Lesson:

1. It is winter. The cold wind whistles through the branches of the trees.


2. Mr. Brown has done his day's work, and his children, Harry and Kate, have come home from school. They learned their lessons well today, and both feel happy.


3. Tea is over. Mrs. Brown has put the little sitting room in order. The fire burns brightly. One lamp gives light enough for all. On the stool is a basket of fine apples. They seem to say, 'Won't you have one?'


4. Harry and Kate read a story in a new book. The father reads his newspaper, and the mother mends Harry's stockings.


5. By and by, they will tell one another what they have been reading about, and will have a chat over the events of the day.


6. Harry and Kate's bedtime will come first. I think I see them kiss their dear father and mother a sweet good night.


7. Do you not wish that every boy and girl could have a home like this?

Teaching Guide:

Step 1: Study the New Words

  • Listen to the new words.
  • Recite each of the new words aloud.

Step 2: Examine the Lesson Image

Describe the image, its setting, and its characters.

Step 3: Read the Lesson Passage

  • Find each new word in the passage.
  • Practice reading the passage, both silently and aloud.
  • Upon mastering the passage, recite it aloud to your instructor.

Step 4: Complete Lesson Copywork, Narration, and Dictation

Complete the associated copywork, narration, and dictation for this lesson. Click the icon to access the page.   

Step 5: Discuss the Lesson

  • Describe a pleasant evening in your own home.
  • Describe the type of home you would like to have when you grow up.
  • Will you live in a small town, a big city, or in a rural area?
  • Will you have your own family?
  • Will you have pets or other animals?