Рассказы на английском для начинающих. Чтение и разговорная практика

Example answer: The first thing I do is check my phone because it is my habit. I read messages and check the weather. For example, if it is cold, I choose warm clothes.

Practice: Complete the Sentences

The first thing I do is ______ my phone.

I stay in bed for a few ______.

I check the ______ to know what to wear.

Sometimes I ______ time in the morning.

I try to ______ my habit.

A Perfect Slow Morning

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For me, a perfect morning is not busy or stressful. It is slow, calm, and comfortable. I don’t like to hurry, because I want to start my day in a good way. A slow morning helps me feel relaxed and ready for everything.

On a perfect morning, I wake up without an alarm. I open my eyes slowly and stay in bed for a few minutes. I don’t check my phone right away. Instead, I enjoy the quiet moment. I listen to the sounds around me and take a deep breath. It helps me feel calm.

After that, I get up and go to the kitchen. I don’t rush. I move slowly and take my time. I make a cup of coffee or tea and prepare a simple breakfast. I like to have eggs, toast, or yogurt with fruit. While I am eating, I don’t think about work or problems. I just enjoy the food and the moment.

Then I sit near the window. If the weather is nice, I open it and let fresh air in. I look outside and watch people or cars. Sometimes I just think about my plans for the day. I don’t make a long list, but I try to understand what is important.

After breakfast, I take a shower. Warm water helps me relax and feel more awake. I don’t hurry, because I want to enjoy this time. Then I get dressed and choose comfortable clothes. I don’t spend too much time on it, but I want to feel good.

Sometimes I listen to music or read something simple. It can be a short article or a few pages of a book. It helps me start the day with a clear mind. I feel more focused and positive.

A slow morning is not always possible. On workdays, I often have to hurry and follow a schedule. But when I have time, I try to create this kind of morning. It makes a big difference.

When I start my day slowly, I feel less stressed and more in control. I can think better and make good decisions. Even if the day becomes busy later, the calm morning stays with me.

For me, a perfect slow morning is not about doing a lot of things. It is about doing simple things with attention and without stress. It is a small part of the day, but it changes everything.

Key Vocabulary and Expressions

slow morning — спокойное утро

not busy — не занятый

feel relaxed — чувствовать себя расслабленно

start the day — начинать день

wake up — просыпаться

without an alarm — без будильника

stay in bed — оставаться в постели

right away — сразу

enjoy the moment — наслаждаться моментом

take a deep breath — сделать глубокий вдох

get up — вставать

take my time — не торопиться

rush — спешить

prepare breakfast — готовить завтрак

simple breakfast — простой завтрак

fresh air — свежий воздух

look outside — смотреть на улицу

plans for the day — планы на день

take a shower — принимать душ

warm water — тёплая вода

get dressed — одеваться

feel comfortable — чувствовать себя комфортно

listen to music — слушать музыку

clear mind — ясная голова

feel focused — чувствовать концентрацию

follow a schedule — следовать расписанию

make a difference — иметь значение

feel in control — чувствовать контроль

Useful Patterns

For me, … is… — Для меня… это…

I don’t like to… because… — Я не люблю…, потому что…

I try to… — Я стараюсь…

It helps me… — Это помогает мне…

I don’t…, instead I… — Я не…, вместо этого я…

When I…, I feel… — Когда я…, я чувствую…

Sometimes I…, but… — Иногда я…, но…

Even if…, I… — Даже если…, я…

Practice: Answer the Questions

What is your perfect morning like?

Do you like to wake up slowly or quickly?

What do you usually have for breakfast?

Do you use your phone in the morning?

What helps you feel relaxed in the morning?

Is it easy for you to have a slow morning? Why or why not?

Model Answers

My perfect morning is slow and quiet. I like to take my time and not hurry.

I like to wake up slowly because it helps me feel relaxed.

I usually have a simple breakfast, like eggs or toast. It is easy and quick.

Sometimes I use my phone, but I try not to do it right away.

Fresh air and a warm shower help me feel relaxed. It makes a big difference.

It is not always easy because I have to follow a schedule. But I try to do it on weekends.

Expand Your Answer

Try to give a longer answer. Use at least 2—3 expressions from the vocabulary list and add one reason or example.

Example answer: My perfect morning is very calm because I don’t like to rush. I wake up without an alarm and take my time. For example, I drink coffee and enjoy fresh air near the window.

Practice: Complete the Sentences

I don’t like to ______ in the morning.

I wake up without an ______.

I try to take my ______.

Fresh air helps me feel more ______.

A slow morning can make a big ______.

When Everything Goes Wrong in the Morning

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Some mornings start badly, and everything goes wrong from the first minute. Last week, I had one of those mornings. I woke up late because I didn’t hear my alarm. I felt tired and confused, and I knew right away that the day would not be easy.

I got out of bed quickly and went to the bathroom, but I dropped my toothbrush on the floor. It was a small thing, but it made me feel more annoyed. Then I tried to wash my face, but the water was too cold. I didn’t have time to wait, so I just did it quickly and moved on.

After that, I went to the kitchen to make breakfast. I wanted something simple, but I couldn’t find what I needed. The bread was finished, and there was no milk. I felt frustrated because I didn’t want to leave the house hungry. In the end, I just took a banana and some water. It was not a good start.

While I was getting dressed, I couldn’t find my favorite T-shirt. I looked everywhere, but it was not there. I had to choose something else, but I didn’t like it. Then I noticed a small stain on my jeans. I didn’t have time to change again, so I just hoped that no one would see it.

When I was ready to leave, I checked my bag and realized that I couldn’t find my keys. I looked on the table, in my pockets, and near the door, but they were not there. I started to feel nervous. I didn’t want to be even later. Finally, I found them in my jacket from the day before. I felt a little better, but I already lost more time.

Outside, things didn’t get better. It started to rain, and I didn’t have an umbrella. I walked fast, but I still got a little wet. When I arrived at the bus stop, the bus had just left. I missed it by a minute again. I felt very frustrated and a bit tired of everything.

At that moment, I decided to stop and take a deep breath. I told myself, «It’s just a bad morning, not a bad day.» I tried to calm down and wait for the next bus. Slowly, I started to feel better.

Later, the day became easier. Not everything was perfect, but it was normal. I understood that sometimes things go wrong, and it’s okay. The important thing is not to panic and not to give up.

Now, when something goes wrong in the morning, I try to stay calm and continue. A bad start does not mean a bad day.

Key Vocabulary and Expressions

go wrong — идти не так

wake up late — просыпаться поздно

right away — сразу

get out of bed — вставать с кровати

drop something — уронить что-то

on the floor — на полу

feel annoyed — чувствовать раздражение

move on — двигаться дальше

make breakfast — готовить завтрак

run out of — закончиться

feel frustrated — чувствовать фрустрацию

leave the house — выходить из дома

get dressed — одеваться

look everywhere — искать везде

notice — замечать

stain — пятно

hope — надеяться

check my bag — проверять сумку

realize — осознавать

look for — искать

in my pockets — в карманах

feel nervous — нервничать

lose time — терять время

start to rain — начинаться дождь

get wet — промокнуть

miss the bus — пропустить автобус

take a deep breath — сделать глубокий вдох

calm down — успокаиваться

give up — сдаваться

Useful Patterns

Everything went wrong because… — Всё пошло не так, потому что…

I didn’t have time to… — У меня не было времени, чтобы…

I felt… but… — Я чувствовал…, но…

I tried to… — Я пытался…

In the end, I… — В конце концов, я…

I realized that… — Я понял, что…

I decided to… — Я решил…

It’s just…, not… — Это всего лишь…, а не…

The important thing is to… — Важно…

Practice: Answer the Questions

Have you ever had a bad morning? What happened?

What small things can make your morning worse?

How do you feel when everything goes wrong?

What do you do to calm down?

Do you think a bad morning can change the whole day? Why?

What helps you continue when something goes wrong?

Model Answers

Yes, I had a bad morning when I woke up late and missed my bus. Everything went wrong.

Small problems like losing my keys or being late can make my morning worse.

I feel frustrated and nervous, but I try to stay calm.

I take a deep breath and try to calm down. It helps me feel better.

Sometimes it can change the day, but not always. It depends on how I react.

I try not to give up and continue. I tell myself that it is just a bad moment.

Expand Your Answer

Try to give a longer answer. Use at least 2—3 expressions from the vocabulary list and add one reason or example.

Example answer: Sometimes everything goes wrong in the morning because I wake up late and lose time. Then I feel frustrated, but I try to calm down. For example, last week I missed the bus and got wet in the rain.

Practice: Complete the Sentences

Everything went ______ this morning.

I woke up ______ because I didn’t hear my alarm.

I couldn’t find my keys and had to ______ for them.

I felt frustrated, but I tried to ______ down.

I didn’t want to ______ up, so I continued.

Cleaning My Room Before Guests

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Yesterday, I had to clean my room because guests were coming in the evening. I usually keep my room in an okay condition, but it was not perfect. There were clothes on the chair, books on the floor, and some empty cups on the table. I knew I had to clean everything before people arrived.

At first, I didn’t want to start. I felt a bit lazy, and I thought, «Maybe it’s not so bad.» But then I looked around again and realized it was messy. I didn’t want my guests to see my room like that, so I decided to clean it properly.

I started with the clothes. I picked them up and put them in the wardrobe. Some clothes were clean, and some were dirty, so I had to separate them. Then I made my bed. It always makes the room look better right away. After that, I took all the cups and plates to the kitchen and washed them.

Next, I worked on the desk. There were many things on it: books, pens, papers, and small objects. I didn’t need all of them, so I tried to organize everything. I put the important things in one place and removed what I didn’t need. It took some time, but it helped me see the desk clearly again.

Then I cleaned the floor. I picked up small things and put them in the right place. After that, I used a vacuum cleaner. It made a big difference. The room started to feel fresh and clean. I also opened the window to let some fresh air in.

While I was cleaning, I played music. It helped me stay active and not feel bored. At first, I didn’t want to do anything, but later I started to enjoy the process. I saw how the room changed step by step, and it made me feel good.

When I finished, I looked around and smiled. The room was clean, comfortable, and ready for guests. I felt proud because I did everything by myself. I also felt more relaxed, because a clean space makes my mind feel clear.

When my guests arrived, I was not worried. I felt confident and happy to invite them into my room. After that day, I understood that cleaning is not so difficult if you start and do it step by step.

Key Vocabulary and Expressions

clean my room — убирать комнату

guests — гости

in the evening — вечером

in an okay condition — в нормальном состоянии

messy — беспорядочный

look around — осматриваться

realize — понимать

decide to — решать

properly — как следует

pick up — поднимать

put in the wardrobe — класть в шкаф

separate — разделять

make the bed — заправлять кровать

right away — сразу

take to the kitchen — отнести на кухню

wash dishes — мыть посуду

organize — организовывать

remove — убирать

take time — занимать время

in the right place — на правильном месте

vacuum cleaner — пылесос

make a difference — иметь значение

fresh air — свежий воздух

stay active — оставаться активным

feel bored — скучать

step by step — шаг за шагом

feel proud — чувствовать гордость

feel relaxed — чувствовать расслабление

invite — приглашать

Useful Patterns

I had to… because… — Мне пришлось…, потому что…

At first, I didn’t want to…, but… — Сначала я не хотел…, но…

I decided to… — Я решил…

It makes… look better — Это делает… лучше

I didn’t need…, so… — Мне не нужно было…, поэтому…

It took some time, but… — Это заняло время, но…

I started to… — Я начал…

When I finished, I… — Когда я закончил, я…

I felt… because… — Я чувствовал…, потому что…

Practice: Answer the Questions

Do you often clean your room?

When do you usually clean your room?

What do you do first when you clean?

Do you like cleaning or not? Why?

What helps you clean faster or better?

How do you feel in a clean room?

Model Answers

I clean my room sometimes because I don’t like it when it is messy.

I usually clean my room before guests come or on weekends.

First, I pick up my clothes and make my bed. It helps right away.

I don’t always like cleaning, but I enjoy the result. It makes me feel good.

Music helps me stay active and not feel bored. It makes cleaning easier.

I feel relaxed and comfortable in a clean room. It makes a big difference.

Expand Your Answer

Try to give a longer answer. Use at least 2—3 expressions from the vocabulary list and add one reason or example.

Example answer: I clean my room before guests because I don’t want it to look messy. I pick up my clothes and organize my desk. For example, last week I used a vacuum cleaner and opened the window for fresh air.

Practice: Complete the Sentences

My room was very ______ before I cleaned it.

I had to clean because ______ were coming.

First, I picked ______ my clothes.

Cleaning step by ______ makes it easier.

A vacuum cleaner can make a big ______.

Doing Laundry for the First Time

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Last weekend, I did my laundry for the first time. Before that, someone else usually helped me, so I didn’t know much about it. But this time, I had to do everything by myself. I felt a bit unsure, but I also wanted to learn.

First, I collected all my dirty clothes. They were in different places: on the chair, in my bag, and on the floor. I put everything in one pile and looked at it. There were many clothes, and I didn’t know where to start.

Then I remembered that I needed to separate the clothes. I put white clothes in one group and dark clothes in another. I also found some colored clothes and didn’t know what to do with them. I thought for a moment and decided to wash them with dark clothes, because I didn’t want to risk it.

After that, I went to the washing machine. I opened it and put the clothes inside. I didn’t want to put too many things, so I tried to be careful. Then I had to choose the right program. There were many buttons, and it looked a bit confusing. I read the instructions and chose a simple program.

Next, I added some detergent. I was not sure how much to use, so I added a small amount. I didn’t want to use too much. Then I closed the machine and started it. When it began to work, I felt a little proud.

While the clothes were washing, I waited and did other things. I checked the machine from time to time, just to see if everything was okay. I was a bit worried, but everything worked fine.

When the washing was finished, I opened the machine and took the clothes out. They smelled fresh and clean, and I felt happy. I shook them a little and hung them to dry. It took some time, but it was easy.

After everything was done, I looked at the clean clothes and smiled. It was not so difficult, but I had to learn step by step. Now I feel more confident, and I know I can do it again.

Doing laundry for the first time was a simple but useful experience. It helped me become more independent and responsible.

Key Vocabulary and Expressions

do laundry — стирать

for the first time — в первый раз

by myself — самостоятельно

feel unsure — чувствовать неуверенность

collect clothes — собирать одежду

dirty clothes — грязная одежда

in different places — в разных местах

on the floor — на полу

put in a pile — складывать в кучу

separate clothes — разделять одежду

white clothes — белая одежда

dark clothes — тёмная одежда

colored clothes — цветная одежда

risk — рисковать

washing machine — стиральная машина

put inside — класть внутрь

be careful — быть внимательным

choose a program — выбирать режим

read instructions — читать инструкции

detergent — стиральный порошок

add — добавлять

a small amount — небольшое количество

start the machine — запускать машину

feel proud — чувствовать гордость

from time to time — время от времени

work fine — работать нормально

take out — вынимать

smell fresh — пахнуть свежестью

hang to dry — вешать сушиться

step by step — шаг за шагом

feel confident — чувствовать уверенность

independent — самостоятельный

Useful Patterns

For the first time, I… — В первый раз я…

I didn’t know…, so… — Я не знал…, поэтому…

I tried to… — Я попытался…

I was not sure…, but… — Я не был уверен…, но…

I decided to… — Я решил…

It looked…, so… — Это выглядело…, поэтому…

I felt… when… — Я почувствовал…, когда…

It was not …, but… — Это было не…, но…

Now I know that… — Теперь я знаю, что…

Practice: Answer the Questions

Do you do your own laundry?

Have you ever done something for the first time? What was it?

Do you find it easy or difficult to use a washing machine?

What do you do step by step when you clean or organize something?

How do you feel when you learn something new?

Do you like doing household chores? Why or why not?

Model Answers

Yes, I do my own laundry because I want to be independent. It is a useful skill.

Yes, I did laundry for the first time last year. I felt unsure at first.

It is a bit difficult at the beginning, but it becomes easy later.

First, I collect things and put them in one place. Then I organize them step by step.

I feel proud and more confident when I learn something new.

I don’t always like chores, but I know they are important. They help me be responsible.

Expand Your Answer

Try to give a longer answer. Use at least 2—3 expressions from the vocabulary list and add one reason or example.

Example answer: I did my laundry for the first time last year because I wanted to be independent. At first, I felt unsure and had to read instructions. For example, I didn’t know how much detergent to add.

Practice: Complete the Sentences

I did my laundry for the first ______.

I had to ______ the clothes before washing.

I added a small ______ of detergent.

I was not sure, so I read the ______.

I hung the clothes to ______.

Cooking Dinner Alone

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Last Friday, I decided to cook dinner alone. Usually, I eat simple food or order something, but this time I wanted to try cooking by myself. I felt a little nervous, because I don’t cook very often, but I also felt excited.

First, I chose a simple recipe. I didn’t want anything difficult, so I decided to make pasta with vegetables. I checked what I had at home and made a short list of things I needed. Then I went to the shop and bought tomatoes, onions, and some cheese.

When I came back home, I started to prepare everything. I washed the vegetables and cut them into small pieces. It took some time, because I wanted to do it carefully. Then I put water in a pot and turned on the stove. While the water was heating, I started to cook the vegetables in a pan.

At first, I didn’t know how much oil to use, so I added a little. Then I put the onions in the pan and waited until they became soft. After that, I added tomatoes and mixed everything. It smelled good, and I started to feel more confident.

When the water was ready, I added the pasta. I checked the time and waited. While the pasta was cooking, I looked at the vegetables and mixed them again. I didn’t want anything to burn, so I stayed near the stove.