PaginePaginepagineapp.comOn sports day, Leo lined up for the big race.
"Ready, set, go!" shouted Coach Ruiz.
Leo ran fast, but halfway there he tripped and fell.
His knee hurt a little, and he wanted to stop.
Then he heard his friends: "You can do it, Leo!"
Leo got up and ran to the finish line. He was last, but he was proud.
Listen to the story. Then answer the questions.
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Free read aloud comprehension printable for K & Grade 1 (Leo and the Big Race): listen to the original story “Leo and the Big Race”. Skill: Listens with interest to stories read aloud (first-grade readiness). Level: Kindergarten & Grade 1 — also great for Reception / EYFS (UK) and Foundation (Australia).
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It is designed for Kindergarten & Grade 1 (ages 5–7), but use it with any child who is ready.
Listens with interest to stories read aloud (first-grade readiness).
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