A1 Lesson: Rivers, Lakes & Waterfalls
មេរៀន A1: ទន្លេ បឹង និងទឹកធ្លាក់บทเรียน A1: แม่น้ำ ทะเลสาบ และน้ำตกBài học A1: Sông, Hồ & Thác nướcA1课程：河流、湖泊和瀑布A1レッスン：川、湖、滝A1 레슨: 강, 호수, 폭포Leçon A1 : Rivières, Lacs et CascadesLección A1: Ríos, lagos y cascadasالدرس A1: الأنهار والبحيرات والشلالاتA1 पाठ: नदियां, झीलें और झरनेУрок A1: Реки, озера и водопады
Makara is an eco-ranger in Koh Kong. Ratanak is a fisher on the river. They love the rivers, lakes, and waterfalls of Cambodia.
មករាគឺជាអ្នកអភិរក្សបរិស្ថាននៅកោះកុង។ រតនៈគឺជាអ្នកនេសាទនៅលើទន្លេ។ ពួកគេស្រឡាញ់ទន្លេ បឹង និងទឹកធ្លាក់នៅកម្ពុជា។มกราเป็นเจ้าหน้าที่พิทักษ์ป่าในเกาะกง รัตนะเป็นชาวประมงในแม่น้ำ พวกเขารักแม่น้ำ ทะเลสาบ และน้ำตกของกัมพูชาMakara là kiểm lâm viên sinh thái ở Koh Kong. Ratanak là một ngư dân trên sông. Họ yêu các con sông, hồ và thác nước của Campuchia.Makara是国公省的一名生态护林员。Ratanak是河上的一名渔夫。他们热爱柬埔寨的河流、湖泊和瀑布。マカラはココン州の環境レンジャーです。ラタナックは川の漁師です。彼らはカンボジアの川、湖、滝を愛しています。마카라는 코콩의 생태 감시원입니다. 라타낙은 강의 어부입니다. 그들은 캄보디아의 강, 호수, 폭포를 사랑합니다.Makara est un éco-garde à Koh Kong. Ratanak est un pêcheur sur la rivière. Ils aiment les rivières, les lacs et les cascades du Cambodge.Makara es un eco-guardabosques en Koh Kong. Ratanak es un pescador en el río. Ellos aman los ríos, lagos y cascadas de Camboya.ماكارا حارس بيئي في كوه كونج. راتاناك صياد في النهر. إنهم يحبون الأنهار والبحيرات والشلالات في كمبوديا.मकारा कोह कोंग में एक इको-रेंजर है। रतनक नदी पर एक मछुआरा है। वे कंबोडिया की नदियों, झीलों और झरनों से प्यार करते हैं।Макара — эко-рейнджер в Кохконге. Ратанак — рыбак на реке. Они любят реки, озера и водопады Камбоджи.
1. Vocabulary: Rivers, Lakes & Waterfalls
Listen and repeat the words. Then, drag them to the correct box below.
a river
/ə ˈrɪv.ər/
A large stream of flowing water.
ខ្សែទឹកហូរធំមួយ។สายน้ำไหลขนาดใหญ่Một dòng nước chảy lớn.一条流动的大水流。流れる大きな水流。흐르는 큰 물줄기.Un grand cours d'eau.Una gran corriente de agua fluyendo.تيار كبير من المياه الجارية.बहते पानी की एक बड़ी धारा।Большой поток текущей воды.
a lake
/ə leɪk/
A large body of still water.
ផ្ទៃទឹកស្ងียบធំមួយ។แหล่งน้ำนิ่งขนาดใหญ่Một vùng nước tĩnh lớn.一片平静的大水域。大きな静かな水域。잔잔한 큰 물.Une grande étendue d'eau calme.Una gran masa de agua tranquila.مسطح كبير من المياه الراكدة.स्थिर पानी का एक बड़ा शरीर।Большой водоем со стоячей водой.
a waterfall
/ə ˈwɔː.tə.fɔːl/
Water falling from a high place.
ទឹកធ្លាក់ពីទីខ្ពស់។น้ำที่ตกลงมาจากที่สูงNước rơi từ trên cao xuống.从高处落下的水。高いところから落ちる水。높은 곳에서 떨어지는 물.De l'eau qui tombe d'un endroit élevé.Agua que cae de un lugar alto.ماء يسقط من مكان مرتفع.ऊंचे स्थान से गिरता हुआ पानी।Вода, падающая с высокого места.
a boat
/ə bəʊt/
A small vehicle for traveling on water.
យានជំនិះតូចមួយសម្រាប់ធ្វើដំណើរលើទឹក។ยานพาหนะขนาดเล็กสำหรับเดินทางบนน้ำMột phương tiện nhỏ để di chuyển trên nước.在水上旅行的小型交通工具。水上を移動するための小さな乗り物。물 위를 여행하기 위한 작은 탈것.Un petit véhicule pour se déplacer sur l'eau.Un vehículo pequeño para viajar sobre el agua.مركبة صغيرة للسفر على الماء.पानी पर यात्रा करने के लिए एक छोटा वाहन।Небольшое транспортное средство для передвижения по воде.
a fish
/ə fɪʃ/
An animal that lives and swims in water.
សត្វដែលរស់នៅនិងហែលក្នុងទឹក។สัตว์ที่อาศัยและว่ายน้ำอยู่ในน้ำMột loài động vật sống và bơi trong nước.一种在水中生活和游泳的动物。水の中に住み、泳ぐ動物。물속에 살고 헤엄치는 동물.Un animal qui vit et nage dans l'eau.Un animal que vive y nada en el agua.حيوان يعيش ويسبح في الماء.एक जानवर जो पानी में रहता है और तैरता है।Животное, которое живет и плавает в воде.
a forest
/ə ˈfɒr.ɪst/
A large area covered with trees.
តំបន់ធំមួយដែលគ្របដណ្តប់ដោយដើមឈើ។พื้นที่ขนาดใหญ่ที่ปกคลุมด้วยต้นไม้Một khu vực rộng lớn được bao phủ bởi cây cối.覆盖着树木的大片区域。木に覆われた広い地域。나무로 덮인 넓은 지역.Une grande zone couverte d'arbres.Una gran área cubierta de árboles.مساحة كبيرة مغطاة بالأشجار.पेड़ों से ढका एक बड़ा क्षेत्र।Большая территория, покрытая деревьями.
Match the Definitions
a river
a lake
a waterfall
a boat
a fish
a forest
A large stream of flowing water
A large body of still water
Water falling from a high place
A small vehicle for traveling on water
An animal that swims in water
A large area covered with trees
2. Grammar: Present Simple
Use the Present Simple to talk about facts and routines. For He / She / It, we usually add -s to the verb.
Subject
Verb (Positive)
Verb (Negative)
I / You / We / They
work in the forest.
do not (don't) work.
He / She / It
works in the forest.
does not (doesn't) work.
Grammar Practice (Part 1: Positive)
1. I (live) in Koh Kong.
2. Makara (work) near the waterfall.
3. They (catch) fish in the river.
Grammar Practice (Part 2: Negative)
1. I (do not) have a boat.
2. Ratanak (does not) walk in the forest.
3. We (do not) swim in the waterfall.
3. Reading: Context in Koh Kong
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Makara and Ratanak live in Koh Kong. Koh Kong is beautiful. It has a big forest and clear rivers. Makara is an eco-ranger. She protects the waterfall and the forest. Ratanak is a fisher. He drives a small boat on the river. He catches fish every morning. In the afternoon, they meet at the lake. They drink fresh water and talk. The river water flows fast, but the lake is quiet. Makara loves the green forest. Ratanak loves the big river. They protect nature together.
Reading Comprehension
1. What does Makara protect?
2. Where does Ratanak drive his small boat?
4. Listening: Conversation
Makara and Ratanak meet in the morning. Listen to their conversation.
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Makara:
Hello, Ratanak! Do you work today?
Ratanak:
Yes, I do. I catch fish in the river.
Makara:
Does the boat go to the waterfall?
Ratanak:
No, it doesn't. The waterfall is dangerous for the boat. I go to the lake.
Makara:
Good! The lake is safe. I walk in the forest today.
Listening Quiz
1. Ratanak does not work today.
2. The boat goes to the waterfall.
5. Speaking: Roleplay Practice
Partner
Do you work in the forest?
Makara (You)
Yes, I do. I protect the trees.
Partner
Do you catch fish?
Makara (You)
No, I do not. Ratanak catches fish.
6. Writing: Your Turn
Look at the model text. Notice how the writer uses verbs with -s for he/she.
"I live in Koh Kong. I like the river. My friend Ratanak works on a boat. He catches fish."
Your Turn to Write
I in Cambodia. I the forest. Makara near the waterfall.
M3 Style Image Prompts (Midjourney/DALL-E)
IMAGE_FOR_HERO.png: Material Design 3 (M3) style digital illustration. A vibrant green landscape in Koh Kong, Cambodia, showing a clear river, lush forest, and a small waterfall. Makara (a female eco-ranger in a green uniform) stands next to Ratanak (a male fisher with a small boat). Bright, sunny, flat vector art. NO text, NO words.
IMAGE_FOR_READING.png: Material Design 3 (M3) style digital illustration. A wide scenic view of a quiet lake meeting a fast-flowing river in Koh Kong. A small traditional wooden boat floats peacefully. Minimalist, clean vector lines, pastel aesthetic. NO text.
IMAGE_FOR_LISTENING.png: Material Design 3 (M3) style digital illustration. Makara and Ratanak standing near the riverbank talking to each other. Makara is wearing a ranger hat and Ratanak holds a small fishing net. Modern UI pastel aesthetic. NO text.
VOCAB_1 (a river): Material Design 3 (M3) style digital illustration. A large stream of blue flowing water through a green landscape. Flat vector art. NO text.
VOCAB_2 (a lake): Material Design 3 (M3) style digital illustration. A large body of still, calm blue water surrounded by hills. Flat vector art. NO text.
VOCAB_3 (a waterfall): Material Design 3 (M3) style digital illustration. White and blue water falling vertically from a high rocky cliff into a pool below. Flat vector art. NO text.
VOCAB_4 (a boat): Material Design 3 (M3) style digital illustration. A small traditional wooden vehicle for traveling on water. Flat vector art. NO text.
VOCAB_5 (a fish): Material Design 3 (M3) style digital illustration. A simple, colorful animal that lives and swims in water, with fins and a tail. Flat vector art. NO text.
VOCAB_6 (a forest): Material Design 3 (M3) style digital illustration. A large green area covered with many tall trees. Flat vector art. NO text.
Voice Profile: Standard US English, Female, calm, articulate, slow, highly articulated pace suitable for A1 beginners.
Text: Makara and Ratanak live in Koh Kong. Koh Kong is beautiful. It has a big forest and clear rivers. Makara is an eco-ranger. She protects the waterfall and the forest. Ratanak is a fisher. He drives a small boat on the river. He catches fish every morning. In the afternoon, they meet at the lake. They drink fresh water and talk. The river water flows fast, but the lake is quiet. Makara loves the green forest. Ratanak loves the big river. They protect nature together.
Voice Profiles: Voice A (Makara): Female, clear, warm, slow-paced. Voice B (Ratanak): Male, friendly, articulate, slow-paced.
Text:
Makara: Hello, Ratanak! Do you work today?
Ratanak: Yes, I do. I catch fish in the river.
Makara: Does the boat go to the waterfall?
Ratanak: No, it doesn't. The waterfall is dangerous for the boat. I go to the lake.
Makara: Good! The lake is safe. I walk in the forest today.
