2012年12月28日金曜日
Scripts: Stories of Giants
But, one year, Jon's father felt too old for the trip. "You'll have to go alone." he said to Jon. "Just remember one thing," he warned. "Don't stop at the big, black rock that's where the trolls live."This book is series one of Usborne Young Reading series. It is chapter 2. Jon who is a poor farmer lived with his son. Jon went to the sea, by the way he met a troll at a cave. Then she gave him magic fishing hooks. He started fishing by it and his boat was full of fish. He gave the fish the troll so he got piles of treasure and gold for her.
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2012年12月27日木曜日
Scripts: Photo Finish
"A man is standing by the photo booth. He is young and handsome. The man sees Lisa. He smiles at her. He has a nice smile. He is holding some photos."
This book is in the Macmillan Readers series. It is a starter level in the story. Lisa took a certificate for passports but she forgot it in photo booth. Then she looked at some pictures that left a part of a crime. She told the story to the police and the murderer came back to photo booth when she came back to there, too. So the man was arrested. (100 / 11,541 words)
2012年12月24日月曜日
Scripts: Drive into Danger
"Quickly Andy opens his door and jumps out of the truck. He runs to the white car."This book is in the Oxford Bookworms Starters series. Kim and Andy who asked to drive a delivery truck fall into a dangerous. They were followed a man in green shirt because their truck was potted a drug. He would attack them but they run away. And the man were arrested by police.
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A year-end party
On Saturday, 23th, I had a year-end party with my friends of my class. I went to Eiko's house with Misaki and Ayumi at 3 p.m. We stooped by at convenience store on the way and bought some instant noodles and confectioneries. We arrived at her house and played the TV game while we was eating those. It's a "64". The game was popular in the old days. We played the game of a Smash Brothers and Mario Party. I looked back on it with nostalgia because I played the game when I was young child with my two brothers. We enjoyed it until forget the time.
Then we got into a bus and went to Shimo street. We joined Kanoko and went to a karaoke lounge together. We sang many song and danced so our room grew livelier. I laugh loudly so much. Everyone sing a song well. After three hours, we left there and we took a purikura. At about p.m.10, we broke up and came back each other homes. I was so fun. I always smiles because I spend with them. I had a good memory. I want have a New Year's party next year!! (210 / 11,361 words)
2012年12月18日火曜日
A year-end party
On December, 14th, I had a year-end party with Hajime Gumi in Hanabatakouminkan. There were sixteen peoples in all. Mr. Hajime is kind man who give me to take care so much. Moreover, he reached his forty-first year about two weeks ago. So we thought that would like to celebrate his birthday, too. I went to Shimo street with my senior, Chika and Aya before starting the party. Also Miss Chie's twenty-two birthday was next day. We bought a big cake for them. We had a nice surprise in the party. And a year-end party started. We had a lot of dishes and liquor. These were so delicious. Suddenly the room went black, and the big cake lighted a candle appeared front of us. Then we sang a birthday song together. Mr. Hajime and Miss Chie seemed to so happy with our nice surprise. I was so happy, too.
After that, we went a karaoke lounge and continue our party. We sang many song and danced. As I drank, I got more and more excited. We took a lot of pictures.And we went to my senior, Kento's house and continue to drink a liquor. Else people was fall asleep when I noticed. But they enjoyed the night. At last we broke up at 4 a.m. I went back to Anna's home with Aya. And we went to bed at last.
I had a good time. I could make nice memory so I am so happy. I want to have the party with them someday!!! (270 / 11,151 words)
2012年12月17日月曜日
Scripts: Mirror Island
“Biff wanted to do some mirror writing but Chip had run out of paper.”This book is in the Oxford Learding Tree series. It is a stage 6 book. The magic key took three children to an island and they found a map of treasure but couldn’t understand the words of the map. So they solved the place of treasure by using Chip’s mirror.
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A year-end party
I had a year-end party of HajimeGukmi on Friday. I went to Shimo street with my senior, Aya and Chika. We bought a big cake before the party start, because Mr. Hajime and his friend, Kuni were birthday. And next day is Chie's twenty-two birthday. We would bless their birthday together. We began to the party at 7 p.m. The dishes were very delicious and we drank a lot of liquor of blessing. The party ended up, and we went to a karaoke lounge, Karaokekan. We sang many song. I was so fun. (96 / 10,815 words)
2012年12月14日金曜日
Scripts: The Chalk Circle
This time, I'd like to talk about a book called The Chalk Circle. The one I read the book in the Thomson learning Australia series. A girl who lost Mp3 player looked for it. Then she saw Zoe who is holding it. Officer Day drew a big circle around them and they listened to music together. (57 / 10,719 words)
My favorite family
I like my family. I have a mother and two brothers. I lost my father when I was eleven years old. I was very sad and disappointed. He was so cool and smart. I loved him. My mother is fifty years old. She always is vigorous. And she is always kind to me. She works so hard every day for us. I thank very much to bring us up all by her. So she is loved by us. I often telephone her when conversation. I'm so happy. I like my two brothers, too. One is twenty-four years old, and the other is twenty-two years old. Both of the brothers are so kind to me. My eldest son is brazen but he is the main support of the family. My second son is gentle character and an honest person. They have played baseball in their school days. I'm so happy and love them so much. (154 / 10,662 words)
My favorite time
My favorite time is bathing time, because it is time which I can relax more than anything else. I often am tired because I study hard and have a part- time job. However, my hair is long so I’m tired of washing my hair. It's really gotten cold recently, so it is worry for me to wash my body. But, the bathtub is so hot. I feel very good at the time when the time is longer. I take a bath for an hour. I fall asleep on occasion, too. And I like to go to a hot spring. When I stayed at my home, I often go to a hot spring with my friend. But I live in a dormitory and there is a modular bath, so I can't take a bath. I always finish by a shower. I want big bath room someday. The time is precious for me. (151 / 10,508 words)
My favorite person
My favorite person is my best friends. There are a lot of friends in my class. I always spend particularly the lesson and a recess time with my best friends, Eiko, Kanoko, Ayumi and Misaki. We get along well very much so they are fun to be with. I find great pleasure in chatting with them. And they are so pretty and smart. They are careful about their appearance, too. So, I became be careful about my appearance and fashion. We often go out to play together. The last time, we took a drive to Aso in Eiko's car. Then, it was very cold and it is a light rain. I was so sad, but I was a pleasure to drive with them. I had a good time. We are going to hold a year-end party next time. I want to make much of them because I like them so much.(151 / 10,357 words)
2012年12月10日月曜日
Illumination of Saisyunkan
Thursday, I went to Saisyunkan with my senior, Aya. We left this University to there at evening. I was buoyant and cheerful in her car. Before we arrive there, we ate a Nikuman and drank a cone portage because it was a very cold. I became warmer. Then, I arrived at Saisyunkan for the first time. The illumination was so beautiful so I was very happy. I took a lot of picture. I seemed she was so happy, too. There were a lot of lights shaped like a whale and fairy. There were so pretty. I want to go there next year, too. (107 / 10,206 words)
2012年12月7日金曜日
BR 2-34: Stories of Giants
But, one year, Jon's father felt too old for the trip. "You'll have to go alone," he said to Jon. "Just remember one thing," he warned. "Don't stop at the big, black rock. that's where the trolls live."Today, I read the book "Jon and the green troll" of "Stories of Giants." The story is chapter 2 and it is series one of Usborne Young Reading series. Once, there was a poor farmer who lived with his only son, Jon by the mountains in Scotland. Jon went down to the sea, to fish. By the way he sat down outside a cave because a storm blew up and it was thundering. Suddenly, a troll appeared in front of him and picked him up. Then she gave him magic fishing hooks. He found Charlie in an old hut by the beach and started to fish together. Their boat was full of fish. He gave the fish the troll. When he visited the cave, he got piles of treasure and gold for her. They were so rich, they never had to work again.
Rawson, Christopher. (2003) Stories of Giants.
London, UK; Usborne Young Reading. (191/ 10,099 words)
Usborne Publishing Ltd
発売日：2003-01-31
BR 2-33: The Chalk Circle
Officer Day made a big chalk circle on the ground. "Now, stand in the circle," she told the girls. "hold one earphone each." Amy and Zoe did as they were told.Today, I read the book "The Chalk Circle." The book is Thomson Learning Australia series. It is a level 11 in the story. Amy is a girl who like to listen to music on her Mp3 player. She got it for her birthday. But, she has lost it. Then, she saw Zoe showing some girls an Mp3 player. So, Officer Day made a big chalk circle on the ground. They could listen to music each other in the circle. But, Amy ran away from the circle and she would carry away it. Then, the Officer Day paid attention. Amy thanked Officer Day and would always remember the power of the chalk circle.
Brasch, Nicolas. (2008) The chalk circle.
Nelson; Thomson Learning Australia. (151 / 9,908 words)
2012年12月5日水曜日
My favorite artist
My favorite artist is EXILE. EXILE is Japanese singer group. The group consists of two vocalists and twenty dancers. Their song is so good and their performance is very cool. I like especially one vocalist of them. His name is ATSUSHI. He sings by himself, too. His voice is very beautiful. I'm always impressed with his song when I listen to music of EXILEE. The words of their song are so good, so I can sympathize with it. Then, I often go to their live concert every year. Their live concert is very powerful and so fun. Their live is popular among Japanese young people, so there is a lot of their fan at concert hall. They are active in TV show. Also they contribute to revive of earthquake disaster in Tohoku. They encourage a victim by their song. So, I think that they are a group I respect so much. (151/ 9,757 words)
2012年12月3日月曜日
Scripts: Pollution
This time, I'd like to talk about a book called Pollution. The one I read the book in the factfiles subseries of oxford Bookworms. The pollution is a big problem in the world. This story is about environmental pollution of many places. The language in general is fairly simple. (50 / 9,606 words)
Scripts: New Tricks
This week/time, I'd like to talk about a book called New Tricks. The one I read was in the Thomson Learning Australia series. A apprentice magician, Mick tried a new trick that a show of cutting his master's body in half. He forgot the trick because he was so nervous. So she tricked for him but she missed that forget to swap the shoes, and the audience laughed. (69 / 9,556 words)
My part-time job
Yesterday, I had a part-time job at half a day. I went to Shimotoori street at this morning. Then I distributed handbills there. I had been it at twice but almost peoples didn't get the handbills of glasses shops. I was very sad and I was so cool. But the time passed, I became skilled in it. I became to be broken my mind, but I kept distribute handbills at my smile. And I finished distribute at about 648 of paper. I was very happy. After that, I went to where I work. Yesterday was so hard. But I leave a full a all day. (106 / 9,487 words)
2012年11月28日水曜日
My favorite foods
My favorite foods is Sushi, Sushi is Japanese food. I often go to a revolving sushi bar recently. There are a lot of store in the revolving sushi bar in Kumamoto. I like especially "Sushiro", because there are many kind of sushi in there and their sushis are so delicious. Moreover, we can eat that at reasonable price. Almost all the sushis are hundred yen, considering there are valuable foods. So, I'm so happy. And I like an "aburi ebimayo" so much. It is very good. Also, I like an "aburi salmon", too. I become to be full in about five plates. So, I'm over cheaply. And, when we make an order, we can make an order by a touchpad. So, it is very simple and so quickly. Finally, I want to go high-quality sushi bar which don't revolve sometime. (144 / 9,381words)
2012年11月27日火曜日
BR 2-32: New Tricks
"Oh no!" said Mick, looking up at Natalie. "You're so good at remembering, Natalie, but after all that, you forgot to swap the shoes!"New Tricks is a book Thomson Learning Australia series. It is a level 6 in the story. The story that Natalie and her new assistant, Mick tried a new trick but the trick made a blunder. He is going to try a new trick that make a show of half her body. But Mick forgot everything because he was nervous. Suddenly, She pushed Mick into the box, slammed the lid down and started to saw. Then the audience laughed harder. "Oh no!" said Mick because they forgot to swap the shoes.
Reilly, Courtney. (2008) New Trick.
Nelson; Thomson Learning Australia. (122 / 9,237 words)
BR 2-31: Drive into Danger
The two men run up to the truck and stand by Kim's door. 'Give me the parcel,' says the man in the black suit very quietly. 'Run, Andy!' says Kim. Quickly Andy opens his door and jumps out of the truck. He runs to the white car. The man in the green shirt follows him, but he is too fat and slow. Andy gets into the car and drives away.Drive into Danger is book Oxford Bookworms Starters series. The story that Kim and Andy who were asked to drive a delivery truck fall into a dangerous. Kim and Andy were asked to send some wine to the wine shop by a truck. But, on the away, they discovered many drug in a box. And they were aware of the approaching danger that some was following them. Andy throws the parcel of drugs into a rubbish dump. Then a man in green shirt and a man having a gun attacked them. They run away one way or another. And the two men were arrested by police. Finally, they could send some wine. This is a very dreadful story but it is a very interesting story, too.
Border, Rosemary. (2000) Drive into Danger.
Oxford: Oxford Bookworms Starters. (206 / 9,115 words)
Oxford University Press
発売日：2000-08-31
BR 2-30: Joseph and his Amazing coat
The brothers put blood on Joseph's coat. They took it home. "Father," they said. "this is Joseph's coat." Jacob thought Joseph was dead.Joseph and his Amazing coat is a book Usborne Bible Tales series. There is Joseph who has eleven brothers in Cannaan long ago. His father, Lacob gave him a wonderful coat so his brothers were very jealous and hated him. They sold him as a slave. And Potiphar bought him. The king had a strange dream but Joseph can understand mean of the dream. Joseph was put in charge of harvests. Then the seven bad, hungry years came. Jacob sent his sons to buy food but they don't know who he is. Joseph took the brother and said that "go home, but you must leave your brother." But the brothers said "Let Benjamin go home or it will break our father's heart." Joseph saw his brothers had changed and he asked "Send for our father and we will all live well in Egypt."
Amery, Heather. (2003) Joseph and his Amazing coat.
London, UK; Usborne Bible Tales. (178 / 8,909 words)
Usborne Publishing Ltd
発売日：2003-02-28
2012年11月26日月曜日
BR 2-29: Pollution
Every day the Earth's air, sea, and land become more and more polluted, and the effect of danger to our health, and even the danger to our lives, is increasing. This book looks at the problems and some of the things we can do to solve them. Read it before it is too late!
Pollution is a book in the Factfiles subseries of Oxford Bookworms. As you may know, Factiles is a nonfiction subseries. Many of the books are about places, and some about environmental pollution problems. Many of the books about places are about countries, but this one is about some problems of pollution. Like many of the books, Pollution has ten chapters: In the beginning, Pollution the air—coal, Polluting the air—oil, Acid rain, Water and chemicals, Recycling, Accidental or deliberate?, Radioactivity,Oil in the sea, Changes in the weather. Each chapter consists of two facing pages, with the exception of Chapter 1, which is an introductory chapter of only one page. The first chapters(In the beginning) consists of only one page each. The every page have a nice photos. The book ends with two pages of exercises and a glossary.
The language in general is fairly simple, but the impression is that it's noticeably more challenging than Stage 1 books. Most of the vocabulary is fairly simple, but there are many proper nouns. This is unavoidable in book introducing a place, but may give an impression of difficulty to some students. Picking page 4 at random, the numbers of words in each sentence are as follows: 17, 17, 10, 16, 11, 4, 21, 22, 6, 14, 18. These figures give a mean of 14.8. One noticeable difference from Stage 1 book is the absence of very short sentences of very short sentences of fewer than 10 words, which may slow down reading speed a little.
The chapter that appealed to me the most was Chapter 3: Polluting the air—oil. The pollution the air is oil by car, according to the book, "All burning produces smoke and gases; but burning petrol also produces a heavy grey metal called lead." (348 / 8,731 words)
A part-time job
I had a part-time job at for three days. I work at a dining bar nearly at this University. It has not start open until. We had a reception. We invited friendly guests. At first day, I was so nervous but I was very fun. I didn't know how to make a liquor. But at second days, I became skilled in reception and I could make a soft drink and a liquor. Also, I could make a good friend at everyone. I was very happy. At last day, I worked hard very well. We will start open this store so I take pleasure so much. I want to came to there at many people. (117 / 8,383 words)
2012年11月21日水曜日
My favorite pets
My favorite pet is three dogs and a cat. I have them for a pet at my parent's home. Two dogs are a mongrel, the other is miniature Dachshund. The names of the two dogs are "Choco" and "Ghana." They live at a garden. So, I think that they are cruel in this cold season because it is very cold in winter. But they are become a watchdog on occasion. When s stranger came home, they bark. I rely entirely on them. Also, other dog's name is "Tyrol." Tyrol is a small boy. He is very cute and cheerful. He has a brown fur. But he has a bad point. It is to go tinkle with a person. When I always came back my home, he go tinkle with me because he is excited. So, I often scolded him. Finally, a cat's name is "Poo." The cat is friendly girl. She always freely takes a walk in the day time. (160 / 8,266 words)
BR 2-28: London
Oxford Bookworms Factfiles is a sub-series in the Oxford Bookworms series. It is a devoted to nonfiction, and most of the books are about countries of famous cities or famous tourist spots.
The book I read today is London. Generally, the book is quite easy to read. There are few embedded clauses, and sentences are simple in structure length as about 10 words.
There are some much longer sentences, but most of those are lists or have easy-to-understand clauses such as "because" clauses. The vocabulary is quite simple, with few unknown words that learners will need to look up in the dictionary. But the books do have quite a lot of information and the number of words is fairly large. Thus, these books are recommended for learners who are aiming to progress beyond very short and simple books such Usborne First Reading or Oxford Reading Tree.
The book consists of nine chapters: This is London!, In the beginning, Visiting the city, Some places to go, Westminster, Shops and eating, Going out, Museums and galleries, and Places and parades.
Chapter 7, Going out, describes the theaters, music and sport of London. London's West End has some of the best theatres in the world. And you can wonderful music and singing from all over the world at the Royal Opera House. You can listen to jazz musicians, Ronnie Scott's Club, too. Some of the most famous English football clubs are in there.
Overall, the book was very interesting and useful for me. My knowledge of London was very limited, and the book gave me of useful information and made me want to visit London myself. As mentioned above, this book and other books in the Factfles sub-series maybe a useful next step for learners who have read mainly very simple books.
Escott, John. (1995) London.
London, UK: Oxford Bookworms Factfiles. (333 / 8,106 words)
The book I read today is London. Generally, the book is quite easy to read. There are few embedded clauses, and sentences are simple in structure length as about 10 words.
There are some much longer sentences, but most of those are lists or have easy-to-understand clauses such as "because" clauses. The vocabulary is quite simple, with few unknown words that learners will need to look up in the dictionary. But the books do have quite a lot of information and the number of words is fairly large. Thus, these books are recommended for learners who are aiming to progress beyond very short and simple books such Usborne First Reading or Oxford Reading Tree.
The book consists of nine chapters: This is London!, In the beginning, Visiting the city, Some places to go, Westminster, Shops and eating, Going out, Museums and galleries, and Places and parades.
Chapter 7, Going out, describes the theaters, music and sport of London. London's West End has some of the best theatres in the world. And you can wonderful music and singing from all over the world at the Royal Opera House. You can listen to jazz musicians, Ronnie Scott's Club, too. Some of the most famous English football clubs are in there.
Overall, the book was very interesting and useful for me. My knowledge of London was very limited, and the book gave me of useful information and made me want to visit London myself. As mentioned above, this book and other books in the Factfles sub-series maybe a useful next step for learners who have read mainly very simple books.
Escott, John. (1995) London.
London, UK: Oxford Bookworms Factfiles. (333 / 8,106 words)
Oxford University Press
発売日：1996-07-25
BR 2-27: Scotland
Oxford Bookworms Factfiles is a sub-series in the Oxford Bookworms series. It is a devoted to nonfiction, and most of the books are about countries of famous cities or beautiful islands and mountains.
The book I read today is Scotland. Generally, the book is quite easy to read. There are few embedded clauses, and sentences are simple in structure length as about 10 words.
There are some much longer sentences, but most of those are lists or have easy-to-understand clauses such as "because" clauses. The vocabulary is quite simple, with few unknown words that learners will need to look up in the dictionary. But the books do have quite a lot of information and the number of words is fairly large. Thus, these books are recommended for learners who are aiming to progress beyond very short and simple books such Usborne First Reading or Oxford Reading Tree.
The book consists of ten chapters: This is Scotland, Scotland today, Scotland's past, Edinburgh, Glasgow, The Highlands, The Islands, Traditional Scotland, Eating and drinking, and Scotland tomorrow.
Chapter 7, The Islands, describes the island of Scotland. Scotland has hundreds of islands. You need to take the ferry to go to the islands. And you can see sea animals: otters, seals and seabirds. Today, Iona is an important Christian centre again and half a million people come here every year. Skye is the most famous and the most beautiful of the islands of Scotland. It is easier to go to there now because there is a bridge to the island from Kyle of Lochalsh. And, Scotland has many beautiful islands also other. This is a special place. (P.12)
Overall, the book was very interesting and useful for me. My knowledge of Scotland was very limited, and the book gave me of useful information and made me want to visit Scotland myself. As mentioned above, this book and other books in the Factfles sub-series maybe a useful next step for learners who have read mainly very simple books.
Finders, Steve. (1998) Scotland.
London,UK: Oxford Bookworms Factfiles. (365 / 7,773 words)
The book I read today is Scotland. Generally, the book is quite easy to read. There are few embedded clauses, and sentences are simple in structure length as about 10 words.
There are some much longer sentences, but most of those are lists or have easy-to-understand clauses such as "because" clauses. The vocabulary is quite simple, with few unknown words that learners will need to look up in the dictionary. But the books do have quite a lot of information and the number of words is fairly large. Thus, these books are recommended for learners who are aiming to progress beyond very short and simple books such Usborne First Reading or Oxford Reading Tree.
The book consists of ten chapters: This is Scotland, Scotland today, Scotland's past, Edinburgh, Glasgow, The Highlands, The Islands, Traditional Scotland, Eating and drinking, and Scotland tomorrow.
Chapter 7, The Islands, describes the island of Scotland. Scotland has hundreds of islands. You need to take the ferry to go to the islands. And you can see sea animals: otters, seals and seabirds. Today, Iona is an important Christian centre again and half a million people come here every year. Skye is the most famous and the most beautiful of the islands of Scotland. It is easier to go to there now because there is a bridge to the island from Kyle of Lochalsh. And, Scotland has many beautiful islands also other. This is a special place. (P.12)
Overall, the book was very interesting and useful for me. My knowledge of Scotland was very limited, and the book gave me of useful information and made me want to visit Scotland myself. As mentioned above, this book and other books in the Factfles sub-series maybe a useful next step for learners who have read mainly very simple books.
Finders, Steve. (1998) Scotland.
London,UK: Oxford Bookworms Factfiles. (365 / 7,773 words)
Oxford University Press
発売日：1998-11-05
2012年11月20日火曜日
BR 2-26: Photo Finish
A man is standing by the photo booth. He is young and handsome. Is this the murderer? The man sees Lisa. He smiles at her. He has a nice smile. He is holding some photos. Lisa sees his hands. She sees the snake ring. She sees the bird tattoo!Photo Finish is a book Macmillan Readers series. It is a starter level in the story. Lisa who works Black and Sons went to the Post Office to get her passports with her friends, Alice. Alice works there too. But Lisa forgot her photo so she went to bus station to take a photo in photo booth. Lisa took a photo and took the photo out of the slot. Then there is a man in the picture. The picture left a part of a crime. She told the story to the police. And they had a nice idea. Lisa came back to bus station to take her photo. The police were in there. A man is standing by the photo booth. He is murderer so the caught him. The story was very interested.
Sweetnam, Polly. (2005). Photo Finish.
Manmillan Readers. (188 / 7,408 words)
2012年11月19日月曜日
BR 2-25: California
Oxford Bookworms Factfiles is a sub-series in the Oxford Bookworms series. It is devoted to nonfiction, and most of the books are about countries or famous cities or environmental problems.
The book I read today is California. Generally, the book is quite easy to read. There are few embedded clauses, and sentences are simple in structure length as about 10 words. There are some much longer sentences, but most of those are lists or have easy-to-understand clauses such as "because" clauses. The vocabulary is quite simple, with few unknown words that learners will need to look up in the dictionary. But the books do have quite a lot of information and the number of words is fairly large. Thus, these books are recommended for learners who are aiming to progress beyond very short and simple books such Usborne First Reading or Oxford Reading Tree.
The book consists of nine chapters: The golden state, The gold rush, San francisco, Parks, Highway 1, Los angeles, The desert, San diego, and California.
Chapter 6, Los Angeles, describes the city of California. Los Angeles in one of the world's largest cities. There are nearly nine million people living in the city, and it is more than 10.000 square kilomertes in size. The only way to move around easily is by car. You can stay a month and still not have time to see and do everything. (p.1)
Overall, the book was very interesting and useful for me. My knowledge of Ireland was very limited, and the book gave me of useful information and made me want to visit California myself. As mentioned above, this book and other books in the Factfiles sub-series may be a useful next step for learners who have read mainly very simple books. (291 / 7,220 words)
Maedori
Yesterday, I took a picture before a coming-of-age celebration. I went to a barbershop nearby at noon. There were managed by my cousin. I was put on makeup and made up my hair by her. And I was dressed by my aunt. The long-sleeved kimono's color was black and flower of pink. Moreover, a design of my favorite color, purple was drawn. It was very beautiful so I was very happy. And I went to a studio, I was took a photograph. I was very nervous but I could came out with smile. I could keep a good picture. (100 / 6,929 words)
2012年11月14日水曜日
My favorite place
My favorite place is my hometown, Hitoyoshikuma in Kumamoto. I like there because there are a lot of natural, a mountain, a river and a rice field. So, that air is beautiful and freshness. Also, when it is night, we can see a lot of stars. It is very beautiful. I like to look at the stars. And my hometown is well-known as a hot spring spot. I go to a hot spring with my friends whenever I return to my family home. I like it because I feel very good. We can experience to go downstream and rafting. I have not done it so far but I want to play rafting soon with my friends. Surely it will be fun. Finally, I live in a dormitory so I'm always lonely. I want to return to my family home, and see to my family, my mom and two brothers. (149/ 6,829 words)
2012年11月13日火曜日
BR 2-24: Cats
A mother cat finds a warm, safe place to have her kittens. The kittens are born. One day one, the mother cat licks them clean.
Cats is a book Usborne Begginners series. It is a level 1 in the story. The story is about the habits of cats. Teat- a mother cat has teats on her tummy. Kittens drink milk from them. Feral - half-wild animal. Lots of feral cats live in cities or on farms. Claw - sharp parts on a cat's paws. Claws are an animal's fingernails. Hunt - to find, chase and kill another animal, usually to eat. Pupil - the black part in the middle of an animal's on a person's eyes. Nap - a short sleep. Cats nap often, so sometimes naps are called catnaps. Shedding - losing fur. Cats shed in the summer to keep cool.
Milbourne, Anna. (2007). Cats
London, UK: Usborne. (147/ 6,680 words)
BR 2-23: Peter Pan
Michael thought about chocolate, John thought about holidays and Wendy thought about her mother. It was easy! They began to fly.Peter Pan is a book Penguin Young Reader series. It is a level 3 in the story. Once upon a time, in London, there was a little girl, Wendy. She loved reading stories about Peter Pan to her brother, John and Michael. When she talked about it together, Peter Pan appeared. And they were flying over Neverland. There is too dangerous. Suddenly, Hook came to kill Peter Pan but he fought with Hook. Peter Pan won, and the children came back their home to meet to their mother. They grew up but Peter Pan never grow up. Many years later, he came to London again.
Crook, Marie. (2003). Peter Pan.
Pearson, ELS: Penguin Young Reader. (135 / 6,533 words)
Prentice Hall College Div
発売日：2003-07-10
BR 2-22: Jack and the Beanstalk
The next day Jack opened his eyes and looked outside. What a surprise! In the garden he saw a big green beanstalk. It went up and up and up!Jack and the Beanstalk is a book Penguin Young Reader series. It is a level 3 in the story. Once upon a time there was a little boy called Jack. He got five beans for an old man but his mother threw the beans outside. Then a big green beanstalk went up in the garden. He climbed the beanstalk and went to the castle which a woman and a horrible giant live in. But the giant wanted to eat Jack. Jack went to there any number of times but the giant couldn't find him. And Jack got the bag of gold, the magic hen and the golden harp. So they were rich and lived happily ever after.
Bradshaw, Coralyn. (2000). Jack and the Beanstalk.
Pearson, ESL: Penguin Young Reader. (157 / 6,398 words)
Pearson ESL
発売日：2000-05-06
2012年11月12日月曜日
Scripts: Goldilocks and the Three Bears
This week/time, I'd like to talk about a book called Goldilocks and the Three Bears. I'm sure you've heard of this story before. The one I read was an Usborne First Reading book./ The one I read was in the Usborne First Reading series. Goldilocks was told not to go into the wood but she really wanted to go there, so she set out. She found a strange house and did lots of damage, then fell asleep. When she woke, three bears had entered the house, so she ran away. (90 / 6,241 words)
Aso drive
Yesterday, I went to Aso, Kumamoto by car with my friend, Eiko, Misaki and Ayumi. We left Kumamoto city to there at this morning. Eiko was driver. Her drive was very fearful. We spent about two hours arriving at Kusasenri. On the way, the mountain path were covered dense fog. We had a rest at there but we couldn't see everything. And, we went to beautiful a little tearoom. We had a lunch at there. I ate a rizzoto. It was very delicious. Then, we went to Aso station to eat a soft ice cream. It was famous, because it is very richly. I could make a good memory. (110 / 6,151 words)
2012年11月10日土曜日
My favorite TV show
My favorite TV show is "EXILE soul." It says "EXILE Damashii." in Japanese. A group maned "EXILE" appears on the TV program. I like the group. So I watch the TV at every week. EXILE performs on the program. Their song and dance is very beautiful. Also, their talk is very interesting, too. And I like to watch a comedy program because it gives smile to me. When I watch it, I always laugh very hard. I like especially to watch TV named "Shabekuri 007." Some comedy talents appear on the program and they invite different guest at every time. Then, they talk so funny. Although I often watch the TV by oneself, I laugh loudly. Finally, I like to watch TV of drama. But, I can't watch it successively because I have a part-time job. However, when my favorite actor plays the leading part, I try to watch it. (150 / 6,041words)
2012年11月5日月曜日
BR 2-21: Goldilocks and the Three Bears
Her mother always said, "Don't go into the woods. They're full of bears." That made Goldilocks want to go there even more.Goldilocks and the Three Bears is a book Usborne First Reading series. It is a level 4 in the story. There was a little girl called Goldilocks who has lovely golden hair and is naughty. She liked to do something naughty every day. She was said "Don't go into the woods because there are full of bears." but she wants to go there. She found a pretty little cottage and saw three bowls of porridge on the table at there. She ate it all up because she was so hungry. Next, she tried the chair. When she sit the tiny chair, the chair broke. Then she tried the third bed and she was fast asleep. And three bears came back the house. They noticed that room was ravaged by someone and they were angry. They saw a girl in the bed. She looked at the three bears and ran home as fast as she could go. She thought that she never ever be naughty again!!
Davidson, Susanna. (2007). Goldilocks and the Three Bears.
London, UK: Usborne. (197 / 5,891 words)
Usborne Publishing Ltd
発売日：2007-06-29
BR 2-20: The Enormous Turnip
The farmer was very happy. "Time for bed," he said, yawning. That night, he fell asleep with a smile on his face.The Enormous Turnip is a book Usborne First reading series. It is a level 4 in the story. This story is everyone pulled out a enormous turnip. A farmer tried pick this one but he couldn't it. So, he asked for his wife help his. She hugged the farmer but they couldn't it. And Jack held his mother's skirt but the enormous turnip didn't move. At the next, the dog pulled Jack's shirt and a cat bit the dog's tail. But they couldn't it. Finally, a bird pecked the cat's tail. Everybody tugged and tugged and tugged some more. At last, the turnip popped out of the ground. They ate turnip soup for lunch...for supper...for breakfast...every day for month. "Next year I'm growing carrots," said the farmer.
Daynes, Katie.(2006). The Enormous Turnip.
London, UK: Usborne. (155 / 5,694 words)
Usborne Publishing Ltd
発売日：2006-08-25
Scripts: Maisie and the Dolphin
In the story, Maisie and her father came back a injury dolphin to their hospital and she and he made good friends, but she must parted from him because he made a recovery. When she swam with him at the last, she found Spanish coins and she gave it to her parents. They built a new hospital and lived happily so much. (63 / 5,539 words)
BR 1-19: Maisie and the Dolphin
The next day Maisie and her grandfather take Ben out to sea. At half-past ten Grandad stops the Warm Wind. At the side of the boat Maisie puts one hand on the dolphin's head. "Goodbye," she says. "Please don't forget me." Then she cuts two thick ropes and Ben swims away. "OK?" Grandad asks. For moment Maisie cannot speak. Then she answers, "Yes, OK."
Maisie and the Dolphin is a book Pearson Education Limited. It is a easy starts in the story. Maisie likes swimming. Her parents run a animal hospital. When she and her father went to sea, they saw to a big boat hit a dolphin. So they came back the dolphin to their hospital. The dolphin and she made get along very well. But next day, they came back the dolphin to sea because the dolphin restored. When she swam with the dolphin at the last, she found Spanish gold. She gave it to her parents. They built a new hospital by it. Then she saw Ben jumps out of the sea. It was "Ben." They were so happy.
Rabley, Stephen.(2008). Maisie and the Dolphin.
Penguin Readers. (191/ 5,476 words)
Penguin
発売日：2008-02-21
Love Live
On second, Nobenber, I went to Tokai University with my friend, Iori. We left to there by bicycle. Tokai University is near. We saw three singers live at there. But I didn't know two singers because we went to there to saw one singer. The group's name is "Love." Love is consisted of two women. The two women are Stefanie and Misaki. They were very cute and slender. Their song were very good, and I was impressed so much. Iori seemed enjoy it. They sang four songs. I was very happy and I could make a valuable memory. (98 / 5,285 words)
2012年11月3日土曜日
Nishino Kana Live Tour 2012
My favorite class
My favorite class is English because I'm interested in foreign country. And I like to learn new words of English, too. I'm not good at speaking English with foreigner. Also, I can't understand what they mean. But, I like to come in contact with them. So, I want to understand English and I want to speak English very well. And my favorite class is Chinese, too. Chinese is very difficult. Chinese grammar is the same as English grammar. But, Chinese class is very fun. I want to go to China so I want to understand it. I like listening, especially in English class because we watch DVD in the class now. The DVD is very interesting. And the class's teacher is very kind. I have been never absent. I think that I want to try more than before English lesson hard.(141 / 5,007 words)
2012年10月31日水曜日
BR 2-18: Baba Yaga the flying Witch
Once upon a time, in a far off land, lived a little girl called Tasha. Her mother died when she was very young. But before she died, she gave her daughter a tiny doll.Baba Yaga the flying Witch is a book Usborne First Reading. It is a level 4 in the story. A little girl called Tasha gave a tiny doll for her daughter. His father married again and made a new mother for her. She was asked to bring a needle and thread for a new mother. When Tasha arrieved at her house, Baba Yaga said to clean her dirty house. But Tasha didn't do it. So she usu she gave some bread for a dog and a cat who were watching her house, and she ran away from there. Finally, she could meet his father. "the witch tried to eat me." she said. And he threw her out of the house. She was never seen again. Tasha thanked for the tiny doll so much.
Davidson, Susanna. (2008). Baba Yaga the flying Witch.
London, UK: Usborne. (177 / 4,866 words)
Usborne Pub Ltd
発売日：2008-01
BR 2-17: The Boy who cried Wolf
"The Boy who cried Wolf" is one Aesop's (say Ee-sop's) Fables. These are a collection of short stories, first told in Ancient Greece around 4,000 years ago.The Boy who cried Wolf is a book Usborne First Reading series. It is a level 3 in the story. The story that a little boy who are sheep wasn't believed by villagers because he often lied, the end his sheep were killed by a wolf. His name is Sam. Sam was lonely and he was so bored. So he lied to the villagers. he shouted "A wolf has come out of the forest!" The villagers ran up the hill but there was no wolf. Then they didn't believe him. However, when a wolf really appeared front him, nobody came to the hill with him. Some sheep were killed by the wolf, so he regretted to the mistakes he had committed.
Mackinnon, Mairi. (2008). The Boy who cried Wolf.
London, UK: Usborne. (159 / 4,689 words)
Usborne Pub Ltd
発売日：2008-01
BR 2-16: Mirror Island
Chip put a mirror on the paper. The pattern said "Chip" in mirror writing. Biff wanted to do some mirror writing but Chip had run out of paper.Mirror Island is a book Oxford Reading Tree series, It is a stage 6 in the story. The story is Chip helped a fierce man how use Chip's mirror. The magic key took them to an island. They met a man is called Captain Crow. He came to there to find the treasure and had been alone for then months and six days. He couldn't understand the words of the map so he showed it to them. Chip said "It's in mirror writhing!" And the treasure's whereabouts became apparent. The chest was full of gold and silver. He thanked for them. The mirror is very convenient.
Brychta, Alex.(2003). Mirror Island.
Oxford: Oxford Unversity Press. (143 / 4,530 words)
Oxford University Press
発売日：2003-09-11
2012年10月29日月曜日
Podcast episode: The Fox and the Crow
The fox and the Crow is one of the fables of Aesop and the subject of my latest podcast episode. Please enjoy listening!
Scripts: The Fox and the Crow
Do you know Aesop's fables? One very famous fable is The Fox and the Crow. In this fable, a fox tricks a crow who has some cheese in her mouth into dropping the cheese, which the fox eats. The moral of the fable is: Don't be fooled by flattery. (49 / 4,387 words)
Aesop's Fables: The Fox and the Crow
A crow had stolen cheese. A fox saw her and decided he wanted the cheese. He told her how beautiful she looked. The crow believed him. Then the fox praised her voice. The crow wanted to show off her voice so she opened her mouth to sing. The cheese fell into the fox's mouth and ran away happy.
The moral is: Don't be fooled by flattery. (66 / 4,338 words)
The moral is: Don't be fooled by flattery. (66 / 4,338 words)
New part-time job
Yesterday, I had a prat-time job at underground of Koutsuu center in all days. I helped a lottery with a girl. Then, I made friends with her. Her name is Mikako. She was very kind and so cute. She was two years older than me. A work of lottery was very simple. There were a lot of an old person. So I did deal with my smile. It was very interesting and I made a good experience.
After that, I went to a social gathering of new part-time job. I was nervous but everyone was friendly to me. So I was so happy. The new store starts at next month. I want to hold out!! (122 / 4,272 words)
After that, I went to a social gathering of new part-time job. I was nervous but everyone was friendly to me. So I was so happy. The new store starts at next month. I want to hold out!! (122 / 4,272 words)
2012年10月22日月曜日
My favorite vacation memory
My favorite vacation memory is to trip to Osaka with my friend, Misaki, Fumisa and Kanoko in this summer vacation. We had stayed for three days. First day, we went to Doutonbori. And we ate an udon at Tsurutontan. It is a famous udon shop. It was so delicious. The next day, we went to the Universal Studio Japan. I found my sole comfort in it. We rode a lot of roller coaster any number of times. I was so excited. A waiting time to ride attraction was longer, so I had sore feet. But I was so happy. Final day, we went to Umea station. We ate Takoyaki and pieces of pork fried on a skewer. The foods of the home were so good. I could make a good memory.(131/ 4,150 words)
BR 2-15: Places Where People Live
Some people live by the water. Some people live on land that is high up. Some people live on land that is flat.
For example, living be the water. A boy lives by the water. He lives by a beach and plays in the sand. A girl lives by the water, too. She lives by a lake and rides on a boat in the lake. Second, living high up. A girl lives on land that is high up. She lives on the top of hill and is on her bike. A boy also lives in the mountains with his dog. It snows where this boy lives. Finally, living on flat land. A girl and her dad live on land that is flat. They lives on a farm and is on the tractor together. A boy lives in a desert and it is very hot where this boy lives. Everyone lives everywhere in all over the world. We are different living space each other.Winesap, Cory. (2004). Places Where People Live.
Australia: Macmillan. (173 / 4,019 words)
BR 2-14: Diving Dolophin
A young dolphin dives through the water. His shiny skin is smooth as satin. Far below, he sees his mother. His baby sister swims beside her mother.This book is a young dolphin story. The young dolphin twirls beside his mother. When his mother lost sight of him, she calls her baby. She makes a special whistling sound. Then, the baby turns and stays beside her.They splash the water with their tails. They snatch the silver fish and they gulp the fish down whole by their sharp teeth. he rides the waves to travel faster. The waves push him over the sparkling water. He dose not know that killer whales watch him from above. But the young dolphin gives a warning whistle and the other dolphins race away.This time the killer whales cannot find him because the young dolphin hides and makes no sound. Now he swims back to his mother. Soon the dolphin will hunt for fish again.
Wallace, Karen. (2011). Diving Dolphin.
London: DK, Readers. (166 / 3,846 words)
BR 2-13: The Long Way To A New Land
Dear ones, The worst is now over. It is a new life us here. We have built our house. Our land is good. We will have food for the winter. We think of you there in Sweden. We know how hard it must be. Your farm is small and rocky. You have three sons. What future do they have? Come! We will help you. Come to America!
It was 1868, Carl Erik's family faced starvation in Sweden. The rain did not come. So they couldn't have nothing food. However, one day a letter came from Uncle Axel in America. They decided to go to America for alive. The trip by boat was long and dangerous. There were storms and sickness... They suffered so much. But on the twelfth day, they arrived at America. And they could get a new life.
Sandin, Joan.(1986). The Long Way To A New Land.
USA: Harper Trophy. (150 / 3,680words)
A Part-Time Job of Dispatch
Yesterday, I had a part-time job of dispatch. It was help cooking. "Asian Holiday" was held at traffic center. I started at 8 a.m. I was very nervous because it was first. I cooked a wonton soup for the first time. But I was taught a way by a aunt. She was very kind for me. I could learn the recipe so I want to cook it at my house. I was very tired because I kept stand for a long time. But I was happy because everyone said "It was so delicious!". I could make a good memory. (99 / 3,530words)
2012年10月17日水曜日
My favorite sport to watch
My favorite sport to watch is basketball and baseball. Because I had played basketball for about nine years. I like to play it but I like to watch playing it, too. Basketball is sport that the offense and the defense change by turns. A shooting is scored that it is interesting. It is very cool. When I was a high school student, I often watched basketball games. And I like to watch a baseball games. Because my two brothers played it. I often went to their aid. Then, I remember interest of baseball. But they always play it outside so I dislike getting a suntan. But I like to watch it by TV. I watch a high-school baseball every summer. (120/ 3,431 words)
2012年10月15日月曜日
BR 2-12: Ben Fox Saves The Day
One say, Ben went to the shop for his mum. He was outside the shop getting oranges out of a box, when the woman from\m the shop shouted, "Stop him! Stop him!"One day, Ben Fox went to the shop for his mum. Then a woman was robbed his bag. Ben ran after the boy for get back her bag. The boy ran over the street and into the park. Ben looked past the children and over some trees. The boy ran out from the trees. But the boy did not stop. Ben looked down at his bag of oranges, then he had an idea. Ben rolled the oranges over the grass. The oranges rolled under his feet and fell over. In this way, Ben could get back fer bag. And he gave one for her. Then she returned a favor. She gave the box of oranges for him. And she said, "Thank you for all your help!"
Reilly, Carmel & Culic, Ned. (2008). Ben Fox Saves The Day.
Australia: The University Of Melbourne. (173 / 3,311words)
Nelson Thornes Ltd
発売日：2008-06-21
BR 2-11: How Elephants Lost Their Wings
They flew high into the sky... and down to the ground. They even looped the loop.Once upon a time, elephants could fly. They flew everywhere. Sometimes, the gods flew on their backs. But the elephants were noisy. All the trees were broken and there were no houses left. The gods invited the elephants to a grand feast. The elephants ate. When their tummies were, they slept. Then, they took away their wings and gave to the peacocks. The elephants were very cross but they didn't get their wings back. And they never flew again. The picture of this book is very beautiful!
Sims, Lesley.(2007). How Elephants Lost Their Wings.
London,UK: Usborne.(110 / 3,138words)
Usborne Publishing Ltd
発売日：2008-01-01
BR 2-10: The Old Woman Who Swallowed A Fly
There was an old woman who swallowed a fly. I don't know why she swallowed a fly. Perhaps she'll die.There was an old woman. She swallowed a fly. So she swallowed a spider. Then, they wriggled and jiggled and tickled insider her. She swallowed the bird to catch the spider. And she swallowed the cat to catch the dig,too. Moreover, she swallowed the goat to catch the dog. After that, she swallowed the cow to catch the goat. Finally, she was going to swallow the horse. But, she's dead, of course!!!
Punter, Russell.(2008). The Old Woman Who Swallowed A Fly.
London,UK: Usborne. (101 / 3,028words)
Usborne Publishing Ltd
発売日：2008-10-31
Aya's House
The day before yesterday, I went to Uto city, Kumamoto with my senior, Aya. Uto is her hometown. She had an oral examination at this morning. After that, we ate a okonomiyaki with her family. She seemed to be happy. I wish that she passes an the examination. The okonomiyaki was very delicious. Then, I went to her house. And we spent watching TV and DVD. I was very interested.
The next day, we cleaned the whole her room at this morning. (87 / 2,927 words)
The next day, we cleaned the whole her room at this morning. (87 / 2,927 words)
2012年10月12日金曜日
My fovarite elementary school memory
My elementary school best memory is to win at basketball meeting. I belonged in basketball club since I was a fourth-year pupil. At final game, our team could come from behind to win the championship. I was so happy. So, I thank for my coach. When, I made up my mind to continue to play basketball in junior high school, too. Also, I often played with my friend, Rihoko. She is my best friend since we are in a nursery school. After school, I went to her house almost every day and we played a game. I enjoyed it. I like to play outside because I was lively girl. In elementary school, I have nothing but memory to gad about with my friends. (123 / 2,840 words)
2012年10月8日月曜日
BR 2-9: Tom Thumb
Tom whispered. "Go left,"..."Right,"..."Stop!" and took the bad men to the police station!Once a farmer and his wife wanted a son. A magician heard them and he cast a spell...and Tom appeared! Tom was as small as a thumb so they called him Tom Thumb! Tom jumped into a cake, dropped him into the lake and was eaten by a big fish. But he was helped by his mother. One day, two bad men got Tom and a horse. He took orders from them. Tom whispered. "Go Left,"..."Right,"..."Stop!" and took the bad men to the police station. The police officer praised him. Tom went to see the king and queen. He quickly went to his house. His mother and father were very happy!!
Williams, Melanie. (2000). Tom Thumb.
USA: Penguin Young Readings. (134 / 2,717 words)
BR 2-8: The Musicians of Bremen
The robbers run away. The animals are happy. Food!A donkey met a dog. The dog can sing with friend. "Woof-woof!" Also, a cat and a cock can sing together, too. "Miaow-miaow!" the cat said and "Cock-a-doodle-do" the cock said. They found a house which there are food and bed. They sang a song at the robbers. The robbers run away. They lived here forever.
Williams, Malanie. (2000). The Musicians of Bremen.
USA: Penguin Young Readings. (74 / 2,583 words)
Prentice Hall College Div
発売日：2000-11-03
BR 2-7: Little Red Riding Hood
"To hug you, little one." "But, Granny, why are your teeth so big?" "To - EAT YOU, LITTLE ONE!" And the wolf jumped from the bed.Little Red Riding Hood was asked her mother to bring cupcake for Ganny. And she went to stranger woods. On the way, she saw a wolf. The wolf ran quickly to Granny's house. He opened his mouth wide and Granny in one big gulp. Little Red Riding Hood arrived at her house. She felt her mother's condition strange. "Granny, why are your teeth so big?" she asked. "To - EAT YOU, LITTLE ONE!" the wolf said and jumped from the bed. A woodcutter came in and stopped the wolf by cutting him with his ax. Granny jumped out of the wolf's stomach.
Williams, Melanie.(2000) Little Red Riding Hood.
USA: Penguin Young Readers. (138 / 2,509 words)
Pearson ESL
発売日：2000-11-03
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