A2
Bumble the Bookish Bull
A story to practice pronunciation about Bumble the Bookish Bull. (Vowel Sound / ʊ / as in "put")
A2
Science Fiction
Listen to this article Science fiction is a specific type of fiction that focuses on the impact of imagined changes in science or technology, on society or individuals. It is a genre that explores the possibilities of the future and its positive and negative consequences. Jules Verne and H.G.
B1
How to Stop Your Smartphone From Controlling Your Life
Do you feel like your smartphone is taking over your life? In this article, you will learn some tips to stop your smartphone from controlling or distracting you.
A2
Lily Rescues the Pets
A short story about town where the pets start disappearing.
Lessons
Bad Poetry Competition
Bad poetry is a form of creative expression that deliberately breaks the rules and conventions of traditional poetry.
Children's Stories
The Mystery of the Missing Townspeople
Join Ava on her adventure to solve the mystery of the missing townspeople in this thrilling sci-fi story. Set in a distant future on a faraway planet, this tale will keep you on the edge of your seat as Ava uncovers the truth behind the disappearances.
Lessons
Debate: Corporal Punishment
Corporal punishment is the use of physical force to discipline a child. It can include spanking, paddling, or other forms of physical pain.
Children's Stories
Pip Steals a Bracelet
Pip and Chokdee are a squirrel and a crow who live in a schoolyard in Thailand. They use their skills to help the students and teachers by finding lost items and cleaning up the playground. Read this heartwarming story of friendship and kindness.
Lessons
Grit and Self-Control
For language learners, you might know about grit and self-control and how they're important for reaching your goals. But what are these traits exactly, and how are they different?
A2
Parks
Below are six short paragraphs from different people sharing what they like about city parks.
Children's Stories
A Purr-fect Moment
Two cats were sitting in the grass, enjoying the warm weather.
Lessons
Sara Wants to Go to School
Hi, I'm Sara. I'm 12 years old and I live in a small village in Nigeria. I really want to go to school, but my parents can't afford it. They work hard every day, but they don't make enough money. We don't have enough money for food, clothes, or books.
Lessons
Sea Lions and Dolphins Dying
This has been a hard year for dolphins and sea lions in California.
Lessons
Orcas are Attacking Boats
Orcas are also known as killer whales, but they are actually dolphins. They are very smart and social animals that can learn from each other and pass on their skills to their offspring.
Lessons
Making Inferences
An inference is a conclusion that you reach based on what you already know and what is in the text.
Lessons
Gen-Z and Work
Today we are going to talk about what Gen Zers want from work. Gen Zers are the youngest generation in the workforce.