Today let's read the story "Hello, New Friend." Read it aloud clearly and correctly, then think about what the story is about. 🔊

"On her first day of school, Mapraang felt excited and a little scared. When she walked into the classroom, a boy came up and greeted her: 'Hello, my name is Tonkla. Can we be friends?' Mapraang smiled and said, 'Sure, nice to meet you!' From that day on, the two became close friends." 🔊

Questions to think about: How did Mapraang feel on her first day? Who greeted her first? What did they say to each other? 🔊

Activity: Tell someone what your own first day of school was like. How did you feel? 🔊