Daily Reading A2 level - Day 3 - Community - Positively Kind

Daily Reading A2 level - Day 3 - Community - Positively Kind

Source: https://www.timeforkids.com/g34/service-stars-positively-kind-g3/?rl=en-630

 

 

 

 

 

Positively Kind

Tử tế theo cách tích cực

 

Lena Ford was 7 when she started Arting for You. She collected art supplies. Then she donated them to kids in foster care and homeless shelters in and around her hometown of Marietta, Georgia. “My granny always wanted to give back,” Lena, now 15, told TIME for Kids. “I was inspired by that.”

 

 

Lena Ford mới 7 tuổi khi cô bắt đầu Arting for You. Cô đã thu thập các vật dụng nghệ thuật. Sau đó, cô đã tặng chúng cho trẻ em trong các trung tâm nuôi dưỡngnhà tạm trú cho người vô gia cư ở nơi cô sống và xung quanh quê hương Marietta, Georgia của cô. "Bà tôi luôn muốn đền đáp", Lena, hiện 15 tuổi, nói với TIME for Kids. "Tôi đã được truyền cảm hứng từ điều đó".

 

 

Two years later, she launched Positively Lena. It sells products with uplifting messages. One product is a book she wrote to help kids deal with bullying. “The world can be a really tough place,” Lena says. “My goal is to spread positivity.” She also offers workshops. She teaches creative writing, entrepreneurship, and scrapbooking. Part of the money she earns goes to her charitable efforts.

 

 

Hai năm sau, cô đã ra mắt Positively Lena. Công ty này bán các sản phẩm có thông điệp tích cực. Một sản phẩm là một cuốn sách cô viết để giúp trẻ em đối phó với nạn bắt nạt. “Thế giới có thể là một nơi thực sự khắc nghiệt,” Lena nói. “Mục tiêu của tôi là lan tỏa sự tích cực.” Cô cũng tổ chức các buổi hội thảo. Cô dạy viết sáng tạo, kinh doanhlàm sổ lưu niệm. Một phần tiền cô kiếm được sẽ dành cho các hoạt động từ thiện của cô.

 

Lena has another project. It’s called Kinship Family Initiative. She and her mom co-founded the nonprofit in 2022. The group helps kids who are being raised by a family friend or a relative other than a parent. “My mom and her brothers were raised in kinship care,” Lena says. She assembles “positivity pouches.” She packs them with school supplies and books.

 

Lena có một dự án khác. Dự án này có tên là Sáng kiến ​​Gia đình Kinship. Cô và mẹ cô đã đồng sáng lập tổ chức phi lợi nhuận này vào năm 2022. Nhóm này giúp đỡ những đứa trẻ được nuôi dưỡng bởi một người bạn của gia đình hoặc một người họ hàng không phải là cha mẹ. Lena nói rằng "Mẹ tôi và các anh trai của bà được nuôi dưỡng trong sự chăm sóc của họ hàng". Cô ấy lắp ráp "những chiếc túi tích cực". Cô ấy đóng gói chúng với đồ dùng học tập và sách vở.

 

Honestly, it makes me feel really happy,” Lena says. “And that’s my motivation to keep doing what I’m doing: knowing that I’m making a difference and knowing that I’m making [people] happy.”

Thành thật mà nói, điều đó khiến tôi cảm thấy thực sự hạnh phúc,” Lena nói. “Và đó là động lực để tôi tiếp tục làm những gì mình đang làm: biết rằng mình đang tạo ra sự khác biệt và biết rằng mình đang làm [mọi người] hạnh phúc.”

Kindness Counts

Kindness is powerful. Lena knows this. You probably do too. Think about it. How does it make you feel when someone does something nice for you? How does it feel to help someone?

Studies show that giving and receiving kindness are good for us. They boost our mood. They reduce stress. They give us a more positive outlook. And they help us connect with others. Research also suggests that kindness can be contagious. A person who receives an act of kindness is more likely to show kindness to someone else.

Lòng tốt là quan trọng

Lòng tốt rất mạnh mẽ. Lena biết điều này. Có lẽ bạn cũng vậy. Hãy nghĩ về điều đó. Bạn cảm thấy thế nào khi ai đó làm điều gì đó tốt đẹp cho bạn? Cảm giác giúp đỡ ai đó như thế nào?

Các nghiên cứu cho thấy rằng việc cho nhận lòng tốt là tốt cho chúng ta. Chúng cải thiện tâm trạng của chúng ta. Chúng làm giảm căng thẳng. Chúng mang lại cho chúng ta một cái nhìn tích cực hơn. Và chúng giúp chúng ta kết nối với người khác. Nghiên cứu cũng cho thấy rằng lòng tốt có thể lây lan. Một người nhận được một hành động tử tế có nhiều khả năng thể hiện lòng tốt với người khác.

 

Vocabulary List

  1. Positively (adverb) /ˈpɒz.ɪ.tɪv.li/: In a good or optimistic way.
    Vietnamese: Một cách tích cực
    Example: The team responded positively to the new project proposal.

  2. Art supplies (noun) /ɑːt səˈplaɪz/: Materials used for creating artwork.
    Vietnamese: Dụng cụ vẽ
    Example: The children were excited to receive art supplies for the workshop.

  3. Foster care (noun) /ˈfɒs.tər keə/: A temporary arrangement in which a child lives with and is cared for by people who are not their biological parents.
    Vietnamese: Trung tâm nuôi dưỡng
    Example: She spent her childhood in foster care.

  4. Homeless shelter (noun) /ˈhəʊm.ləs ˈʃel.tər/: A place that provides temporary housing for people without homes.
    Vietnamese: Nơi trú ẩn cho người vô gia cư
    Example: The organization donates supplies to the local homeless shelter.

  5. Hometown (noun) /ˈhəʊm.taʊn/: The town or city where someone was born or grew up.
    Vietnamese: Quê hương
    Example: She returned to her hometown to start a nonprofit organization.

  6. Give back (phrasal verb) /ɡɪv bæk/: To contribute to the community or people as a way of expressing gratitude.
    Vietnamese: Đóng góp lại, đền đáp
    Example: He always looks for ways to give back to society.

  7. Be inspired by (phrase) /ɪnˈspaɪərd baɪ/: To be motivated or influenced by something or someone.
    Vietnamese: Được truyền cảm hứng bởi
    Example: She was inspired by her own experiences to help others.

  8. Launch (verb) /lɔːntʃ/: To start or introduce something new.
    Vietnamese: Ra mắt, bắt đầu
    Example: They plan to launch their new project next month.

  9. Uplifting message (noun) /ˌʌpˈlɪf.tɪŋ ˈmes.ɪdʒ/: A positive and encouraging statement.
    Vietnamese: Thông điệp truyền cảm hứng
    Example: The letter contained an uplifting message for children facing challenges.

  10. Deal with (phrasal verb) /diːl wɪð/: To manage or handle a problem or situation.
    Vietnamese: Giải quyết
    Example: The program helps children deal with bullying.

  11. Bullying (noun) /ˈbʊl.i.ɪŋ/: The act of intimidating or mistreating someone, especially repeatedly.
    Vietnamese: Bắt nạt
    Example: The school has a strict policy against bullying.

  12. Tough (adjective) /tʌf/: Difficult or challenging.
    Vietnamese: Khó khăn
    Example: He went through tough times but never gave up.

  13. Spread positivity (phrase) /spred ˌpɒz.ɪˈtɪv.ɪ.ti/: To share optimistic and encouraging thoughts or actions.
    Vietnamese: Lan tỏa sự tích cực
    Example: The campaign aims to spread positivity in the community.

  14. Workshop (noun) /ˈwɜːk.ʃɒp/: A meeting or event for practical training or discussion.
    Vietnamese: Hội thảo
    Example: They held a workshop on entrepreneurship for young people.

  15. Entrepreneurship (noun) /ˌɒn.trə.prəˈnɜː.ʃɪp/: The activity of starting and managing businesses.
    Vietnamese: Khởi nghiệp
    Example: Entrepreneurship requires creativity and determination.

  16. Scrapbooking (noun) /ˈskræpˌbʊk.ɪŋ/: The activity of creating a book with pictures, notes, and decorations.
    Vietnamese: Làm sách ảnh lưu niệm
    Example: Scrapbooking is a fun way to preserve memories.

  17. Earn (verb) /ɜːn/: To receive money or benefits in return for work or effort.
    Vietnamese: Kiếm được
    Example: He earned a scholarship for his outstanding achievements.

  18. Charitable efforts (noun phrase) /ˈtʃær.ɪ.tə.bl ˈef.əts/: Activities aimed at helping others through donations or volunteering.
    Vietnamese: Nỗ lực từ thiện
    Example: Her charitable efforts have made a big difference in the community.

  19. Project (noun) /ˈprɒdʒ.ekt/: A planned task or piece of work.
    Vietnamese: Dự án
    Example: They launched a new project to help foster children.

  20. Co-found (verb) /kəʊˈfaʊnd/: To establish something, such as a business, with another person.
    Vietnamese: Đồng sáng lập
    Example: She co-founded a nonprofit to support education.

  21. Nonprofit (noun) /ˌnɒnˈprɒf.ɪt/: An organization that operates for a purpose other than making a profit.
    Vietnamese: Tổ chức phi lợi nhuận
    Example: The nonprofit focuses on providing school supplies to children in need.

  22. Be raised by (phrase) /bi reɪzd baɪ/: To grow up under the care of someone.
    Vietnamese: Được nuôi dưỡng bởi
    Example: She was raised by a relative after her parents passed away.

  23. Assemble (verb) /əˈsem.bəl/: To put together or gather things.
    Vietnamese: Lắp ráp, tập hợp
    Example: They assembled pouches with school supplies for students.

  24. Pouch (noun) /paʊtʃ/: A small bag or container.
    Vietnamese: Túi nhỏ
    Example: Each child received a pouch filled with art supplies.

  25. School supplies (noun phrase) /skuːl səˈplaɪz/: Materials needed for schoolwork.
    Vietnamese: Đồ dùng học tập
    Example: The charity donated school supplies to local schools.

  26. Honestly (adverb) /ˈɒn.ɪst.li/: In a truthful or sincere way.
    Vietnamese: Thành thật
    Example: Honestly, I think this is a great idea.

  27. Motivation (noun) /ˌməʊ.tɪˈveɪ.ʃən/: The reason or desire to do something.
    Vietnamese: Động lực
    Example: Her motivation to help others comes from her own experiences.

  28. Make a difference (phrase) /meɪk ə ˈdɪf.ər.əns/: To have a positive effect on a situation.
    Vietnamese: Tạo sự khác biệt
    Example: Their efforts made a difference in the lives of many families.

  29. Count (verb) /kaʊnt/: To matter or have significance.
    Vietnamese: Quan trọng
    Example: Every small act of kindness counts.

  30. Powerful (adjective) /ˈpaʊə.fəl/: Having great influence or strength.
    Vietnamese: Mạnh mẽ
    Example: Words can be powerful tools for change.

  31. Giving (noun) /ˈɡɪv.ɪŋ/: The act of providing or sharing.
    Vietnamese: Sự cho đi
    Example: Giving is just as important as receiving.

  32. Receiving (noun) /rɪˈsiːv.ɪŋ/: The act of accepting or taking.
    Vietnamese: Sự nhận
    Example: Receiving gifts can boost someone's mood.

  33. Boost someone's mood (phrase) /buːst ˈsʌm.wʌnz muːd/: To make someone feel happier.
    Vietnamese: Cải thiện tâm trạng
    Example: A small compliment can boost someone's mood.

  34. Reduce stress (phrase) /rɪˈdjuːs stres/: To lower tension or anxiety.
    Vietnamese: Giảm căng thẳng
    Example: Art activities help reduce stress for many people.

  35. Outlook (noun) /ˈaʊt.lʊk/: A person's perspective or attitude toward something.
    Vietnamese: Quan điểm, cái nhìn
    Example: The experience changed his outlook on life.

  36. Be contagious (phrase) /bi kənˈteɪ.dʒəs/: To spread easily to others.
    Vietnamese: Lan truyền, lây lan
    Example: Positivity can be contagious in a group setting.

 

 

Reviewing Tasks

Task 1: Completion

Complete the sentences with the correct word or phrase from the word bank.
Word Bank: positively, foster care, art supplies, homeless shelter, be inspired by, give back, assemble, pouch, motivation, spread positivity

  1. The artist donated ________ to the local school for a creative workshop.
  2. Many children in ________ face challenges finding a stable home environment.
  3. After experiencing kindness, she decided to ________ to her community.
  4. A thoughtful message can ________ and bring joy to others.
  5. He ________ the speech and decided to pursue his dreams.
  6. We need to ________ the kits before delivering them to the schools.
  7. Each kit includes a small ________ filled with school supplies.
  8. The team's ________ kept them working hard despite challenges.
  9. They started an initiative to ________ through small acts of kindness.
  10. She always spoke ________ about the people who helped her.

Task 2: Word Form

Complete the sentences using the correct form of the word in parentheses.

  1. The children's ________ (raise) by kind foster parents helped shape their future.
  2. The school organized a ________ (charity) event to help homeless families.
  3. His ________ (motivate) to succeed came from seeing others overcome challenges.
  4. The class project encouraged students to practice ________ (give) and gratitude.
  5. They believe ________ (positive) energy can make a difference in someone's day.

 

Task 3: Synonym Matching

Match the word or phrase on the left with its closest synonym on the right.

Word/Phrase Synonym
Motivation Share kindness
Pouch Influenced by
Spread positivity Drive
Homeless shelter Small bag
Foster care Optimistically
Giving Generosity
Be inspired by Bring up
Assemble Put together
Raise Temporary home
Positively Temporary housing

Task 4: Gap-Filling (Paragraph Format)

Fill in the blanks using the correct words from the word bank: positively, art supplies, foster care, give back, motivation, assemble, pouch, spread positivity, nonprofit, homeless shelter.

Anna always wanted to make a difference in her community. As a child, she received help from a ________, which inspired her to help others in need. Her first project was to donate ________ to local schools. She decided to start a ________ organization dedicated to helping children. She encouraged her volunteers to ________ by sharing acts of kindness and assembling kits for kids in need. Each kit included a ________ filled with school supplies and uplifting messages. The team's ________ came from the children’s smiles and their gratitude. Anna believes that efforts to ________ can inspire others to do the same.


Task 5: Multiple Choice

Choose the best answer for each question.

  1. What does the phrase “spread positivity” mean?
    a) To criticize others
    b) To share kindness and good energy
    c) To spread false information
    d) To donate money

  2. What does “be inspired by” imply?
    a) To discourage someone
    b) To be motivated by someone or something
    c) To ignore someone's advice
    d) To create something without any influence

  3. What is a “homeless shelter”?
    a) A place to store art supplies
    b) A temporary housing facility for people without homes
    c) A type of foster care program
    d) A storage area for community projects

  4. What does “assemble” mean?
    a) To take apart
    b) To put together
    c) To donate
    d) To criticize

  5. What is a “pouch”?
    a) A large bag used for traveling
    b) A small bag used to hold items
    c) A type of toy for kids
    d) A storage container for food


 

 

 

 

 

Answer Keys

Task 1: Completion

  1. Art supplies
  2. Foster care
  3. Give back
  4. Spread positivity
  5. Be inspired by
  6. Assemble
  7. Pouch
  8. Motivation
  9. Spread positivity
  10. Positively

Task 2: Word Form

  1. Raising
  2. Charitable
  3. Motivation
  4. Giving
  5. Positive

Task 3: Synonym Matching

Word/Phrase Synonym
Motivation Drive
Pouch Small bag
Spread positivity Share kindness
Homeless shelter Temporary housing
Foster care Temporary home
Giving Generosity
Be inspired by Influenced by
Assemble Put together
Raise Bring up
Positively Optimistically

Task 4: Gap-Filling (Paragraph Format)

Anna always wanted to make a difference in her community. As a child, she received help from a homeless shelter, which inspired her to help others in need. Her first project was to donate art supplies to local schools. She decided to start a nonprofit organization dedicated to helping children. She encouraged her volunteers to spread positivity by sharing acts of kindness and assembling kits for kids in need. Each kit included a pouch filled with school supplies and uplifting messages. The team's motivation came from the children’s smiles and their gratitude. Anna believes that efforts to give back can inspire others to do the same.


Task 5: Multiple Choice

  1. b) To share kindness and good energy
  2. b) To be motivated by someone or something
  3. b) A temporary housing facility for people without homes
  4. b) To put together
  5. b) A small bag used to hold items
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