Simplified Text Worksheet

Instructions:

Read the following passage carefully. Use the visual aids provided to help you understand the text. After reading, answer the questions below.

Passage:

The Friendly Dog

There was once a friendly dog named Max. Max loved to play in the park. Every day, he would run around and chase his favorite red ball. Max's owner, Sarah, always took him to the park in the afternoon. Max was happy when he saw other dogs. He wagged his tail and barked joyfully.

Questions:

1. What is the name of the dog in the story?
   
   
   
   

2. What does Max love to do in the park?
   
   
   
   

3. Who takes Max to the park?
   
   
   
   

4. How does Max feel when he sees other dogs?
   
   
   
   

5. What color is Max's favorite ball?
   
   
   
   

Visual Aids:

• Picture of Max the dog
• Image of a red ball
• Diagram of a park setting

Use these visual aids to help answer the questions and understand the story better. Remember to look at the images and think about how they relate to the text.

Interactive Storytelling Activity

Objective:

Engage students in a fun and interactive way to enhance their understanding and enjoyment of the story.

Materials Needed:

• Props related to the story (e.g., a toy dog, a red ball, etc.)
• Costumes or simple accessories for students to wear
• Space for students to move around and act out scenes

Instructions:

1. Introduction to the Activity

   • Explain to the students that they will be acting out parts of the story "The Friendly Dog."
   • Encourage them to use their imagination and have fun with the activity.

2. Assign Roles

   • Assign each student a role from the story. Roles can include Max the dog, Sarah, other dogs, and park visitors.
   • Provide simple props or costumes to help them get into character.

3. Acting Out the Story

   • Read the story aloud, pausing at key moments for students to act out the scenes.
   • Encourage students to express emotions and actions described in the story, such as wagging a tail or chasing a ball.

4. Discussion and Reflection

   • After acting out the story, gather the students for a discussion.
   • Ask questions such as:
     • How did it feel to act out the story?
     • What was your favorite part of the story to act out?
     • How did acting out the story help you understand it better?

5. Wrap-Up

   • Thank the students for their participation and creativity.
   • Reinforce the key themes and messages of the story.

Follow-Up Points:

• Encourage students to think about other stories they could act out.
• Discuss how acting can help us understand different perspectives and emotions.
• Consider having students create their own short stories to act out in future sessions.