Simple Stories in English

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When things get lost, the logical solution is to look for them. Sometimes we are so busy looking that we don’t see what is right under our noses. Lourdes is busy. She tries to make time for her son’s problems, but sometimes her own problems get in the way, such as when she needs some ginger for her cake.

This story is told in the present tense and has multiple repetitions of “Did you look?” and “I looked” as well as places around the house. No matter where you are in your language journey, stories will help you on your way. You can find a transcript of the story at https://smalltownspanishteacher.com/2023/05/18/simple-stories-in-english-the-busy-mom/ 

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Miguel just wants to go to a concert, but his mom says no, even when he begs. So, Miguel and his friend come up with a plan that involves just a little lie. Miguel typically tells the truth, so lying is not easy for him. Will he be able to maintain the lie? Or will he cave under pressure?

This short, simple story is told in the present tense and focuses on the words “lie”, “says”, “sees”, “music”, and “concert”. No matter where you are in your language journey, stories will help you on your way. You can find a transcript of the story at https://smalltownspanishteacher.com/2023/05/05/simple-stories-in-english-miguels-little-lie/ 

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Most people know the story of Goldilocks and the three bears, but what if the bear is the intruder? Barry is a curious bear. He just wants to know what life is like inside of a house. Barry looks through the windows and sees and touches a lot of different things. What will this curious bear find?

This short, simple story is told in the present tense and focuses on the words “wants”, “observes”, “walks”, “perfect”, and “touched”. No matter where you are in your language journey, stories will help you on your way. You can find a transcript of the story at https://smalltownspanishteacher.com/2023/04/25/simple-stories-in-english-the-curious-bear/ 

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Birthdays are a special time, especially for young kids. Ruthie wakes up on her birthday wanting something special to eat for breakfast: cake! Her parents think that she should eat what they do, but Ruthie is determined to have her cake and eat it too. Can she convince her sweet grandmother to make her cake for breakfast?

This short, simple story is told in the present tense and focuses on the words “birthday”, “breakfast”, “cake”, “can’t”, “can” and “should”. No matter where you are in your language journey, stories will help you on your way. You can find a transcript of the story at https://smalltownspanishteacher.com/2023/04/15/simple-stories-in-english-cake-for-breakfast/

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When a child is sick, they should stay home. However, some kids pretend to be sick to get out of schoolwork. Jessica has a test. She pretends to be sick so she doesn’t have to take the test. She fakes a cough and cold so she can stay at home on her phone. What a great actress!

This short, simple story is told in the present tense and focuses on the words “doesn’t”, “acts”, “cough”, and “school”. No matter where you are in your language journey, stories will help you on your way. You can find a transcript of the story at https://smalltownspanishteacher.com/2022/12/06/simple-stories-in-english-the-girl-is-sick/ 

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The world is full of musical styles and instruments. Some people like to sing, others like to play, and even more just like to listen. Music can bring people together. Ed and Felix like to make music and want to form a band. Ed sings, Felix and others play instruments and other people just listen to the music.

This short, simple story is told in the present tense and focuses on the words “likes”, “play”, “music”, and “sings". No matter where you are in your language journey, stories will help you on your way. You can find a transcript of the story at https://smalltownspanishteacher.com/2022/11/07/simple-stories-in-english-the-animal-band/ 

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Every party has potential for fun and for disaster. Ed the elephant wants to create a perfect birthday party for his friend Felix. He invites guests, decorates the house, and prepares food - including lots and lots of cheese. He even buys a piñata! It will sure be a party to remember

This short, simple story is told in the present tense and focuses on the words “party”, “presents”, “cake”, “cheese”, and “looks at". No matter where you are in your language journey, stories will help you on your way. You can find a transcript of the story at https://smalltownspanishteacher.com/2022/11/01/simple-stories-in-spanish-felixs-birthday-party/ 

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Friends can be similar and also very different. Some friends say exactly what they are thinking while others have tact. In today’s story, Felix says something that is not very nice, but causes a lifestyle change for Ed.

This short, simple story is told in the present tense and focuses on the words “is”, “nice”, “mean”, “skinny”, “fat” and “watches". No matter where you are in your language journey, stories will help you on your way. You can find a transcript of the story at https://smalltownspanishteacher.com/2022/10/12/simple-stories-in-english-ed-is-fat/ 

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It can be hard to wander through life alone, especially on Valentine’s Day. Ed the elephant is searching for the perfect girlfriend. He wants someone who is nice, fun, and patient. However, as Ed discovers, those traits can sometimes be hard to find. 

This short, simple story is told in the present tense and focuses on the words “is”, “nice”, “mean”, “say”, “ask” and “write". No matter where you are in your language journey, stories will help you on your way. You can find a transcript of the story at https://smalltownspanishteacher.com/2022/08/05/simple-stories-in-english-ed-wants-a-girlfriend/ 

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Friends can be similar and also very different. Some friends say exactly what they are thinking while others have tact. In today’s story, Felix says something that is not very nice, but causes a lifestyle change for Ed.

This short, simple story is told in the present tense and focuses on the words “is”, “nice”, “mean”, “skinny”, “fat” and “watches". No matter where you are in your language journey, stories will help you on your way. You can find a transcript of the story at https://smalltownspanishteacher.com/2022/08/04/simple-stories-in-english-the-elephant-and-the-mouse/