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Read Children's Classics in English
6,041 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 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 B1AdventureThe Motor Boys; or, Chums Through Thick and ThinThree inseparable friends race their bicycles through the countryside of Cresville, facing thrilling competitions and mysterious robberies.
Level B1MysteryThe Motor Boys on the Wing; Or, Seeking the Airship TreasureThree daring boys in a speeding touring car challenge a stubborn hay wagon driver while racing down a narrow bridge, setting the stage for a thrilling quest to uncover a mysterious…
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 B1AdventureThe Motor Boys on the Border; Or, Sixty Nuggets of GoldThree friends' automobile adventure takes a sudden turn when a mysterious discovery of gold nuggets near their hometown sparks a dangerous chase, involving hidden treasures, elusiv…
Level B1AdventureThe Motor Boys on the Atlantic; or, The Mystery of the LighthouseThree adventurous friends spend their summer vacation on the Atlantic coast, navigating sailboats and uncovering the mystery surrounding a lighthouse.
Level B1MysteryThe Motor Boys on Thunder Mountain; Or, The Treasure Chest of Blue RockThree adventurous friends receive a mysterious letter hinting at a gold mine on Thunder Mountain, sparking a thrilling journey filled with friendship, daring plans, and the lure of…
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 B1AdventureThe Motor Boys in Strange Waters; or, Lost in a Floating ForestTwo adventurous boys celebrate the start of summer vacation, eager to leave behind schoolwork and set off on thrilling journeys in their motorboat.
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 B1AdventureThe Motor Boys Overland; Or, A Long Trip for Fun and FortuneThree adventurous boys set out on a thrilling overland journey in their new touring car, guided by an old miner with a secret to a lost gold mine.
Level B1MysteryThe Motor Boys Over the Rockies; Or, A Mystery of the AirThree adventurous friends debate where to take their airship vacation, sparking plans for an exciting Western trip over the Rockies.
Level B1AdventureThe Motor Boys Over the Ocean; Or, A Marvelous Rescue in Mid-AirThree friends pilot their airship, the Comet, to rescue a millionaire and his crew stranded over the ocean in a hurricane after an aviation carnival mishap, facing thrilling danger…
Level B1MysteryThe Motor Boys After a Fortune; or, The Hut on Snake IslandThree adventurous boys set out to find a rumored radium treasure on a mysterious island in the Grand Canyon, facing strange "ghosts," danger, and a rival who has stolen their motor…
Level B1MysteryThe Motor Boys Afloat; or, The Stirring Cruise of the DartawayThree adventurous boys celebrate the arrival of their new motor boat, the Dartaway, eager to embark on thrilling cruises and face challenges from rivals and unexpected dangers.
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 C1Children'sThe Mornin'-Glory GirlIn a lively household ruled by the formidable Mrs.
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 C2PoetryThe Monkey's Frolic: A Humorous Tale, in VerseFollow the mischievous antics of a playful monkey in this lively, illustrated verse that brings humor and whimsy to life with every turn of the page.
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 C1AdventureThe MissionAn elderly man haunted by a tragic shipwreck sets his son on a perilous African expedition to uncover the fate of lost loved ones, navigating wild landscapes, dangerous tribes, and…
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 C1AdventureThe Minute Boys of the Mohawk ValleyIn the tense spring of 1777, a band of spirited boys armed with wooden guns unwittingly deters a fierce Mohawk sachem and his warriors, shaping the fate of the Mohawk Valley amid t…
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 C1HistoricalThe Mines and its WondersIn a coal-mining village overshadowed by towering chimneys and relentless machinery, families live in constant fear of deadly explosions beneath the earth.
Level C1PoetryThe Miller and His Golden DreamA miller’s simple tale unfolds without magical embellishments, revealing a moral truth through pure poetry.
Level A2PoetryThe Milkmaid: R. Caldecott's Picture BooksDelight in a charming dialogue between a young squire and a spirited milkmaid, brought to life through playful verse and vivid illustrations that reveal wit, class, and unexpected…
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…