
Hello Layla! I am very happy to meet today.

Hello Karim! I am happy too! Are you ready?

Yes! Today we speak about a picnic on a rainy day.

This is a very beautiful topic Karim! The rain is wonderful.

Yes, rain is a blessing and beauty, but it changes plans.

True! When rain falls, we change ideas quickly.

And today we learn six very useful phrases for conversation.

And the main phrase is: Our plans changed.

An excellent phrase! We say it when everything changes suddenly.

And do you have a funny story about that Karim?

Yes! And also we listen to a strange fact about ancient houses.

A fact about ancient houses on rainy days?

Yes! How people used to gather indoors happily.

I am very excited to hear the story Karim!

Let us start our enjoyable conversation now Layla.

Listen carefully friends, for the episode is very useful!

Let me tell you what happened with me on the weekend.

I am listening happily! Tell me all the details.

Last Saturday, I wanted a picnic in the park.

A picnic in the park with friends is a wonderful idea!

I prepared fresh fruits, juice, and bread in the bag.

And did you take juices and cakes with you too?

Yes, I took sweet cake, cold juice, and the picnic blanket.

And was the weather sunny in the morning?

Yes, the sun was shining and the weather was very beautiful.

Yummy! Delicious food and warm sun for a picnic!

We walked to the big park, and chose a quiet place.

And did you sit on the grass under the trees?

Yes, we spread the picnic blanket and sat laughing and talking.

And were you listening to beautiful sounds in the park?

Yes, leaves fluttered in the gentle breeze.

And how was the feeling at that moment?

We were very happy eating apples, oranges, and dates.

And did some other friends come too?

Yes, Sami and Muna came with warm tea!

And what happened after that Karim?

Suddenly, wind changed and many dark clouds appeared!

Oh my god! Dark clouds? Did the rain start?

Yes! And after one minute, the rain falls heavily!

What a surprise! What did you say to friends then?

I said in a loud voice: Our plans changed friends!

Hahaha! Of course, sitting in heavy rain is impossible!

Then I said to them: Let us look for a dry place!

And did you find a dry place in the park?

No, rain was strong and everyone was running towards cars.

And what did you do then Karim?

I took out my phone and said: I am calling everyone to go to my house!

A very smart idea! The house is warm and near.

We rode the car and went to the house quickly.

And what did you do when you reached the house?

We entered and said happily: We eat indoors today!

And was the indoor picnic enjoyable?

Yes! We placed food on table and drank hot tea.

And did you play games in the living room?

Yes, we played board games and enjoyed very much.

How wonderful! In the end everything is fine!

This is true! It was an unforgettable warm indoor picnic.

This story reminds me of traditional Arab heritage houses!

What do you know about traditional Arab heritage houses Layla?

In Damascus, Aleppo, and Andalusia, every house had an open courtyard.

Yes! The central courtyard has a water fountain and jasmine trees.

And on rainy days, rain fell into the courtyard.

And people sat in the enclosed inner hall.

And they used to put colorful carpets and warm cushions.

They drink mint tea and listen to the sound of rain!

A wonderful idea! The rain transformed into a family celebration.

Indeed, when I said our plans changed, it was a magical indoor picnic!

Now Karim, let us explain the phrases clearly to friends.

Of course! The first phrase is: Our plans changed.

Our plans changed means that we do a new unexpected thing.

For example, when we want to go out then stay at home.

We use this phrase when changing place or time.

True! And the second phrase is: The rain falls heavily.

The rain falls heavily means that water is abundant and strong from the sky.

For example, when we see water covering street and umbrellas.

And the third phrase is: Let us look for a dry place.

Let us look for a dry place we say it to step away from water and rain.

For example, when we enter bakery or cafe for shelter.

And the fourth phrase is: I am calling everyone.

I am calling everyone means informing all friends by phone quickly.

For example, when we send a message or talk on phone.

And the fifth phrase is: We eat indoors.

We eat indoors means enjoying food in the room or house.

For example, when we sit in living room around table.

And the sixth phrase is: Everything is fine.

Everything is fine means that the end is happy and very good.

Excellent! And now, which team are you from Layla?

I am from Team Mia! I love walking under umbrella in rain!

And I am from Team Ryan! I love indoor picnics with tea and games!

Hahaha! You love comfort and warmth at home Karim!

Yes! And indoor picnic has no mud and no rain!

I heard that seventy percent of people prefer home during rain.

In your view, what percentage of people love indoor picnics?

I think eighty percent! Food indoors is warm and delicious.

A big and beautiful number Layla!

The important thing is when you say our plans changed, we smile and enjoy!

Now Karim, it is time for the quick and enjoyable test!

I am completely ready Layla! Ask me all the questions.

First situation: You wanted to go to the park, then rain appeared. What do you say?

Of course Layla! I say: Our plans changed!

Excellent! Second situation: You look from window and see water falling strongly. What do you say?

This is very easy! I say: The rain falls heavily!

Correct answer! Third situation: You are in street and want a place away from water. What do you say?

In this situation I say: Let us look for a dry place!

Wonderful! Fourth situation: You want to inform all friends about the new place. What do you say?

I know the answer! I say: I am calling everyone!

Well done Karim! Fifth situation: You all decided to enjoy food at home. What do you say?

With all pleasure I say: We eat indoors!

Very smart! Sixth situation: Everything ended with happiness and reassurance. What do you say?

I smile and say: Everything is fine!

Seventh situation: Your friend asks you: Why are you at home today?

I answer him with a smile: Our plans changed because of rain!

Eighth situation: You were in street and heavy rain started. What do you say?

I say quickly: Let us look for a dry place!

Ninth situation: You want to invite friends for tea in your house. What do you say?

I hold the phone and say: I am calling everyone!

Tenth situation: Where do you want to sit in this cold?

I say happily: We eat indoors around the table!

Eleventh situation: What do you say when day ends happily?

I say warmly: Everything is fine friends!

Twelfth situation: How do we feel when we change the plan?

We smile and say: Our plans changed and today is beautiful!

Thirteenth situation: You wanted to ride the bicycle, then rain arrived. What do you say?

I smile and say: Our plans changed, we stay at home!

Fourteenth situation: What do you say to friends when they wait in the wind?

I say quickly: Let us look for a dry place!

Fifteenth situation: How do you describe the end of the picnic at home?

I say happily: Everything is fine, and the food is delicious!

Wonderful answers Karim! You passed the test completely!

Thank you Layla! The phrase our plans changed is easy and very useful!

Now we reached the end friends!

And we have a small task for you tomorrow morning!

When anything changes in your day, stand in front of the mirror.

And say in a loud voice three times: Our plans changed!

Repeating the phrase in the mirror makes speaking easy and fast!

Always remember hot tea and indoor picnic during rain!

Thank you for the beautiful listening today!

Goodbye in a new and enjoyable episode friends!

Goodbye! Go with safety!