Description of the birch tree's location (e.g., on the riverbank or in a meadow). The Tree in Different Seasons: Summer: Lush green leaves, cool shade, and childhood games.
Read the source text twice. The first time, focus on the overall meaning; the second time, note down keywords and the sequence of events.
Pay attention to verb conjugations (1st vs. 2nd conjugation), as this is a major focus in the 6th-grade curriculum.
The meadow becomes "empty and bare," and the birch sheds its leaves, changing the mood of the landscape.