English Recordings

What are you reading, Grace?
Great Heroes. It’s a book on people who help others.
You’re reading it for the class project right?
Right. Today I’m reading about Patch Adams.
Isn’t he a doctor who brings hope and happiness to young patients?
You got it! There was a movie about him too.
It sounds great. Can I borrow the book some time?
Sure. I’ll lend it to you when I’m done with the project.

Branden, can you believe summer’s almost here?
I know, I can’t wait until the summer vacation.
Do you have any special plans?
Yes, Darae. I’ve decided to volunteer at a children’s home.
Wow! Won’t it be hard?
Maybe, but I enjoy working with children.
Good for you!
How about you? What have you decided to do this summer?
Nothing special . I’m going to stay home and read books.

Jake, can you help me with my homework?
Sure, what homework is it, Minju?
I have to write about someone who has helped others.
Well, how about Jimmy Carter? Wasn’t he the president of the United States?
That’s right. These days he leads a program to build houses for the poor.
Really? That’s amazing. Thanks for the idea.
You’re welcome.

Welcome to News Hour. The Teen City Centre has decided to hold the Teen’s Walk-a-thon on August 1st. The event was put together by a group of teens to raise money for poor children in Africa. Get sponsors and walk. The more sponsors you get, the more kids you can help. If you are interested, come to the city teen centre by 10 a.m. on August 1st . See you there! This is Harry Taylor for News Hour.

Minjun, can you help me with my report?
Sure, what is it on, Jenny?
I need to write about someone who has helped others. But I don’t know who to write about.
Well , how about mother Teresa, Mahatma Gandhi or Albert Schweitzer?
Albert Schweitzer! Wasn’t he a doctor who helped children in Africa?
That’s right. He was also a musician. He played the organ.
Really? He sounds like an interesting person. Thanks, Minjun.
Don’t mention it. Why don’t you find out more about him on the internet?
OK i’ll do that.

One

Isn’t the speech contest next week?
Yes. My homeroom teacher said so.

Two

You were late for school, weren’t you?
No. I was just on time.

Three

Is that the new book you bought last week?
Yes it is, it’s very interesting.

Hooray! Summer is just around the corner!
Do you have any plans for the summer?
Nothing special . I’ve just decided to read a lot of books.
Do you have any books in mind?
Well, I’m going to read about people who have helped others.
That’s nice. We don’t have much time to read during school .
I know. What about you? What have you decided to do?
I haven’t made up my mind yet. I’m still thinking.
I hope you find something fun to do.

One

Have you decided how to you’ll spend your summer?
Sure. I’m going to take some lessons at the teen centre.

Two

Are you doing anything for Tom’s party?
Well, I’ve decided to bake a cake.

Three.

What are you going to do for the science project?
I haven’t made up my mind yet. I’m still thinking.

What do you want to be when you grow up?
A movie director. I’m really interested in movies.
Interesting! Can you tell me why?
Sure. I like watching movies. I’m also good at making up stories.
Any other reasons?
I’d like to work with actors and actresses too.
Oh it’ll be a lot of fun. Who is your role model then?
I hope to be like Stephen Spielberg someday.
I’m sure your dream will come true.

Doris, who’s going to join us on our trip this saturday?
Just Semin.
How about Minju?
I’m afraid she can't make it.
Can you tell me why she can’t come?
She has to visit her grandparents.
Oh, really?
It’s her grandfather’s birthday this Saturday.
I see. We’ll miss her.