Little Kid: Mommy, you’re always busy and tired. Why don’t we buy takeaways every day? I can eat McDonald’s, Fanta, and ice cream!
Mom: Really, every day? You want to eat McDonald’s and ice cream every single day?
Little Kid: Yes, Mom! McDonald’s and ice cream, and candy! Then, the next day we can have pizza and chocolate!
Mom: (smiling) Oh, sweetheart, I know you love fast food, but eating it every day isn’t the best idea.
Little Kid: But why, Mom? It tastes so good! Why can’t we have it every day?
Mom: Well, fast food is tasty, but it’s not always the healthiest option. If we eat it too often, it can make our bodies feel tired and it’s not great for our health. Fast food is usually high in sugar, fat, and salt, which can cause problems over time. It’s better to cook at home. Not only is it healthier, but it also costs less.
Little Kid: Really? But I still think fast food tastes better!
Mom: I understand, sweetie, but when we cook at home, we can make meals that are just as delicious but much healthier for our bodies. We can include fresh fruits, vegetables, and lean proteins like chicken or fish. These help us stay strong and healthy.
Little Kid: But I really like ice cream, Mom!
Mom: Ice cream is fine sometimes, but if we eat it too often, it’s not good for our teeth or our health. We can enjoy ice cream on special occasions, but it’s best not to have it every day.
Little Kid: Oh… so fast food isn’t really good?
Mom: Exactly, sweetheart. It’s okay to have fast food occasionally, but we should try to cook at home more often. Homemade food is healthier and helps us save money, too.
Little Kid: I think I understand now. Can we make homemade pizza sometime?
Mom: Of course! We can make pizza together. It’ll be fun, and we can pick all your favorite toppings!
Vocabulary List
Takeaway [ˈteɪkəweɪ] (noun) – Food that is prepared in a restaurant and taken away to eat elsewhere.
Example: “We had takeaway for dinner last night.”
Fast Food [fæst fuːd] (noun) – Food that is prepared and served quickly, often unhealthy, like burgers, fries, fried chicken, etc.
Example: “Fast food is quick and convenient, but it’s not the healthiest choice.”
Healthy [ˈhɛlθi] (adjective) – Good for your health, providing the necessary nutrients and energy your body needs.
Example: “Eating vegetables and fruits every day is important for staying healthy.”
Homemade [ˈhəʊmˌmeɪd] (adjective) – Food prepared at home, not purchased from a store or restaurant.
Example: “I love homemade pizza with fresh ingredients.”
Occasion [əˈkeɪʒən] (noun) – A special event or moment.
Example: “We can have cake on special occasions like birthdays.”
Protein [ˈprəʊtiːn] (noun) – Nutrients found in food that help build muscles and are important for the body.
Example: “Chicken, fish, and eggs are all great sources of protein.”
Sugar [ˈʃʊɡər] (noun) – A sweet substance that is often found in candy, ice cream, and soft drinks. Eating too much sugar can be bad for your health.
Example: “Too much sugar can lead to tooth decay and tiredness.”
Grammar Tips:
Using “Can” for Permission and Ability:
Example: “Can we have pizza tonight?” (asking for permission)
Using “Too” with Adjectives:
“Too” is used to mean “more than needed” or “excessive,” and it’s often used with adjectives to show something is over the limit.
Example: “If we eat too much sugar, it’s not good for our teeth.”
Expressing Preferences with “Prefer”:
When you express what you like more or would rather do, you use the word “prefer.”
Example: “I prefer homemade meals because they are healthier.”
“Because” for Giving Reasons:
Use “because” to explain why something is happening or to provide a reason.
Example: “We should cook at home more often because it’s healthier.”
“Sometimes” for Frequency:
Example: “We can eat ice cream sometimes, but not every day.”
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Little Kid: "Mommy, you’re always busy and tired. Why don’t we buy takeaways every day? I can eat McDonald’s, Fanta, and ice cream!"
Mom: "Really, every day? You want to eat McDonald’s and ice cream every single day?"
Little Kid: "Yes, Mom! McDonald’s and ice cream, and candy! Then, the next day we can have pizza and chocolate!"
Mom: "(smiling) Oh, sweetheart, I know you love fast food, but eating it every day isn’t the best ."
Little Kid: "But why, Mom? It tastes so ! Why can’t we have it every day?"
Mom: "Well, fast food is tasty, but it’s not always the healthiest . If we eat it too often, it can make our bodies feel tired and it’s not great for our health. Fast food is usually high in sugar, fat, and salt, which can cause problems over time. It’s better to cook at home. Not only is it healthier, but it also costs ."
Little Kid: "Really? But I still think fast food tastes !"
Mom: "I understand, sweetie, but when we cook at home, we can make meals that are just as delicious but much healthier for our bodies. We can include fresh fruits, vegetables, and lean proteins like chicken or fish. These help us stay and healthy."
Little Kid: "But I really like ice cream, Mom!"
Mom: "Ice cream is fine sometimes, but if we eat it too often, it’s not good for our teeth or our health. We can enjoy ice cream on special , but it’s best not to have it every day."
Little Kid: "Oh… so fast food isn’t really ?"
Mom: "Exactly, sweetheart. It’s okay to have fast food occasionally, but we should try to cook at home more often. Homemade food is healthier and helps us save , too."
Little Kid: "I think I understand now. Can we make homemade pizza sometime?"
Mom: "Of course! We can make pizza together. It’ll be fun, and we can pick all your favorite !"