Once upon a time, in a small town called Sunnyville, lived a young boy named Jasper. Jasper was a curious and adventurous kid who loved reading books about faraway lands and exotic animals. One day, he came across a book about the Amazon rainforest and was instantly captivated. Determined to explore the jungle for himself, Jasper packed his bag with snacks, a map, and a magnifying glass, and set off on his very own jungle journey.

As Jasper ventured deeper into the jungle, he encountered all sorts of incredible creatures. He saw brightly colored macaws swinging from tree to tree and mischievous monkeys playing pranks on each other. Suddenly, he heard a soft growl coming from the bushes. He cautiously peeked through his magnifying glass and saw a pair of glowing eyes staring right back at him. It was a jaguar, its spots shimmering in the sunlight! Jasper quickly remembered that it’s best to never approach a wild animal, and slowly backed away.

After escaping the jaguar’s territory, Jasper stumbled upon a hidden waterfall. The water cascaded down from the rocks, creating a breathtaking sight. Thinking it would be fun to take a dip, he jumped right in. Little did he know, there was a friendly family of otters enjoying their swim too. The otters playfully splashed him, making Jasper burst into laughter. He realized that sometimes unexpected surprises can bring the most joy.

As Jasper continued his journey, the weather suddenly changed. Dark clouds rolled in, and thunder roared above. He quickly took shelter under a large tree when he noticed a scared sloth clinging onto a branch nearby. Jasper decided to help the sloth find a safer place to hide, and gently carried it to a tall tree with thick leaves. The sloth cozily settled in, and Jasper learned that being kind to others, even in the stormiest of times, can create strong bonds.

Just when Jasper thought his adventure couldn’t get any more thrilling, he heard a distant rumbling noise. Curiosity piqued, he followed the sound to discover a group of indigenous people playing vibrant music. They invited Jasper to dance along with them, and soon he found himself immersed in the jungle rhythm. He realized that different cultures can come together through the universal language of music, and that embracing diversity enriches our lives.

With a heavy heart, Jasper knew it was time to leave the jungle and return home. He said goodbye to the extraordinary animals he had encountered and thanked the rainforest for the incredible journey. As he made his way back to Sunnyville, he couldn’t help but feel grateful for the lessons he had learned. He realized that through curiosity, kindness, and an open mind, one can embark on the most magical adventures, even without leaving their backyard. And so, Jasper’s jungle journey became a cherished memory that he would carry with him forever.

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📖 Vocabulary:

🤔 Comprehension Questions:

1. What made Jasper decide to explore the jungle?
2. What did Jasper see when he looked through his magnifying glass?
3. How did Jasper react when he encountered the jaguar?
4. What unexpected surprise did Jasper encounter at the hidden waterfall?
5. How did Jasper help the scared sloth?
6. What did Jasper learn about different cultures during his adventure?
7. How did Jasper feel when he had to leave the jungle?
8. What lessons did Jasper learn from his jungle journey?
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🎧✍️ Listen and Fill in the Gaps:

Once upon a time, in a small town called Sunnyville, lived a young boy named Jasper. Jasper was a curious and (1)______ kid who loved (2)______ books about faraway lands and exotic animals. One day, he came across a book about the Amazon rainforest and was instantly captivated. Determined to (3)______ the jungle for himself, Jasper packed his bag with snacks, a map, and a magnifying glass, and set off on his very own jungle journey.

As Jasper ventured deeper into the jungle, he encountered all sorts of incredible creatures. He saw brightly colored macaws swinging from tree to tree and mischievous monkeys playing pranks on each other. Suddenly, he (4)______ a soft growl coming from the bushes. He cautiously peeked through his magnifying (5)______ and saw a pair of glowing eyes staring right back at him. It was a jaguar, its (6)______ shimmering in the sunlight! Jasper quickly (7)______ that it’s best to never approach a wild animal, and slowly backed away.

After escaping the jaguar’s territory, Jasper stumbled upon a hidden waterfall. The water cascaded down from the rocks, (8)______ a breathtaking sight. Thinking it would be fun to take a dip, he jumped right in. Little did he know, there was a friendly family of otters enjoying their swim too. The otters playfully splashed him, making Jasper burst into laughter. He realized that sometimes unexpected surprises can bring the most joy.

As Jasper continued his journey, the weather suddenly changed. Dark clouds rolled in, and thunder roared above. He quickly took shelter under a large tree when he (9)______ a scared sloth (10)______ onto a branch nearby. Jasper decided to help the sloth find a safer place to hide, and gently carried it to a tall tree with thick leaves. The sloth cozily settled in, and Jasper learned that being kind to others, even in the stormiest of times, can create strong bonds.

Just when Jasper (11)______ his adventure couldn’t get any more thrilling, he heard a distant rumbling noise. Curiosity (12)______, he followed the sound to discover a group of indigenous people playing vibrant music. They invited Jasper to dance along with them, and soon he found himself immersed in the jungle (13)______. He realized that different cultures can come together through the universal language of music, and that embracing diversity enriches our lives.

With a heavy heart, Jasper knew it was time to leave the jungle and return home. He said goodbye to the extraordinary animals he had encountered and thanked the rainforest for the incredible (14)______. As he made his way back to Sunnyville, he couldn’t help but feel (15)______ for the lessons he had learned. He realized that through (16)______, kindness, and an open mind, one can embark on the most magical adventures, even without leaving their backyard. And so, Jasper’s jungle journey became a cherished memory that he would carry with him forever.
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💬 Discussion Questions:

Students can ask a partner these questions, or discuss them as a group.

1. What is the most adventurous thing you have ever done?
2. How would you feel if you encountered a wild animal in the jungle?
3. Do you like reading books about faraway lands and exotic animals? Why or why not?
4. What do you think are some unexpected surprises that can bring joy?
5. How would you react if you were caught in a storm while exploring the jungle?
6. Do you think it is important to be kind to others, even in difficult times? Why or why not?
7. What is your favorite type of music? How does music bring people together?
8. How would you feel if you had to say goodbye to the animals and the rainforest after an incredible journey?
9. What lessons have you learned from your own adventures or travels?
10. How does curiosity enrich our lives?
11. Do you think kindness is a universal language? Why or why not?
12. What is something magical that has happened to you?

📖💭 Vocabulary Meanings:

Match each word to its meaning.

Words:
1. captivated
2. ventured
3. incredible
4. cautiously
5. shimmering
6. breathtaking
7. otters
8. cascaded
9. thunder
10. clinging
11. bonds
12. rumbling
13. indigenous
14. immersed
15. cherished

Meanings:
(A) The loud, explosive sound that follows a lightning flash
(B) Held dear and valued highly
(C) Connections or relationships that are based on feelings of friendship or shared experiences
(D) A deep, continuous sound that gradually grows louder
(E) So impressive or beautiful as to cause astonishment
(F) Went into an area or situation that could be dangerous or unpleasant
(G) Poured down rapidly and in large quantities
(H) So extraordinary as to seem impossible
(I) Glistening or shining with a flickering light
(J) In a careful and alert manner to avoid danger or mistakes
(K) Holding tightly onto something
(L) People native to a region
(M) Deeply engaged or involved in an activity
(N) Aquatic mammals known for their playful nature
(O) Deeply attracted and held the interest of
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🔡 Multiple Choice Questions:

1. What inspired Jasper to explore the jungle?
(a) A movie about faraway lands
(b) A book about the Amazon rainforest
(c) A TV show about exotic animals
(d) A friend’s recommendation

2. What did Jasper pack in his bag for his jungle journey?
(a) Snacks, a camera, and a compass
(b) Snacks, a flashlight, and a notebook
(c) Snacks, a binoculars, and a compass
(d) Snacks, a map, and a magnifying glass

3. What animal did Jasper encounter that made him back away?
(a) Macaw
(b) Monkey
(c) Otter
(d) Jaguar

4. How did Jasper react when the otters splashed him?
(a) He got angry and yelled at them
(b) He burst into laughter
(c) He ran away in fear
(d) He ignored them and continued swimming

5. What did Jasper do to help the scared sloth?
(a) Ran away and left it behind
(b) Took a picture of it and posted it on social media
(c) Carried it to a tall tree with thick leaves
(d) Tried to pet it and calm it down

6. What did Jasper discover about different cultures?
(a) They are all the same
(b) They should be avoided and not embraced
(c) They can come together through the universal language of music
(d) They have nothing to offer

7. Why did Jasper feel grateful as he made his way back home?
(a) For the lessons he had learned
(b) For the souvenirs he collected
(c) For the photos he took
(d) For the friends he made

8. What did Jasper learn from his jungle journey?
(a) Through curiosity, kindness, and an open mind, one can embark on magical adventures
(b) The jungle is a dangerous place and should be avoided
(c) Books are better than real-life adventures
(d) It’s best to stay in one’s own backyard and not explore the world

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🕵️ True or False Questions:

1. Jasper does not join a group of indigenous people in dancing to vibrant music in the jungle.
2. Jasper does not discover a hidden waterfall and decides not to take a dip.
3. Jasper encounters a jaguar in the jungle but remembers not to approach it.
4. Jasper is a young boy who loves reading books about faraway lands and exotic animals.
5. Jasper does not help a scared sloth find a safer place to hide during a storm.
6. While swimming in the waterfall, Jasper is not playfully splashed by a family of otters.
7. Jasper returns home with a grateful heart, carrying the lessons and memories of his jungle journey.
8. Jasper sets off on a jungle journey after being captivated by a book about the Amazon rainforest.
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📝 Write a Summary:

Write a summary of this story in two sentences. Here are some hints:
Who are the main characters?
What happens in the story?

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🤔✅ Comprehension Question Answers:

1. What made Jasper decide to explore the jungle?
Jasper was captivated by a book about the Amazon rainforest.

2. What did Jasper see when he looked through his magnifying glass?
Jasper saw a pair of glowing eyes staring back at him, which belonged to a jaguar.

3. How did Jasper react when he encountered the jaguar?
Jasper remembered not to approach a wild animal and slowly backed away.

4. What unexpected surprise did Jasper encounter at the hidden waterfall?
Jasper encountered a friendly family of otters who playfully splashed him.

5. How did Jasper help the scared sloth?
Jasper carried the scared sloth to a tall tree with thick leaves where it could find safety.

6. What did Jasper learn about different cultures during his adventure?
Jasper learned that different cultures can come together through the universal language of music.

7. How did Jasper feel when he had to leave the jungle?
Jasper felt a heavy heart when he had to leave the jungle.

8. What lessons did Jasper learn from his jungle journey?
Jasper learned the importance of curiosity, kindness, and an open mind. He also learned that unexpected surprises can bring joy and that embracing diversity enriches our lives.
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🎧✍️✅ Listen and Fill in the Gaps Answers:

(1) adventurous
(2) reading
(3) explore
(4) heard
(5) glass
(6) spots
(7) remembered
(8) creating
(9) noticed
(10) clinging
(11) thought
(12) piqued
(13) rhythm
(14) journey
(15) grateful
(16) curiosity
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📖💭✅ Vocabulary Meanings Answers:

1. captivated
Answer: (O) Deeply attracted and held the interest of

2. ventured
Answer: (F) Went into an area or situation that could be dangerous or unpleasant

3. incredible
Answer: (H) So extraordinary as to seem impossible

4. cautiously
Answer: (J) In a careful and alert manner to avoid danger or mistakes

5. shimmering
Answer: (I) Glistening or shining with a flickering light

6. breathtaking
Answer: (E) So impressive or beautiful as to cause astonishment

7. otters
Answer: (N) Aquatic mammals known for their playful nature

8. cascaded
Answer: (G) Poured down rapidly and in large quantities

9. thunder
Answer: (A) The loud, explosive sound that follows a lightning flash

10. clinging
Answer: (K) Holding tightly onto something

11. bonds
Answer: (C) Connections or relationships that are based on feelings of friendship or shared experiences

12. rumbling
Answer: (D) A deep, continuous sound that gradually grows louder

13. indigenous
Answer: (L) People native to a region

14. immersed
Answer: (M) Deeply engaged or involved in an activity

15. cherished
Answer: (B) Held dear and valued highly
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🔡✅ Multiple Choice Answers:

1. What inspired Jasper to explore the jungle?
Answer: (b) A book about the Amazon rainforest

2. What did Jasper pack in his bag for his jungle journey?
Answer: (d) Snacks, a map, and a magnifying glass

3. What animal did Jasper encounter that made him back away?
Answer: (d) Jaguar

4. How did Jasper react when the otters splashed him?
Answer: (b) He burst into laughter

5. What did Jasper do to help the scared sloth?
Answer: (c) Carried it to a tall tree with thick leaves

6. What did Jasper discover about different cultures?
Answer: (c) They can come together through the universal language of music

7. Why did Jasper feel grateful as he made his way back home?
Answer: (a) For the lessons he had learned

8. What did Jasper learn from his jungle journey?
Answer: (a) Through curiosity, kindness, and an open mind, one can embark on magical adventures
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🕵️✅ True or False Answers:

1. Jasper does not join a group of indigenous people in dancing to vibrant music in the jungle. (Answer: False)
2. Jasper does not discover a hidden waterfall and decides not to take a dip. (Answer: False)
3. Jasper encounters a jaguar in the jungle but remembers not to approach it. (Answer: True)
4. Jasper is a young boy who loves reading books about faraway lands and exotic animals. (Answer: True)
5. Jasper does not help a scared sloth find a safer place to hide during a storm. (Answer: False)
6. While swimming in the waterfall, Jasper is not playfully splashed by a family of otters. (Answer: False)
7. Jasper returns home with a grateful heart, carrying the lessons and memories of his jungle journey. (Answer: True)
8. Jasper sets off on a jungle journey after being captivated by a book about the Amazon rainforest. (Answer: True)
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