READ with Understanding

→ Read the story carefully. You may also listen to the recording if needed.

RESPOND in Your Own Words

→ Respond to the direct questions by pulling the answer from the reading. Respond to the opinion questions in your own words. You may also listen to the recording if needed.

A Place I Want to Visit

Kimi wants to visit the beach someday. She has never been to the ocean before. Kimi dreams of walking on the soft sand. She wants to feel the warm sun on her face. Kimi also wants to hear the sound of the waves. She imagines collecting shells and building sandcastles. Kimi would like to swim in the clear blue water. She thinks it would be exciting to see fish swimming nearby. Kimi loves looking at pictures of the beach in books. She hopes to visit the beach with her family. Visiting the beach is a dream Kimi wants to make come true.

Note: If you are practicing for an English test, set a timer for about 30–60 seconds to answer each question. Work with a tutor to check that your responses show clear understanding and appropriate detail.

Answer from the Story

  1. Where does Kimi want to visit someday?

  2. What does Kimi imagine collecting at the beach?

  3. Who does Kimi hope to visit the beach with?

Give Your Opinion

  1. Why do you think visiting new places is exciting?