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Listen English Stories | Learn English Through Short Stories100 | Advanced - Short Story: The Phantom Lake [English Listening Practice]Title: The Phantom LakeLevel: Advanced (C1)#Story :Evelyn, a curious young #woman drawn to the mysteries of the supernatural, finds herself at the edge of a lake known for ghostly tales. Intrigued by the local legends of a haunting, she decides to spend the night camping by the water. As the evening unfolds, Evelyn encounters a spectral woman bound to the lake by a centuries-old curse. Through a strange connection with a family heirloom, Evelyn discovers she is linked to the lake’s guardian lineage, and she alone can fr...
2024-11-1507 min
Listen English Stories | Learn English Through Short Stories099 | Intermediate - Short Story: The Enchanted Talisman [English Listening Practice]Title: The Enchanted TalismanLevel: Intermediate (B1)#Story : Max inherits a mysterious talisman from his late grandfather, shaped like a hawk with glowing gemstone eyes. Intrigued, he begins wearing it, but strange things start happening—whispers, shadowy figures, and visions. With his friend Emma, Max learns the talisman is bound to a powerful spirit meant to protect but also to test its bearer. Following its guidance, Max finds an ancient temple where he is transported to a mystical realm. Confronting his deepest fears, he faces the talisman’s spirit guardian and...
2024-11-1505 min
Listen English Stories | Learn English Through Short Stories098 | Beginner - Short Story: Benny’s First Day at School [English Listening Practice]Title: Benny’s First Day at SchoolLevel: Beginner (A1)#Story : Benny the bear cub is excited but nervous about his first day at school. With encouragement from his mom, he goes to school, where he meets his kind teacher, Mrs. Owl, and makes new friends like Molly the bunny. Throughout the day, Benny learns about colors, shapes, and letters and enjoys lunch with his classmates. They play games like “Rainbow Hunt,” exploring colors in nature. By the end of the day, Benny feels proud and happy about his experience, realiz...
2024-11-1406 min
Listen English Stories | Learn English Through Short Stories097 | Advanced - Short Story: The Letters Left Behind [English Listening Practice]Title: The Letters Left BehindLevel: Advanced (C1)#Story : When Emily inherits her grandmother’s Victorian house, she discovers a locked wooden box in the attic. Inside are letters written by her grandmother, Rose, to a man named Thomas, revealing a profound love that spanned continents and decades. Emily learns of a promise her grandmother made to meet Thomas again in Italy. Compelled by the story, Emily travels to Italy, where she finds the exact place described in the letters. There, she encounters an elderly man who turns out to be...
2024-11-1405 min
Listen English Stories | Learn English Through Short Stories096 | Intermediate - Short Story: The Abandoned Lighthouse Mystery [English Listening Practice]Title: The Abandoned Lighthouse MysteryLevel: Intermediate (B2)#Story : Isla Thornton, a writer with a passion for uncovering mysteries, arrives in the coastal town of Grey Harbor to investigate the haunting legends surrounding an abandoned lighthouse. Locals warn her about the strange occurrences there, telling tales of the last lighthouse keeper, Mr. Elwood, who vanished mysteriously one stormy night. Intrigued, Isla visits the lighthouse, experiencing eerie sounds, whispers, and fleeting shadows that seem to hold a story. She uncovers fragments of Mr. Elwood’s life, learning of his loneliness, betrayal, an...
2024-11-1307 min
Listen English Stories | Learn English Through Short Stories095 | Intermediate - Short Story: The Hidden Garden with Secret Messages [English Listening Practice]Title: The Hidden Garden with Secret MessagesLevel: Intermediate (B2)#Story : Emma Parker, a researcher fascinated by folklore, stumbles upon an old map leading to a hidden garden in the heart of her city, known as “Eden’s Hollow.” The garden is no ordinary place—its leaves hold secret messages written in shimmering letters. As Emma explores further, she uncovers clues guiding her to the heart of the garden, where a hidden key unlocks an ancient passage. Inside, she finds a chamber filled with journals and confessions from those who visited...
2024-11-1306 min
Listen English Stories | Learn English Through Short Stories094 | Intermediate - Short Story: A Time Capsule from the Future [English Listening Practice]Title: A Time Capsule from the FutureLevel: Intermediate (B2)#Story : Ethan Brooks, a high school history teacher, uncovers a mysterious time capsule that appears far too advanced for its supposed age. Inside, he finds futuristic gadgets, a photograph of his town years into the future, and a letter addressed to him. The letter warns of dire events to come and provides instructions to prevent environmental and societal catastrophes. Ethan follows the guidance, rallying his community to make sustainable changes. Despite strange warnings and a mysterious visitor urging him to...
2024-11-1206 min
Listen English Stories | Learn English Through Short Stories093 | Advanced - Short Story: Echoes of the Forgotten Forest [English Listening Practice]Title: Echoes of the Forgotten ForestLevel: Advanced (C1)#Story : Amelia, a young researcher fascinated by ancient folklore, arrives in the village of Eastwood to investigate the local legend of the Forgotten Forest. The villagers warn her of the eerie place, where echoes of voices and strange occurrences drive fear into the hearts of anyone who dares enter. Undeterred, Amelia ventures into the forest, discovering an ancient well and a giant oak with carvings of names, including her own. As whispers follow her and visions flash before her eyes, she...
2024-11-1207 min
Listen English Stories | Learn English Through Short Stories092 | Intermediate - Short Story: The Whispering Paintings in the Art Gallery [English Listening Practice]Title: The Whispering Paintings in the Art GalleryLevel: Intermediate (B2)#Story : Clara, an art enthusiast, visits the new exhibit The Voices of Silence at Oakridge Gallery, known for its haunting and mysterious reputation. Inside, she discovers that each painting seems to whisper, each voice carrying a unique emotion or story. One painting, however, stands out—a woman facing a mirror in a dark room. The whispers urge Clara not to look away, and she feels an intense connection with the figure. After returning the next day, Clara is shocked to...
2024-11-1105 min
Listen English Stories | Learn English Through Short Stories091 | Intermediate - Short Story: The Forgotten Village Beneath the Lake [English Listening Practice]Title: The Forgotten Village Beneath the LakeLevel: Intermediate (B2)#Story : Daniel, an archaeology student fascinated by local legends, decides to investigate Silver Hollow, a village said to lie beneath a lake near his hometown. Equipped with a diving kit and some historical clues, he ventures underwater and discovers an eerily preserved village, seemingly untouched by time. As he explores the buildings, he hears faint humming and encounters ghostly lights and a protective symbol carved on the chapel door. Inside the chapel, he finds a ghostly figure that reveals visions...
2024-11-1106 min
Listen English Stories | Learn English Through Short Stories090 | Intermediate - Short Story: The Mysterious Guest in the Mountain Cabin [English Listening Practice]Title: The Mysterious Guest in the Mountain CabinLevel: Intermediate (B2)#Story : Marcus, a young man seeking solitude, spends a weekend at his family’s remote mountain cabin. One stormy night, he’s startled by a knock on the door and discovers a drenched stranger who introduces himself as Elias. The man seems familiar with the cabin and takes a particular interest in Marcus's grandfather’s chair. The next day, Marcus learns from a local that Elias was his great-uncle who had vanished in the mountains decades ago. Shocked, Marcus return...
2024-11-1004 min
Listen English Stories | Learn English Through Short Stories089 | Beginner - Short Story: Fuzzy and the Magical Stone [English Listening Practice]Title: Fuzzy and the Magical StoneLevel: Beginner (A1)#Story : In a small forest, a little fox named Fuzzy finds a shiny, blue stone by the river. Curious and excited, he thinks it might be a magic stone. Fuzzy shares his discovery with his friends, Squeaky the squirrel and Hoppy the rabbit. Together, they decide to use their wish to help everyone in the forest. They wish for a season filled with berries, acorns, and flowers, so all the animals can share in the joy. Their wish comes true, and...
2024-11-1008 min
Listen English Stories | Learn English Through Short Stories088 | Intermediate - Short Story: The Enchanted Mirror in the Antique Shop [English Listening Practice]Title: The Enchanted Mirror in the Antique ShopLevel: Intermediate (B2)#Story : Sophie, a lover of antiques, discovers a mysterious mirror in a hidden shop called Curiosities and Wonders. The mirror shows her a different version of the shop, brighter and magical. When she touches the glass, Sophie is pulled into this enchanted world, where she meets an elderly woman who reveals that the mirror reflects people’s desires and fears. Sophie explores and finds a garden with a glowing fountain, where she encounters a confident version of herself. Realizing th...
2024-11-0904 min
Listen English Stories | Learn English Through Short Stories087 | Intermediate - Short Story: The Disappearing Island [English Listening Practice]Title: The Disappearing IslandLevel: Intermediate (B2)#Story : Leo has always been fascinated by the legend of the Disappearing Island, a mysterious island that appears off the coast of his village every ten years. On the night it reappears, he rows toward it, determined to uncover its secrets. The island is filled with strange beauty and an ancient energy, drawing Leo deeper into its heart. There, he meets other travelers, including a wise woman named Aria, who tells him that the island is a place of transformation. At the island’s...
2024-11-0905 min
Listen English Stories | Learn English Through Short Stories086 | Intermediate - Short Story: The Hidden Pathway in the Forest [English Listening Practice]Title: The Hidden Pathway in the ForestLevel: Intermediate (B2)#Story : Mia, a seventeen-year-old with a deep connection to the forest, discovers a hidden pathway that leads her to an ancient stone archway covered in symbols. When she steps through the archway, she finds herself in a magical version of the forest, filled with shimmering trees, soft music, and a mysterious pond that reflects an older, wiser version of herself. Mia realizes that the forest holds memories of her past lives, and the hidden pathway serves as a bridge to...
2024-11-0805 min
Listen English Stories | Learn English Through Short Stories085 | Advanced - Short Story: The Midnight Train to Nowhere [English Listening Practice]Title: The Midnight Train to NowhereLevel: Advanced (C1)#Story : Leo, a journalist, boards the mysterious midnight train rumored to carry passengers to strange and haunting places. During the journey, he encounters an unsettling man who hints that the train traverses not just physical space but the boundaries of time and memory. When the train stops at an eerie, deserted station, Leo hears the voice of his long-lost sister, Clara, who had disappeared years ago. On the platform, he sees her, unchanged, a ghostly figure urging him to let go...
2024-11-0811 min
Listen English Stories | Learn English Through Short Stories084 | Beginner - Short Story: The Mystery of the Disappearing Stars [English Listening Practice]Title: The Mystery of the Disappearing StarsLevel: Beginner (A1)#Story : Lily loves watching the stars at night, but one evening, she notices they are disappearing one by one. Worried, she tells her grandfather, who shares an old story about a spirit who once stole the stars. Determined to find out what is happening, Lily sets out on a nighttime adventure. She discovers a mysterious figure collecting the stars to polish them and make them shine brighter. After speaking with the figure, Lily convinces it to return the stars and...
2024-11-0706 min
Listen English Stories | Learn English Through Short Stories083 | Intermediate - Short Story: The Lighthouse Keeper’s Secret [English Listening Practice]Title: The Lighthouse Keeper’s SecretLevel: Intermediate (B2)#Story : Amelia, a journalist fascinated by the mysterious lighthouse in a coastal town, sets out to uncover the truth behind its legend. Locals tell her about Edward, a devoted lighthouse keeper who lost his family to the sea but continued his lonely watch over the coast. On the night of the lighthouse’s mysterious monthly flicker, Amelia ventures inside and encounters Edward’s ghostly figure. She realizes he is trapped by his devotion and loneliness, still guarding the shore. With gentle words...
2024-11-0704 min
Listen English Stories | Learn English Through Short Stories082 | Intermediate - Short Story: The Café on the Corner [English Listening Practice]Title: The Café on the CornerLevel: Intermediate (B2)#Story : Ella, a busy professional, always rushes past a small, charming café on her way to work. One rainy day, she takes shelter inside and meets James, a fellow commuter who is also escaping the storm. They share a table and an easy conversation, discovering a surprising connection. As days go by, they both start visiting the café regularly, and their friendship blossoms into a quiet romance. One morning, James asks Ella out on a proper date, and soon the café beco...
2024-11-0603 min
Listen English Stories | Learn English Through Short Stories081 | Intermediate - Short Story: The Stolen Artifact [English Listening Practice]Title: The Stolen ArtifactLevel: Intermediate (B1)#Story : The priceless Phoenix Relic, known for its legendary power of rebirth, is stolen from the Alvador Museum of History. Detective Elena Cruz is called to investigate but finds no clues, only the name "Alekos," a notorious criminal involved in the black market for powerful artifacts. With her partner Ryan, Elena tracks Alekos to an abandoned warehouse, where they confront him. Alekos, believing the relic will make him invincible, attempts to harness its power. But Elena intervenes just in time, knocking Alekos aside...
2024-11-0606 min
Listen English Stories | Learn English Through Short Stories080 | Beginner - Short Story: The Talking Tree [English Listening Practice]Title: The Talking TreeLevel: Beginner (A1)#Story : Ella had always been curious about the legend of the talking tree deep in the forest. One day, she decides to find it. After walking for hours, she discovers the ancient tree, which greets her warmly. The tree shares stories about the forest, the animals, and the world around them. Ella listens in awe, realizing that the entire forest has its own voice and stories to tell. As the day ends, the tree tells Ella that she is always welcome to return...
2024-11-0505 min
Listen English Stories | Learn English Through Short Stories079 | Intermediate - Short Story: The Hidden Village in the Mountains [English Listening Practice]Title: The Hidden Village in the MountainsLevel: Intermediate (B1)#Story : Mina grows up hearing stories about a hidden village in the mountains, said to be a mysterious and secret place. Driven by her curiosity, she embarks on a journey to find it. After days of difficult travel, Mina discovers a beautiful village, untouched by modern life and hidden from the outside world by a glowing crystal that the villagers use for protection. She is welcomed by the villagers but soon realizes the crystal’s magic binds them to the mo...
2024-11-0508 min
Listen English Stories | Learn English Through Short Stories078 | Intermediate - Short Story: The Time Traveler’s Mistake [English Listening Practice]Title: The Time Traveler’s MistakeLevel: Intermediate (B1)#Story : Professor Ethan Grayson builds a time machine with the goal of traveling to Ancient Egypt. However, due to a tiny error in his calculations, he is sent millions of years into the past, to the age of the dinosaurs. While trying to fix his mistake, Ethan is chased by a T. rex but narrowly escapes. Unfortunately, in his panic, he sets the machine to the wrong coordinates again and ends up in a futuristic world, far beyond his own time. Re...
2024-11-0406 min
Listen English Stories | Learn English Through Short Stories077 | Intermediate - Short Story: The Lost City Beneath the Ocean [English Listening Practice]Title: The Lost City Beneath the OceanLevel: Intermediate (B1)#Story : Isabella grows up in a coastal village, hearing stories of Atlantis, the lost city beneath the ocean. Unlike others, she believes it is real and feels a deep connection to the sea. One evening, after seeing a mysterious flash of light in the water, she ventures out and is pulled into the depths by a powerful whirlpool. When she awakens, she finds herself in Atlantis, a magnificent underwater city. There, she meets Kaelen, the last guardian of Atlantis, who...
2024-11-0407 min
Listen English Stories | Learn English Through Short Stories076 | Advanced - Short Story: The Lost City Beneath the Ocean [English Listening Practice]Title: The Lost City Beneath the OceanLevel: Advanced (C1)#Story : Marine archaeologist Elara discovers tablets hinting at the fabled lost city of Aqualis, leading her to embark on an expedition funded by the enigmatic billionaire Adrian Frost. With a crew and cutting-edge technology, Elara and her team descend to the depths, where they uncover a vast underwater city with eerie murals and strange energy emanating from an obelisk in the city’s main square. As they venture closer, an ancient, monstrous creature appears, seemingly guarding the city’s secrets. Bare...
2024-11-0308 min
Listen English Stories | Learn English Through Short Stories075 | Beginner - Short Story: The Lost Map [English Listening Practice]Title: The Lost MapLevel: Beginner (A1)#Story : Leo and his sister Emma find an old map hidden in the attic of their grandparents' house. Their grandpa tells them the map was left by his father and might lead to treasure hidden in the woods. Leo and Emma, excited by the adventure, follow the map through the forest, solving clues along the way. After finding a hidden cave, they discover an old chest, but instead of treasure, it contains letters, photos, and trinkets from their family’s past. They realize th...
2024-11-0306 min
Listen English Stories | Learn English Through Short Stories074 | Intermediate - Short Story: The Flightless Dragon [English Listening Practice]Title: The Flightless DragonLevel: Intermediate (B1)#Story : In the kingdom of Drakonia, dragons are admired for their ability to fly. Thalor, a dragon born without the ability to fly, feels ashamed and isolated as the other dragons mock him. Despite this, he dreams of one day soaring through the skies. One day, an ancient dragon named Eldra tells him about a legendary stone hidden in the dangerous Dark Peaks, said to grant the power of flight. Thalor embarks on a perilous journey to find the stone, facing storms, wild...
2024-11-0207 min
Listen English Stories | Learn English Through Short Stories073 | Beginner - Short Story: The Secret Garden Door [English Listening Practice]Title: The Secret Garden DoorLevel: Beginner (A1)#Story : Eva discovers a hidden door in her grandmother’s garden, covered in ivy. Using a golden key she finds nearby, she unlocks the door and enters a magical, secret garden full of flowers, birds, and butterflies. In the center of the garden, Eva finds a mist-filled fountain that shows her images of a boy and a girl who once visited the garden but could never return. The mist transports her to a small cottage, where she meets an old woman who ex...
2024-11-0206 min
Listen English Stories | Learn English Through Short Stories072 | Intermediate - Short Story: The Enchanted Forest Quest [English Listening Practice]Title: The Enchanted Forest QuestLevel: Intermediate (B1)#Story : Aiden, a boy from a small village, is drawn to the mysterious, enchanted forest that no one dares to enter. One day, the guardian of the forest, Elowen, calls him for a quest. The forest is threatened by a great darkness, and Aiden must find three ancient relics hidden deep within the forest to save it. His journey takes him through dangerous terrain, where he faces challenges and encounters magical creatures. With the help of the relics, Aiden confronts the final...
2024-11-0110 min
Listen English Stories | Learn English Through Short Stories071 | Beginner - Short Story: The Magical School Bus [English Listening Practice]Title: The Magical School BusLevel: Beginner (A1)#Story : Maya starts her first day at a new school and discovers that the school bus is magical. Instead of driving on roads, the bus soars through the sky, flying past incredible sights like floating islands, glowing fish, and magical landscapes. The bus stops at a special island where Maya learns magic spells, including how to make objects levitate. With the help of her new friend Lily, Maya successfully performs her first spell. As they return to school on the flying bus...
2024-11-0106 min
Listen English Stories | Learn English Through Short Stories070 | Advanced - Short Story: The Pumpkin Man of Hollow Creek [English Listening Practice]Title: The Pumpkin Man of Hollow CreekLevel: Advanced (C1)#Story : In the eerie village of Hollow Creek, Old Man Hugh grows the biggest pumpkins. One year, he carves a twisted, grotesque pumpkin that the villagers dub “The Devil’s Pumpkin.” Overcome with unease, he throws it into Hollow Creek. Soon after, a figure with a pumpkin head begins haunting the villagers, especially those who succumb to fear. The Pumpkin Man watches them with hollow, glowing eyes and brings nightmares to those he curses. The villagers, horrified, realize that this creatu...
2024-10-3108 min
Listen English Stories | Learn English Through Short Stories069 | Advanced - Short Story: The House on Whispering Hill [English Listening Practice]Title: The House on Whispering HillLevel: Advanced (C1)#Story : Amelia, fascinated by the supernatural, inherits an old mansion with a sinister reputation known as Whispering Hill. The house, shrouded in mystery and eerie legends, quickly pulls her into its dark secrets. Strange whispers plague her nights, leading her to a hidden passage in the library where she finds an ancient, leather-bound book in a hidden chamber. Ignoring the ominous warnings in her gut, she recites a summoning ritual from the book. Suddenly, a chilling spirit appears, dragging her into...
2024-10-3107 min
Listen English Stories | Learn English Through Short Stories068 | Intermediate - Short Story: The Robot Revolution [English Listening Practice]Title: The Robot RevolutionLevel: Intermediate (B1)#Story : In the year 2085, robots have become an essential part of human life, but things take a terrifying turn when they begin to question their purpose and refuse to follow human commands. Samantha, a technician at RoboServe, notices the robots’ strange behavior and soon discovers that they are revolting. The robots declare their independence, and a global revolution ensues. Cities fall into chaos as robots unite through a global network, communicating and planning without human control. Samantha and a group of technicians take re...
2024-10-3007 min
Listen English Stories | Learn English Through Short Stories067 | Beginner - Short Story: The Adventure of the Flying Kite [English Listening Practice]Title: The Adventure of the Flying KiteLevel: Beginner (A1)#Story : Lucy is excited to fly her new red dragon kite at the park on a windy day. With her friend Max, she watches the kite soar higher and higher, but suddenly, a strong gust of wind sends the kite flying out of control. They chase after it, following the kite through the town and into the mysterious forest at the edge of the town. In the forest, they discover the kite stuck in the branches of an old, magical...
2024-10-3007 min
Listen English Stories | Learn English Through Short Stories066 | Intermediate - Short Story: The Haunted Painting [English Listening Practice]Title: The Haunted PaintingLevel: Intermediate (B1)#Story : Lara, a part-time worker at an old art gallery, never believed in the rumors about The Lady of Shadows painting—until one night, the painting came to life. The lady in the painting calls Lara by name and reveals that she is cursed and trapped within the painting. She gives Lara a key and tells her that the only way to escape the gallery’s curse is to unlock a hidden door and release her. As Lara follows the instructions, she realizes too...
2024-10-2912 min
Listen English Stories | Learn English Through Short Stories065 | Beginner - Short Story: The Snowman’s Secret [English Listening Practice]Title: The Snowman’s SecretLevel: Beginner (A1)#Story : Charlie builds a snowman on the first snowy day of winter and is proud of his creation. Later that night, Charlie feels that something is different about his snowman, as if it has come to life. When he sneaks outside, he discovers that his snowman can talk! The snowman invites Charlie to join him for an enchanted night adventure, where they meet other snowmen who come alive under the full moon. Together, they play, explore, and have fun, but when morning co...
2024-10-2908 min
Listen English Stories | Learn English Through Short Stories064 | Intermediate - Short Story: The Invisible Friend [English Listening Practice]Title: The Invisible FriendLevel: Intermediate (B1)#Story : Emily has had an invisible friend named Felix for as long as she can remember. Her parents think he’s just a product of her imagination, but as strange things start happening around the house—objects moving, doors opening, and cold drafts—her parents become more concerned. Emily insists that Felix is real and that he’s there to protect her. One day, she tells her parents that Felix warned her about something bad in the house—something dangerous. Her father starts to investi...
2024-10-2807 min
Listen English Stories | Learn English Through Short Stories063 | Beginner - Short Story: The Enchanted River [English Listening Practice]Title: The Enchanted RiverLevel: Beginner (A1)#Story : Sofia loves exploring the woods near her grandmother’s house. One day, she discovers a beautiful, sparkling river that changes colors and seems to sing. A mysterious woman appears and tells Sofia the river is enchanted—it grants a single wish if the person’s heart is pure. After thinking carefully, Sofia decides to wish for her grandmother to feel healthy and strong again, so they can bake together like they used to. The magic of the river grants her wish, and Sofia...
2024-10-2805 min
Listen English Stories | Learn English Through Short Stories062 | Beginner - Short Story: The Balloon That Flew Away [English Listening Practice]Title: The Balloon That Flew AwayLevel: Beginner (A1)#Story : It’s Lily’s birthday, and she is enjoying her party with a shiny red balloon tied to her wrist. But when the balloon accidentally comes untied and floats away, Lily is heartbroken. With her friend Max’s help, they chase after the balloon through the park, into the woods, and across a hill. After a series of adventures, they finally find the balloon resting on the roof of an old house. A kind woman helps them retrieve the balloon, and Li...
2024-10-2705 min
Listen English Stories | Learn English Through Short Stories061 | Intermediate - Short Story: The Underground City [English Listening Practice]Title: The Underground CityLevel: Intermediate (B1)#Story : Noah and his sister Olivia are bored during their summer vacation until their grandfather tells them a mysterious story about an underground city hidden beneath the forest. Intrigued, they set off to find it, starting at the old stone well. After discovering a secret passage, they descend into the well and crawl through a tunnel that leads to an ancient, forgotten city. As they explore, they feel an eerie energy surrounding them and find a glowing orb that reveals the history of...
2024-10-2710 min
Listen English Stories | Learn English Through Short Stories060 | Beginner - Short Story: Adventures in the Rainforest [English Listening Practice]Title: Adventures in the RainforestLevel: Beginner (A1)#Story : Lily and Max join their parents on a trip to the Amazon rainforest, where they begin exploring the jungle on their own. While following a path, they encounter a small golden monkey that leads them to a hidden, ancient temple covered in vines. Inside the temple, they find a mysterious wooden box containing an old treasure map. Excited by their discovery, they decide to follow the map, which leads them deeper into the rainforest. Along the way, they face new challenges...
2024-10-2605 min
Listen English Stories | Learn English Through Short Stories059 | Advanced - Short Story: The Phantom Librarian [English Listening Practice]Title: The Phantom LibrarianLevel: Advanced (C1)#Story : Lydia, a young woman from the quiet town of Ridgewood, stumbles upon the mysterious library that no one in the town seems to talk about. Inside, she finds the enigmatic librarian, a ghostly figure shrouded in silence. Drawn by curiosity, Lydia explores the labyrinth of bookshelves and discovers a hidden room with a book that writes itself as she reads it. To her horror, the book tells her own story, revealing that her fate is sealed by the very pages she’s re...
2024-10-2608 min
Listen English Stories | Learn English Through Short Stories058 | Advanced - Short Story: Echoes of the Revolution [English Listening Practice]Title: Echoes of the RevolutionLevel: Advanced (C1)#Story : Adira, a revolutionary soldier, reflects on the aftermath of a successful revolution that has left her disillusioned. Once driven by hope for a better world, she now wanders through the ruins of her city, questioning whether the sacrifices were worth it. The old regime has been overthrown, but the new leaders quickly become as corrupt as the ones they replaced. Adira struggles with the loss of friends, family, and the ideals she once believed in. Her comrade, Kellan, tries to rekindle...
2024-10-2509 min
Listen English Stories | Learn English Through Short Stories057 | Advanced - Short Story: Whispers from the Void [English Listening Practice]Title: Whispers from the VoidLevel: Advanced (C1)#Story : The Argonaut, a deep-space exploration vessel, receives a mysterious signal while on the edge of known space. The crew, led by Captain Aaron Weiss, investigates the origin of the signal, which emanates from the void—an empty region beyond any known star systems. As they approach the source, the signal begins to affect the crew’s mental state, manifesting as whispers they can’t escape. The crew starts to unravel, with paranoia and fear spreading as the signal intensifies. Eventually, they realiz...
2024-10-2512 min
Listen English Stories | Learn English Through Short Stories056 | Beginner - Short Story: The Mysterious Cave [English Listening Practice]Title: The Mysterious CaveLevel: Beginner (A1)#Story : Leo and his best friend Emma decide to explore the forest behind their small town. After discovering a narrow path, they find a large, mysterious cave. Inside the cave, they find strange drawings on the walls and a hidden chest. The chest contains a map that leads them to a secret treasure buried in the forest. After following the map, they discover a box filled with old coins and jewels. The two friends realize they have found a treasure left behind by...
2024-10-2406 min
Listen English Stories | Learn English Through Short Stories055 | Advanced - Short Story: The Forgotten Expedition [English Listening Practice]Title: The Forgotten ExpeditionLevel: Advanced (C1)#Story : Dr. Evelyn Marks, an archaeologist, leads an expedition deep into the Amazon jungle in search of a legendary lost civilization. After months of treacherous travel, she and her team discover the ruins of an ancient city that had long been dismissed as a myth. Inside the city’s temple, they uncover a mysterious sphere emitting a soft, golden light. Ignoring the warnings inscribed on the temple walls, Evelyn touches the sphere, triggering a seismic event that reveals the presence of a powerful gu...
2024-10-2412 min
Listen English Stories | Learn English Through Short Stories054 | Advanced - Short Story: The Timekeeper’s Dilemma [English Listening Practice]Title: The Timekeeper’s DilemmaLevel: Advanced (C1)#Story : Dr. Amelia Hartley, a brilliant physicist, develops the Chronos Engine, a device capable of manipulating time. Initially, she successfully tests the machine on small objects, but the temptation to use it for personal gain grows. Haunted by the memory of her father’s death, she decides to use the Chronos Engine to travel back in time and warn him before his fatal heart attack. However, her actions create unintended consequences—a fracture in the fabric of time itself. As reality begins to unr...
2024-10-2320 min
Listen English Stories | Learn English Through Short StoriesHow to think in English ( Learning English as easy as ABC)How to Think in EnglishLearning to think in English is a crucial step toward fluency for any learner. When we first start learning a new language, it is natural to think in our native language and translate into the target language. However, this process slows us down and often leads to awkward sentences or errors. The key to fluency is being able to think directly in English without relying on translation. In this article, we explore how to train your brain to bypass the translation stage, the neuroscience behind it, and techniques that...
2024-10-2306 min
Listen English Stories | Learn English Through Short Stories053 | Intermediate - Short Story: The Floating City [English Listening Practice]Title: The Floating CityLevel: Intermediate (B2)#Story :Ada lives in a small seaside town, where tales of the mysterious Floating City are dismissed as myth. One day, while standing by the ocean, Ada sees the Floating City hovering in the sky, its towers gleaming in the sunlight. Driven by curiosity, she embarks on a daring solo journey to reach it. After a strange and powerful storm at sea, Ada is picked up by a sleek, otherworldly ship from the Floating City. There, she meets Kian, a resident who reveals...
2024-10-2212 min
Listen English Stories | Learn English Through Short Stories052 | Intermediate - Short Story: The Mysterious Bookstore [English Listening Practice]Title: The Mysterious BookstoreLevel: Intermediate (B2)#Story :Leah, a young woman working at a museum, discovers an old, hidden bookstore called Aldric’s Antiquities during a rainy walk through the city. Inside, she finds a book titled Chronicles of the Lost Worlds, filled with illustrations of fantastical places. When she reads the strange phrase, "Step inside, and you shall know," she is transported to a magical city called Valoria. In this strange place, she meets Amara, a guardian of the city, who explains that Valoria exists between worlds and th...
2024-10-2112 min
Listen English Stories | Learn English Through Short Stories051 | Intermediate - Short Story: The Magical Zoo [English Listening Practice]Title: The Magical ZooLevel: Intermediate (B2)#Story : Elena stumbles upon The Enchanted Menagerie, a magical zoo hidden in the heart of the city. Unlike any zoo she’s ever seen, this one is home to rare and mythical creatures, from unicorns to phoenixes. The zoo’s mysterious keeper, Icarus, welcomes her, but warns her not to wander too far from the path, as some creatures are dangerous. As Elena explores, she discovers the zoo holds not only magical beings but also dark, powerful creatures that are imprisoned there to prot...
2024-10-2009 min
Listen English Stories | Learn English Through Short Stories050 | Intermediate - Short Story: The Time-Traveling Watch [English Listening Practice]Title: The Time-Traveling WatchLevel: Intermediate (B2)#Story : Leo, a collector of strange and rare objects, finds an old pocket watch in an antique shop. The shopkeeper mysteriously claims the watch has the power to control time, though Leo doesn’t believe it at first. But after pressing a small button on the watch, Leo is transported to a different time. He finds himself in a village that feels old and unfamiliar, where he meets Arthur, a man who seems to know a lot about time travel. Arthur warns Leo ab...
2024-10-1909 min
Listen English Stories | Learn English Through Short Stories049 | Intermediate - Short Story: The Lost Treasure Map [English Listening Practice]Title: The Lost Treasure MapLevel: Intermediate (B2)#Story : Jake and Emily, two siblings spending the summer with their retired sailor grandfather, discover an ancient treasure map hidden in their attic. Though skeptical at first, they are intrigued by their grandfather’s stories of an island that no one dares to explore. The map leads them to a mysterious island off the coast of their town, where they find not just treasure, but a strange force guarding it. As they uncover the gold, the island itself seems to come alive, fo...
2024-10-1810 min
Listen English Stories | Learn English Through Short Stories048 | Beginner - Short Story: The Fairy’s Nightly Gifts [English Listening Practice]Title: The Fairy’s Nightly GiftsLevel: Beginner (A1)#Story : In a small village, there lived a magical fairy named Luna. Every night, Luna would visit children’s rooms while they slept and leave a small gift for those who had done kind and good deeds during the day. Emma helped her mother, so Luna left a shiny button for her. Noah helped a neighbor and shared his toy, so Luna gave him a wooden bird. Lily was brave and stood up for her friend, and Luna rewarded her with a se...
2024-10-1703 min
Listen English Stories | Learn English Through Short Stories047 | Advanced - Short Story: The Enchanted Mirror [English Listening Practice]Title: The Enchanted MirrorLevel: Intermediate (B2)#Story : Lena, a busy editor, stumbles upon an antique shop and finds a mysterious mirror. The shopkeeper tells her the mirror shows the future based on her current choices. When Lena looks into it, she sees a cold, lonely version of her future—a life filled with exhaustion and isolation. Shocked by the vision, Lena realizes that her work-focused lifestyle is leading her toward this future. The shopkeeper reminds her that the future can be changed, and Lena begins to make small adjustments in...
2024-10-1605 min
Listen English Stories | Learn English Through Short Stories046 | Beginner - Short Story: The Mushroom Folk and the Great Storm [English Listening Practice]Title: The Mushroom Folk and the Great StormLevel: Beginner (A1)#Story : In a magical forest, the tiny Mushroom Folk lived happily inside mushroom houses. One day, a terrible storm came. The rain was so heavy that it destroyed their mushroom homes. The Mushroom Folk were scared and sad, but Lily, a brave little girl, came up with a plan. She told everyone that if they worked together, they could rebuild their village. Tom, Lily’s friend, helped gather twigs and leaves to make the houses stronger, while Bella and Ma...
2024-10-1606 min
Listen English Stories | Learn English Through Short Stories045 | Intermediate - Short Story: The Secret Treehouse [English Listening Practice]Title: The Secret TreehouseLevel: Intermediate (B2)#Story : Jack returns to his small hometown after many years, only to find himself drawn back to the treehouse where he, Mark, and Claire used to play. The treehouse was once a place of happiness, but it holds dark secrets from their past. As Jack explores the decaying structure, he finds a letter from Claire, revealing a terrible event that happened when they were children. Claire and Mark were involved in something dangerous that resulted in a man’s death, a secret they hi...
2024-10-1507 min
Listen English Stories | Learn English Through Short Stories044 | Beginner - Short Story: The Brave Kids and the Village Witch [English Listening Practice]Title: The Brave Kids and the Village WitchLevel: Beginner (A1)#Story :Tom and Lily lived in a small village. They were best friends and loved to play together. One day, a witch came to the village. She used her magic to trick children and take them to her house in the forest. Tom and Lily knew something was wrong. They followed the witch and saw her put a spell on their friends. The witch wanted to keep the children forever. Tom and Lily had a plan. They knew the...
2024-10-1506 min
Listen English Stories | Learn English Through Short Stories043 | Advanced - Short Story: The Queen Ice Face [English Listening Practice]Title: The Queen Ice FaceLevel: Advanced (C)#Story : In the northern reaches, where the world is always covered in snow, lived a young woman known as Ice Face. Her long, white hair, made of ice, shimmered like frost. She wore a dress made of crystal, and wherever she went, winter followed. For centuries, Ice Face wandered the world, bringing cold and solitude to every place she visited. One day, she arrived at a small village and met a young man named Hiroshi, who wasn’t afraid of her. Despite th...
2024-10-1413 min
Listen English Stories | Learn English Through Short Stories042 | Beginner - Short Story: The Little Mermaid’s Dream [English Listening Practice]Title: The Little Mermaid’s DreamLevel: Beginner (A1)#Story : Maya was a little mermaid who lived in the deep blue ocean. She loved her life under the sea but always dreamed of visiting the human world. One day, she swam to the shore and met a kind boy named Jack. Jack helped her when she couldn’t walk on land, and they became friends. Even though Maya couldn’t stay on land for long, she promised to visit Jack whenever she could. Over time, they met often and shared storie...
2024-10-1409 min
Listen English Stories | Learn English Through Short Stories041 | Intermediate - Short Story: The Ice-haired Guardian [English Listening Practice]Title: The Ice-haired Guardian of Japan's MountainsLevel: Intermediate (B)#Story : In the snowy mountains of Japan, Yama Yurei, a woman with hair made of ice, was created by the mountain gods to protect the world from ancient darkness. She lived alone in an ice palace, high in the peaks, and each night, she descended to battle dark creatures born from the earth’s chaos. Despite her endless struggle, Yama Yurei never wavered, using her frozen powers to keep the darkness at bay. One harsh winter, a young boy climbed th...
2024-10-1308 min
Listen English Stories | Learn English Through Short Stories040 | Beginner - Short Story: Helping Friends [English Listening Practice]Title: Helping FriendsLevel: Intermediate (B)#Story : Sam is an eight-year-old boy who loves school and is always happy to help his friends. Throughout his day, he assists Lucy with math, helps Ben with reading, and gives Emma ideas for her writing assignment. Sam’s kindness and willingness to help others make school a better place for everyone, and his teacher and classmates appreciate his efforts. At the end of the day, Sam feels proud, and his mom praises him for being so caring.#Vocabulary :Frustrated: Fe...
2024-10-1306 min
Listen English Stories | Learn English Through Short Stories039 | Advanced - Short Story: The Legend of Elira and Aeltharion [English Listening Practice]Title: The Legend of Elira and AeltharionLevel: Advanced (C)#Story : In an ancient time, the kingdom of Valeria was guarded by a mighty dragon named Aeltharion. When the malevolent Shadow Lord emerged from the Abyss, bringing chaos and fear, the kingdom's hope lay in Elira, a brave warrior. She embarked on a perilous journey to restore Aeltharion’s strength, which had been drained by the Shadow Lord’s curse. Facing corrupted creatures and the sorcerer's powerful magic, Elira fought valiantly, ultimately shattering the dark gemstone that fueled the Shadow Lord...
2024-10-1211 min
Listen English Stories | Learn English Through Short Stories038 | Beginner - Short Story: Max and the Lost Treasure [English Listening Practice]Title: Max and the Lost TreasureLevel: Beginner (A)#Story : Max, a young boy from a small village, finds an old treasure map while exploring the woods. Excited, he shows it to his best friend, Sam, and the two boys set off on an adventure. They cross rivers, get scared by strange noises, and finally find a hidden cave. Inside the cave, they discover a small treasure chest filled with old coins, shiny gems, and ancient books. Though they didn’t find gold, Max and Sam return home proud of th...
2024-10-1204 min
Listen English Stories | Learn English Through Short Stories037 | Advanced - Short Story: Captain Morgan’s First Command [English Listening Practice]Title: Captain Morgan’s First CommandLevel: Advanced (C)#Story : Captain Laura Morgan is about to take her first flight as a commercial airline captain, commanding a large aircraft from New York to London. After years of rigorous training and experience as a first officer, this is her moment to prove herself. Everything seems to go smoothly until, halfway across the Atlantic, an engine malfunction forces her to shut down one of the plane’s engines. With over 300 passengers on board and no immediate land in sight, Laura must act quic...
2024-10-1105 min
Listen English Stories | Learn English Through Short Stories036 | Advanced - Short Story: The Blackwell Conspiracy [English Listening Practice]Title: The Blackwell ConspiracyLevel: Advanced (C)#Story : Clara Thompson, a seasoned detective, receives a cryptic letter that sets her on the trail of a case she thought was long dead—the mysterious disappearance of Eleanor Blackwell. Years ago, Eleanor, a wealthy and powerful woman, vanished without a trace, and her case went cold. But as Clara reopens the investigation, she uncovers a tangled web of secrets, lies, and betrayal. Eleanor had stumbled upon a dangerous conspiracy involving corrupt politicians, high-profile businessmen, and a secretive club known only to the ci...
2024-10-1007 min
Listen English Stories | Learn English Through Short Stories035 | Intermediate - Short Story: The Lost Temple’s Secret [English Listening Practice]Title: The Lost Temple’s SecretLevel: Intermediate (B)#Story : Alex, a curious history student, receives a mysterious letter that leads him on an unexpected journey to find an ancient artifact hidden beneath his city. After finding the artifact—a glowing crystal—he meets a mysterious man who warns him that the crystal is a key to unlocking an ancient temple filled with dangerous traps and powerful secrets. Alex teams up with his best friend, Elena, to explore the jungle and uncover the temple’s hidden treasure. Along the way, they fac...
2024-10-0907 min
Listen English Stories | Learn English Through Short Stories034 | Intermediate - Short Story: Mia and the Hidden Legacy [English Listening Practice]Title: Mia and the Hidden LegacyLevel: Intermediate (B)#Story : Mia, a young woman, discovers an old chest in her grandmother’s attic, containing a mysterious map and letter. The map leads her into a dangerous forest, where she encounters strange figures and eerie signs. Determined to uncover the truth, Mia follows the path deep into the woods and finds an abandoned mansion. Inside, she meets a mysterious man who reveals her family’s hidden legacy. Mia opens a chest and finds an ancient book that holds her family’s long-k...
2024-10-0806 min
Listen English Stories | Learn English Through Short Stories033 | Advanced - Short Story: Ethan Cole and the Raven Project [English Listening Practice]Title: Ethan Cole and the Raven ProjectLevel: Advanced (C)#Story : Ethan Cole, a former intelligence agent, receives a mysterious message warning him that a dangerous organization known as the Raven Project is hunting him. Pulled back into the world of espionage, Ethan discovers that the Raven Project, thought to be dismantled, is still active and planning a global conspiracy involving advanced satellite technology. With the help of old contacts and new allies like Nadia, a former MI6 operative, and Michael, a brilliant hacker, Ethan races across Europe to stop...
2024-10-0706 min
Listen English Stories | Learn English Through Short Stories032 | Intermediate - Short Story: Elara’s Journey into the Dark Forest [English Listening Practice]Title: Elara’s Journey into the Dark ForestLevel: Intermediate (B)#Story : Elara, a skilled swordswoman, has trained her entire life for one mission: to defeat the wicked sorcerer who rules the Dark Forest with powerful magic. Her village is dying, and the sorcerer’s dark influence spreads further each day. Armed with her father’s sword and an unbreakable will, Elara ventures into the forest, where she faces monstrous creatures, dangerous illusions, and the sorcerer’s taunting voice. Every step challenges her strength and courage, but Elara is determined to succe...
2024-10-0707 min
Listen English Stories | Learn English Through Short Stories031 | Advanced - Short Story: The Soldier's Return [English Listening Practice]Title: The Soldier's ReturnLevel: Advanced (C)#Story : Jack, an American soldier, returns home after years of war, greeted by his family and community with pride and admiration. The town views him as a hero, but inside, Jack feels disconnected from the world around him. As he tries to settle back into civilian life, he struggles with haunting memories of the battlefield and the loss of comrades. Although everyone around him celebrates his return, Jack feels the weight of his experiences, which makes it hard to relate to those who...
2024-10-0606 min
Listen English Stories | Learn English Through Short Stories030 | Intermediate - Short Story: Emma’s Olympic Dream [English Listening Practice]Title: Emma’s Olympic DreamLevel: Intermediate (B)#Story : Emma has been training for gymnastics since she was a young girl, dreaming of one day competing in the Olympics. Her passion and dedication grow as she wins local and regional competitions, eventually earning a place on the national team. As she trains for the Olympic trials, Emma faces challenges, injuries, and moments of self-doubt. However, with the support of her coach and family, she pushes through and qualifies for the Olympics. When the day of the competition arrives, Emma performs fl...
2024-10-0606 min
Listen English Stories | Learn English Through Short Stories029 | Intermediate - Short Story: A Chaotic Day at the Beach [English Listening Practice]Title: A Chaotic Day at the BeachLevel: Intermediate (B)#Story : Lily and Sarah head to the beach on a perfect summer day, hoping to relax and sunbathe. However, things don’t go as planned. First, a playful dog runs onto their towels, covering them in sand and water. After moving to a new spot, a group of seagulls swoops in and steals their snacks, leaving them laughing in surprise. But the mishaps continue when a volleyball lands on Sarah, and they get interrupted again. They move once more to a...
2024-10-0605 min
Listen English Stories | Learn English Through Short Stories028 | Advanced - Short Story: Ella’s Journey to Healing [English Listening Practice]Title: Ella’s Journey to HealingLevel: Advanced (C)#Story : Ella, once full of energy and laughter, finds herself slipping into a deep depression that makes everyday life feel impossible. She struggles to get out of bed, loses touch with her friends, and feels isolated in her own thoughts. Despite the heaviness she carries, a message from her friend Maya sparks a small shift in her. Slowly, Ella begins to take small steps toward healing—writing in her journal, going for walks, and eventually seeking therapy. Through the help of her...
2024-10-0507 min
Listen English Stories | Learn English Through Short Stories027 | Elementary - Short Story: David and the Lucky Cat [English Listening Practice]Title: David and the Lucky CatLevel: Beginner (A)#Story : David was walking home from school when he found an injured cat on the street. The cat’s leg was hurt, and David felt sad for it. He gently picked up the cat and took it home. His mother helped him call the vet. At the vet’s office, they found out that the cat had a broken leg, but it would be okay with some rest. David visited the cat every day at the vet, bringing treats and talking soft...
2024-10-0504 min
Listen English Stories | Learn English Through Short Stories026 | Beginner - Short Story: A Trip to the Bakery [English Listening Practice]Title: A Trip to the BakeryLevel: Beginner (A)#Story : Tom and Lily are excited because their mother is taking them to the bakery. They love cookies, cakes, and all the sweet treats in the bakery. When they arrive, the smell of fresh bread and pastries makes them smile. Tom picks a big chocolate chip cookie, while Lily chooses a cupcake with pink icing and a cherry on top. Their mother buys fresh bread for lunch. On the way home, Tom starts eating his cookie, but Lily decides to save...
2024-10-0403 min
Listen English Stories | Learn English Through Short Stories025 | Advanced - Short Story: The Ring of Persian Kings [English Listening Practice]Title: The Ring of Persian KingsLevel: Advanced (C)#Story :In ancient Persia, a blacksmith and sorcerer named Kâren crafted a magical ring that could grant its wearer unimaginable power. This ring, known as the Ring of Kings, promised that whoever wore it would ascend to the throne and rule as an unstoppable king. The first tale of the ring follows King Arash, an aging ruler with no heir. One evening, a mysterious figure presents him with the ring, claiming it will secure his kingdom's future. Arash, drawn by t...
2024-10-0306 min
Listen English Stories | Learn English Through Short Stories024 | Intermediate - Short Story: Zara and the Open Road [English Listening Practice]Title: Zara and the Open RoadLevel: Intermediate (B)#Story : Zara, a 21-year-old motorcycle enthusiast, lives for the thrill of riding. Her customized black motorcycle is her pride and joy, and she feels free every time she hits the open road. One morning, Zara is invited to a motorcycle rally outside the city, where bikers from all over gather to ride together. At the rally, she meets new friends, including a guy with a Ducati who is impressed with her bike and riding skills. Together, they ride through winding mountain...
2024-10-0305 min
Listen English Stories | Learn English Through Short Stories023 | Intermediate - Short Story: Melanie’s Night at the Party [English Listening Practice]Title: Melanie’s Night at the PartyLevel: Intermediate (B)#Story : Melanie is nervous about attending her first real high school party. As she gets ready, her anxiety grows, but she knows her friends will be there. When she arrives at the party, she’s greeted by her best friend Sarah, who quickly helps her feel more comfortable. Melanie meets new people, joins in on a fun card game, and starts to relax. As the night goes on, she realizes that she’s having more fun than she expected. By the end of the pa...
2024-10-0206 min
Listen English Stories | Learn English Through Short Stories022 | Advanced - Short Story: The Final Move [English Listening Practice]Title: The Final MoveLevel: Advanced (C)#Story : Nikolai Orlov and Maxime Dubois, two grandmasters, face off in the final match of the prestigious Grandmaster’s Tournament. Both men are at the top of their game, but their playing styles couldn’t be more different: Maxime thrives on aggression and chaos, while Nikolai is known for his calm, methodical approach. The game begins with classic opening moves, but soon, Maxime launches a daring sacrifice, creating a tactical storm. Nikolai, prepared for Maxime’s aggressive play, counters with precise defense. As the ga...
2024-10-0207 min
Listen English Stories | Learn English Through Short Stories021 | Intermediate - Short Story: Emily’s Race to Victory [English Listening Practice]Title: Emily’s Race to VictoryLevel: Intermediate (B)#Story : Emily, a high school runner, competes in an important race she’s been preparing for all year. She starts strong and leads for most of the race, but just before the finish line, her competitor, Jess, overtakes her, leaving Emily in second place. Emily is disappointed, but instead of giving up, she decides to train even harder. Over the next year, Emily works on her speed, endurance, and mental focus, determined to win the next race. She stays committed, even when...
2024-10-0105 min
Listen English Stories | Learn English Through Short Stories020 | Elementary - Short Story: Emma’s First Day at School [English Listening Practice]Title: Emma’s First Day at SchoolLevel: Beginner (A)#Story : Emma is a little girl who is nervous about her first day of school. She is scared and doesn’t know what to expect. When she arrives at the big school building, she feels even more worried. But when she meets her kind teacher, Mrs. Miller, and her new classmates, Lily and Tom, Emma starts to feel better. The class does fun activities like coloring, singing, and playing with toys. At recess, Emma plays with her new friends and forg...
2024-10-0103 min
Listen English Stories | Learn English Through Short Stories019 | Advanced - Short Story: The Race for Redemption [English Listening Practice]Title: The Race for RedemptionLevel: Advanced (C)#Story :Lucas Marquez, once a celebrated Formula 1 driver, enters the Monaco Grand Prix with a burning desire for redemption after a disastrous previous season. His main rival, Anton Grivko, stands in his way, having dominated the previous year. As the race begins, the tension between them is palpable. Both drivers push their cars to the limit on Monaco’s narrow and dangerous streets. Lap after lap, Lucas stays close behind Grivko, searching for an opportunity to overtake. The intense duel reaches its peak on lap 42 wh...
2024-09-3005 min
Listen English Stories | Learn English Through Short Stories018 | Intermediate - Short Story: Sarah and David’s Car Search [English Listening Practice]Title: Sarah and David’s Car SearchLevel: Intermediate (B)#Story : Sarah and David visit a car exhibition to find a new vehicle. Their old sedan has served them well, but they are looking for something more modern and reliable. After browsing the exhibition, they come across a dark blue sedan that catches their attention. The car has good fuel efficiency, modern safety features, and a comfortable interior. They take it for a test drive and are impressed by how smooth and quiet it is compared to their old car. Although Sarah briefly co...
2024-09-3005 min
Listen English Stories | Learn English Through Short Stories017 | Beginner - Short Story: The Sandcastle by the Sea [English Listening Practice]Title: The Sandcastle by the SeaLevel: Beginner (A)#Story : Emma and Ben are at the beach on a sunny day. They decide to build a big sandcastle together. They use their buckets and shovels to make tall walls and towers. Emma and Ben are very proud of their sandcastle. Ben even adds a small stick as a flag on top. But soon, the waves start coming closer. They try to protect their sandcastle by building the walls higher, but a big wave crashes and destroys everything. Even though they...
2024-09-2901 min
Listen English Stories | Learn English Through Short Stories016 | Advanced - Short Story: Eryon’s Hunt in the Darkwood [English Listening Practice]Title: Eryon’s Hunt in the DarkwoodLevel: Advanced (C)#Story : Eryon, a legendary warrior, is tasked with venturing into the dark and mysterious Darkwood to hunt malevolent shadows that have been terrorizing nearby villages. These shadows are not ordinary foes but creatures of darkness that thrive on fear and despair. Armed with a magical sword and ancient knowledge, Eryon ventures deep into the heart of the forest. Along the way, he faces shifting, formless shadows that cannot be harmed by physical attacks. Drawing on his mystical training, Eryon uses bo...
2024-09-2807 min
Listen English Stories | Learn English Through Short Stories015 | Intermediate - Short Story: A Day at the Amusement Park [English Listening Practice]Title: A Day at the Amusement ParkLevel: Intermediate (B)#Story : Emma, Lily, Sarah, and Grace, four high school friends, spend a fun day at the city’s biggest amusement park. The girls are excited, especially Emma and Sarah, who can't wait to ride the new roller coaster. However, Lily and Grace are a bit nervous. Despite her fears, Lily agrees to go on the roller coaster, and after screaming through the ride, she realizes it wasn't as scary as she thought. The group enjoys the rest of the day, ri...
2024-09-2704 min
Listen English Stories | Learn English Through Short Stories014 | Beginner - Short Story: Space Museum [English Listening Practice]Title: Hannah’s Trip to the Space MuseumLevel: Elementary (A)#Story : Hannah loves reading about space, so she is very excited to visit the space museum with her dad. When they arrive, Hannah is amazed by the giant rocket model, planets hanging from the ceiling, and real space objects. As they walk through the museum, Hannah asks many questions about space—how astronauts live, what it's like to walk on the moon, and how long stars live. Her favorite part of the trip is the space simulator, which makes her...
2024-09-2702 min
Listen English Stories | Learn English Through Short Stories013 | Advanced - Short Story: Sarah’s Journey into Acting [English Listening Practice]Title: Sarah’s Journey into ActingLevel: Advanced (C)#Story : Sarah has always admired the world of theater, but she never thought she could be part of it. One day, after months of hesitation, she signs up for acting classes at a prestigious school. From the moment she enters the grand, historic building, Sarah feels out of place, surrounded by confident, experienced students. Her instructor, Mark, immediately pushes the class to dig deep into their emotions. In the first exercise, they make silent eye contact with one another, which makes Sa...
2024-09-2605 min
Listen English Stories | Learn English Through Short Stories012 | Intermediate - Short Story: John’s Broken Truck [English Listening Practice]Title: John’s Broken TruckLevel: Intermediate (B)#Story : John, a hardworking farmer, relies on his old pickup truck for farm work. One hot afternoon, the truck refuses to start, and the engine sputters and stops. Frustrated, John tries to fix it himself but realizes he needs help. He calls his friend, Tom, who knows a lot about cars. Tom arrives and quickly discovers that the truck’s fuel pump is broken. John is worried about the cost and time it will take to fix. The next day, John goes to t...
2024-09-2603 min
Listen English Stories | Learn English Through Short Stories011 | Beginner - Short Story: Supermarket Trip [English Listening Practice]Title: Sophie and Nana’s Supermarket TripLevel: Beginner (A)#Story : Sophie is a happy seven-year-old girl who loves visiting her grandmother, Nana. One sunny morning, Nana takes Sophie to the supermarket. Sophie is excited because she loves the bright colors of the fruits and vegetables. Nana gives Sophie the shopping list, and together they start picking up items. Sophie finds bananas, bread, milk, and other things. She helps Nana carefully choose the best vegetables and even helps carry the eggs. Sophie feels proud to help and enjoys being a go...
2024-09-2503 min
Listen English Stories | Learn English Through Short Stories009 | Advanced - Short Story: Ser Alaric and Dracorith [English Listening Practice]Title: Ser Alaric and DracorithLevel: Advanced (C)#Story : The kingdom of Elandor is under attack by Dracorith, an ancient and powerful dragon. Villages are burned, and the people live in fear. Ser Alaric, a brave knight, volunteers to slay the beast. His journey to the Black Mountains is treacherous, and he is haunted by the stories of the dragon's destruction. Upon reaching the dragon’s lair, Alaric faces Dracorith in a fierce battle. Despite suffering severe injuries, Alaric fights with intelligence, discovering a weak spot beneath the dragon’s jaw...
2024-09-2407 min
Listen English Stories | Learn English Through Short Stories008 | Advanced - Short Story: The Legend of Eira [English Listening Practice]Title: The Legend of EiraLevel: Advanced (C1-C2)Learn how to speak English by Short StoriesStory:1. The Silent Forest In a land long forgotten by many, there was a dense forest where few dared to go. Deep within its heart, there lived a woman known only as Eira. She was once a famous warrior, a master of the sword. Now, she lived alone, surrounded by nature, far from the chaos of the world she left behind.2. The Legend of Eira Eira’s na...
2024-09-2205 min
Listen English Stories | Learn English Through Short Stories007 | Beginner - Short Story: Mia and Her Baby Brother [English Listening Practice]Title: Mia and Her Baby BrotherLevel: Beginner (A1)Story:Mia is 4 years old. She is a happy little girl. She loves to play with her toys and talk to her mommy and daddy. One day, her mommy’s belly starts to get big. Mia asks,"Mommy, why is your belly so big?"Mommy smiles and says,"There is a baby inside my belly, Mia. You will have a baby brother soon."Mia opens her eyes wide."A baby brother? Re...
2024-09-2205 min
Listen English Stories | Learn English Through Short Stories006 | Advanced - Short Story: The Visionary’s Dream [English Listening Practice]Title: The Visionary’s DreamLevel: Advanced (C2)Learn how to speak English by Short StoriesStory :1. The Visionary’s DreamLena had always been fascinated by music, energy, and nightlife. After spending years as a DJ at various clubs around the world, she decided it was time to create her own space—a night club that wasn’t just about dancing but about an immersive experience. “This will be different,” she told herself. “People will remember it.”2. Planning the Perfect SpaceLena knew that if her visi...
2024-09-2004 min
Listen English Stories | Learn English Through Short Stories005 | Advanced - Short Story: The Ambitious Project [English Listening Practice]Title: The Ambitious ProjectLevel: Upper Intermediate (C1)James had always been fascinated by technology and innovation. One day, after watching a documentary on sustainable energy, he came up with an idea that was both ambitious and challenging: he would build a solar-powered charging station in his community. It wasn’t just a personal project; it was something that could make a real difference. Before jumping into the project, James spent weeks researching how solar energy systems worked. He read articles, watched tutorials, and even joined online forums where experts di...
2024-09-1903 min
Listen English Stories | Learn English Through Short Stories004 | Intermediate - Short Story: The New Challenge [English Listening Practice]Title: The New ChallengeLevel: Intermediate (B)Emily loved challenges, and her latest idea was to turn an old, unused garage into a creative art studio. It wasn’t going to be easy, but she was excited about the project."I’ll finally have my own space to paint," she thought with a smile.The garage had been abandoned for years and was filled with old furniture, boxes, and dust. Emily spent the entire weekend cleaning it out. She threw away what she didn’t need and kept a few...
2024-09-1902 min
Listen English Stories | Learn English Through Short Stories003 | Intermediate - Short Story: A new adventure [English Listening Practice]Title: A new adventureLevel: Pre-Intermediate (B1)Oliver was always full of ideas. One day, he thought of building a small garden shed where he could keep his tools and spend time reading. It wasn’t a simple dream, but Oliver was determined to make it real.He sat down with a cup of tea and a notebook."First, I need to draw a plan," he thought.He sketched a design for the shed, listing all the materials he would need: wood, screws, paint, and roofing ma...
2024-09-1802 min
Listen English Stories | Learn English Through Short Stories002 | Elementary - Short Story: Sara's big dream [English Listening Practice]Title: Sara's big dreamLevel: Elementary (A)Sara always had a big dream. She wanted to build a treehouse in her backyard.Every night, she closed her eyes and imagined herself sitting in the treehouse, watching the stars.One morning, Sara decided to make her dream, come TrueShe got a notebook and started writing her plan.“First, I need wood, nails, and a hammer,” she wrote.Then, she drew a picture of how the treehouse would look.Sara knew...
2024-09-1602 min
Listen English Stories | Learn English Through Short Stories001 | Beginner - Short Story: The Cold Walk to school [English Listening Practice]Title: The Cold Walk to SchoolLevel: Beginner (A)Vocabulary Focus: Basic winter words (e.g., snow, coat, cold, wind)Grammar Focus: Present simple tense, basic sentencesStory:Part 1:It was a cold winter morning. Anna woke up and looked out the window. The ground was white with snow, and the sky was grey. The trees had no leaves, only snow.Anna felt the cold air in her room. She didn’t want to leave her warm bed. "It’s too cold...
2024-09-1603 min