Canada Helps Ukrainian Children and Fights Russia

May 9, 2026, 13:44
CanadaInternational

Introduction

Minister Anita Anand is visiting Europe and the Middle East. She wants to bring Ukrainian children home and take money from Russia.

Main Body

Russia took many children from Ukraine. Canada and other countries want to help these children go home. Some people say Russia took 20,000 children. Other people say the number is 35,000. Only 2,000 children are home now. Canada talks to many countries like Qatar, Chile, and Argentina. They want to find the children quickly. They do not want to argue about laws right now. They want to help families first. Canada also wants to take Russian money from banks in Belgium. Canada wants to use this money to help Ukraine fight. Belgium is worried about this. Also, Canada wants NATO to protect the Arctic area.

Conclusion

Canada works with other countries to help families and punish Russia.

Learning

🌍 Who is doing what?

In English, we put the Person first, then the Action. Look at how we describe Canada in the text:

  • Canada (Person/Country) β†’\rightarrow talks (Action) β†’\rightarrow to countries.
  • Canada (Person/Country) β†’\rightarrow wants (Action) β†’\rightarrow to take money.

The "S" Rule for A2: When we talk about one person, one company, or one country (like Canada), we add an -s to the action word.

Canada wants β‰ \neq Canada want

Simple Word Swap You can use this same pattern for your own life:

  • I want β†’\rightarrow He wants
  • I talk β†’\rightarrow She talks
  • I help β†’\rightarrow It helps

Quick Vocabulary List

  • Take: To get something (e.g., Take money)
  • Bring: To move something toward a place (e.g., Bring children home)
  • Fight: To struggle against someone

Vocabulary Learning

Canada (n.)
a country in North America
Example:Canada is known for its maple syrup.
Ukraine (n.)
a country in Eastern Europe
Example:Ukraine is a country that borders Russia.
Russia (n.)
a large country in Eastern Europe and Asia
Example:Russia is the largest country in the world.
children (n.)
young people who are not adults
Example:Children enjoy playing in the park.
home (n.)
the place where you live
Example:After school, she goes home.
money (n.)
currency used to buy goods
Example:He saved his money for a trip.
bank (n.)
a place where money is kept
Example:She went to the bank to withdraw money.
Belgium (n.)
a country in Western Europe
Example:Belgium is famous for its chocolate.
NATO (n.)
an international military alliance
Example:NATO helps member countries defend each other.
Arctic (adj.)
relating to the area around the North Pole
Example:The Arctic is very cold.
area (n.)
a region or space
Example:The park is a nice area for walking.
family (n.)
a group of related people
Example:My family lives in a small house.
help (v.)
to give assistance
Example:I will help you with your homework.
fight (v.)
to have a battle or conflict
Example:They will fight for their rights.
punish (v.)
to give a penalty for wrongdoing
Example:The judge will punish the criminal.
visit (v.)
to go to see someone or a place
Example:We will visit the museum tomorrow.
bring (v.)
to carry something to a place
Example:Please bring your books to class.
take (v.)
to get or hold something
Example:She will take the bus to school.
argue (v.)
to have a disagreement about something
Example:They argue about politics.
law (n.)
a rule that people must follow
Example:The law says you must wear a seatbelt.
quickly (adv.)
fast, in a short time
Example:She ran quickly to catch the bus.
worry (v.)
to feel anxious about something
Example:I worry about my exams.
protect (v.)
to keep safe from danger
Example:The shield protects the king.
work (v.)
to do a job or task
Example:I work at a bakery.
talk (v.)
to speak with someone
Example:They talk about their plans.
find (v.)
to discover something
Example:I find the book interesting.
use (v.)
to employ something for a purpose
Example:Use a pen to write.