Unit 14: What happened in the story? - Lesson 1

The Lesson 1 of Unit 14: What happened in the story? introduces a Vietnamese story about watermelons called The Story of Mai An Tiem. The story revolves around a character named Mai An Tiem and his family who were ordered by King Hung to live on an island that was very far away. An Tiem found some black seeds one day and grew them, leading to the production of watermelons.

An Tiem's family then exchanged these watermelons for food and drink. Eventually, King Hung heard about the story and allowed An Tiem and his family to return home. The story highlights the luck and eventual return of An Tiem and his family.

Through various activities like listening, speaking, reading, and singing, students are encouraged to engage with the story and understand its key events. They are prompted to ask and answer questions about The Story of Mai An Tiem, improving their comprehension and language skills.

Additionally, a related story about a princess who couldn't walk and a prince who helps her by giving her a magic apple is shared. This story emphasizes how kindness and magic can lead to happy endings.

By exploring these stories and participating in interactive tasks, students enhance their understanding of plot events, character relationships, and the importance of kindness and generosity in narratives.