New school. Real conversations. A voice of your own.
Meet 15-year-old Ali Algohary at Cass Technical High School in Detroit: a sketchbook, a new schedule, and a hundred questions. Follow his school day from the bus stop to the art room—and from an awkward first hello to a place at the lunch table.
By Dr. Wagih Elgohary · Dr. E English dialogues with Arabic support · Ages approximately 13–18
OUR REAL DETROIT SETTING
Cass Technical High School
مدرسة كاس التقنية الثانوية في ديترويت
Cass Tech is a real DPSCD examination high school. Its published curriculum includes arts, engineering, business, music, and International Baccalaureate study.
Cass Technical High School campus, photographed by w_lemay, November 19, 2022. CC BY-SA 2.0. Unmodified image, displayed at reduced size. CC BY-SA 2.0 license
A real Detroit setting
2501 Second Avenue; grades 9-12.
Academic ambition
A selective examination school with specialized pathways and IB study.
Published student organizations
Engineering Club, Graphic Arts Association, Film Club, and Tasty Society.
A real museum connection
The Detroit Institute of Arts offers school field trips. Our class visit is imagined.
The story and the facts
Most story scenes take place at Cass Tech. Ali, Yaseen, Hamza, Sarah, Ahmad, Mohamed, Maya, Jordan, and all speaking staff are fictional. Dialogues, incidents, projects, room numbers, routes, menus, and lesson schedules are teaching examples, not reports of events at the school. WCE is independent; no school or museum endorsement is implied.
The colorful cover is an imagined school scene, not a photograph of Cass Tech. The campus photograph shows the real building.
المدرسة والمتحف حقيقيان. الشخصيات والحوارات والمواقف التعليمية متخيلة، ولا تصف حوادث موثقة في المدرسة.
Checked October 15, 2026. School details can change. The campus photograph retains its separate license.
30 + 11lessons & teen-life scenes
41 MP3sAmerican English voices
63 pagesillustrated bilingual ebook
Your voiceart · identity · belonging
Your learning route
Ten weeks · Three encounters each week · 35–45 minutes each · Six practical reviews. This school-life companion uses the same short-dialogue, cultural-awareness, and real-life-task approach as Ali in Detroit.
تعلّم مع علي كيف تسأل وتفهم وتشارك بثقة. استمع، واقرأ، وتبادل الأدوار، ثم جرّب موقفاً جديداً.
Listen, then speak
Listen once without the transcript. Listen again while reading. Repeat each turn, switch roles, and change one detail. Use the slower setting if helpful.
A place to practice
Cass Technical High School in Detroit is the real setting. The students and dialogues are fictional teaching examples. Check the linked official pages for current school information. The 41 recordings use U.S. English synthesized voices, with lighter delivery for students and distinct adult voices for staff. They are not recordings of actual students.
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01 · Welcome to your new school أهلاً بك في مدرستك الجديدة
Cass Tech: fictional teaching scene
I can: Introduce yourself and ask for language support.
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Office assistant: Good morning. How can I help you?
Ali: Hi. I’m Ali Algohary. I’m a new student.
Office assistant: Welcome to Cass Tech, Ali. What name would you like us to use?
Ali: Ali is fine. I’m still learning English.
Office assistant: We can help. Let’s meet your school counselor.
Ali: Could my parent have an Arabic interpreter?
Office assistant: I’ll ask the office to arrange language assistance.
Ali: Thank you. Where should we wait?
Words that help
new studentطالب جديد
school counselorمرشد مدرسي
interpreterمترجم شفوي
officeمكتب الإدارة
Notice the culture · افهم الموقف
People’s names matter. Ask how to pronounce a name and use the name the person requests. Ask the school how to arrange interpretation for family conversations.
من حقك أن تسأل عندما لا تفهم. اطلب مساعدة لغوية للأسرة من مكتب المدرسة.
Your real-life task
Introduce yourself to a partner. Give your name, say you are new, and ask where to wait. Use fictional family details.
Change the situation
The assistant mispronounces Algohary. Say your name slowly and kindly ask them to try again.
Language tip
I’m = I am. Use I’m + name, feeling, or description: I’m Ali. I’m new.
Say it clearly
Stress the key words: NEW STUDENT. Pause after your name.
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Counselor: Here’s our practice schedule. First period starts at eight o’clock.
Ali: Is first period English?
Counselor: Yes. English is in room two fourteen.
Ali: What does advisory mean?
Counselor: It’s a short check-in with a teacher and a small group.
Ali: Do we have the same schedule every day?
Counselor: Some days change. Let’s look at the calendar.
Ali: Could you circle today’s classes?
Words that help
scheduleجدول
periodحصة
advisoryلقاء إرشادي
roomقاعة
Notice the culture · افهم الموقف
Cass Tech publishes an 8:00 a.m.-3:20 p.m. school day. The period times and rooms here are invented for practice; confirm the real bell schedule with the school.
قد تعني كلمة period حصة دراسية، وليس فترة زمنية عامة فقط.
Your real-life task
Use the sample schedule in the toolkit. Tell a partner the time and room for three classes.
Change the situation
An assembly changes third period. Ask which schedule applies today.
Language tip
At + time: at eight o’clock. In + room: in room 214. The room and period times are practice examples.
Say it clearly
Stress EIGHT and keep the final /t/ clear. Check whether a time is in the morning or afternoon.
Listening / comprehension check
Does Ali know that every day has the same schedule?
No. He needs to check the calendar.
03 · At the school bus stop عند موقف حافلة المدرسة
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Ali: Excuse me. Is this the bus for Cass Technical High School?
Driver: Yes. What’s your assigned route?
Ali: Route twelve. Is this the right stop?
Driver: Yes. Please wait here until I tell you to board.
Ali: Where should I sit?
Driver: Take an open seat and keep the aisle clear.
Ali: Could you help me confirm my afternoon stop?
Driver: Ask the transportation office to check your route with you.
Words that help
routeمسار
bus stopموقف حافلة
boardيصعد
aisleممر
Notice the culture · افهم الموقف
School buses and city buses can use different routes and rules. Use your assigned bus. Follow the driver’s boarding, crossing, and seating instructions.
تحقق من الحافلة المخصصة لك، ولا تعبر الطريق إلا وفق تعليمات السائق والمدرسة.
Your real-life task
Read a fictional route card: route 12, Oak Street stop, 7:35 a.m. Confirm all three details with a partner.
Change the situation
A friend invites you onto a different bus. Explain that you must check permission first.
Language tip
Is this…? confirms identity. Where should I…? asks for guidance.
Say it clearly
Keep the final /s/ in bus. Practice bus stop without adding a vowel before stop.
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Teacher: Ali, would you like to introduce yourself?
Ali: Sure. I’m Ali Algohary. I speak Arabic and some English.
Teacher: What’s something you enjoy?
Ali: I like drawing and playing soccer.
Jordan: I like drawing, too. What do you draw?
Ali: Mostly people and places. What about you?
Jordan: I draw comics. Want to sit here?
Ali: Thanks. That would be great.
Words that help
introduceيعرّف بنفسه
enjoyيستمتع
mostlyغالباً
classmateزميل دراسة
Notice the culture · افهم الموقف
You can choose what to share. You do not have to explain private family circumstances or represent everyone who speaks your language.
شارك ما ترتاح إليه. لست مطالباً بسرد تفاصيل الأسرة أو الحديث باسم جميع العرب.
Your real-life task
Give a 20-second introduction: name, languages, and one interest. Ask a partner one follow-up question.
Change the situation
You do not want to discuss why you moved. Say: I’d rather talk about my hobbies.
Language tip
Like + -ing: I like drawing. What about you? invites the other person to speak.
Say it clearly
Keep the /p/ in playing different from /b/ in ball. Press your lips, then release air for /p/.
Listening / comprehension check
What do Ali and Jordan both enjoy?
Drawing.
REVIEW 1
Your first morning
Use a schedule, a route card, and a paper map. Introduce yourself, confirm your bus, find room 214, and ask what advisory means.
Write
Write a four-sentence welcome message to another new student. Include one useful help phrase.
Try a new problem
Your first class moves from room 214 to 116. Ask for the new location and repeat the route.
First period begins at 8:00 in our practice schedule. What time should Ali confirm?Model answerEight o’clock.
The bus card says route 12. A friend says route 20 is faster. What should Ali do?Model answerUse his assigned route and check changes with transportation staff.
What phrase asks about an unfamiliar word?Model answerWhat does … mean?
Reflect: Can I do this independently, with a little help, or with a model?
06 · Asking your ESL teacher for help طلب المساعدة في حصة الإنجليزية
Cass Tech: fictional teaching scene
I can: Ask for repetition, examples, and thinking time.
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ESL teacher: Read the question, then compare your answers.
Ali: Could you say that again a little more slowly?
ESL teacher: First, read the question. Then talk with your partner.
Ali: What does compare mean?
ESL teacher: Look for what is the same and what is different.
Ali: Could you show us an example?
ESL teacher: Of course. Let’s do the first one together.
Ali: Thanks. Can I have a moment to think?
Words that help
compareيقارن
exampleمثال
partnerزميل النشاط
repeatيكرر
Notice the culture · افهم الموقف
Schools may call language support ESL, ELD, ENL, or something else. Asking for clarification helps you participate; it is not a sign that you cannot learn.
طلب التوضيح مهارة تعلم. استخدم: هل يمكن أن تعطيني مثالاً؟
Your real-life task
A partner gives an unfamiliar instruction. Ask for repetition, ask about one word, and restate the task.
Change the situation
You understand the words but not the task. Ask the teacher to show the first step.
Language tip
Could you + base verb…? Could you repeat? Could you explain?
Say it clearly
Stress the helpful words in: Could you say that again more SLOWLY?
Listening / comprehension check
What does compare mean here?
Find what is the same and what is different.
07 · Discussing a story in English class مناقشة قصة في حصة الإنجليزية
Science teacher: Yes. Record your observations in the table.
Ali: Okay. I’ll wait for your instructions before touching anything.
Words that help
gogglesنظارات واقية
sampleعينة
observeيلاحظ
recordيسجل
Notice the culture · افهم الموقف
Lab directions matter. Stop and ask when a step is unclear. Do not taste materials, mix substances, or handle equipment without the teacher’s directions.
عندما لا تفهم خطوة في المعمل، توقف واطلب الشرح أولاً.
Your real-life task
Use a harmless leaf or photograph. Describe color, shape, and texture in a three-column observation table.
Change the situation
A classmate starts before the demonstration. Ask them to wait for the teacher.
Language tip
Before + noun or -ing: before the activity; before touching anything.
Say it clearly
Observation has stress on VA: ob-ser-VA-tion. Pause between each observation.
Listening / comprehension check
What should Ali do when he does not understand a step?
Stop and ask the teacher to demonstrate.
10 · Asking questions in social studies طرح الأسئلة في الدراسات الاجتماعية
Cass Tech: fictional teaching scene
I can: Distinguish a claim, a source, and evidence.
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Music teacher: Would you like to join our rhythm activity?
Ali: I’ve never done this before. Can I watch first?
Music teacher: Yes. Listen for four steady beats.
Maya: We’re also reading a scene after school.
Ali: Do I have to audition?
Maya: Ask the theater teacher. Some activities are open practice.
Ali: Could someone help me practice the lines?
Maya: Sure. Let’s read one line at a time.
Words that help
beatنبضة إيقاعية
sceneمشهد
auditionاختبار أداء
practiceتدريب
Notice the culture · افهم الموقف
Cass Tech publishes music and performing-arts pathways, including band, orchestra, harp, vocal study, and theater. Ask which opportunities fit your experience and current schedule.
اسأل عن الوقت والتكلفة وشروط المشاركة، ولا تفترض أن الخبرة السابقة مطلوبة دائماً.
Your real-life task
Read a two-line greeting with a partner. Try a calm tone and then an excited tone; explain the difference.
Change the situation
Rehearsal conflicts with your bus. Ask about the schedule before joining.
Language tip
Can I + verb…? asks permission or about an option.
Say it clearly
Read one thought at a time. A clear pause can communicate more than speaking loudly.
Listening / comprehension check
Who should Ali ask about auditions?
The theater teacher.
14 · Using a school laptop استخدام حاسوب المدرسة
Cass Tech: fictional teaching scene
I can: Report a login problem and protect an account.
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Ali: I’m looking for a short book about space.
Librarian: Would you like pictures and a glossary?
Ali: Yes, please. I’m learning English.
Librarian: Let’s look at two options together.
Ali: How long can I borrow this one?
Librarian: The due date will show in your library account.
Ali: Can I renew it if I need more time?
Librarian: Let’s check the renewal rules for this book.
Words that help
glossaryقائمة مصطلحات
due dateموعد الإرجاع
renewيجدد الاستعارة
borrowيستعير
Notice the culture · افهم الموقف
A readable book is a useful learning choice at any age. Ask about multilingual books, audiobooks, and accessible formats without assuming availability.
اختر كتاباً يناسب اهتماماتك ومستواك، واسأل عن نسخ مسموعة أو ثنائية اللغة.
Your real-life task
Look at two book descriptions. Choose one and explain why its topic and length fit your needs.
Change the situation
Someone else has reserved the book. Ask about another format or a similar title.
Language tip
I’m looking for + noun. How long…? asks about duration.
Say it clearly
Stress DUE DATE. In American English, due often sounds like do.
Listening / comprehension check
Where can Ali check the due date?
In his library account.
REVIEW 3
Choose, create, and ask
Visit a pretend art table, music room, technology desk, and library. Ask permission, describe a problem, and clarify a return date.
Write
Write a short request to a librarian: topic, reading needs, and a borrowing question.
Try a new problem
Your library book is due before you finish it. Ask whether renewal or another option is available.
Who should keep your password private?Model answerYou; do not share it with classmates or support staff.
What can you ask before joining theater?Model answerAsk about auditions, practice times, costs, or access.
What does “May I borrow your ruler?” request?Model answerPermission to use the ruler temporarily.
Reflect: Can I do this independently, with a little help, or with a model?
16 · Choosing lunch in the cafeteria اختيار الغداء في الكافيتيريا
Cass Tech: fictional teaching scene
I can: Ask about food ingredients, price, and seating.
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Ali: What’s in the vegetable pasta?
Cafeteria worker: Let’s check the ingredient information.
Ali: I don’t eat pork. Is there meat in the sauce?
Cafeteria worker: I’ll check. We also have a packaged bean salad.
Ali: Thank you. How much is the salad with milk?
Cafeteria worker: Let’s check your meal account and today’s price.
Maya: Want to sit with us?
Ali: Yes, thanks. Is this seat taken?
Words that help
ingredientsمكونات
sauceصلصة
meal accountحساب الوجبات
seat takenمقعد مشغول
Notice the culture · افهم الموقف
Vegetarian food is not automatically halal or suitable for every allergy. Ask for reliable ingredient information. Meal prices and assistance processes vary; ask privately.
اسأل عن المكونات دون حرج. لا تفترض أن كلمة نباتي تحسم كل الاحتياجات الغذائية.
Your real-life task
Use a fictional menu: bean salad $3, pasta $4, milk $1. Ask about ingredients and calculate one total.
Change the situation
You have a food allergy. Ask the worker to involve the staff member responsible for allergy procedures.
Language tip
Is there + singular noun? Are there + plural noun? Is there meat? Are there nuts?
Say it clearly
Separate can and can’t clearly when discussing ingredients. Ask for confirmation if uncertain.
Listening / comprehension check
What will the worker do before answering about the sauce?
Check the ingredient information.
17 · Making friends at lunch تكوين صداقات وقت الغداء
Cass Tech: fictional teaching scene
I can: Join a conversation and set a polite boundary.
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Ali: Sorry I’m late. My bus was delayed.
Teacher: Thanks for checking in. Please follow our late-arrival procedure.
Ali: What did I miss?
Teacher: We reviewed yesterday’s homework. The notes are online.
Ali: I was absent yesterday, too. How can I catch up?
Teacher: Start with the notes, then meet me during support time.
Ali: Should my parent contact the attendance office?
Teacher: Yes. Ask the office how to report the absence.
Words that help
lateمتأخر
absentغائب
attendanceحضور
catch upيستدرك ما فاته
Notice the culture · افهم الموقف
Arrival and absence reporting follow local school procedures. A brief explanation is enough in front of class; discuss private details with the appropriate adult.
اسأل عن طريقة الإبلاغ عن الغياب وخطة تعويض الدروس، دون كشف تفاصيل خاصة أمام الصف.
Your real-life task
Role-play a late arrival. Give a short reason, ask what you missed, and agree on a catch-up step.
Change the situation
You missed a test. Ask when and how you may make it up.
Language tip
Was + description: I was absent. Did + base verb: What did I miss?
Say it clearly
Pronounce the final /t/ in late when you need to make the word especially clear.
Listening / comprehension check
What should Ali do first to catch up?
Read the notes.
20 · Understanding homework and deadlines فهم الواجب ومواعيد التسليم
Cass Tech: fictional teaching scene
I can: Clarify an assignment and request an extension.
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Ali: Is the paragraph due tonight or tomorrow?
Teacher: Tomorrow by five p.m. Submit it on the class website.
Ali: How many sentences should I write?
Teacher: Six to eight. Use the checklist on the assignment page.
Ali: Can I use a dictionary?
Teacher: Yes. Write your own sentences and follow our assistance rules.
Ali: If I need extra time, who should I ask?
Teacher: Ask me before the deadline so we can discuss it.
Words that help
deadlineموعد نهائي
paragraphفقرة
checklistقائمة مراجعة
extensionتمديد مهلة
Notice the culture · افهم الموقف
Allowed help differs by assignment. Ask about dictionaries, translation, collaboration, and digital tools. Asking for more time does not automatically mean it is approved.
تأكد من الموعد ونوع المساعدة المسموح بها، واطلب التمديد قبل انتهاء المهلة.
Your real-life task
Write a six-sentence paragraph about a school day. Use your own ideas and check capitals, periods, and sequence words.
Change the situation
Your internet stops working. Draft a brief message explaining the problem and asking about another submission method.
Language tip
By five means no later than five. At five identifies a time.
Say it clearly
Stress the contrast: toNIGHT or toMORrow? Repeat the deadline to confirm it.
Listening / comprehension check
How many sentences does the teacher request?
Six to eight.
REVIEW 4
Manage your school day
Use a menu, an attendance note, and a homework card. Check ingredients, join a lunch conversation, explain a delay, and confirm a deadline.
Write
Write a brief message asking about an assignment you missed. Give a fictional reason and a proposed next step.
Try a new problem
A meal is labeled vegetarian but you have another dietary need. Ask for ingredient information.
Bean salad is $3 and milk is $1. What is the total?Model answerFour dollars in this fictional menu.
What does “by five p.m.” mean?Model answerNo later than five p.m.
Must you share your phone number to be friendly?Model answerNo. You can set a polite boundary.
Reflect: Can I do this independently, with a little help, or with a model?
21 · Working on a group project العمل في مشروع جماعي
Cass Tech: fictional teaching scene
I can: Agree on roles and respond to disagreement.
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Maya: We need a poster about saving water.
Ali: I can draw the images. Who wants to write the captions?
Jordan: I’ll write them. Can we use your drawings, Ali?
Ali: Yes. Let’s include everyone’s name.
Maya: When should we put it together?
Ali: Could we meet during class work time?
Jordan: I think the title should be smaller.
Ali: Let’s compare both sizes and see which is easier to read.
Words that help
roleدور
captionتعليق توضيحي
contributeيساهم
creditنسبة العمل لصاحبه
Notice the culture · افهم الموقف
Fair group work makes responsibilities visible and credits contributions. Ask before reusing a classmate’s work; discuss problems early with the group or teacher.
اتفقوا على الأدوار والوقت، وانسبوا المساهمات لأصحابها.
Your real-life task
Plan a three-person poster: assign drawing, writing, and checking. Give each person a deadline and one way to ask for help.
Change the situation
One person is doing all the work. Use a neutral sentence to renegotiate the roles.
Language tip
I can + verb offers ability. I’ll + verb offers a future action.
Say it clearly
Pause between an offer and a question: I can DRAW. Who wants to WRITE?
Listening / comprehension check
How will the group decide on the title size?
Compare the two sizes for readability.
22 · Preparing for a test الاستعداد للاختبار
Cass Tech: fictional teaching scene
I can: Ask about test directions and permitted resources.
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Ali: I don’t feel well. May I go to the nurse?
Teacher: I’ll follow our procedure to get you there.
Nurse: Tell me how you’re feeling.
Ali: I have a headache, and I feel dizzy.
Nurse: When did it start?
Ali: During second period. Could you contact my parent?
Nurse: I’ll follow our school’s process. Please stay here with me.
Ali: Thank you. Could you explain that again slowly?
Words that help
headacheصداع
dizzyيشعر بالدوار
nurseممرضة
contactيتواصل مع
Notice the culture · افهم الموقف
Describe symptoms honestly and follow the school’s health procedures. Do not share medication with classmates. For an urgent problem, alert the nearest staff member immediately.
اشرح ما تشعر به ومتى بدأ، واطلب من بالغ موثوق المساعدة.
Your real-life task
Use a fictional symptom card. State how you feel, when it started, and whom you want the school to contact.
Change the situation
You cannot remember the English word. Point to the body area and say: It hurts here.
Language tip
I have + noun: I have a headache. I feel + adjective: I feel dizzy.
Say it clearly
Headache has two parts: HEAD-ache. Pause before saying when the problem started.
Listening / comprehension check
When did Ali’s symptoms start?
During second period.
24 · Meeting your school counselor مقابلة المرشد المدرسي
Cass Tech: fictional teaching scene
I can: Explain a concern and make a practical plan.
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Counselor: How are your classes going?
Ali: I understand the math, but the reading takes me longer.
Counselor: Which class feels hardest right now?
Ali: Social studies. There are many new words.
Counselor: Let’s talk with your teacher about support.
Ali: Could we also check my graduation plan?
Counselor: Yes. We’ll review your records and course requirements.
Ali: What should I bring to our next meeting?
Words that help
requirementمتطلب
recordsسجلات
supportدعم
graduationتخرج
Notice the culture · افهم الموقف
A counselor can help you ask about courses, goals, and support. Graduation requirements and how previous coursework is evaluated vary by school and district.
ناقش احتياجاتك وخطة دراستك؛ لا تفترض أن نظام التخرج مطابق لبلدك السابق.
Your real-life task
List one strength, one challenge, and one goal. Use them to request a counselor meeting.
Change the situation
You are unsure which records are needed. Ask for a written checklist and language assistance for your family.
Language tip
Comparatives: reading takes longer; this class feels harder.
Say it clearly
Counselor has stress at the beginning: COUN-se-lor. Say one concern per sentence.
Listening / comprehension check
Which class feels hardest for Ali?
Social studies.
25 · Joining a club or team الانضمام إلى نادٍ أو فريق
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Ali: I’m interested in the Engineering Club and robotics.
Club adviser: You’re welcome to visit our next meeting.
Ali: Do I need any experience?
Club adviser: No. We’ll explain the beginner activities.
Ali: Is there a fee, and when do you meet?
Club adviser: Let’s check this term’s information sheet.
Ali: I take the bus. Is there a way to get home afterward?
Club adviser: Check the options with your family and the school office first.
Words that help
adviserمشرف النادي
sign upيسجل
feeرسوم
meetingاجتماع
Notice the culture · افهم الموقف
Cass Tech lists an Engineering Club with robotics activities. Current meeting times, participation, equipment, and transport need confirmation with the adviser. This dialogue is fictional.
اسأل عن التكلفة وشروط الاشتراك ووسيلة العودة قبل التسجيل.
Your real-life task
Create a club information card with purpose, meeting time, cost, and contact person. Ask about one missing detail.
Change the situation
You want to try the soccer team instead. Ask about the team’s own participation process.
Language tip
Interested in + noun or -ing: interested in robotics; interested in joining.
Say it clearly
RO-bot and ro-BOT-ics shift stress. Practice both in a short sentence.
Listening / comprehension check
What should Ali check before staying after school?
Transportation home with his family and the school office.
REVIEW 5
Work together and plan ahead
Agree on project roles, ask about test support, describe a fictional symptom, and discuss one school goal with a counselor.
Write
Write a group plan with three names, three roles, one deadline, and a check-in time.
Try a new problem
Your club meeting ends after your bus leaves. Ask about transport before deciding to stay.
Should you clarify allowed test resources before using them?Model answerYes; use only permitted materials.
What two details help describe a symptom?Model answerHow you feel and when it started.
Who can discuss your course and graduation plan?Model answerThe school counselor, with the relevant school staff.
Reflect: Can I do this independently, with a little help, or with a model?
26 · Planning a field trip الاستعداد لرحلة مدرسية
Cass Tech: planning an imagined DIA visit
I can: Understand trip details and ask about permission.
First listen with the transcript closed. Then read, listen, and switch roles.
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Teacher: In our story, we’re visiting the Detroit Institute of Arts next Thursday.
Ali: What time do we leave and return?
Teacher: Both times are on this trip information sheet.
Ali: Does my parent need to sign the permission form?
Teacher: Yes. Please return it by Monday.
Ali: Should I bring lunch? Is there a cost?
Teacher: Check the sheet. Tell me privately if you need help with either.
Ali: Could my parent get the information in Arabic?
Words that help
field tripرحلة مدرسية
permission formاستمارة موافقة
returnيعود
chaperoneمشرف رحلة
Notice the culture · افهم الموقف
The Detroit Institute of Arts has a real school field-trip program. This particular visit, date, permission form, meal plan, and transport plan are invented for language practice.
تحقق من الموافقة والطعام والتكلفة ووقت العودة، واطلب شرحاً للأسرة عند الحاجة.
Your real-life task
Complete a fictional trip checklist: museum Thursday, permission Monday, departure 9:00, return 2:00. Ask about lunch and cost because they are not listed.
Change the situation
Your family has a question before signing. Ask whom they should contact.
Language tip
Should I bring…? asks for guidance. Need to + verb expresses a requirement.
Say it clearly
Keep the /d/ in field and /p/ in trip clear: FIELD TRIP.
Listening / comprehension check
When must the permission form be returned?
By Monday.
27 · Staying with your group on a trip البقاء مع المجموعة أثناء الرحلة
Detroit Institute of Arts: imagined class visit
I can: Clarify a meeting point and ask staff for help.
First listen with the transcript closed. Then read, listen, and switch roles.
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Chaperone: Stay with your group. We’ll meet at the main desk at one thirty.
Ali: The main desk by the entrance, right?
Chaperone: Yes. Tell me before you leave the group for any reason.
Ali: I can’t see Maya. What should I do?
Chaperone: Stay here with me. I’ll follow our group procedure.
Ali: If I get separated, should I ask museum staff for help?
Chaperone: Yes. Tell them your school group and ask them to contact us.
Ali: Could you repeat the meeting time?
Words that help
meeting pointنقطة تجمع
entranceمدخل
separatedمنفصل عن المجموعة
staffموظفون
Notice the culture · افهم الموقف
This is a fictional museum conversation. Follow the actual group and museum instructions. If separated, ask identified staff to contact your group; the meeting point here is a practice example.
احفظ نقطة التجمع، واتبع خطة المشرف. اطلب مساعدة موظف المكان إذا انفصلت عن المجموعة.
Your real-life task
Use a paper museum map. Circle the meeting point, repeat the time, and role-play asking an identified staff member to contact your group.
Change the situation
There are two entrances. Ask which desk is the meeting point.
Language tip
If + present, can/should + base verb: If I get separated, who should I ask?
Say it clearly
Compare one thirty and one thirteen. Confirm the time in a complete sentence.
Listening / comprehension check
Where will the group meet?
At the main desk by the entrance, at 1:30.
28 · Speaking up about unkind behavior التحدث عن سلوك مؤذٍ
First listen with the transcript closed. Then read, listen, and switch roles.
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Student: Why do you talk like that?
Ali: Please don’t make fun of my accent.
Maya: Let’s go talk with a teacher.
Teacher: Tell me what happened.
Ali: A student copied my accent and called me names near my locker.
Teacher: Thank you for telling me. Are you safe right now?
Ali: Yes. I’d like help so it doesn’t happen again.
Teacher: We’ll follow our school’s reporting process and plan the next step.
Words that help
make fun ofيسخر من
reportيبلغ
boundaryحد شخصي
safeآمن
Notice the culture · افهم الموقف
A student should not have to manage harassment alone. If speaking directly feels unsafe, move toward staff and ask for help. Report what happened, where, and when; keep seeking help if it continues.
ليس عليك مواجهة الإساءة وحدك. اطلب مساعدة بالغ موثوق واذكر ما حدث بوضوح.
Your real-life task
Role-play reporting a fictional incident without repeating slurs: explain the behavior, location, time, and help needed.
Change the situation
The first adult is unavailable. Identify another trusted staff member you could approach.
Language tip
Please don’t + base verb sets a boundary: Please don’t copy my accent.
Say it clearly
Use a calm, firm falling tone: Please DON’T do that. Clarity matters more than loudness.
Listening / comprehension check
What details does Ali give the teacher?
The behavior and location: accent mocking and name-calling near his locker.
29 · Sharing a family concern with a teacher مناقشة الأسرة مع المعلم
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Teacher: Thank you for coming. An interpreter will help us today.
Parent: We’d like to understand Ali’s progress.
Teacher: Ali contributes thoughtful ideas. He needs more reading practice.
Ali: Could we choose a short reading goal for this week?
Teacher: Yes. Read for ten minutes and write two new words each day.
Parent: How will we know which book to use?
Teacher: I’ll send the title and instructions through our school’s usual channel.
Ali: When can we check how the plan is going?
Words that help
progressتقدم
goalهدف
conferenceلقاء مع الأسرة
instructionsتعليمات
Notice the culture · افهم الموقف
Family-school conversations work best with clear goals and accessible communication. Request a qualified interpreter rather than relying on a student for sensitive adult communication.
اطلبوا مترجماً مناسباً للمحادثات المهمة، واتفقوا على هدف واضح وطريقة متابعة.
Your real-life task
In groups of three, play teacher, student, and family member. Agree on one realistic goal and a follow-up date.
Change the situation
The family cannot use the school app. Ask about another approved communication method.
Language tip
How will we…? asks about a future process. Let’s + verb proposes shared action.
Say it clearly
Pause after the goal: TEN MINUTES / TWO NEW WORDS / EACH DAY.
Listening / comprehension check
What is Ali’s reading goal?
Read ten minutes and record two new words each day.
30 · Ending the day and planning tomorrow نهاية اليوم والاستعداد للغد
Cass Tech: fictional teaching scene
I can: Summarize your day and confirm your next steps.
First listen with the transcript closed. Then read, listen, and switch roles.
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Maya: Are you taking the bus home today?
Ali: Yes. First I need to pack my science notebook.
Maya: Did you check tomorrow’s schedule?
Ali: Yes. We have an assembly, so the times are different.
Maya: What was the best part of today?
Ali: I explained a math problem in English.
Maya: Nice! What’s your goal for tomorrow?
Ali: Ask one question in social studies and introduce myself at robotics.
Words that help
packيحزم
assemblyتجمع مدرسي
tomorrowغداً
reflectيتأمل ما تعلمه
Notice the culture · افهم الموقف
A useful routine includes checking homework, schedule changes, needed materials, and transport. Recognize small successes; learning a language takes repeated practice.
راجع واجباتك وجدول الغد وأدواتك ووسيلة العودة، واحتفل بخطوة صغيرة نجحت فيها.
Your real-life task
Give a one-minute account of your day: two things you did, one challenge, and one goal for tomorrow.
Change the situation
Your after-school plan changes. Confirm the new arrangement with the appropriate adult before leaving.
Language tip
Past: I explained. Future: I’ll ask. Sequence: first, next, finally.
Say it clearly
Keep the final /d/ in explained light but audible. Pause before your next idea.
Listening / comprehension check
What success does Ali describe?
Explaining a math problem in English.
REVIEW 6
Take part with confidence
Plan a museum outing, confirm a meeting point, report an unkind incident, discuss a family learning goal, and summarize your day.
Write
Write a six-sentence reflection: two successes, one challenge, one help request, and two next steps.
Try a new problem
The trip information is unclear to your family. Request interpretation or translated information before they sign.
Who signs a parent permission form?Model answerThe appropriate parent or guardian, following the school’s process.
What should you do if separated from the trip group?Model answerFollow the supervision plan and ask identified venue staff to contact your group.
What is one useful detail in a behavior report?Model answerWhat happened, where it happened, or when it happened.
Reflect: Can I do this independently, with a little help, or with a model?
No matching encounter. Try bus, lunch, class, or field trip.
THE HALLWAYS. THE LUNCH TABLE. YOUR OWN VOICE.
Between the bells.
You belong before you are fluent.
Eleven scenes about the part of high school that does not fit neatly on a class schedule. Listen, choose a response, read the feedback, then make the conversation your own.
الحياة في الثانوية ليست حصصاً وواجبات فقط: صداقة، وثقة، وضغط أقران، وحدود شخصية، وفرصة لتكون نفسك.
Meet the classmates: Hamza finds his team; Sarah shares a science idea; Yaseen starts a welcome podcast; Ahmad practices sportsmanship; Mohamed brings a family story to the table.
Maya: I like the different languages around the edge.
Ali: Thanks. I wanted it to feel like all of us.
Jordan: You should show it to the art club.
Read the room
An open seat is a chance to ask, not a promise of friendship. Shared interests make a conversation easier. If a seat is saved, ask another table or a trusted adult for help finding a welcoming space.
اسأل ببساطة، ثم ابحث عن اهتمام مشترك. الرفض لمقعد واحد لا يعني رفضك أنت.
What would you say?
A student says, “Sorry, this seat is saved.” What is a useful next move?
Talk it through
A is the strongest response here. A short answer about a chair is not enough evidence to judge a whole friendship. Repeated exclusion is a different situation and deserves support.
Make it yours
Invite a partner into a conversation using a shared interest. Ask two follow-up questions without turning it into an interview.
Expression locker
“Go ahead” here means “Yes, you may.” “That sounds cool” means it sounds interesting; it is casual peer language.
SCENE 02 · BETWEEN THE BELLS
Spirit week, your way
أسبوع الروح المدرسية بطريقتك
Cass Tech announces school-color day and a pep rally. Ali likes the energy but does not know the traditions.
Jordan: Are you wearing our school colors on Friday?
Ali: Maybe. What’s a pep rally?
Jordan: A school gathering to cheer for our teams and clubs.
Ali: Do I have to buy a special shirt?
Maya: Let’s ask. I’m wearing something green and white.
Ali: Could I bring my mural design for the club display?
Jordan: Ask the art adviser. That would be a great way to join in.
Ali: I’d like that. I’m more into drawing than cheering.
Read the room
School spirit can mean art, music, volunteering, robotics, sports, or encouraging someone. Ask about participation, cost, noise, clothing expectations, and alternatives. Traditions vary; nobody has to enjoy them in the same way.
المشاركة ليست شكلاً واحداً. اسأل عن النشاط، واختر طريقة تناسب اهتماماتك وظروفك.
What would you say?
You want to join school-color day but cannot buy a shirt. What could you ask?
Talk it through
A asks before assuming. You might also ask the adviser about a club display, a quiet option, or another activity.
Make it yours
Design a school-spirit poster with three ways to join in that do not require buying anything. Explain how a new student could participate.
Expression locker
“I’m into drawing” means “I’m interested in drawing.” Use it with peers; “I’m interested in…” fits a more formal conversation.
SCENE 03 · BETWEEN THE BELLS
The group-chat screenshot
لقطة شاشة من محادثة المجموعة
Ali has decided to join a class group chat. A funny photo from art class appears. He is tempted to repost it.
Maya: Please ask Jordan first. He’s in the picture.
Ali: Jordan, are you okay with me sharing it?
Jordan: Actually, I’d rather you didn’t.
Ali: No problem. I won’t post it.
Maya: We could share the mural instead, without people in it.
Jordan: That works. Ask the teacher about the class display, too.
Ali: Good idea. I’ll check before I share.
Read the room
Being in a group chat is not permission to repost its messages or pictures. A joke can land differently outside the group. Friendship includes accepting a no without demanding a reason.
وجود الصورة في مجموعة لا يعني السماح بنشرها. احترم الرفض دون إحراج صاحب الصورة.
What would you say?
Jordan has said no. Which reply respects his choice?
Talk it through
B respects the boundary. If an image is used to target someone, stop spreading it and ask a trusted adult how to report it. Keep your own passwords private.
Make it yours
Write a four-line group-chat agreement: ask before posting, keep private information private, disagree respectfully, and identify how to ask for help.
Expression locker
“Are you okay with…?” asks permission. A real question allows a real no.
SCENE 04 · BETWEEN THE BELLS
“Just send me your answers”
«ابعت لي الإجابات وخلاص»
A classmate messages Ali before an individual assignment is due. Ali wants to be helpful and worries about sounding unfriendly.
Jordan: Can you send me your answers? I’m running out of time.
Ali: I can explain how I solved the first problem.
Jordan: Couldn’t I just copy yours this once?
Ali: I’m not comfortable with that. We need our own work.
Jordan: Okay. Can you explain the first step?
Ali: Sure. First, check what the question is asking.
Maya: We should also check what help the teacher allows.
Ali: Right. Let’s ask before we use any online tools.
Read the room
A friendly boundary can protect both the work and the friendship. Collaboration rules can differ by assignment. Ask what help, translation, AI, notes, and shared resources are permitted; give credit when required.
يمكنك مساعدة زميلك على الفهم دون إعطائه عملك لينسخه. اسأل المعلم عن حدود المساعدة المسموح بها.
What would you say?
A friend pressures you to share an individual answer sheet. Which response helps without agreeing to copying?
Talk it through
C separates helping someone understand from giving them work to submit as their own. If you are unsure, ask the teacher before sharing.
Make it yours
Role-play a respectful refusal, one permitted alternative, and a question to the teacher about collaboration.
Expression locker
“I’m not comfortable with that” is a calm boundary. “I’m running out of time” means there is little time left.
SCENE 05 · BETWEEN THE BELLS
The presentation butterflies
رهبة العرض أمام الفصل
Ali has drawn the group’s mural plan. Now he wants to explain it aloud, but his stomach feels jumpy.
Ali: I know my part, but I’m nervous about speaking.
Maya: Want to practice the first two sentences with me?
Ali: Yes. I keep thinking everyone will notice my accent.
Maya: Let’s focus on your idea. Your sketch helps explain it.
Ali: Our mural shows the languages in our school.
Jordan: Nice. Pause there, then point to the border.
Ali: If I forget a word, can I look at my note card?
Maya: Let’s check the presentation rules with the teacher.
Read the room
Confidence can grow through preparation, a supportive partner, and a manageable first step. A noticeable accent can still be clear. Focus on meaning, pause, and ask about the supports allowed for this task.
وجود لكنة لا يمنع وضوح الفكرة. تدرب على البداية، وخذ وقفة، واستخدم ما يسمح به المعلم من دعم.
What would you say?
Ali forgets a word during his talk. What could he say?
Talk it through
A is a useful repair. He can also say, “The word I mean is…” or point to the relevant part of his drawing. The goal is communication.
Make it yours
Give a 30-second explanation of a drawing. Include an opening, two details, and a closing. Your partner responds to the idea before commenting on language.
Expression locker
“Butterflies in my stomach” is an idiom for nervous feelings. It does not mean actual butterflies.
SCENE 06 · BETWEEN THE BELLS
An invitation and a real-life limit
دعوة وحدود الحياة اليومية
Friends invite Ali to an after-school game. He is interested, but he helps at home and his usual bus leaves early.
Maya: We’re going to the game after school. Want to come?
Ali: I’d like to, but I need to check with my family.
Jordan: Can’t you just stay this once?
Ali: I help at home, and I need a ride back.
Maya: Thanks for telling us. Maybe another time?
Ali: How about working on the mural during lunch tomorrow?
Jordan: That works for me. Meet by the art room?
Ali: Sounds good. I’ll check when the room is open.
Read the room
Students have different family responsibilities, budgets, interests, and transport. An invitation is not a test of loyalty. You can decline, explain as much as you choose, and suggest another way to connect.
الاعتذار عن دعوة لا يعني رفض الصداقة. قدم بديلاً يناسبك، دون أن تكشف تفاصيل لا تريد مشاركتها.
What would you say?
You cannot stay after school. Which answer keeps both your boundary and the connection?
Talk it through
B offers a real next step. Respect also means accepting a friend’s no without repeated pressure. If the activity matters to you, ask family and staff about workable arrangements.
Make it yours
Plan an inclusive club meeting: one no-cost activity, a clear end time, a transport question, and a way for someone absent to contribute.
Expression locker
“That works for me” means the plan is suitable. “Maybe another time?” leaves the possibility open; it is not a confirmed plan.
SCENE 07 · BETWEEN THE BELLS
Hamza finds his team
حمزة يجد فريقه
Hamza loves soccer, but he is new to the school. Ali walks with him to ask about the team rather than guessing how tryouts work.
Hamza: Hey, Ali. Do you know how to join the soccer team?
Ali: Not yet. Let’s ask the coach together.
Hamza: Coach, I’m interested in trying out. What do I need to do?
Coach: Let’s check the information sheet and participation requirements.
Hamza: I take the bus. Who can help me plan a ride home?
Coach: Check with your family and the school office before staying late.
Ali: Want to practice passing during lunch if the field is open?
Hamza: Absolutely. You can show me your drawing afterward.
Read the room
Joining a team starts with questions about its own process, equipment, costs, and transport. A shared interest can open a friendship without requiring you to be the best player.
اسأل عن خطوات الانضمام والعودة إلى المنزل. الاهتمام المشترك بداية للصداقة، وليس اختباراً لشهرتك أو مهارتك.
What would you say?
Tryouts end after your usual bus leaves. What should Hamza do first?
Talk it through
B is the useful first step. The coach can explain participation, while family and staff can help clarify a workable transport plan.
Make it yours
Be Hamza and invite a newcomer to try an activity. Ask about experience, timing, and one practical need without making assumptions.
Expression locker
“Try out” means take part in a selection activity. “Absolutely” is an enthusiastic yes.
SCENE 08 · BETWEEN THE BELLS
Sarah gets a turn
سارة تشارك بفكرتها
At Cass Tech, Sarah imagines a water-saving model for an Engineering Club project. Faster speakers keep moving on before she can explain it.
Sarah: Can I jump in for a second? I have an idea for our model.
Jordan: Sure. What are you thinking?
Sarah: We could test how much water each design uses.
Ali: I can draw the results. Could you show us your plan?
Sarah: Yes. I made a sketch, but I need a moment to explain it.
Jordan: Take your time. Let’s hear the whole idea first.
Sarah: Thanks. Then we can decide how to divide the work.
Ali: Let’s make sure everyone gets a turn.
Read the room
The fastest speaker does not always have the strongest idea. Ask for a turn, give others thinking time, and respond to the contribution. Confidence can be quiet and prepared.
سرعة الكلام ليست مقياساً لجودة الفكرة. اطلب دورك، وامنح الآخرين وقتاً للتفكير، وأنصت إلى مضمون ما يقولون.
What would you say?
Sarah starts explaining, but someone interrupts. What can a teammate say?
Talk it through
A supports fair participation. A sketch, a short pause, or a practice round can help a speaker explain without someone taking over.
Make it yours
Plan a three-person science-fair pitch. Each person explains one part; listeners wait, then ask a question about the idea.
Expression locker
“Can I jump in?” means “May I join this conversation?” It is casual language for peers.
SCENE 09 · BETWEEN THE BELLS
Yaseen behind the microphone
ياسين خلف الميكروفون
At Cass Tech, Yaseen imagines a welcome podcast as a media project. He invites Ali to share one thing he wishes he had known on his first day.
Yaseen: Hi, I’m Yaseen. Would you like to be on our welcome podcast?
Ali: Maybe. What would we talk about?
Yaseen: One tip for a new student. We can practice before recording.
Ali: Can I hear the recording before you share it?
Yaseen: Yes. We’ll also follow the school’s recording and permission rules.
Ali: My tip is to ask someone how to pronounce their name.
Yaseen: Great. Please teach me how you say Algohary.
Ali: Thanks for asking. Let’s practice it together.
Read the room
An invitation to speak should include a clear purpose and a real choice. Ask about recording, editing, permission, and sharing. Saying a name carefully communicates respect.
قبل التسجيل، وضّح الهدف وطريقة النشر واطلب الإذن. تعلم نطق الاسم رسالة احترام، وليس تفصيلاً صغيراً.
What would you say?
A classmate wants to help with the podcast but does not want their voice recorded. What can Yaseen offer?
Talk it through
C makes participation flexible. A student can write questions, design artwork, check a script, or choose not to participate.
Make it yours
Create a 30-second welcome segment with a partner. Ask permission before recording; practicing live is also a complete option.
Expression locker
“Behind the microphone” describes a recording role. “Would you like to…?” is an invitation, not an obligation.
SCENE 10 · BETWEEN THE BELLS
Ahmad after the final whistle
أحمد بعد صافرة النهاية
Ahmad’s team loses a lunchtime game. One player blames a teammate. Ahmad wants everyone to be able to play again tomorrow.
Ahmad: We all made mistakes. Let’s talk about the next play.
Hamza: I rushed the pass. What could I try next time?
Ahmad: Look up first. I’ll move into space so you have an option.
Ali: Can I join tomorrow? I’m still learning the rules.
Ahmad: Of course. We can explain them before we start.
Hamza: Let’s make the teams fair, too.
Ahmad: Good plan. A close game is more fun for everyone.
Read the room
Competition can include strong feelings without personal blame. Specific feedback gives someone a next step. A welcoming game makes room for different skill levels.
يمكن أن ننافس بحماس دون لوم أو إهانة. قدم ملاحظة محددة تساعد على التحسن، وافسح مكاناً لمن يتعلم.
What would you say?
A beginner makes a mistake. What feedback could Ahmad give?
Talk it through
B turns frustration into a useful next step. If a game becomes unsafe or repeatedly hostile, ask the supervising adult for support.
Make it yours
Give a partner one specific tip about a harmless game or classroom task. Invite them to try again and notice one improvement.
Expression locker
“Look up” here means raise your eyes to see the field. “Good game” can show respect even after a loss.
SCENE 11 · BETWEEN THE BELLS
Mohamed brings a story to the table
محمد يشارك حكاية على المائدة
Inspired by Cass Tech’s Tasty Society, the friends imagine a recipe-story display. Mohamed wants to contribute without speaking for an entire culture.
Mohamed: I could bring a recipe card for a dish my family enjoys.
Sarah: That sounds great. What story would you like to share?
Mohamed: We sometimes make it together on weekends. Every family does it differently.
Ali: I can draw the ingredients for the display.
Mohamed: Thanks. Can we include ingredient labels and ask about school food rules?
Sarah: Yes. We can use recipe cards even if we don’t serve food.
Yaseen: Could I interview you for the podcast?
Mohamed: Maybe later. I’d like to start with the written story.
Read the room
A personal story is one perspective, not a description of every family or country. Participation can be written, spoken, artistic, or practical. Check school food arrangements before bringing anything to share.
حكايتك تمثل تجربتك، لا جميع الأسر أو البلدان. اختر شكل المشاركة الذي يناسبك، واسأل عن قواعد الطعام قبل إحضاره.
What would you say?
Someone asks Mohamed, “Do all families from your culture eat this?” What could he say?
Talk it through
A shares a story without turning Mohamed into a spokesperson for everyone. He can also choose which parts of the story to keep private.
Make it yours
Make a recipe-story card using a real or imaginary family: title, three ingredients, one memory, and one question for the school organizer.
Expression locker
“Every family does it differently” makes room for variation. “I’d like to start with…” sets a comfortable first step.
ALI’S SCHOOL-DAY JOURNAL
Small wins count.
“On Monday, I practiced saying my name. By Friday, someone was asking about my mural. I still needed help with words. I also had something to offer.”
Ali’s story is fictional. Your path can look different. Try one small step this week.
Your note is stored only in this browser. Use imaginary details if you like.
Your school-day toolkit
The 63-page ebook includes colorful front and back covers, the eleven Between the Bells scenes, a weekly reflection journal, a sample daily schedule, a bilingual school glossary, family-school messages, a field-trip information card, answer keys, and teacher guidance.
Final project: my independent school day
Introduce yourself and find your first class.
Ask for clarification and explain an idea.
Ask about lunch and join a conversation.
Clarify a deadline, club meeting, or trip form.
Explain a problem and agree on a next step.
Score each area 0–3: task completion, interaction, clarity, and repair / cultural awareness. The ebook explains each rating. This is a learning rubric, not a standardized proficiency test.
Dr. Wagih Elgohary, Ph.D., Ed.D., connects language learning, art, cultural understanding, and education through World Cultures & Education.
ENGLISH ASSESSMENTS
Test your grammar: Ali in High School
100 sentences · 100 points · Pass at 75. Correct the highlighted errors, receive your grade and explanations, and download the printable test with its answer key.
١٠٠ جملة و١٠٠ درجة. النجاح من ٧٥، مع التصحيحات والدرجة بعد التسليم ونسخة PDF للطباعة.
