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Today’s Preparation DeterminesTomorrow’s AchievementThe Turning Point ofJohn Read this book to find out :1. What were the reasons behind John'sreluctance to get out of bed? 2.What led John to transform into a “newJohn”? Message

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Today’s Preparation DeterminesTomorrow’s AchievementThere was once a boy named John who didn’t wantto go to school. He felt tired, grumpy, and justwanted to stay in bed. Everything seemed hard andhopeless. He faced each day with a heavy heart."Why do I have to go to school?" he sighed,frowning.Turning Point of John - 1

Turning Point of John - 2Today’s Preparation DeterminesTomorrow’s AchievementJohn often made his parents and siblings angry.He did not want to listen. He did not want tostudy. It felt like life was just a big storm.

Today’s Preparation DeterminesTomorrow’s AchievementFortunately, John had friends and family who stillloved him. No matter how he behaved, they nevergave up on him. That made John think: "Why am Ibeing lazy and arguing with the people I love?"Turning Point of John - 3

Today’s Preparation DeterminesTomorrow’s AchievementOne fateful day, something changed in his heart. Itwas like seeing the light at the end of the tunnel.John smiled and whispered, "I want to change. Iwant to try again!"Turning Point of John - 4

Today’s Preparation DeterminesTomorrow’s AchievementJohn became the “new John.” He looked at his oldhomework and saw where he had gone wrong. Heknew that practice makes perfect! He took breaksand worked with a happy heart.Turning Point of John - 5

Today’s Preparation DeterminesTomorrow’s AchievementHe even went through a big dictionary to learn new words.He was turning over a new leaf! Each day, his mind grewstronger. He felt that he was becoming cleverer andbrighter with every passing day.Turning Point of John - 6

Today’s Preparation DeterminesTomorrow’s AchievementHe thanked his teachers and friends for their kindness. Hestudied hard for his exams. He also trained every day inbadminton—because one day, he wanted to play for hiscountry!Turning Point of John - 7

Today’s Preparation DeterminesTomorrow’s AchievementIt was not a bed of roses, but John kept going. Histeacher reminded him, “When the going gets tough,the tough get going.” He understood the messageand wanted to make his family and friends proud. Heremembered the saying, “Where there’s a will,there’s a way.”Where there’s a will,there’s a way.Turning Point of John - 8

Today’s Preparation DeterminesTomorrow’s AchievementTurning Point of John - 9 Reading Comprehension Quiz Choose the correct Answer. Why did john not want to go toschool at first? Q1. He had too many friends toplay withHe felt tired and hoplessHe was busy studying at home

Today’s Preparation DeterminesTomorrow’s AchievementTurning Point of John - 10 Reading Comprehension Quiz Choose the correct Answer. How did John’s family andfriends treat him when he wasbehaving badly? Q2. They gave up on himThey punished him harshlyThey continued to love andsupport him

Today’s Preparation DeterminesTomorrow’s AchievementTurning Point of John - 11 Reading Comprehension Quiz Choose the correct Answer. What made John decide tochange? Q3. He failed his examsHe realised he was hurting thepeople he lovedHis teacher scolded him

Today’s Preparation DeterminesTomorrow’s AchievementTurning Point of John - 12 Reading Comprehension Quiz Choose the correct Answer. What did John do to becomebetter at school? Q4. He memorized poems onlyHe copied his firend’shomeworkHe studied hard and practicedregularly

Today’s Preparation DeterminesTomorrow’s AchievementTurning Point of John - 13 Reading Comprehension Quiz Choose the correct Answer. What does the saying “When thegoing gets tough, the tough getgoing” mean in the story? Q5. Strong people give up whenthings are hardTough people work harderwhen life gets difficultProblems will go away on theirown

Today’s Preparation DeterminesTomorrow’s AchievementTurning Point of John - 14 Reading Comprehension Quiz Open Ended Questions What are some ways John's attitudechanged during the story? Q6. What role did John’s family and friendsplay in helping him change? Q7. What lesson can you learn from John’sstory? Q8.

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