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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 Æsop's fables in words of one syllable, Æsop's Fables: A Version for Young Readers and Æsop's Fables, Embellished with One Hundred and Eleven Emblematical Devices.. 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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Level B2Children'sThe Old Castle and Other StoriesOn Flaxy's birthday, children gather by a glowing fire to hear Dudley recount his childhood rivalry and jealousy toward his cousin Bernard, revealing a tale of family, envy, and th…
Level B2AdventureThe Ocean Wireless Boys on the PacificAboard the speedy yacht Sea Gypsy, a secretive mission unfolds amid the unpredictable South Seas, with coal supplies dwindling and a brewing storm threatening the mysterious journe…
Level B2AdventureThe Ocean Wireless Boys on the AtlanticA determined sixteen-year-old dreams of mastering wireless telegraphy, but when a young girl falls overboard at the docks, he must prove his courage with a daring rescue, thrusting…
Level B2AdventureThe Ocean Wireless Boys on War Swept SeasTwo adventurous youths board the Kronprinzessin Emilie, a ship carrying millions in gold, unaware that their luxury voyage will soon plunge them into the chaos of a world at war.
Level B2AdventureThe Ocean Wireless Boys and the Naval CodeYoung wireless operator Jack Ready and his friends navigate thrilling maritime adventures filled with danger, daring rescues, and mysterious encounters on the high seas.
Level B2AdventureThe Ocean Wireless Boys and the Lost LinerWhen a blinding flash erupts in the wireless room aboard the luxury liner Tropic Queen, young wireless operators Jack and Sam face a mysterious crisis at sea that will test their s…
Level B2AdventureThe Ocean Cat's Paw: The Story of a Strange CruiseA boy and his uncle explore the wild beauty of Dartmoor, fishing tiny trout and collecting mysterious specimens by a sparkling stream.
Level B2PoetryThe Nursery Rhyme BookDive into a charming collection of timeless nursery rhymes, filled with mysterious kings, brave princes, and curious characters whose stories have been passed down through generati…
Level B2Children'sThe Norwegian Fairy BookVenture into the rugged Norwegian mountains where Per Gynt, a skilled marksman, faces mysterious giants and enchanted creatures in shadowy forests and wild fjords.
Level B2AdventureThe Nomad of the Nine LivesFollow the thrilling adventures of a clever cat as he recounts a life filled with danger, loyalty, and survival—revealing the hidden world of feline courage and the bonds that defi…
Level B2AdventureThe Noank's Log: A Privateer of the RevolutionAmidst the Revolutionary War's darkest days, the old whaler Noank sails as a privateer disrupting British commerce, capturing prize after prize.
Level B2PoetryThe Night Before Christmas and Other Popular Stories For ChildrenEnchanting poems and stories capture the magic of Christmas Eve and the joyful surprises that follow, where Santa Claus visits, children dream of sugar-plums, and festive lessons u…
Level B2FantasyThe New-Year's BargainOn the eve of the Old Year's death, siblings Max and Thekla explore a mysterious forest where an ancient man crafts lifelike clay figures from magical materials, unveiling a world…
Level B2Children'sThe New Year's carolIn a snowbound Swiss village, young Barty and his sister Franzelie learn a New Year's carol to bring hope and warmth to their struggling family.
Level B2HistoricalThe New Girl at St. Chad's: A Story of School LifeAt St.
Level B2AdventureThe New Forest SpyA spirited young angler navigates the dense, mysterious New Forest, determined to catch elusive trout while uncovering the secrets hidden within its tangled woods and sparkling str…
Level B2Children'sThe New Boys at OakdaleAt Oakdale Academy, new boys face the challenges of rivalry and teamwork on the baseball field, where fierce competition and youthful determination clash in a gripping game against…![Cover of The Nest in the Honeysuckles, and other Stories by American Sunday-School Union [Editor]](https://dsx1pat3ljtul.cloudfront.net/books/da6sqdpbccoc73elo5c0.webp)
Level B2Children'sThe Nest in the Honeysuckles, and other StoriesA young boy and his mother watch a robin build its nest in a honeysuckle, discovering the wonders of nature and the loving care that guides even the smallest creatures.
Level B2MysteryThe Mystery of the Fifteen SoundsA young boy joins his brilliant cousin’s scientific research lab, where modern pioneers battle diseases and environmental threats.
Level B2MysteryThe Mystery of the Deserted VillageAs the St.
Level B2MysteryThe Mystery of Lost River CanyonA young gentleman receives a mysterious telegram that will change his life forever, sending him westward to a desolate home.
Level B2MysteryThe Mystery of Cleverly: A Story for BoysWhen a group of boys barricade their schoolhouse for a frolic, young Herbert devises a clever plan to break the siege and protect their frail teacher.
Level B2MysteryThe Mystery of Arnold HallA mysterious benefactor sends Patricia Randall a thousand-dollar check to fund her year at Granard College, setting her on a path of intrigue and secrecy.
Level B2MysteryThe Mystery at Camp LenapeAt Camp Lenape, mischief and rivalry erupt as the Utway twins spark a chaotic battle among tents, turning a quiet Sunday afternoon into a lively clash.
Level B2MysteryThe Mystery Hunters at the Haunted LodgeFour high school friends, dubbed the Mystery Hunters, have already solved school thefts, but when a chilling threat from the disgraced culprit looms, their next adventure leads the…
Level B2MysteryThe Mystery Boys and the Secret of the Golden SunThree adventurous boys, united by past thrilling escapades, face a new challenge in Mexico: uncovering the fate of a missing girl amidst suspicious watchers and ancient mines.
Level B2MysteryThe Mystery Boys and the Inca GoldWhen a mysterious letter from Peru surfaces, Cliff and his friends are drawn into a dangerous quest involving ancient Inca gold, secret messages, and shadowy strangers determined t…
Level B2MysteryThe Mystery Boys and Captain Kidd's MessageThree adventurous boys on a Jamaican plantation uncover mysterious clues tied to pirates and ancient Carib relics, as a mysterious local boy’s strange behavior hints at a new, thri…
Level B2FantasyThe Mysterious Shin ShiraA peculiar little yellow dwarf suddenly appears in a writer’s room, claiming to be a fairy cursed to vanish or appear at whim for centuries.
Level B2Children'sThe Mysterious Basket; or, The Foundling. A Story for Boys and GirlsIn a quiet village inn, a mysterious woman arrives carrying a carefully packed basket, sparking suspicion and curiosity.
Level B2AdventureThe Musket Boys of Old BostonIn the tense days before the American Revolution, two boys in Concord spy a mysterious youth igniting a secret signal, sparking their curiosity and plunging them into the thrilling…
Level B2Children'sThe Moving Picture Girls in War Plays: Or, The Sham Battles at Oak FarmTwo sisters prepare for adventures at Oak Farm, where hiking and Civil War reenactments promise excitement and challenges.
Level B2AdventureThe Moving Picture Girls at Sea: or, A Pictured Shipwreck That Became RealTwo sisters navigate the thrilling yet exhausting world of early moving picture filmmaking, balancing daring outdoor scenes and backstage dramas while preparing for a day filled wi…
Level B2AdventureThe Moving Picture Girls at Rocky Ranch: Or, Great Days Among the CowboysTwo sisters dive into the thrilling world of early cinema, balancing fashion, family, and the excitement of moving pictures.
Level B2AdventureThe Moving Picture Girls at Oak Farm: or, Queer Happenings While Taking Rural PlaysA lively troupe of city actors and girls heads to Oak Farm to film rural scenes for a new play, encountering the charms and challenges of country life.
Level B2AdventureThe Moving Picture Girls Under the Palms: Or Lost in the Wilds of FloridaA troupe of young actors embarks on an adventurous filming journey from New York to the wilds of Florida, facing unexpected challenges in a land of palms, alligators, and untamed n…
Level B2AdventureThe Moving Picture Girls Snowbound: Or, The Proof on the FilmTwo sisters navigate the challenges of their father’s mysterious delay and their own ambitions in the enchanting world of early moving pictures, all set against the wintry backdrop…
Level B2Children'sThe Mouse's WeddingIn a peaceful mouse household, a careful match is made between gentle Fukutaro and lovely Hatsuka, as their families prepare for a traditional wedding filled with rituals, gifts, a…
Level B2PoetryThe Mouse and the Christmas CakeA clever little mouse makes a cozy home inside a festive Christmas cake shaped like Windsor Castle, only to cause a joyful stir when her presence is discovered during a holiday gat…
Level B2FantasyThe Mouse and The MoonbeamOn Christmas Eve, a lively little mauve mouse eagerly awaits Santa Claus, sharing tales of her family’s past and their cautious encounters with a cunning cat lurking nearby.
Level B2Children'sThe Mouse Miller and other storiesOn a snowy Christmas Eve in Coblentz, a kind-hearted baker faces eviction and hardship but finds unexpected friendship and hope amid the festive struggle.
Level B2AdventureThe Motor Scout: A Story of Adventure in South AmericaIn the Peruvian Andes, daring young Tim O'Hagan rides his motor-bicycle through the town of San Rosario, thrilling locals and risking danger with his wild spirit.
Level B2AdventureThe Motor Rangers' Wireless StationThree adventurous friends set up a wireless station on isolated Goat Island, eager to catch their first thrilling signal.
Level B2MysteryThe Motor Rangers' Cloud CruiserThree adventurous youths aboard their gas-powered cruiser face mysterious islands and powerful currents that defy their charts, drawing them toward a boiling, rocky chasm in the Pa…
Level B2AdventureThe Motor Rangers on Blue Water; or, The Secret of the DerelictYoung adventurers race to transport a precious box of sapphires safely by motorboat along the rugged Pacific coast, evading outlaws and braving the wild sea in a thrilling quest th…
Level B2MysteryThe Motor Rangers Through the SierrasFour adventurous Motor Rangers set out on a Sierra mountain tour in a fully equipped automobile, eager to prove that hunting and fishing by car is just as thrilling as on horseback…
Level B2AdventureThe Motor Maids' School DaysWhen Billie Campbell arrives at West Haven High School driving her own bright red motor car, she stirs curiosity and rivalry among the students, especially with the exclusive "Myst…
Level B2AdventureThe Motor Maids in Fair JapanFour adventurous young women embark on an extraordinary journey to Japan, exchanging familiar shores for a land of cherry blossoms, ancient cities, and unexpected cultural encounte…