JAM topic · Beginner

My Favourite Book to Read

Talk about a book you love to read and explain why it is special to you.

How to structure your minute

  1. 1

    Start

    state the title of the book

  2. 2

    Middle

    describe what the book is about

  3. 3

    End

    explain why you enjoy reading it

Sample answer

about 143 words · 1 minute

My favourite book to read is a simple story about a friendly dog who goes on fun adventures. I got this book as a gift from my teacher last year, and I have read it many times. The story is set in a small village where the dog helps people every day. I really like the main character because he is very smart and kind to everyone. The pictures in the book are bright and colourful, which makes reading it very fun. Whenever I have some free time in the afternoon, I sit near the window with this book. Reading it always makes me feel happy and relaxed after a long day. I think it is a wonderful story for anyone who loves animals. I hope to find more books like this one in the future because reading brings me so much joy.

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Useful phrases

  • favourite book to...

    My favourite book to read is about adventure.

  • a gift from...

    This watch was a gift from my grandmother.

  • the main character...

    The main character in this movie is very brave.

  • feel happy and...

    I feel happy and relaxed when I listen to music.

Common mistakes

I readed this book three times.

I have read this book three times.

The past participle of read is written as read but pronounced differently.

The story is about a dog which it is smart.

The story is about a dog which is smart.

Do not repeat the subject pronoun after using a relative pronoun.

Tips for this topic

  • Speak slowly and clearly when mentioning the title and characters of the book.
  • Use simple descriptive words like happy, colourful, or fun to keep going.

Now say it yourself

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