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209 | Beginner - Short Story: The Little...

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Title: The Little Boat Adventure

Level: Beginner (A1)


Story :

Daffy, a curious young duck, decides to build a small boat and explore the lake. Along his journey, he meets Finny the fish and Frodo the frog, who both offer advice and cheer him on. Daffy reaches a tiny island with a single tree and discovers new things, like a shiny feather he decides to keep as a treasure. As the sun sets, he returns home to find his friends waiting, eager to hear about his adventure. Daffy tells them all about his journey, proud of his bravery and ready for more adventures.


Vocabulary :

  • Adventure – a fun or exciting journey.
  • Brave – feeling strong, even if a little scared.
  • Treasure – something special that you keep.
  • Shore – the land along the edge of a lake, sea, or river.
  • Discover – to find something new.


#Grammar Focus:

  • Simple Past Tense for Events
  • Describes what happened. Example: “Daffy met new friends.”
  • Adjectives for Describing Places
  • Helps make the story vivid. Example: “The lake was deep and blue.”
  • Direct Speech for Conversations
  • Uses quotes to show what characters say. Example: “I’m on an adventure!” quacked Daffy.


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