It was my mistake. Don't be sad. Your ankle needs care, not more practice.
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Take the medicine after food. Your ankle will recover soon. Thank you too. I will try my best.
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Today I rest. Tomorrow I may feel a little stronger. I can't let everyone be delayed because of me.
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Only gentle moves today. Listen to your body and relax. Still a little hurt, but that's okay. We could do together.
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No one is left behind. Thank you, girls. I feel brave again. Please welcome Maya, Rachel, and Sarah.
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Okay, remember, slow, steady, and together. Go, Maya. You look amazing. And let's congratulate the third prize goes to Maya, Rachel, and Sarah.
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Maybe we could do better without my injury. Don't say that, Maya. We stayed together.
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Even if it's small, it's still our effort. Thank you so much. Isn't it great?
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Hello everyone. Today we are traveling to India. Yay! Welcome to India. It is so colorful here.
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Now let's start exploring. Let's go. Namaste. Welcome to my shop. Namaste. Huh? What are these?
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It means hello in India. Namaste. Namaste. Hello. These are spices. India is sunny and hot. Perfect for spices.
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Look at these spices, kids. Red, yellow, and orange. It is so pretty, Mommy. And it smells strong.
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M. Mommy, look at these beautiful clothes. Do you want to try? Look at my dress. It is a sari.
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You look beautiful, Maya. I am wearing a Kurta. I look like an Indian boy. So cool. M, what is that smell?
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I am hungry. Look at the street food. Hello. Welcome. Try my special street food.
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I am eating naan bread. It is very soft and yummy. This is Indian curry. Be careful. It is very spicy. Don't worry. I will try the street curry.
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Water. Water, please. It is so spicy. Fire. Fire. Oh no. Drink this mango lassi. It is sweet and cold.
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Phew. M. Wow. It is so sweet. Thank you. And for kids, try the samosa. It is not spicy.
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Wow, it is crunchy and yummy. Food in India is great. Phew, I am so full. The food is great.
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Excuse me, where should we visit next? You should visit the old temple. The architecture is very unique.
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A unique temple. Let's go, family. Let's go. Let's go. Look, it has one very tall tower and four small towers.
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Are they made of stones, Mommy? No, they are old bricks with beautiful lotus flowers. Let's walk around the tower. We must walk clockwise to show respect.
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Clockwise like a clock. Mommy. Yes, Maya. Very smart. Buddhism started here in India. It teaches us to be kind and find peace. Look at this big tree.
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It is the Bodhi tree. Buddha meditated here long ago. Meditate. What is that, Mommy?
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Shh. It means sitting quietly. Be polite, Leo. People are meditating. I like it here. It is very peaceful.
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Breathe in. Breathe out. Wow. Where are we? We are at the beach. Maya, look. Mommy, what are they doing?
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Are they dancing? No, Maya. They are doing yoga. Do you know yoga is from India? I have an idea.
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Why don't we do yoga with them? What do you think? Great idea. Let's go, everyone.
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Yoga makes us healthy. Let's try the tree pose. First stand on one leg. Then hands up high.
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Breathe in. Breathe out. Look at me. I am a beautiful tree. This is harder than it looks.
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Wo wo. I am dizzy. Oh no. I am a falling tree. You are a very funny tree, Leo.
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What a great day. India is wonderful. Beautiful temples and delicious food. What do you like? The temple, the food, or yoga?
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Leo, what are you doing with my brush? Oh no, my painting. It is ruined. You ruined everything. It was an accident. I didn't mean to.
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This painting is very beautiful. I love it. I will win the art contest tomorrow.
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Maya, can you come and help me, please? Yes, Mommy. I am coming right now.
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Oh, what is this beautiful picture here? H, I think this picture is missing something.
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I will paint a sun to help my sister. Maya will be very happy with my surprise.
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Leo, what are you doing with my brush? Oh my goodness, you scared me, Maya.
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Oh no, my painting. It is ruined. Why did you do that, Leo? You ruined everything.
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I am so mad. Hey kids, what is all this shouting about? Daddy, Leo ruined my special painting.
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Oh dear, that is a really big mess. I worked so hard on it for days, but I just wanted to help make it prettier.
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I was just drawing a happy sun. But you never ask before touching my things.
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It was an accident. I didn't mean to. All right. All right. Please calm down, kids.
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Stop fighting, you two. What happened here? Take a deep breath. Leo, tell me everything.
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I just wanted to add a sun. Mommy, helping is sweet, but you must ask first. Never touch other people's things without asking. Okay, Leo made a mistake, but calm down, Maya. Let's fix this together.
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I understand, Mommy. I am sorry for yelling. I am so sorry, Maya. Please forgive me.
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It's okay, Leo. I'm sorry I yelled too. That's my good kids. Let's paint a new one.
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But the contest is tomorrow. It's too late. Don't worry, sweetie. We will help you.
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Leo, can you paint the trees green, please? Sure. I will be very, very careful.
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Snack time for our amazing little artists. I am so nervous. Who will win? And the first prize goes to Maya's amazing painting.
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Yay! We did it. Thank you, Leo. Best team ever, Maya. I am so happy we made this beautiful painting together.
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I'm so proud of you, Maya. And remember, kids, always say sorry, say thank you, and never touch things without asking first.
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Have you ever ruined something by accident? How did you fix it? Tell us below, please.
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Hey, Leo. Do you want to play football today? Sorry, Tom. I cannot play today.
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Why are you busy? Yes, my dad is coming to pick me up. We will go to the cinema.
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Wow, that sounds fun. Okay, goodbye, Leo. Goodbye. See you tomorrow. It is 5:00 p.m. Dad is always on time.
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I am so excited to see the new movie. It is about a super robot driving down the street. Feeling good.
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Yeah. Yeah. Leo will love the movie. I already bought two tickets. Wa wa. Why are we stopping? Look at that.
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So many cars. H. It is 5:30 p.m. Where is he? Maybe he is buying popcorn.
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Or maybe he is parking the car. I will wait a little more. Oh, my tummy is growling. I am so hungry. This is strange. Dad is never late. Did he forget me?
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Come on, move, please. Hey, blue car, don't cut in line. Oh no, it is a huge traffic jam. We are completely stuck.
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What? It is 5:45 p.m. The movie starts at 6:00 p.m. Leo is waiting for me. He must be scared. I need to call Grace.
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Oh no. Low battery. Please don't die. Where is my charger? Is it in the glove box?
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No, I left it at the office. My phone is dead. This is a disaster.
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It is too late. So, no movie today. Dad, where are you? It is getting dark and...
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Leo, is that you? Why are you still here? Hello, Mr. Guard. My parents are not here yet. I am worried.
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Don't worry. Here, use my phone. Call your parents. Hello. Please answer, Dad. It went to voicemail.
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His phone is turned off. Try calling your mom. Mom is not answering either. Maybe she is driving.
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Maybe there is a big traffic jam. They will be here soon. Look, a yellow taxi.
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Wait, mom taught me how to take a taxi. And I know my address. Mr. Guard, can I borrow your phone to call your dad again?
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No, I want to send a text message. It is faster. Mom. Dad, don't worry. I am taking a taxi home.
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Sent. Now they know. Smart boy. Okay, let's stop that taxi. Taxi. Taxi. Be careful, Leo. Get home safe.
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Goodbye. Thank you. Good evening, young man. Where are your parents? Good evening. I am going home alone today.
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Oh, you are very brave. Do your parents know you are in a taxi? Yes. I already sent them a message.
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Good job, little boy. Excellent. You fastened your seat belt. My mom says safety first.
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Please take me to 123 Grace Street, District 1. Do you know the way? 123 Grace Street. Is it near the big park?
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Yes. Go past the park and turn left at the bakery. Okay, let's go. Mr. Driver, why are there so many red lights?
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It is rush hour, my boy. Everyone is going home from work just like you.
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My dad is driving too. Maybe he is stuck in this mess. Excuse me. What is that machine?
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That is the meter. It counts the miles and the money. It says $4 now. It is going up fast.
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Don't worry, we are almost there. Here we are. 123 Grace Street. Safe and sound.
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The meter says $5. Here is a $10 bill. And here is $5 change and your receipt.
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Thank you, sir. Have a nice evening. Leo, Leo, answer me. Sir, please calm down. Stop shouting.
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Are you Leo's father? Yes. Yes, I am Ethan. Where is my son? Why are you so late? The boy waited for a long time.
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I I Don't worry, he is safe. He just took a taxi home. Oh, taxi.
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Ah. Oh, thank gosh. I must go home. Home sweet home. That art contest was fun. Mom, the judge loved my painting.
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Yes, he said your colors were beautiful. Hello, Mom. Hello, Maya. Hi, Leo. Hi. Wait, where is Dad? Did he park the car?
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No. Dad is not here. What do you mean? Who brought you home? I took a taxi. I came home alone.
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Alone? in a taxi. Oh my god, Leo, are you okay? I am fine, Mom. I used my pocket money to pay.
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You scared me so much, but I am so glad you are safe. You are so brave, my little boy.
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Leo, thank gosh. I'm glad you're okay. I am here, Dad. You're home. Oh, Leo, I am so sorry. The traffic was stuck and my battery died. I couldn't call.
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Calm down, Ethan. He is safe now. We will never forget today. Next time, please check the time and the traffic.
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It was your mistake today. But mom, Leo was amazing today. He is like a superhero.
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Yes, you were very good, Leo. But remember, going alone is dangerous. Next time, please be careful and wait for us, okay?
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Yes, mom. I promise. Parents, please watch the time to pick up your kids and teach them life skills to be safe.
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Today, I had a very interesting taxi trip. But friends, please don't go alone like me. Wait for your parents.
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So, you know math. What is 5 * 20? The answer is 100. Sparky, be a good buddy and do all my math homework.
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Maya, you got a perfect score. Great job. I am so sorry, teacher. I cheated.
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Math is so hard. I can't do this. Homework is boring. Let's play. Tada! Look what I have here, kids.
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Ooh! Ooh! What is that box, Daddy? It is a new AI robot. My company made it.
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Peep. Hello. I'm Sparky. I am super smart. I know everything. Really? You know everything?
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Wow. Sparky. Why does mommy buy so many clothes? Why does daddy tease mommy everyday? And why is Maya always angry?
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Beep. Mommy likes many colorful clothes. Daddy teases mommy because he loves her. And Maya is a little monster.
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Yes, this robot knows everything. Hey, I am not a monster. Have fun with Sparky, kids.
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I will help mommy cook dinner now. So, you know math. What is 5 * 20?
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Beep. That is baby math. The answer is 100. H. Wow, you are a genius. That's so fast.
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Wait, Maya, are you cheating? No, Leo. Sparky is just my study buddy. Sparky, be a good buddy and do all my math homework.
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Beep. Sparky is smart. Super easy. Super fast. Beep beep. Done. Done. Now I am the smartest girl in the world.
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Maya, you got a perfect score. Great job. Thank you, teacher. Great. Now, please explain this math problem to the class on the board. Uh uh right now. Um well, you see h I I don't know how to do it.
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But your homework is perfect. Did you do it yourself, Maya? I am so sorry, teacher.
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I cheated. H I didn't study. A smart robot did my homework. It is bad to cheat, but thank you for telling the truth.
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Robots are tools. They can give you answers, but they cannot give you knowledge. I promise I will study hard and do it myself.
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No more robots. I must try my best tonight. Yeah, you can do it, Maya.
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Phew, this is hard, but I won't give up. Take your time, sweetie. I am so proud of your hard work.
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Thank mom. Yay! I finished it. Mommy daddy Leo, look. I did it. I got a B on my history test.
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I am very proud of you, Maya. Hard work is good. Remember, a B from your own brain is better than a fake A from a robot.
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Robots are just tools. If they do everything, our brains get lazy. We control the machines.
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Don't let them control you. Yes. I want my brain to be strong and smart.
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Friends, don't be lazy. Always do your best. What a beautiful day to visit the zoo.
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I want to see the monkeys and a lions. Okay, everyone. I have the tickets.
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Let's go inside. Dad, it's upside down. Huh? Thanks Maya. Look, Mom. The giraffe is so tall.
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Yes, Leo. And look at its neck. It has a very long neck. I am tall, too. Look, I am stretching my neck. Can I eat leaves like a giraffe?
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No, Dad. You are too short. Look at the monkey swinging on the ropes. That one is going really high.
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Ooh. Ooh. Ah. Ah. I am a monkey, too. Oh, Ethan, you are so funny.
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They are eating bananas. They look happy. I will draw a monkey. Come on, let's see the king of the jungle, the lion.
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Oh no, the lion is sleeping. sleeping. No. Wake up. Wake up, Mr. Lion. Roar, Ethan. Shh. Quiet.
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But I want to hear a roar. The lion is tired. We must not bother him. It is rude.
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You are right, Grace. Sorry, Mr. lion. Today we saw many animals. They are beautiful. But remember kids, respect the animals.
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Yes, mom. And look at my drawings. Yeah. I love the zoo. Wow. Wow. Wow.
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They are beautiful. Wow. Great drawing, Maya. I love the zoo. Did you like the animals? Tall giraffe or funny monkey.
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What is your favorite animal? Tell us. If you enjoyed our story, please like and share this video.
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And don't forget to subscribe to Grace Daily English for more fun stories. Byebye. See you next time.
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See you next time. It's red. He looks so lonely. Mom, I don't know anyone here.
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I am Leo and I am Maya. Let's play together. Red. Hi, I am Red.
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Wow. Thank Leo and Maya. 1 2 3 P. Whoa. Welcome to family fun day everyone.
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Today we have three secret games for you. Are you ready to win? Yes, we are ready.
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We are a strong team guys. We will win first place today. Yes. Let's win the gold cup. Leo, go team. Let's go practice.
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Okay, I am ready to run fast. Oh, it's red. He looks so lonely. Mom, I don't know anyone here.
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It's okay, Red. Don't be sad. I don't know how to play this game. Leo, come here. We need to practice.
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Mom. Dad. Red is a new friend in my class. He came yesterday. He doesn't know anyone, so he is very shy.
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Can we play with them and help his family? But Leo, we need to practice to win the cup.
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Winning is fun. Um, but helping is better. Oh, that is so kind of you, Leo.
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Okay, let's go over there and play with them. Hi, I am Leo. And I am Maya.
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Let's play together, Red. Hi, I am Red. Wow. Thank Leo and Maya. Let's play together.
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Team building. Yay. Game one. Find the candy in the flower. Watch me, Red. It's easy.
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Tada! I got it. I got it, too. We look so funny. Game two. Build a cup tower.
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Oh no, the cups are falling. It's okay. We can help you. Let's build it together.
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Game three. Tug of war. Let's pull together team. 1 2 3 pull. Wo. Oh no.
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Ouch. Game over. Oops. I'm sorry. I slipped. That's okay, Red. We tried our best.
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Are you okay, Red? You did a great job. Yes. Winning isn't everything. We had so much fun.
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Time's up. Great job, families. Today was very fun. But I'm a little sad we didn't get the cup.
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Thank you, Leo and Maya. Playing with you is the best memory today. See, happy memories are better than any metal. And that is the true meaning of family fun day.
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Thank you for helping us today. You are a wonderful family. We are so happy. Red has great friends like you.
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Yes, we are best friends. Thanks for watching. Like, share, and subscribe. Bye-bye. Bye. Hey.
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Hey. Hey. Heat. Heat. Hey. Hey. Hey. Heat. Heat. Hey. Hey hey hey.
Topics:English listeningbeginner Englishballet performanceinjury recoveryIndian culturefamily storychildren's lessonsteamworklife skillssafety for kids
