Once upon a time, there was a brave fisherman named Tom. Tom lived in a small village by the sea and spent most of his days fishing in the ocean. He was a hard worker and very good at his job. He had a kind heart and always made sure to share his catch with those in need.
One day, a terrible storm blew through the village. The winds were so strong that they knocked over houses and trees. The people were terrified and didn’t know what to do.
But Tom knew he had to do something to help. He gathered his fishing gear and set out to sea, despite the rough waves and strong winds. He worked tirelessly all day, and by the time the storm had passed, he had caught enough fish to feed the entire village.
The people were so grateful to Tom for his bravery and for helping to feed them. They threw a big celebration in his honor, and Tom was hailed as a hero. From that day on, Tom was known as the bravest fisherman in the village.
As the years passed, Tom continued to brave the storms and help those in need. He always put the needs of others before his own, and the people in the village loved and respected him for it.
One day, a group of pirates came to the village and tried to steal the villagers’ food and valuables. Tom knew he had to do something to protect his community. He gathered a group of brave fishermen and together, they fought off the pirates and saved the village.
Again, the people were grateful and celebrated Tom’s bravery. They knew that they could always count on him to defend and protect them.
And so, Tom lived out the rest of his days as the bravest fisherman in the village, always ready to face any danger that came his way.
The end.
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Vocabulary
- Brave (adjective): having or showing courage; not afraid to face danger or difficulty
- Fisherman (noun): a person who catches fish for a living
- Village (noun): a small group of houses in a rural area, usually smaller than a town
- Sea (noun): a large area of salt water that is part of the ocean
- Storm (noun): a violent weather condition with strong winds and usually rain, thunder, lightning, or snow
- Wave (noun): a long, high line of water that moves towards the shore
- Catch (verb): to get or find (something or someone) by trying
- Share (verb): to give or take a portion of (something) with others
- Hero (noun): a person who is admired for their courage, outstanding achievements, or noble qualities
- Pirate (noun): a person who attacks and steals from ships at sea.
Comprehension Questions
Please answer the following questions with your teacher or partner.
The answers are at the bottom of the page!
1. What is the main character’s name?
2. What is the main character’s job?
3. Where does the main character live?
4. What happens during the storm in the story?
5. How does the main character help the village during the storm?
6. How do the people in the village react to the main character’s actions?
7. What happens when pirates come to the village?
8. How does the main character help protect the village from the pirates?
9. How do the people in the village react to the main character’s actions when the pirates come?
10. How does the main character continue to help the people in the village?
Gap Fill Questions
Please fill in the gaps.
The answers are at the bottom of the page!
- The main character is a ________ who catches fish for a living.
- The main character lives in a ________ village by the sea.
- During the storm, the winds are so strong that they ________ over houses and trees.
- The main character catches enough fish to ________ the entire village.
- The people in the village are grateful and throw a ________ in the main character’s honor.
- When pirates come to the village, they try to ________ food and valuables from the villagers.
- The main character gathers a group of brave fishermen and ________ off the pirates.
- The people in the village are grateful and ________ the main character’s bravery.
- The main character always puts the needs of others ________ his own.
- The main character is always ready to ________ and protect the village.
Conversation Questions
With your teacher or partner, please ask and answer these questions:
1. What do you think motivates the main character to be so brave and selfless?
2. Do you think you could be as brave as the main character in a similar situation? Why or why not?
3. What do you think the main character is most proud of in his life?
4. If you could have any job, what would it be and why?
5. Have you ever experienced a storm like the one in the story? How did you handle it?
6. Do you think the main character’s actions during the storm and when the pirates came are heroic? Why or why not?
7. If you could be a hero and save the day, what would you do?
8. How do you think the main character’s actions have affected the village and its people?
9. Do you think the main character has any weaknesses or fears? If so, what do you think they might be?
10. If you could ask the main character any question, what would it be and why?
Answers
Comprehension Question Answers:
- What is the main character’s name? Tom
- What is the main character’s job? Fisherman
- Where does the main character live? In a small village by the sea
- What happens during the storm in the story? The winds are strong and knock over houses and trees.
- How does the main character help the village during the storm? He catches enough fish to feed the entire village.
- How do the people in the village react to the main character’s actions? They are grateful and throw a celebration in his honor.
- What happens when pirates come to the village? They try to steal food and valuables from the villagers.
- How does the main character help protect the village from the pirates? He gathers a group of brave fishermen and fights off the pirates.
- How do the people in the village react to the main character’s actions when the pirates come? They are grateful and celebrate his bravery.
- How does the main character continue to help the people in the village? He always puts their needs before his own and is always ready to defend and protect them.
Gap Fill Question Answers:
- The main character is a fisherman who catches fish for a living.
- The main character lives in a small village by the sea.
- During the storm, the winds are so strong that they knock over houses and trees.
- The main character catches enough fish to feed the entire village.
- The people in the village are grateful and throw a celebration in the main character’s honor.
- When pirates come to the village, they try to steal food and valuables from the villagers.
- The main character gathers a group of brave fishermen and fights off the pirates.
- The people in the village are grateful and celebrate the main character’s bravery.
- The main character always puts the needs of others before his own.
- The main character is always ready to defend and protect the village.
