Category English Short Stories

Fun short stories for beginner English learners.

Thumbelina

Exercise 1: Vocabulary 1. Enchanting (adjective): Definition: Delightfully charming, captivating, or magical.Example: The forest had an enchanting atmosphere, with its shimmering streams and glowing fireflies. 2. Delicate (adjective): Definition: Fragile, dainty, or easily damaged due to being small or lightweight.Example:…

The Ugly Duckling

Exercise 1: Vocabulary 1. Serene (adjective): Definition: Calm, peaceful, and untroubled. Example: The pond by the farm was so serene that it became a favorite spot for picnics. 2. Peculiar (adjective): Definition: Strange or unusual in an interesting or distinctive…

The Three Little Pigs

Exercise 1: Vocabulary 1. Diligent (adjective): Definition: Showing careful and persistent effort or work. Example: Oliver was diligent in building his house, working tirelessly to make it sturdy. 2. Foundation (noun): Definition: The base or groundwork on which something is…

The Princess and the Pea

Exercise 1: Vocabulary 1. Kingdom Definition: A country or territory ruled by a king or queen. Example: The grand kingdom was known for its majestic castles and lush landscapes. 2. Authenticity Definition: The quality of being genuine or real. Example:…

The Pied Piper of Hamelin

Exercise 1: Vocabulary 1. Quaint (adjective): Definition: Attractively unusual or old-fashioned in a charming way. Example: The quaint town of Hamelin was known for its picturesque cottages and cobblestone streets. 2. Infested (adjective): Definition: To be overrun or invaded by…

The Little Mermaid

Exercise 1: Vocabulary 1. Mermaid (noun): Definition: A mythical sea creature with the upper body of a human and the lower body of a fish.Example: Ariel was a curious and adventurous mermaid who longed to explore the human world. 2.…

The Gingerbread Man

Exercise 1: Vocabulary 1. Cozy (adjective): Definition: Comfortably warm and snug, providing a feeling of comfort and security. Example: The cozy cottage by the forest was the perfect place for the old woman to bake her gingerbread man. 2. Mixture…

The Frog Prince

Exercise 1: Vocabulary 1. Verdant (adjective) Definition: Green with lush vegetation; covered in fresh, green plants. Example: The princess often took walks in the verdant gardens of her castle. 2. Crystal-clear (adjective) Definition: Perfectly transparent and easy to see through.…

The Emperor’s New Clothes

Exercise 1: Vocabulary 1. Clever: (adjective) Definition: Quick to understand, learn, and devise ideas; intelligent.Example: The clever weavers deceived the Emperor with their false claims of magical fabric. 2. Extraordinary: (adjective) Definition: Very unusual, remarkable, or impressive.Example: The weavers promised…

Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs

Exercise 1: Vocabulary 1. Fairest: (adjective) Definition: Most beautiful or attractive in appearance.Example: Snow White was considered the fairest princess in the land. 2. Jealousy:(noun) Definition: A feeling of envy or resentment towards someone else’s possessions, qualities, or achievements.Example: The…