Practice speaking English with these simple story and conversation lessons.
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| surprise • | • gifts |
| decorate • | • fun floating balls |
| presents • | • "wow!" |
| balloons • | • make beautiful |
| surprise | "wow!" |
| decorate | make beautiful |
| presents | gifts |
| balloons | fun floating balls |
| guests • | • light with fire |
| cake • | • people visiting |
| candles • | • sweet dessert |
| party • | • celebration |
| guests | people visiting |
| cake | sweet dessert |
| candles | light with fire |
| party | celebration |
Haruka is a young girl in Japan. Today is her birthday, and she is very excited. She goes to school and sees her friends. They all say, "Happy birthday, Haruka!" After school, Haruka's mother takes her to the park. She thinks they are just going for a walk, but when they arrive, she sees a big surprise. Her friends and family are there for a birthday party!
Everyone has decorated the park with colorful balloons and streamers. There are presents on a table and a beautiful cake with candles. Haruka's friends sing "Happy Birthday" to her, and she blows out the candles. They play games, eat cake, and have a lot of fun. Haruka opens her presents and thanks everyone for the great surprise. She feels very happy and loved.
| Haruka: | Wow! I can't believe you all did this for me! |
| Friend: | Of course, Haruka! We wanted to make your birthday special. |
| Haruka: | Thank you so much. This is the best surprise ever. |
| Friend: | You're welcome! Now, let's eat some cake and have fun! |
| Haruka: | Yes, I'm ready to party! |
| Friend: | Haha, let's do it! |