Stephanie's Likes and Dislikes

Stephanie talks about some things she likes and some things she dislikes.
Accent: General American
Gender: Female
Speed: Medium
Words/Minute: 157
Length: 1:48

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The Weather Changes

The Weather Changes

The weather where I live changes. It changes everyday. Some people don't want the climate to change. They want it to stay the same. But not me. I like it when the weather changes.

Some days it is hot. The sun is bright. There are no clouds. I play soccer on hot days. I sweat a lot. I come back home from playing soccer. My mom says, "Drink water. You need to drink water when it is hot." So I drink water.

Some days it is cloudy. The sun is hidden. It is hidden behind the clouds. You can't see the sun when it is hidden behind the clouds. Everything looks grey. My mom says, "You can't see the sun. But it is still very strong. Put on some sunscreen." So I put on some sunscreen.

Some day it is rainy. The rain falls down in big, fat drops. It falls to the ground. it makes little puddles. I like to splash around in them. My mom says, "Put on your boots." So I put on my boots.

Some day it is cold. The wind stings my face. It really hurts! I wear a heavy coat. I put up my hood when I go outside. This helps to protect my face from the wind. My mom says, "Don't forget your scarf." I see scarf hanging by the door. I leave it there and run outside.

As you can see, the weather changes a lot where I live. Some people don't like it. But sure do!

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Invitation - Circumcision Reception

Level: English for Junior High School
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This is an example of an invitation for the circumcision reception.

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The Bird Park

Level: English for Junior High School
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The Bird Park

One of the most interesting places to visit in Singapore is the Bird Park. It is located in the industrial area in Singapore, called Jurong. The bird park is about twelve kilometers from the center of the city, and it's easy to get there by bus or by taxi.

It is one of the largest bird parks in the world. The birds are kept in large cages, and there are hundreds of beautiful birds from many different parts of the world, including penguins, parrots, eagles, and ostriches. There is a large lake in the park with a restaurant beside it. There is also a very large cage which you can walk in to get a closer look at the birds.

It takes about two hours to see all the birds. You can walk around the park or ride on a bus. The best time to visit the park is in the early morning or late afternoon, when it is cooler.

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One Hundred Dollars

One Hundred Dollars

Leonard James is a homeless man. For him, life is always hard. He is always hungry. His shoes have holes in them. He needs a haircut. His clothes are old and dirty.

"What I would do with one hundred dollars!" Leonard says. This is a game he likes to play with himself to take his mind off things.

He is walking down the street on a Thursday night. The winter air is cold on his face.

"If I had one hundred dollars, I would buy new socks," he says. He continues to walk down the street.

"If I had one hundred dollars, I would get a hair cut," he says. He continues to walk down the street.

"If I had one hundred dollars, I would buy new pants," he says. He continues to walk down the street.

"If I had one hundred dollars, I would buy a new jacket," he says. He continues to walk down the street.

"If I had one hundred dollars, I would buy a hamburger," he says. His stomach rumbled at the thought.

"If I had ..." Leonard looks down at the sidewalk. He cannot believe what he sees! Someone has lost his wallet. Leonard picks it up. Inside are five twenty-dollar bills.

"One hundred dollars!" Leonard says. He is very excited. "Now I can but everything I want!"

Then Leonard begins to think. "But this is not my money," he says. Leonard goes to the police station. He gives a police officer the wallet and money.

"Thank you," says the police officer. Leonard smiles. He turns around and begins to leave the police station. "Hold on," says the police officer. He reaches in his own pocket and gives Leonard ten dollars. "Get yourself something to eat."

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