Children's
Read Children's Classics in English
13 children's books at CEFR A2 to C2 — learn English by reading the stories worth reading. Select any word for an instant translation, listen to the narration read the page aloud, and save the vocabulary you meet. Pick your level and start with a free sample.
What are the best children's classics to read in English as a learner?
The best children's classics for English learners are the well-known titles you can read in the original — start with The Brownies: Their Book, The Brownies and Prince Florimel; Or, Brownieland, Fairyland, and Demonland and The Brownies and Other Tales. Each one is labelled with a CEFR level, any word you do not know is one selection away from a translation, and the narration reads the page aloud while it highlights the words.
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| Title | Chapters | Level |
|---|---|---|
| The Book of the Thousand Nights and a Night — Volume 01 (of 10) | 37 | C2 |
| Stalky & Co. | 10 | C2 |
| Rewards and Fairies | 34 | C2 |
| Little Lord Fauntleroy [abridged]: Für den Schulgebrauch bearbeitet | 19 | C2 |
| Journeys Through Bookland, Vol. 4 | 35 | C2 |
| Histoire du chien de Brisquet / The Story of Brisquet's Dog | 1 | C2 |
| Golden Numbers: A Book of Verse for Youth | 46 | C2 |
| Fifty Christmas poems for children | 51 | C2 |
| Eight illustrations to Shakespeare's Tempest | 1 | C2 |
| Buds and flowers of childish life | 2 | C2 |
| All Round the Year | 2 | C2 |
| A Nonsense Anthology | 214 | C2 |
| A Child-World | 27 | C2 |
Level C2Children'sThe Book of the Thousand Nights and a Night — Volume 01 (of 10)Journey into the enchanting world of Arabian nights, where campfire tales bring to life jinn, chivalrous knights, and the magic of desert skies.
Level C2Children'sStalky & Co.Three mischievous boys at a strict boarding school build secret hideouts and navigate rules, authority, and friendship with clever schemes and unexpected alliances.
Level C2FantasyRewards and FairiesTwo siblings in the English countryside encounter Puck, the last of the fairies, who grants them the magical ability to see and converse with remarkable figures from England’s dist…![Cover of Little Lord Fauntleroy [abridged]: Für den Schulgebrauch bearbeitet by Frances Hodgson Burnett](https://dsx1pat3ljtul.cloudfront.net/books/daf4oi0e1ofc73dhb9gg.webp)
Level C2Children'sLittle Lord Fauntleroy [abridged]: Für den Schulgebrauch bearbeitetA young boy named Cedric grows up unaware of his noble English heritage and the family grudges that shadow his past.
Level C2PoetryJourneys Through Bookland, Vol. 4Explore timeless poems and stirring stories that celebrate simple joys, noble character, and heroic deeds, weaving history, nature, and human spirit into a rich tapestry of verse a…
Level C2Children'sHistoire du chien de Brisquet / The Story of Brisquet's DogIn a snowy forest plagued by wolves, a devoted dog named Bichonne bravely guards a poor woodcutter’s family, risking everything to protect their two young children from lurking dan…
Level C2PoetryGolden Numbers: A Book of Verse for YouthImmerse yourself in a curated collection of inspiring poems that celebrate nature, seasons, and youthful wonder, drawn from timeless voices and crafted to ignite the imagination of…![Cover of Fifty Christmas poems for children by Florence B. [Compiler] Hyett](https://dsx1pat3ljtul.cloudfront.net/books/dabnpso9638s73a33fbg.webp)
Level C2PoetryFifty Christmas poems for childrenCelebrate the magic of Christmas through fifty enchanting poems that capture the wonder, joy, and timeless traditions of the holiday season, perfect for children and families to ch…
Level C2Children'sEight illustrations to Shakespeare's TempestDive into a magical world where sorcery, spirits, and star-crossed love unfold on a mysterious island, brought to life through eight enchanting illustrations capturing key moments…
Level C2PoetryBuds and flowers of childish lifeDelight in a charming collection of poems capturing the innocence and wonder of childhood, brought to life with vibrant illustrations that celebrate the simple joys and budding adv…
Level C2PoetryAll Round the YearExperience the cycle of nature and human emotion through vivid, lyrical poems that celebrate the resilience of life, the promise of spring, and the tender moments woven throughout…
Level C2PoetryA Nonsense AnthologyDive into a whimsical collection of playful and absurd poems, featuring nonsense verses, quirky ballads, and fantastical tales that delight with their imaginative language and humo…
Level C2PoetryA Child-WorldStep into a magical world of childhood wonder where a simple Indiana home and its blooming orchard reveal timeless joys, secret adventures, and the enchanting beauty of nature seen…