Stories in English for Beginners

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Daria Galek

While every precaution has been taken in the preparation of this book, the publisher assumes no responsibility for errors or omissions, or for damages resulting from the use of the information contained herein.

STORIES IN ENGLISH FOR BEGINNERS

First edition. June 27, 2024.

Copyright © 2024 Daria Galek.

Written by Daria Galek.

Table of Contents

Title Page

Copyright Page

Introduction

Tips for Reading Stories in English

Chapter 1. Day at School

Chapter 2. A Walk in the Park

Chapter 3. Shopping at the Supermarket

Chapter 4. Liam's Family

Chapter 5. James’s Birthday

Chapter 6. A Day at the Beach

Chapter 7. At the Train Station

Chapter 8. My Pet

Chapter 9. A Rainy Day

Chapter 10. Dinner at Home

Chapter 11. Visit to the Zoo

Chapter 12. A Day in the Mountains

Chapter 13. My Best Friend

Chapter 14. The Neighborhood Party

Chapter 15. The Doctor's Visit

Chapter 16. The Soccer Match

Chapter 17. My Room

Chapter 18. A Plane Journey

Chapter 19. My Spanish Class

Chapter 20. The Library

Chapter 21. An Afternoon at the Movies

Chapter 22. The Music Festival

Chapter 23. A Bike Ride

Chapter 24. Art Class

Chapter 25. A Snowy Day

Chapter 26. The History Museum

Chapter 27. My Favorite Breakfast

Chapter 28. A Day in the Countryside

Chapter 29. The Dentist Visit

Chapter 30. The Book Fair

Chapter 31. A Walk Downtown

Chapter 32. A Day at the Aquarium

Chapter 33. The New Year's Eve Party

Chapter 34. Music Class

Chapter 35. The New Job

Chapter 36. A Day at the Gym

Chapter 37. The Photography Workshop

Chapter 38. The Dance Class

Chapter 39. The First Day of Vacation

Chapter 40. Visiting the Grandparents

Exercises

Solutions

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Introduction

Welcome to the book "Stories in English for Beginners." This unique collection contains 40 carefully selected stories to help you learn English. After each story, you'll find exercises with answers to help reinforce the knowledge you've gained.

The stories in this book vary in themes and levels of difficulty, but all are tailored to the beginner level. You'll find everyday stories as well as more exciting adventures. Each story aims to develop your knowledge of English in an enjoyable and engaging way.

The exercises accompanying each story are designed to test your understanding of the text and help you learn new words and grammatical structures. Thanks to these exercises, you will be able to systematically develop your language skills.

I hope this book becomes for you not only a learning tool but also a source of joy and satisfaction in discovering a new language.

Good luck and happy reading!

Tips for Reading Stories in English

Reading stories in English can be both enjoyable and highly effective in learning a new language. To fully benefit from the stories in this book, it's worth applying a few simple but effective strategies. Here are some tips that might help you:

1. Read aloud: Reading aloud helps improve pronunciation and fluency. You'll hear how words and sentences sound, which is extremely helpful in learning a foreign language.

2. Don’t be afraid to make mistakes: Learning a new language is a process where making mistakes is natural and inevitable. Every mistake is an opportunity to learn and improve.

3. Focus on understanding the overall meaning: At first, you don’t need to understand every word. Concentrate on grasping the overall meaning of the story. Over time, you'll understand more details.

4. Use a dictionary: If you find difficult words, use a dictionary to look up their meaning. This will help you expand your vocabulary effectively.

5. Take notes: Write down new words and phrases you encounter while reading. This way, you can revisit them and reinforce your knowledge.

6. Complete the exercises after each story: Exercises are a key element of learning. Solve them carefully to check your understanding of the text and reinforce new vocabulary and grammatical structures.

7. Read regularly: Regularity is the key to success in language learning. Try to read every day, even if it's just for a few minutes. Regular reading will help you gradually develop your language skills.

8. Re-read: Don’t be afraid to go back to stories you've already read. Re-reading will help you better understand the text and reinforce new words and grammatical structures.

9. Use context: If you encounter a difficult word, try to guess its meaning based on the context. This is a skill that will be very useful in language learning.

10. Be patient: Learning a language is a process that takes time. Be patient and consistent, and you will definitely see progress.

Remember, learning a language is not just about gaining knowledge, but also about enjoying the discovery of a new culture and ways of expression.

Chapter 1. Day at School

Emma woke up early, just like every morning. She quickly got dressed and went to the dining room for breakfast. Her mother had already prepared toast with jam and a glass of warm milk.

“Hurry up, Emma! You don’t want to be late for school again,” her mother said as she cleared the dishes.

Emma nodded and put her books in her backpack. She left the house and walked a few blocks to the school. In the playground, some of her friends were already playing.

The bell rang, and all the children lined up to enter the building. The first class was math. Emma paid close attention as the teacher explained addition and subtraction on the board.

Afterward, they had a recess. Emma and her friends played hopscotch and ate a small snack.

The next classes were reading and natural sciences. Emma really enjoyed learning about animals and plants.

When the dismissal bell rang, Emma gathered her things and headed to the main door. Her mother was already waiting for her to walk home together.

Chapter 2. A Walk in the Park

Olivia and her mom left the house and walked towards the nearby park. It was a sunny and hot day. The park was full of people enjoying the nice weather.

They saw little children playing on the swings and running on the soft, green grass. Birds were singing cheerful songs among the branches of tall trees. Brightly colored flowers adorned the park's pathways.

Mom pointed to a squirrel climbing up the rough trunk of a large oak tree. "Look at that squirrel, Olivia!" she said with a smile. Olivia watched with wide eyes as the small animal moved nimbly.

They continued walking and reached a fountain with clear water. Olivia took some coins from her pocket and tossed them into the water, closing her eyes to make a wish. Then, they continued exploring the corners of the park.

They saw butterflies flitting from flower to flower, sipping the sweet nectar. The scent of spring flowers filled the fresh air. In the top of a leafy tree, they spotted a bird’s nest among the branches. Mom quietly explained to Olivia that they should walk silently so as not to scare the birds. Olivia nodded, amazed by the natural beauty surrounding them.

Chapter 3. Shopping at the Supermarket

William needed to buy some things for his new apartment. He went to the supermarket near his house.

When he entered, he took a shopping cart. First, he went to the fruits and vegetables aisle. He saw many fresh options. He chose some red apples, yellow bananas, and orange carrots. He put them in the cart.

Then he moved to the meat section. He saw chicken, beef, and sausages. He decided to take some chicken and a few sausages to make simple meals. He added them to the cart.

Next, he went to the dairy products aisle. He picked up a carton of milk, a pack of cheese, and a strawberry yogurt. He continued walking through the supermarket.

In the bakery aisle, he saw freshly baked bread. He chose a whole grain loaf and some sweet buns. He carefully placed them in the cart.

When he had finished buying everything he needed, he headed to the checkout lanes. There was a long line, but it moved quickly. When it was his turn, he put all the items on the conveyor belt.

The cashier scanned each product. William paid with his debit card. The cashier handed him the bags with his purchases. William left the supermarket happy to have successfully completed his shopping.

Chapter 4. Liam's Family

Liam has a small but happy family. In his house live his dad Noah, his mom Ava, his sister Sophia, and his grandmother Abigail.

Noah is tall and has short black hair. He is a hardworking and responsible man. Besides cooking, he likes fixing things around the house. He is always willing to help others. In his free time, he enjoys watching soccer games on television.