Here you will find a collection of short lessons to help you learn vocabulary in context. They can be used to practice English or many other languages via Google Translate and text to speech, which has improved greatly in the last few years. Please feel free to use the comments for questions or to request new topics. Most content is generated with the help of AI.
English Stories
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.
English
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?
English-2
Below are six short paragraphs from different people sharing what they like about city parks.
English Stories
Two cats were sitting in the grass, enjoying the warm weather.
English
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.
English
This has been a hard year for dolphins and sea lions in California.
English
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.
English
An inference is a conclusion that you reach based on what you already know and what is in the text.
English
Today we are going to talk about what Gen Zers want from work. Gen Zers are the youngest generation in the workforce.
English
Can you solve these riddles?
English
Risky decisions can be good for teens. Taking risks is a normal part of growing up and becoming who you are.
Languages
Spaced repetition is a learning technique that involves reviewing material just as you are about to forget it.
Fiction
A short story about a bold little boat. It can be used to practice the vowel sound / oʊ / as in "go."
English
A Holiday to Celebrate Freedom Juneteenth is a holiday that celebrates the end of slavery in the United States. It is observed on June 19, 1865.
English
These are additional instructions for a classroom demonstration and activity.
History
Father's Day is a special day in America that celebrates the contribution that fathers and father figures make for their children's lives.