Reader 13
The Heavy Box
A heavy box is near the door.
Tom needs to move the box.
He puts both hands on it.
He tries to lift it.
He cannot lift the box.
The box is too heavy.
Tom feels tired after one try.
He stops and thinks.
He asks his sister for help.
His sister says she can help him.
They stand on each side of the box.
They lift the box together.
Then they carry it to the table.
The work is easier with two people.
Tom could not move the box alone.
He could move it with help.
He thanks his sister.
His sister smiles.
The box is now on the table.
Tom learns that help can make heavy work easier.
SPEAK
Answer in complete sentences.
Where is the heavy box?
What does Tom need to do?
Why can Tom not lift the box?
Who helps Tom?
Where do they carry the box?
Do you think help made the work easier? Tell why.
WRITE
Write 5 complete sentences with can or cannot.
Use words from the reading.
I can _____________________.
I can _____________________.
I cannot ____________________.
I cannot ____________________.
I can _____________________.
LISTEN
Listen to the audio and answer the questions.
Do you ask for help with heavy things?
When do you ask for help?
