This is a B1 level story from a book by Jennifer Degenhardt called The Backpack. I think you will love it! Read along with me here on Youtube.

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In this episode of The English Zone, you’ll listen to a short, engaging story about a couple who went on vacation to Hawaii and found themselves unexpectedly “stuck on an island.” 🇺🇸🏝️ As you follow their adventure, you’ll naturally practice the past tense and improve your listening and vocabulary — all in a way that feels fun and easy, not boring.  

This episode is perfect for intermediate English learners who want to build confidence in understanding real spoken English through story-based lessons. Each story helps you focus on grammar and common language patterns in context so you can remember and use them when you speak or write.

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