Welcome to another exciting English listening lesson! In this listening activity, you will start an underwater adventure with “Terry the Starfish.” In this delightful short story, you’ll dive into the world beneath the waves and follow Terry’s escapades as he encounters a giant fish near his home on the ocean floor. Through this enchanting tale, beginner English learners will have the opportunity to immerse themselves in vocabulary related to marine life and explore the themes of bravery and resilience. So, let’s join Terry on his oceanic journey!

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Terry The Starfish |
(00:00) [Music] Terry the starfish lived on the ocean floor. His family lived in a house made of pink coral. One day, A giant fish swam close to Terry’s home. The fish looked scary. Terry and his sisters got scared and ran inside to hide. Terry peeked out the window. The fish was headed straight for their house. ”Everybody get down”, Terry yelled. Everyone laid flat on the ocean floor and didn’t move. They could see a huge shadow pass over them. Soon, all was quiet again. Terry looked carefully. The fish was gone, and they were safe! [Music]

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You’ve reached the end of our English listening lesson featuring “Terry the Starfish.” We hope you enjoyed exploring the underwater world and following Terry’s brave encounter with the giant fish. Keep practicing your English listening skills by discovering more captivating stories and videos, and don’t forget to join us for our next lesson. Until then, happy learning and may your adventures be as exciting as Terry’s!

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