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 1 Introduction & Vocabulary — Let's Watch  

Wizard: I know Rosalinda's upstairs. I really want to go see her! But she might get upset. I'll just wait. At least it
gives us time to talk about today's episode where you will learn how to get involved with your children's
education.
We will also learn about prepositions. These are words that help you understand time, direction or place. Like,
at three o'clock I flew over the bridge, through the park and down the street because I had an appointment with
Rosalinda.
But she's in her room getting ready. Anyway, let's find out what happened to Tony's son, Michael.

 2 involved

to participate in something; to be closely connected

 3 fight

an argument that may involve physical violence

 4 trouble

difficulty; having a problem

 5 bright

smart or intelligent

 6 figure out

to think of a solution to a problem; to find an answer

 7 advanced

more difficult than normal; higher than average

 8 own

to have something as property; to be the owner

 9 shop

a store or business, usually small

 10 Story Start Up — Getting Ready

Tony received a phone call from his son's school. He hurries to the school because something serious happened.
At school, he learns his son, Michael, was in a fight. His teacher explains that other students laugh at Michael.
Tony wants to know why, but Michael doesn't want to talk about it.
Later, Tony is talking with his English teacher when another student comes in the classroom to say hello. Tony
thinks this student, Tipsuree, is very nice. They talk and make plans to have coffee together the next day.
While you watch the video, listen for the answer to this question:
Tony meets another student named Tipsuree. Which class is Tipsuree in?

 11 Story Start Up — Let's Watch  

Tony: Hi. I'm Tony Park, Michael's father. Where is he? Is he okay?
Nurse: Please calm down, Mr. Park. Your son is fine. He's right here.
Tony: Michael.
Michael: Hi, Dad.
Tony: Are you okay?
Michael: I think so. Can we go home?
Tony: So what happened?
Michael: Nothing.
Tony: What do you mean "nothing?"
Norman: Hi. I'm Norman Hill, Michael's teacher. You must be Michael's father.
Tony: Yes, I am. So what happened?
Norman: How can I say this nicely? Michael got into a fight.
Tony: A fight? Michael. But how?
Norman: Let me explain. This is Michael. And next to Michael is Joey. And in front of Michael is Lisa and
behind Michael is Brian. And they all make fun of Michael. And Michael got angry and they fought.
Tony: But why were they making fun of you, Michael?
Norman: Michael is having trouble with his schoolwork. But I don't know why. Michael is a very bright kid.
This is what we're trying to figure out.
Tony: What trouble? Michael, what's wrong?
Michael: I want to go home, Dad.
Tony: Yes, we're going home right now so you can explain what happened.
Thank you, Mr. Hill.
Norman: Any time.
Tony: Let's go.
Eva: So, Michael is okay?
Tony: Yes, but he was in a fight.
Eva: Really?
Tony: Oh, he's not hurt. He was only bleeding from here.
Eva: Why is Michael getting into a fight with other children?
Tony: I don't know. And his teacher doesn't know either. That's what I want to figure out, but Michael isn't
talking.
Tipsuree: Hi, Eva.
Eva: Hi, Tipsuree.
Tipsuree: My class got out early. I came by to say hello.
Eva: Tipsuree, have you met Tony?
Tipsuree: No. Hi, Tony. My name is Tipsuree. I'm from Thailand.
Tony: Oh, Tipsuree. Nice name. Nice to meet you.
Tipsuree: Thanks. Nice to meet you too.
Eva: Tipsuree transferred last year from her school in San Francisco. She's in the advanced class.
Tony: Really? Maybe one day I'll be in advanced class.
Eva: Very soon, Tony.
Tipsuree: So how long have you been here, Tony?
Tony: Three years. And you?
Tipsuree: Five years.
Tony: Five years. Your English is so correct.
Tipsuree: Thank you. So you own a sandwich shop?
Tony: Yes. My father and my uncle opened it five years ago. It was their dream. But my father died three years
ago.
Tipsuree: Oh, I'm sorry. Is that why you came to the United States?
Tony: Yes. I came to take my father's place and help my uncle.
Tipsuree: So do you like owning a shop?
Tony: Oh, I do. I'm sorry. Do you need a ride home?
Tipsuree: No, thank you. My sister will pick me up.
Tony: This is my number. Maybe we can have coffee some time?
Tipsuree: Sure.
Tony: Okay, how about tomorrow?
Tipsuree: Tomorrow? Okay. Let me check my schedule at home and I'll give you a call later. Okay?
Tony: Okay. Bye.
Tipsuree: Bye.

 12 musician

someone who plays a musical instrument, sings or writes music

 13 raise

to be responsible for taking care of children while they are growing up

 14 rather

something you prefer; something you choose

 15 available

ready or free to do something; for example to meet, work or help; accessible

 16 glad

to be happy about something; to be pleased

 17 reschedule

to change the time or date of something that had been planned

 18 divorced

to have a marriage end legally; describing people who ended their marriage legally

 19 education

the training and instruction provided at school

 20 responsible

reliable and dependable; to be able to take care of your obligations in life

 21 glasses

a pair of lenses in a frame used to help improve a person's vision

 22 cheating

being dishonest; for example, at school, copying from another student's work

 23 admit

to tell the truth or to be honest about something

 24 Life Skills — Getting Ready

When Tony gets home from English class his uncle tells him he needs to call Michael's teacher. At the same
time, Michael asks Tony for help with homework.
Tony sits down to help his son, but the phone rings and it's Tipsuree. Tony is so busy talking with Tipsuree he
forgets about Michael and calling the teacher. Later, Tony's uncle tells him he needs to be a more responsible
parent.
The next day, Tony is trying to schedule an appointment with Michael's school when Tipsuree calls on the other
line. She wants to reschedule their date and meet at the same time that Michael's teacher is available.
While you watch the video, listen for the answer to this question:
How does Tony react when Michael interrupts his telephone conversation?

 25 Life Skills — Let's Watch  

Michael: Hi, Dad.
Tony: Oh, hi Michael.
Uncle Bill: Tony, there's a message from Michael's teacher on the refrigerator. He wants you to call him.
Tony: Okay.
Michael: Dad, can you help me with my homework? I don't understand it.
Tony: Sure, Michael. (Korean)
Michael: Okay.
[Phone]
Uncle Bill: [Hello] Wait, just a minute. Tony? Phone.
Tony: Hello.
Tipsuree: Hi, Tony. It's Tipsuree.
Tony: Tipsuree, hi. Bad time? No, no, not at all.
Tipsuree: I'd love to have coffee with you. How about tomorrow at five o'clock?
Tony: Five tomorrow, perfect. Do you know the World Café on Main Street next to the bank?
Tipsuree: Oh, I love that place.
Tony: Hold on one second.
Michael: But I need help with my homework.
Tony: (Korean). Hello?
Tipsuree: Hi, what was that?
Tony: Oh, it was nothing.
That's great. Maybe one day I'll meet your brothers. It must have been different growing up with two brothers
who are musicians. They sound like fun guys.
Tipsuree: Yes, they are. Well, it's getting late. It was nice talking to you. So coffee tomorrow?
Tony: Yes, we'll talk then. Bye-bye.
Tony: That was Tipsuree.
Uncle Bill: Good.
Tony: (Korean)
Uncle Bill: What's wrong? Do you remember you promised Michael to help him?
Tony: Oh, yes. Michael. Michael?
Uncle Bill: He's asleep now. Listen Tony. I don't want to tell you how to raise your son, but you must make
more time for him.
Tony: What? I am a good father.
Uncle Bill: Good father? He's asked you many times to help him with his schoolwork.
Tony: That's the school's job.
Uncle Bill: No. It's also yours. And you'd rather talk to someone you just met than call Michael's teacher?
Tony: (Korean)
It's too late to call him now. I'll call him in the morning.
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Tony: Yes, my name is Tony Park. I would like to talk to Mr. Hill.
Assistant: Ah, yes. Mr. Park. Mr. Hill wants to know if you can come today and see him. He's available
between three and four.
Tony: Between three and four. Then I will be there at - oh, can you hold on for one second?
Assistant: Yes.
Tony: Hello?
Tipsuree: Hi, Tony, it's Tipsuree.
Tony: Oh, hi.
Tipsuree: I'm really sorry but my plans changed. I'm wondering if we can have coffee a little earlier. I'm free
between three and four.
Tony: Between three and four?
Tipsuree: Is that okay?
Wizard: And freeze!

 26 Life Skills — Reading

Be Part of Your Children's Education!
There are many ways parents can get involved in their children's education. When parents get involved, it helps
children do better in school. Here are some suggestions for parents:
Talk to your children's teacher frequently.
Establish a routine for your children's schoolwork at home.
Provide your children with a good "study space" at home.
Children should have a place to work that is quiet and free from distractions.
This place should also have good lighting and the supplies needed for schoolwork, for example, pens,
pencils, and paper.
Ask your children to tell you about their day at school. If you don't ask, they may not talk about their school
experiences.
When a teacher sends a note or letter home, answer it immediately.
Visit your children's classes whenever possible.
Provide other sources of information for their schoolwork (the Internet, pictures, books, dictionaries,
encyclopedias, etc.)
Take your children to the library often. Many local libraries also have tutoring services to help children with
their schoolwork.
If you put time and energy into your children's studies, they will have a better educational experience. They will
also know that you care about their education and their future.

 27 Life Skills — Reading Medicine Labels

Words on Over-the-Counter Medicine Labels
over-the-counter medicine: medicine you can buy at a drugstore without a doctor's prescription.
pain reliever: medicine that reduces or eliminates pain, for example, a headache, a backache, or muscle pain.
tablet: a pill.
dosage: the amount of medication you should take, for example, two tablets every 6 hours, or 2 spoonfuls three
times a day.
drowsiness: feeling tired or sleepy.
side effect: a secondary and usually negative effect of the medication, for example, drowsiness or vomiting.
expiration date: the date the medication expires or no longer works properly.

 28 Grammar — Let's Watch  

Abrocadabro: Hey! Why did you freeze it?
Wizard: You're back! Is Rosalinda ready?
Abrocadabro: She wants me to tell you that she's almost ready. But first, she needs to find out what Tony
decides to do.
Wizard: Okay. But first, we need to do today's lesson.
Abrocadabro: Okay, I'll help. Prepositions are words that help us understand time, place and direction. Watch
and listen.
This is Michael. And next to Michael is Joey. And in front of Michael is Lisa. And behind Michael is Brian.
I'll call him in the morning.
Wizard: That was very easy, yes?

 29 Making Choices — Getting Ready - Choice A

Tony decides to meet with Tipsuree. He tells the secretary at the school that he will call back later to schedule a
meeting with Michael's teacher.
At the World Café,Tipsuree learns that Tony chose to meet with her instead of his son's teacher. She is
disappointed in him because she doesn't think he is a responsible parent. Tipsuree tells Tony she has to leave. At
home, there are more problems with Michael.
While you watch, listen for the answer to this question.
Tipsuree says someone is the most important person in Tony's life. Who?

 30 Making Choices — Let's Watch Choice A  

Wizard: Now let's see what Tony decides. And -
Abrocadabro: Can I do it?
Wizard: Okay.
Abrocadabro: And - and -
Wizard: Action.
Abrocadabro: Action!
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Tony: Can you hold on one second?
Tipsuree: Sure.
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Tony: Yes, is Mr. Hill available tomorrow?
Assistant: Not tomorrow. Not until next week.
Tony: Then I will call back next week.
Assistant: Okay, thank you. Bye-bye.
Tony: Thank you.
Three o'clock will be great.
Tipsuree: Okay, I'll see you then.
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Tony: I am so glad you called.
Tipsuree: I hope you weren't too busy.
Tony: No, not really. I had to see my son's teacher today, but I can reschedule that.
Tipsuree: Son? Are you married?
Tony: No. Maria and I divorced four years ago.
Tipsuree: I'm sorry.
Tony: That's okay.
Tipsuree: So you were supposed to see your son's teacher?
Tony: Yes. My son's having problems at school.
Tipsuree: And you'd rather have coffee with me than talk to your son's teacher?
Tony: Of course.
Tipsuree: I can't believe you think coffee is more important than your son's education!
Tony: No, it's no big thing. I can see him any time.
Tipsuree: Any time. The most important thing in your life is your son. He comes first! I'm sorry. I have to go.
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Michael: You don't have to worry about me in school. I'm never going to school again!
Tony: Michael!
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Wizard: Ouch! Looks like Tony made a bad decision.
Abrocadabro: Can we give him another chance?
Wizard: Sure!
Abrocadabro: Thanks, Wizard. You're great.
Wizard: Please tell that to your sister.
Abrocadabro: Maybe I will.

 31 Making Choices — Getting Ready - Choice B

Tony tells Tipsuree that he can't meet with her because he has an important meeting with his son's teacher. They
agree to have coffee another time.
At Michael's school, Mr. Hill tells Tony that he has figured out why Michael is having trouble with his
schoolwork.
While you watch the video, listen for the answer to this question:
According to Mr. Hill, why was Michael having trouble at school?

 32 Making Choices — Let's Watch Choice B  

Abrocadabro: And action!
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Tony: I'm sorry. I can't have coffee with you today.
Tipsuree: Oh, that's okay.
Tony: I need to meet with my son's teacher.
Tipsuree: You're married?
Tony: No. Maria and I divorced four years ago. Maybe we can do it another time. This meeting is very
important.
Tipsuree: A responsible father. I like that. Of course we can reschedule. How about tomorrow?
Tony: Sure.
Tipsuree: Okay, I'll call you tomorrow. Bye.
Tony: Okay, bye.
I am so sorry.
Assistant: Oh, that's okay.
Tony: I'll be there at three o'clock.
Assistant: Oh, okay. We'll see you then. Bye-bye.
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Mr. Hill: Mr. Park, I believe I know why Michael is having problems.
Tony: Why?
Mr. Hill: Michael needs glasses.
Tony: Glasses?
Mr. Hill: Yes. That's why he was fighting with his friends. Michael couldn't read the blackboard so he was
reading his friend's work.
Tony: He was cheating?
Mr. Hill: I wouldn't say that. Michael doesn't cheat. Once he gets his glasses, he'll be okay. But I must ask you,
Mr. Park, didn't you notice him having problems at home?
Tony: I have to admit, I haven't been paying enough attention to my son. But I know nothing like this will
happen again.
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Conrad: I think Mr. Park needs another reason to sell his shop.
Nick: Another visit, boss?
Conrad: Oh yes. We're going to help him clean his shop.

 33 Review and Assessment — Let's Watch  

Wizard: Oh no. What do you think Conrad is going to do? You'll have to watch the next episode to find out. See
you next time on –
Abrocadabro: Wait. Don't you want to review what we learned today?
Wizard: Yes. I almost forgot. We learned to use prepositions like on, in, at and in front of. We also learned it is
important for parents to be part of their children's education.
Abrocadabro: Yes we did. I think you're going to make a great parent.
Wizard: Well, thank you.
Abrocadabro: I need to ask you a few more questions.
Wizard: More questions? All right. Well, see you next time on English for All!
Abrocadabro: Question number one. How do you turn a prince into a toad?

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