Kate in Manchester: Stories in English for Intermediate Learners ebook

Kate in Manchester

Stories in English for Intermediate Learners

Daria Galek

Table of Contents

Title Page

Copyright Page

Introduction

Tips for Reading Stories in English

Chapter 1. New Friend

Chapter 2. An Afternoon in the Park

Chapter 3. The Cooking Lesson

Chapter 4. Sick at Home

Chapter 5. Collaboration in Physics

Chapter 6. Conversations and Photos

Chapter 7. Cinema Day

Chapter 8. Problem with the Bike

Chapter 9. In the Museum

Chapter 10. Studying Together

Chapter 11. The Math Test

Chapter 12. Talent Show

Chapter 13. Family Excursion

Chapter 14. Walk in Manchester

Exercises

Solutions

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Welcome to "Kate in Manchester: Stories in English for Intermediate Learners!" This book is your ticket to improving your English skills through engaging and fun stories. Over the course of 14 fascinating stories, you will follow Kate's adventures in Manchester, day by day, for two exciting weeks.

Each story is designed to be read in one day, making it the perfect two-week educational journey. As you progress through Kate's everyday experiences, you'll not only enjoy the narrative but also enhance your language skills with a variety of exercises tailored to each story.

From lively streets and colorful markets to quiet moments at home and thrilling events, Kate's journey is filled with situations you can relate to, making learning English both practical and enjoyable. Whether you're looking to expand your vocabulary, improve your grammar, or simply gain more confidence in reading and understanding, this book has everything you need.

Get ready to dive into Kate's life, explore Manchester, and take your English to the next level. Happy learning!

Reading stories in English can be both enjoyable and highly effective in learning a new language. To fully benefit from the stories in this book, it's worth applying a few simple but effective strategies. Here are some tips that might help you:

1. Read aloud: Reading aloud helps improve pronunciation and fluency. You'll hear how words and sentences sound, which is extremely helpful in learning a foreign language.

2. Don’t be afraid to make mistakes: Learning a new language is a process where making mistakes is natural and inevitable. Every mistake is an opportunity to learn and improve.

3. Focus on understanding the overall meaning: At first, you don’t need to understand every word. Concentrate on grasping the overall meaning of the story. Over time, you'll understand more details.

4. Use a dictionary: If you find difficult words, use a dictionary to look up their meaning. This will help you expand your vocabulary effectively.

5. Take notes: Write down new words and phrases you encounter while reading. This way, you can revisit them and reinforce your knowledge.

6. Complete the exercises after each story: Exercises are a key element of learning. Solve them carefully to check your understanding of the text and reinforce new vocabulary and grammatical structures.

7. Read regularly: Regularity is the key to success in language learning. Try to read every day, even if it's just for a few minutes. Regular reading will help you gradually develop your language skills.

8. Re-read: Don’t be afraid to go back to stories you've already read. Re-reading will help you better understand the text and reinforce new words and grammatical structures.

9. Use context: If you encounter a difficult word, try to guess its meaning based on the context. This is a skill that will be very useful in language learning.

10. Be patient: Learning a language is a process that takes time. Be patient and consistent, and you will definitely see progress.

Remember, learning a language is not just about gaining knowledge, but also about enjoying the discovery of a new culture and ways of expression.

Kate left her house, feeling excited and a little nervous. It was Monday, the first day of her last year in high school. As she walked towards school, she noticed a new boy standing nearby. He had dark hair and eyes that seemed to smile. Determined to be friendly, she said, "Hi! Good morning."

The boy smiled back and, with a calm voice, said, "Hi. I'm Jack. It's my first day here; I just moved to Manchester a few days ago."

Kate felt curious about the new student. "Nice to meet you, Jack. I'm Kate," she replied. "What do you think of our neighbourhood?"

Jack looked around with a satisfied expression. "I like it a lot. It's quiet, and people seem really friendly here."

"It's a good place to live," Kate agreed, nodding. "So, where are you from?"

"From London. It's a much bigger city, but I like the peacefulness of this place," Jack replied.