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Read Children's Classics in English
3,688 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 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 B2AdventureThe Motor Maids by Rose, Shamrock and ThistleA spirited group of friends embarks on a daring ocean voyage, battling seasickness and stormy seas as they chase adventure and fulfill a mysterious Gypsy prophecy.
Level B2AdventureThe Motor Maids by Palm and PineFour adventurous young women set off on a spirited Easter trip to Florida, traveling in style aboard a private railroad car with surprises and fine company.
Level B2AdventureThe Motor Maids at Sunrise CampTwo cousins embark on a summer adventure to Sunrise Camp, a rustic yet comfortable log house nestled in the mountains, promising breathtaking sunrises, lakes, and forest trails—if…
Level B2AdventureThe Motor Maids Across the ContinentFour adventurous young women leave school behind to embark on a thrilling motorcar journey from Chicago to San Francisco, embracing freedom, friendship, and the open road against a…
Level B2MysteryThe Motor Girls on a TourFour expert motor girls set off on a thrilling tour, navigating speedy cars, unexpected mishaps, and tangled friendships—especially when a prized picnic hamper is smashed and old t…
Level B2MysteryThe Motor Girls on Crystal Bay; or, The Secret of the Red OarFour friends scramble to pack for a mysterious trip to Crystal Bay, juggling trunks, secrets, and surprises along the way.
Level B2MysteryThe Motor Girls on Cedar Lake; Or, the Hermit of Fern IslandThree adventurous girls take to the waters of Cedar Lake in a sleek new motorboat, eager to prove their skills—and soon find themselves caught in unexpected danger.
Level B2MysteryThe Motor Girls in the Mountains; or, The Gypsy Girl's SecretThree adventurous girls speed toward the Adirondacks in their motor car, chasing freedom and fun—but a mysterious gypsy girl’s secret threatens to turn their joyful journey into a…
Level B2AdventureThe Motor Girls at Lookout Beach; Or, In Quest of the RunawaysTwo spirited sisters, Bess and Belle Robinson, gear up for an exciting summer adventure at Lookout Beach, fueled by fast cars and boundless enthusiasm.
Level B2MysteryThe Motor Girls at Camp Surprise; Or, The Cave in the MountainsThree adventurous girls set off for Camp Surprise, navigating warm summer days, playful banter, and unexpected roadside encounters.
Level B2AdventureThe Motor Girls Through New England; or, Held by the GypsiesWhen mysterious footsteps shadow their summer cottage, three daring motor girls and their friends must unravel the secret of a lurking stranger—setting off a thrilling adventure fi…
Level B2AdventureThe Motor GirlsA spirited young woman receives a brand-new automobile for her birthday, igniting her determination to master driving herself despite family expectations.
Level B2MysteryThe Motor Boys on the Pacific; Or, the Young Derelict HuntersThree adventurous friends set out for the Pacific coast to hunt a mysterious derelict, overcoming the loss of their beloved motorboat and braving new dangers at sea with the help o…
Level B2MysteryThe Motor Boys on Road and River; Or, Racing To Save a LifeWhen Jerry Hopkins discovers a mysterious lump of clay on his mother's swamp land, he and his friends embark on a thrilling adventure to find the missing Professor Snodgrass and ra…
Level B2AdventureThe Motor Boys in the Clouds; or, A Trip for Fame and FortuneThree adventurous boys dare to take to the skies in a daring new hybrid airship, chasing fame and fortune above the clouds.
Level B2AdventureThe Motor Boys in Mexico; Or, The Secret of the Buried CityThree adventurous boys set out from Arizona to Mexico in their prized automobile, chasing the mystery of a buried city rumored to hold vast treasures.
Level B2AdventureThe Motor Boys Under the Sea; or, From Airship to SubmarineThree adventurous boys pilot their airship over Massachusetts Bay when they spot a mysterious, whale-like creature beneath the waves.
Level B2MysteryThe Motor Boys Across the Plains; or, The Hermit of Lost LakeThree adventurous boys and their professor face mechanical failure and a perilous collision on a narrow western road, sparking a thrilling journey across the plains filled with mys…
Level B2AdventureThe Motor Boat Club off Long Island; or, A Daring Marine Game at Racing SpeedIn dense fog off Long Island, a young skipper faces a deadly collision between his motor cruiser, a sailing schooner, and a mysterious racing craft.
Level B2AdventureThe Motor Boat Club in Florida; or, Laying the Ghost of Alligator SwampA young captain steers the speedy cruiser Restless through the warm, treacherous Florida Straits, where mysterious weather and eerie waters hint at dangers lurking near Alligator S…
Level B2AdventureThe Motor Boat Club at the Golden Gate; or, A Thrilling Capture in the Great FogTwo skilled young motorboat enthusiasts embark on a journey to San Francisco, unaware that a thrilling and dangerous adventure awaits them in the foggy waters of the Golden Gate.
Level B2MysteryThe Motor Boat Club at Nantucket; or, The Mystery of the Dunstan HeirTwo American boys join the Motor Boat Club at Nantucket, tasked with overseeing a swift new vessel, the Meteor.
Level B2AdventureThe Motor Boat Club and The Wireless; Or, the Dot, Dash and Dare CruiseThree adventurous boys aboard the motor yacht Restless find their dull vacation shattered when a desperate wireless message summons them into a thrilling sea chase, igniting a race…
Level B2Children'sThe Moral Picture BookA young boy’s innocent day of play turns into a lesson in honesty and responsibility after a fall and a broken promise to his parents.
Level B2FantasyThe Moon Princess: A Fairy TaleA radiant Moon Princess defies celestial customs to spend her honeymoon on Earth, embarking on a magical journey filled with love, wonder, and hidden dangers beneath the shimmering…
Level B2Science FictionThe Moon ColonyHigh above the desert, a heavily guarded airship transports millions in gold, but threats loom as mysterious new phenomena appear on the moon and shadowy air pirates wield enormous…
Level B2Children'sThe Monster and Other StoriesA young boy wrestles with guilt after accidentally destroying a cherished flower while playing train, seeking solace from a loyal stablehand.
Level B2AdventureThe Modern Vikings: Stories of Life and Sport in the NorselandTwo brothers embark on a thrilling hunt through the wild Norseland woods, tracking a clever otter with its playful family.
Level B2Children'sThe Mission of Janice DayJanice Day’s lively spirit awakens the sleepy town of Polktown as she tackles local challenges and uncovers the troubling secret weighing on her rugged Uncle Jason.
Level B2MysteryThe Missing Tin Box; Or, The Stolen Railroad BondsA resourceful orphan named Hal overhears a suspicious conversation about valuable railroad bonds and sets out to uncover a dangerous scheme in the bustling city.
Level B2AdventureThe Missing Pocket-Book; Or, Tom Mason's LuckAs drought-stricken cattlemen drive vast herds through hostile farmlands, a bitter conflict erupts between their desperate quest for water and the farmers determined to protect the…
Level B2AdventureThe Mislaid UncleA young girl faces sudden upheaval when her mother must leave urgently, forcing her to navigate a journey alone with only her doll for comfort.
Level B2Children'sThe Miraculous Pitcher: (From: "A Wonder-Book for Girls and Boys")Children set out on a springtime mountain climb with Cousin Eustace, who pauses to tell a captivating tale of old Philemon and Baucis—kindly souls whose quiet evening is disrupted…
Level B2AdventureThe Minute Boys of the Wyoming ValleyAmid the fierce land disputes and factional warfare in Wyoming Valley during the Revolutionary era, young settlers navigate perilous alliances and battles for survival as they defe…
Level B2AdventureThe Minute Boys of York TownTwo Virginia boys, Saul and Fitzroy, are drawn into the revolutionary struggle after witnessing brutal British tactics near York Town.
Level B2AdventureThe Minute Boys of South CarolinaTwo South Carolina boys join the daring guerrilla fight led by Francis Marion, the "Swamp Fox," as patriots resist British forces crushing the colonies.
Level B2AdventureThe Minute Boys of PhiladelphiaAmid British occupation in Philadelphia, two young patriots navigate danger and daring plans to reclaim stolen horses from the king’s forces, risking everything to aid the cause of…
Level B2HistoricalThe Minute Boys of Long IslandThree young boys on Long Island band together as the Minute Boys, determined to defend their homes and fight for freedom amid growing Tory threats and the looming British invasion…
Level B2AdventureThe Minute Boys of BostonIn the tense days before the American Revolution, a group of Boston boys band together as the Minute Boys, ready to stand against British oppression and fight for their colony’s fr…
Level B2AdventureThe Middy and the Moors: An Algerine StoryA young British naval officer sets out for a peaceful night row along the Mediterranean, only to be caught in a fierce storm that sweeps him far from shore, launching him into an u…
Level B2AdventureThe Messenger of the Black PrinceIn a turbulent France threatened by the Black Prince’s relentless advance, a mysterious man claiming to be the king’s fool challenges loyalties and provokes uneasy questions about…
Level B2Children'sThe MerryweathersTwo cousins, shy and excited, embark on a journey to the Merryweathers' camp, where unexpected encounters and warm welcomes await them.
Level B2Children'sThe Merry FiveFive spirited children prepare for a summer adventure at Santa Luzia, where new friendships and seaside fun await.
Level B2MysteryThe Mercer Boys on a Treasure HuntTwo adventurous brothers stumble upon a mysterious letter while visiting their former professor’s home, setting them on an unexpected treasure hunt filled with secrets and danger.
Level B2MysteryThe Mercer Boys in the Ghost PatrolAt a summer camp near Rustling Ridge, cadets face eerie events: a horse stampede, a mysterious fire, a missing girl, and a ghostly figure threatening to drive them away.
Level B2AdventureThe Memoirs of a White ElephantA wise white elephant recounts his extraordinary life in the kingdoms of Siam and India, from sacred idol to war hero, daring rescuer, and playful companion to a princess, facing a…
Level B2AdventureThe Meadow-Brook Girls in the Hills; Or, The Missing Pilot of the White MountainsA group of adventurous young women, known as the Meadow-Brook Girls, embark on a daring mountain trek guided by the mysterious Janus Grubb, whose green goggles and secretive demean…
Level B2AdventureThe Meadow-Brook Girls Under Canvas; Or, Fun and Frolic in the Summer CampFour girls from Meadow-Brook embark on a summer of adventure and friendship at camp, navigating youthful dreams and the challenges of growing up amid laughter, daisy-petal fortunes…