Diego and his three best friends—Ana, Luis, and Sofía—are thrilled because their favorite K-pop group, Eclipse, is coming to Mexico City. After an intense afternoon of refreshing pages and coordinating tasks, they successfully buy tickets for the concert. Over the following days, they plan their outfits, signs, and photos, but a problem arises when Ana risks not being allowed to go unless she finishes a school project. The group teams up to help her complete it just in time.

Soon, the long-awaited day arrives, and the friends travel together from Guadalajara to Mexico City for their first parent-free trip. Surrounded by excited fans, they experience an unforgettable night of music, lights, and shared joy. By the end, they know this concert—and the memories they created—will stay with them forever.

Listen and answer the following questions:

1. Why was buying the concert tickets an important moment for Diego and his friends?

2. How did teamwork help the group overcome the problem with Ana’s school project?

3. What part of the friends’ planning before the concert do you think was the most exciting, and why?

4. If you were part of this group, what would you prepare or bring for the concert, and why?

5. Describe a moment in the story that reminded you of an experience you have had with your friends.

Sofia and her classmates travel to Barcelona, Spain, for an unforgettable school trip. They explore famous places like La Rambla, the Sagrada Familia, Park Güell, and the beach, enjoying Spanish food, art, and culture. Sofia and her best friend Elena take photos, buy souvenirs, and share fun moments with their friends. Before leaving, they visit Camp Nou stadium, a highlight for many students. When the trip ends, Sofia realizes that traveling is not only about seeing new places but also about making memories and sharing experiences with people you care about.

Grammar: Past Simple.

Topics: Discovering a new country.

Listen and answer the following questions:

1. What were some of the places Sofia and her classmates visited in Barcelona?

2. How did Sofia feel during the trip, and what did she learn from it?

3. What activities did Sofia and Elena enjoy doing together during the trip?

4. Why was visiting Camp Nou so special for the group?

5. If you could visit any city in the world with your friends, which one would you choose and why?

On a sunny July afternoon, the town of Brookfield celebrates its annual Summer Festival with music, food, and laughter. Anna and her best friend Leo are enjoying the day—she’s watching the dancers, and he’s taking photos for the school magazine. When the mayor announces a surprise dance contest, Anna convinces the hesitant Leo to join. To their surprise, they win the competition and become the festival’s champions. As fireworks light up the evening sky, Anna, Leo, and Max realize they are making unforgettable summer memories together.

Grammar focus: Present Progressive

Topics: Friendship & Youth Festival.

Listen and answer the following questions:

1. What are Anna and Leo doing at the beginning of the story?

2. How does the atmosphere of the festival make people feel?

3. Why do Anna and Leo decide to join the dance contest?

4. What happens when Anna and Leo win the competition?

5. What would you do if you were at the festival—would you join the dance contest like Anna and Leo? Why or why not?