1-2 Reading 2
Nature is my good friend. P
I do feel good when I walk in the forest. P
I'd like to have a dream house in the countryside. P
It should have a big garden with many flowers and trees. P
I am always excited by the sound of birds. P
It will be wonderful to wake up in the morning and listen to the songs of the birds. P
Also, I'd like to have many pets. P
It will be fun to play with them! P
1-3 Reading 3
Welcome to my dream house! P
Having fun is what I want most, so my dream house is full of exciting things. P
It has a theater in the basement. P
There, I can eat cookies and enjoy my favorite movies. P
My dream house has a game room on the second floor. P
I can play many different kinds of games there. P
My house also has a swimming pool. P
I want to do fun things with my friends in my house. P
You can be my guest! P
1-4 Reading 4
My family is the most important thing to me. P
In my dream house, my family feels safe and comfortable. P
At the gate, you can find a beautifully designed sign with my family's picture on it. P
When you enter the house, you will see a large living room. P
My family sometimes plays board games and sings there. P
It will have a garden with a large picnic table for family picnics. P
There, we will enjoy barbecues. P
Do you like my dream house? P
1-5 Reading 5
I am an early adopter of new technology. P
I do like to use new products and technology before others. P
When I get near my house, the front door recognizes my face and opens automatically. P
The furniture checks the weather conditions and advises me on what to wear. P
The bathroom mirror tells me my weight and the condition of my health. P
A robot cleans the house and cooks for me. P
This is what I can imagine about my dream house. P
2-2 Reading 2
Look at this shirt. I like it. P
It looks nice. How much is it? P
It's 19 dollars and 99 cents. P
That's not expensive. P
Yes, I agree. I want to buy it. P
That'll be 21 dollars and 20 cents. P
Really? But the price tag says it's only 19 dollars and 99 cents. P
Here in America, in most states, people pay a tax when they buy goods. P
It is called a sales tax. P
Sales tax rates differ by state. P
They range from less than one percent to more than ten percent. P
So when you buy goods in America, you usually need to pay more than the price on the tag. P
2-3 Reading 3
We are here for a burger. Enjoy your meal. P
Jessica, why did you wave to Mrs. Johnson? P
In America, people often greet each other by waving. P
Waving to an older person is not regarded as rude. P
When you come to America, you may feel uncomfortable about it at first, but why don't you try it? P
You can wave to and smile at an elderly man walking on the street.He may wave back. P
2-4 Reading 4
minhee, try this apple pie. P
No, thanks. I don't want to. P
Why not? Don't you like apple pie? P
Then, try some. It's delicious. P
I just said I don't like apple pie. P
Americans often ask negative questions, such as "Aren't you coming?"and "Didn't you go to the hospital?" P
It can be difficult to answer negative questions correctly. Here is some advice. P
2-5 Reading 5
In response to negative questions, such as "Don't you like apple pie?"you should answer "No," if you don't like it. P
And you should answer "Yes," if you like it. P
These answers are the same as the answers to positive questions, such as "Do you like apple pie?' P
Which cultural difference is most surprising to you? P
I have been learning about cultural differences since I came to America. P
Some surprised me at first, but now I am getting used to them. P
3-1 Reading 1
Hi, I am Tom. A florist is someone who creates beautiful things with flowers. P
To become a florist, you need to know many things about flowers. P
I attended a high school for florists and gardeners. P
It was at this school that I learned how to grow and care for different types of flowers. P
These days, florists can do a lot of different things. P
I design movie sets sometimes and I decorate shops with flowers. P
I am happy when I create something colorful with fresh flowers and greenery. P
If you like plants and the arts, I highly recommend you become a florist. P
3-2 Reading 2
I am Emma. I am a sport data analyst. P
It sounds like a difficult job, doesn't it? In fact, it is a lot of fun. P
I work for a baseball team. P
My job is to watch recorded games and run a computer program to collect data. P
Then, I analyze the data to show my team's strengths and weaknesses. P
If the team understands their strengths and weaknesses, they can do better next time. P
Since I was young, I have been a big fan of baseball. P
Now, in my work, I watch baseball games all the time. P
This is a perfect job for me because watching baseball games is my hobby! P
3-3 Reading 3
Hi, I am Chris. As a director of a musical theater, I do a lot of things. P
I audition the actors and I look for good, strong voices. P
After selecting the cast, I teach them the songs for each scene. P
Then, I put the cast and orchestra together for practice. P
During the performance, I am in the orchestra area and conduct. P
It's my responsibility to have each song played the same way every time. P
I direct the musicians and the singers to keep the show together. P
Conducting and directing is not just about waving my arms around! P
3-4 Reading 4
My name is Yeji. I am an ocean scientist. P
Ocean science is a big field. P
It includes studies of the oceans and the creatures living in them. P
Among other things, I have studied many kinds of fish living in the seas near Korea. P
It is the growth ring in a fish that interests me. P
By looking at it, I can find out when and where the fish was born. P
All the information I get from fish is used to understand sea resources and manage the oceans better. P
My job is important because it makes the best use of nature possible. P
4-2 Reading 2
Students, please check items on the list that are true for you. P
Are you addicted to your smartphone? P
Without my smartphone, I feel uncomfortable. P
I take my smartphone into the bathroom. P
It is more enjoyable to spend time on my smartphone than with friends. P
I often check SNS postings while studying. P
I try to reduce the time I spend on my smartphone, but I fail. P
I check my smartphone right after I hear the sound of an alert. P
I have my smartphone next to me while I'm eating. P
4-3 Reading 3
What is your score? Did you check more than half? P
If so, you may have a problem with smartphone addiction. P
Smartphone addiction causes you to spend too much time on your smartphone. P
Also, you cannot focus on your studies and may have a pain in your neck. P
Then now is the time for you to start digital detox. P
Digital detox means staying away from digital devices, such as smartphones and computers, for a while. P
Digital detox will help you a lot. P
You can enjoy freedom from the noisy digital world. P
You can focus more on your work. P
Sometimes you can feel refreshed and have new, creative ideas. P
Digital detox will also help you spend more time with others. P
4-4 Reading 4
Living without a smartphone, however, is not easy. P
So, it is necessary for you to set some rules for using your smartphone. P
You then need to follow the rules. P
Now, please form groups and, in your group, create rules for using your smartphone. P
We will turn off our smartphones while studying. P
We will not take our smartphones into the bathroom. P
We will keep our smartphones out of the bedroom and not use them at night. P
4-5 Reading 5
More Time for Outside Activities - We will spend more time playing outside without our smartphones. P
Fewer SNS Messages, We will post fewer SNS messages on our smartphones. P
If I were you, I would reduce my time on my smartphone by half. P
If I were you, I would turn off all alerts. P
You did a good job, students! If we had no smartphones, our lives would be more difficult, P
but too much use of a smartphone is dangerous. P
With digital detox, you can become a wise smartphone user. P
5-2 Reading 2
Kim Koo is a great national hero who spent most of his life fighting for the independence of Korea from Japanese rule. P
In the 1900s, he helped educate young people by building schools. P
In 1919, when the independence movement had spread throughout the country, he moved to Shanghai, China. P
There he joined the Government of the Republic of Korea and later became its president. P
5-3 Reading 3
The exhibition hall in the museum shows a lot of things about Kim Koo's life. P
While looking around the hall, we stopped at a photo of the Korean Patriotic Organization's members. P
Kim Koo formed the secret organization in 1931 to fight against Japan. P
Lee Bong chang and Yun Bonggil belonged to the group. P
At one place in the hall, we saw two watches under a photo of Kim Koo and Yun Bonggil. P
In 1932, Kim Koo made a plan to kill Japanese generals in a park in Shanghai. P
As the leader of the Korean Patriotic Organization, he directed Yun to carry out the mission. P
5-4 Reading 4
When Yun left for the mission, he told Kim, P
“Sir, you are wearing a very old watch. P
Mine is new, but I won't need it anymore. P
Please take my watch, and let me have yours.” P
Kim Koo always carried Yun's watch in his jacket so that he would not forget Yun's sacrifice. P
After completing the tour of the museum, we moved to the tombs of the three heroes, Lee Bongchang, Yun Bonggil, and Baek Jeonggi. P
Their bodies had been in Japan, but after Korea's independence Kim Koo brought them to Hyochang Park. P
By doing so, he showed his deep love and respect for the sacrifice of the three heroes. P
5-5 Reading 5
As I left Hyochang Park, I thought about Kim Koo's words in My Wish that I had read in the exhibition hall. P
It was written in Baekbeomilji. P
If God asks me what my wish is, I would say clearly, “It is Korea's Independence.” P
If he asks me what my second wish is, I would say, “It is the independence of my country.” P
If he asks me what my third wish is, I would say loudly, P
“It is the complete independence of my country.” That is my answer. P
6-1 Reading 1
New Zealand is a place of natural beauty. P
It has many beautiful lakes and waterfalls. P
New Zealand has two main islands, the South Island and the North Island. P
In the South Island, there are mountains that are covered with snow all year round. P
You will be amazed by the fantastic views. P
6-2 Reading 2
In the North Island, there are many hot springs, lakes, and areas with green grass. P
Because of its natural beauty, many famous movies have been made in New Zealand. P
If you visit New Zealand, you will surely appreciate its nature. P
When you hear the word kiwi, what comes to your mind? P
Maybe a fruit, but, in New Zealand the word kiwi has a couple of meanings. P
First, kiwi is the name of a delicious, green fruit. P
A lot of kiwi fruit is grown there, so New Zealand is known as the land of kiwi fruit. P
6-3 Reading 3
Kiwi is also the name of one of New Zealand's native birds. P
The kiwi is special to New Zealanders because it is the symbol of the nation. P
Also, kiwi is a nickname for people from New Zealand. P
Today, New Zealanders are sometimes called Kiwis throughout the world. P
Now, you know that kiwi is the name of a fruit, a bird, and also a people. P
Next time, don't become confused when someone uses the word kiwi, which has several meanings. P
6-4 Reading 4
Now, let's talk about the Maori. P
They are the native people of New Zealand. P
They went to live on the islands long before Europeans arrived. P
The Maori culture is an important part of today's New Zealand society. P
The Maori language is taught at some schools and there are Maori language radio and TV stations. P
There are Maori villages in many parts of the country. P
You can visit Maori villages and experience Maori culture. P
If you say "kia ora" to the villagers, they will be glad to hear it. P
It means "hi" in English. P
6-5 Reading 5
Have you ever watched the haka? The haka may look scary because haka dancers shout and move their bodies wildly. P
The Maori people, who you've already heard about, started doing the haka as a war dance. P
Today, however, New Zealanders do the haka at sport matches, weddings, or other important events. P
For example, New Zealand's national rugby team members do the haka before every match. P
It is famous all over the world. P
If you see the haka, you will probably agree that the rival team must be scared. P
Like the kiwi bird, the haka is a national symbol. P
7-1 Reading 1
Because we are human, we all make mistakes. P
It is not easy to get along with everyone all the time. P
Sometimes we hurt people's feelings without intending to. P
Sometimes, we do something wrong and regret it later. P
When that happens, what should we do? We should apologize. P
Read the following case studies and learn three things about a proper apology. P
7-2 Reading 2
When June tripped over a backpack and fell, Mike found it funny and laughed. P
He took a picture and uploaded it on an SNS. P
June saw the picture and became angry. P
Mike said, with a laugh, "Sorry, June!" and deleted it. P
After that, June felt even more hurt because of Mike's casual apology. P
June didn't like how Mike had acted. P
Mike seemed to think it was nothing serious. P
What did you learn from this case? Yes. P
You guessed right. P
You should be sincere when you apologize. P
Apologizing is necessary to build good friendships. P
Saying you're sorry is more than just words. P
You need to show that you respect the other person and care about his or her feelings. P
If you truly want to make things right, be sincere in your apology. P
The more sincere your apology is, the better it will be received. P
7-3 Reading 3
Here is another case. P
While Kate was hurrying across the cafeteria, she accidentally bumped into Hojun. P
Some food on Hojun's tray fell on his jacket. P
Kate didn't apologize. P
Hojun felt bad. He thought, ‘Why doesn't she say something? P
It would be nothing if she apologized right now. P
This case shows that when an apology is necessary, you should apologize at once. P
A quick apology shows that you are thoughtful and take responsibility for your action. P
All you need to do is to say, “I'm sorry.” P
Then, the hurt friend will think nothing of it and laugh it off. P
7-4 Reading 4
Finally, apologies are necessary among family members and loved ones, too. P
One day, Sunmin borrowed her sister's favorite book. P
Later, she lost it. P
Sunmin didn't apologize because she thought it was not important. P
She thought, ‘We're sisters, after all. P
’ Sunmin's sister disliked how Sunmin had treated her. P
How could her own sister ignore her feelings? P
This was not the first time Sunmin hadn't apologized to her little sister. P
7-5 Reading 5
People need to apologize when they do something wrong. P
This includes family members and the people who are close to you. P
People get hurt more easily when the hurt comes from a family member or a friend. P
We may think that they will let it go because they are close to us. P
Remember, however, that small mistakes and no apology add up to big emotional wounds. P
This is especially true among family members and loved ones. P
Have you ever heard of the saying, “No more apologies, no more chances”? P
People make mistakes, but don't let one mistake break a beautiful relationship. P
Do you want to apologize to someone? Try to do it now. P
A quick and sincere “I’m sorry” can solve many problems. P
8-2 Reading 2
Pop is short for popular. P
So pop art means popular art, or art for people. P
It began in the 1950s in America. P
Pop artists at that time wanted to create something fun and easy. P
Instead of difficult traditional art works, they turned their eyes to popular culture. P
They used images from TV, comic books, magazines, and advertising. P
When people saw familiar images in art exhibitions, they found them refreshing. P
Since then, pop art has become truly popular. P
People thought that art was too difficult to understand. P
By using daily images and bright colors, pop artists changed that thought. P
8-3 Reading 3
Using common images, pop art looks plain. P
In other words, it doesn't look artistic. P
But it is still worth paying attention to. P
Although it looks plain, it is filled with meaning. P
Let's learn about some famous pop artists. P
They became famous for their special artistic ability. P
They were able to change common objects into amazing art. P
Andy Warhol is called the King of Pop Art. P
He found his subjects in magazines and stores. P
One of his famous works is made up of pictures of Marilyn Monroe, the American actor. P
Another work shows cans of soup. P
He made many copies of these works. P
Why did he make copies of his works? P
He wanted to show that art is something you see every day. P
8-4 Reading 4
Claes Oldenburg is another pop artist who made art fun. P
He made sculptures of everyday items, such as a hamburger, cookies, and a brush. P
In the beginning, he created soft sculptures. P
They were made of plastic, paper, and other soft materials. P
For example, he used cloth to make toilets. P
Later, he made huge sculptures of daily items, such as an ice cream cone. P
Wanting everyone to enjoy his art, he set up his works in outdoor places. P
He also ran a store inside his studio to sell his works. P
For him, artistic works were fun goods for people. P
8-5 Reading 5
Roy Lichtenstein used cartoons in his works. P
They were large and painted in lively colors. P
He even included speech balloons in his paintings. P
Back then, cartoons were not regarded as an art form. P
However, Roy Lichtenstein thought differently. P
He asked himself, 'Why are they not?' P
Then Roy Lichtenstein broke down the wall between high art and popular culture by adding cartoons to art. P
Pop artists believed art should be easy. P
Anyone can create and enjoy art. P
How about creating a work of pop art today? P
By using daily images in a creative way, you can make a work of art for everyone. P
This is the most important lesson from pop art. P
9-2 Reading 2
A Robotic Hand from a Helpful Mind. P
One day, when I was fourteen, I came across a little girl at a science fair. P
She had a robotic hand that could only open and close. P
I was surprised that the hand had cost her 80,000 dollars! P
‘I wish she had a better robotic hand,’ I thought to myself. P
With that, I started to make a much cheaper and better robotic hand. P
After many failures, finally, by using 3D printing technology, I was able to make a useful robotic hand for the price of only 300 dollars. P
I decided to share the designs and software for my 3D robotic hand with others for free. P
Maybe someone can take what I have done and do something useful with it. P
No one person can change the world, but we can build a better world by working together. P
9-3 Reading 3
Headbands for Girls' Education. P
'Why can't many girls in Africa go to school as I can? I wish they could go to school, too.' P
I had this thought when I was twelve. P
I realized that their families couldn't afford it. P
I wondered if I could do something for those girls. P
Then I had an idea. P
For my birthday, I asked my parents to buy me a sewing machine. P
They bought me one, and I learned how to make headbands for myself. P
I created ten headbands and sold them at my school. P
Soon, I raised enough money to send one girl in Africa to school. P
I couldn't stop there. P
9-4 Reading 4
I started a business to help girls in Africa who couldn't go to school. P
Thanks to the success of my business, I can pay the school fees for many poor girls in countries like Kenya and Uganda to go to school. P
I also pay for their textbooks, uniforms, and pencils. P
Isn't it amazing? My advice to you is to just do something. P
When you see a need, act. P
Start small, taking little steps. P
Your warm heart can change lives. P
9-5 Reading 5
Useless Corn Cobs as Useful Water Filters. P
As a young girl living in the countryside in India, I often found that the water around us was seriously polluted. P
I wondered how I could solve this problem. P
Then I hit on the idea to use corn cobs. P
Useless corn cobs were everywhere in my village. P
I thought that the small holes in the corn cobs could filter dirty matter out of the polluted water. P
One day, I picked up some dried cobs along the road, washed them, and placed them in a bowl of dirty water. P
After a while, I checked the water, and it looked much clearer. P
Then, using corn cobs that I had collected from farmers, I built a filtering system. P
My system removed 70 to 80 percent of the dirty matter from the water. P
I hope my filtering system can clean up all the lakes not only in my village but also in other areas. P