Spending Time Outside
Vocabulary
Read each word out loud.
connect
/kəˈnɛkt/
verb
to feel close to someone or something
Example:
Having lunch with my friends every week helps us connect to each other.
relax
/ɹɪˈlæks/
verb
to rest and feel calm
Example:
I like to relax by reading my favorite book.
improve
/ɪmˈpɹuv/
verb
to make or become better
Example:
Practicing every day will help you improve your skills.
brain
/bɹeɪn/
noun
the thing inside of your head that thinks and controls your body
Example:
My brain helps me think and learn.
earth
/ɝθ/
noun
the planet we live on
Example:
The Earth revolves around the Sun.
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Story
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Audio recorded by Thomas
Spending Time Outside
It’s important to spend time outside. When we spend time outside, the plants and animals help us feel connected to the Earth.
Normally, we spend a lot of time on our phones. We are always watching videos, looking at photos, or reading the news. When we go outside, we give our brains time to relax.
It’s important to relax with nature. The sound of the wind blowing or the birds singing can help our brains feel calm and comfortable. When our brains are calm and comfortable, our health improves.
The Earth is our home and it’s important to connect with it. When we spend time outside, we remember how special the Earth is. That can help us make good choices that help take care of the Earth.
When the Earth is happy, we are happy too.
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Conversation Practice
Working with a tutor? Try asking or answering these questions out loud with them.
Working alone? Try speaking your answers out loud or write them in the lesson discussion below.
1. Do you enjoy spending time outside?
2. Do you spend too much time on your phone?
3. What things do you do to connect with the Earth?
4. How do you relax after a long day?
5. What is one thing you would like to improve?
Written by:
Thomas
Lesson updated:
October 3, 2026