1️⃣ To Parents
This story follows Eva through a magical adventure sparked by sound and memory. It explores the themes of self-worth, the power of voice, and quiet courage. Designed for upper elementary students, it weaves vivid description and past tense storytelling with a moral core rooted in listening and inner strength.
2️⃣ Today's Reading
Eva and the Door of Echoes
Eva had always loved quiet places. She often sat alone in the school garden, sketching in her notebook or listening to the wind.One afternoon, as she walked past the music room, she heard a strange hum. A gentle, low note—like someone humming a song only she could hear.
Following the sound, she found a wooden door she had never noticed before. Its handle was carved with swirling lines, and above it, the words glowed: “The Door of Echoes.”
Eva opened the door and stepped into a room filled with mist. Her footsteps echoed softly. In the center stood a circle of mirrors. From each one came a voice—some joyful, some frightened, some sad.
She heard a voice whisper, “You’re not good enough.”
Another said, “You always mess up.” She froze.
Then, a small mirror shimmered in front of her and said gently, “You are kind. You are brave. You are enough.”
Eva took a breath. “That’s my voice,” she said quietly.
The mist faded, and a soft light filled the room. The door opened again.
Back at school, Eva sat in the garden. She didn’t need to draw. She simply listened—to the breeze, the birds, and her own thoughts, now clear and strong.
3️⃣ New Vocabularies
- echo /ˈɛkoʊ/ – 回音
Eva’s footsteps echoed in the quiet room. - mist /mɪst/ – 薄霧
The room was filled with glowing mist. - whisper /ˈwɪspɚ/ – 低語
A voice whispered from the mirror. - shimmer /ˈʃɪmɚ/ – 閃閃發光
The mirror shimmered as it spoke. - brave /breɪv/ – 勇敢的
The mirror reminded Eva she was brave. - enough /ɪˈnʌf/ – 足夠的
Eva learned she was enough just as she was.
4️⃣ Hi, Kids!
Have you ever heard your inner voice say something unkind?
What kind things can you say to yourself instead? “Even though I felt unsure, I listened closely and realized...”
5️⃣ Questions
- What drew Eva to the hidden door?
A. A glowing light B. A song only she could hear C. A bird flying inside D. Her teacher called her - What did Eva find in the room?
A. A dragon B. A piano C. Mirrors with voices D. Floating books - What were the first voices like?
A. Loud and funny B. Mean and doubtful C. Happy and excited D. Silent - What helped Eva feel stronger?
A. The biggest mirror B. Her teacher’s words C. Her own kind voice D. A friend yelling - What did Eva do after returning to school?
A. Wrote a poem B. Stayed in class C. Sat quietly in the garden D. Told everyone about the room
6️⃣ 🌟 Good Job
Awesome work! Remember, your own voice is powerful—use it to remind yourself how strong, kind, and unique you are.
