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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 B2MysteryThe Boy Scouts for Home ProtectionIn a town plagued by reckless drivers and unsafe crossings, a determined Boy Scout patrol steps up to protect their community.
Level B2MysteryThe Boy Scouts for City ImprovementTwo determined Boy Scouts, Hugh and Billy, set out to tackle their town’s litter problem and inspire community pride, turning a hot September day into the start of a spirited campa…
Level B1AdventureThe Boy Scouts at the Panama-Pacific ExpositionTwo Boy Scouts plan an unforgettable summer adventure at the Panama-Pacific Exposition, balancing thrilling camping trips and thrilling encounters with secret government experiment…
Level B2AdventureThe Boy Scouts at the Panama CanalBoy Scouts find themselves caught up in intrigue and adventure near the Panama Canal, where debts, secrets, and unexpected encounters challenge their courage and resourcefulness un…
Level B1AdventureThe Boy Scouts at the Canadian BorderThree adventurous Boy Scouts trek through the rugged Maine wilderness near the Canadian border, racing against time to deliver an urgent message for a missing relative amidst the t…
Level B2MysteryThe Boy Scouts at Mobilization CampTwo eager Boy Scouts in Oakvale dream of visiting a bustling mobilization camp where local militia prepare for war, eager to help and uncover adventures amid the military excitemen…
Level B2MysteryThe Boy Scouts as Forest Fire FightersIn a drought-stricken town skeptical of their efforts, a determined troop of Boy Scouts sets out to prove their worth as forest fire fighters, overcoming doubt and opposition with…
Level B2MysteryThe Boy Scouts as County Fair GuidesAs the annual County Fair approaches, three Boy Scouts from Oakvale prepare to navigate thrilling exhibitions, daring aerial stunts, and community adventures, all while showcasing…
Level B2AdventureThe Boy Scouts and the Prize PennantFour Boy Scouts face a sudden storm deep in the woods, forcing them to rely on their woodcraft skills and quick thinking to find shelter and safety before the weather breaks.
Level B2AdventureThe Boy Scouts and the Army AirshipRival Boy Scout patrols compete in thrilling water sports, culminating in a tense harpoon contest to claim victory.
Level B2AdventureThe Boy Scouts Under Fire in MexicoFour Boy Scouts set sail against a brewing storm and rebel gunfire near the Mexican border, caught between adventure and danger.
Level B1AdventureThe Boy Scouts Through the Big Timber; Or, The Search for the Lost TenderfootA spirited troop of Boy Scouts embarks on a rugged camping adventure through the Rocky Mountains, where pack mules and unexpected mishaps add humor and challenge to their quest.
Level B2AdventureThe Boy Scouts PatrolA group of adventurous boys gather for a fishing trip that quickly turns into an exciting journey of scouting, tracking, and camping under the watchful eye of Colonel Snow.
Level B2AdventureThe Boy Scouts In RussiaStranded at the tense Russian-German border, American boy Frederick Waring faces exile and betrayal by a powerful Russian uncle.
Level B1AdventureThe Boy Scouts Down in Dixie; or, The Strange Secret of Alligator SwampEight adventurous Boy Scouts from the Silver Fox Patrol head deep into the mysterious Alligator Swamp in Louisiana, uncovering secrets and facing unexpected challenges in the heart…![Cover of The Boy Scouts Book of Campfire Stories by Franklin K. [Editor] Mathiews](https://dsx1pat3ljtul.cloudfront.net/books/da7l69eqoens73dd7kmg.webp)
Level C1AdventureThe Boy Scouts Book of Campfire StoriesGathered around the campfire, boys hear thrilling tales of rugged woodsmen, daring adventures, and the enduring spirit of the outdoors, inspiring courage, friendship, and a love fo…
Level B2AdventureThe Boy Scouts Along the Susquehanna; or, The Silver Fox Patrol Caught in a FloodA spirited Boy Scout patrol sets out along the Susquehanna, braving the threat of a fierce storm with only their wits and rubber ponchos.
Level B2AdventureThe Boy Scouts Afoot in France; or, With the Red Cross Corps at the MarneFour adventurous Boy Scouts navigate war-torn Europe to reach a sanitarium in Antwerp, facing military obstacles and the chaos of the Great War.
Level B2AdventureThe Boy Scout pathfindersTwo Boy Scouts vanish mysteriously, sparking a tense search led by General Pershing.
Level B2AdventureThe Boy Scout and Other Stories for BoysA determined Boy Scout sets out on a sweltering journey, carrying heavy burdens and embodying the Scout's rule to do a daily good turn, facing trials that test his courage, kindnes…
Level B1AdventureThe Boy Scout Treasure Hunters; Or, The Lost Treasure of Buffalo HollowIn a reform school where trust is rare, Glen Mason plots a daring escape under the guise of a dentist visit, driven by dreams of honor and freedom beyond the walls that confine him…
Level B2AdventureThe Boy Scout Pathfinders; Or, Jack Danby's Best AdventureA troop of Boy Scouts embarks on an adventurous summer camp deep in the wild Adirondacks, tasked with exploring uncharted terrain, cataloging wildlife, and mastering the wilderness…
Level B2AdventureThe Boy Scout Fire Fighters; Or Jack Danby's Bravest DeedAmid a looming forest fire near their Scout camp, resourceful Jack Danby and his friend Pete race to assess the threat and protect nearby homes, uncovering mysteries and testing th…
Level B1AdventureThe Boy Scout Camera Club; Or, the Confession of a PhotographA group of adventurous Boy Scouts form a secret Camera Club to explore the wild mountains of the eastern U.
Level B2AdventureThe Boy Scout AviatorsTwo Boy Scouts from America and England bond over their shared passion for scouting and the looming threat of war in Europe, discovering how their skills might prepare them for the…
Level B1AdventureThe Boy Scout Automobilists; Or, Jack Danby in the WoodsA Boy Scout troop is chosen to join a state militia's grand maneuvers, embarking on a daring experiment to prove their skills as a reserve force while facing the challenges of real…
Level B2AdventureThe Boy ScoutA determined Boy Scout endures a sweltering trek to do a good turn, carrying heavy burdens and facing mockery, until a mysterious young man in a sleek car offers unexpected aid and…
Level B1AdventureThe Boy Ranchers; Or, Solving the Mystery at Diamond XTwo young riders at the Diamond X ranch face a dusty, hot ride and a mysterious wisp of smoke on the horizon.
Level B2AdventureThe Boy Ranchers on the Trail; Or, The Diamond X After Cattle RustlersYoung ranchers face the thrilling challenge of a massive spring round-up at Diamond X, where skill, courage, and teamwork are tested as they rope, brand, and protect their cattle f…
Level B1AdventureThe Boy Ranchers on Roaring River; Or, Diamond X and the Chinese SmugglersThree rugged boys, seasoned by ranch life, are drawn into a mysterious mission after a devastating cattle accident, uncovering dangerous secrets on Roaring River involving Chinese…
Level B2AdventureThe Boy Ranchers of Puget SoundA young Boston boy, forced to leave his comfortable life, ventures west to Puget Sound seeking adventure and a new start on a rugged ranch.
Level B1MysteryThe Boy Ranchers in Death Valley; Or, Diamond X and the Poison MysteryIn the rugged expanse of Death Valley, a group of fearless boy ranchers face thrilling challenges, from daring horseback feats to unraveling a deadly poison mystery threatening the…
Level B2AdventureThe Boy Ranchers at Spur Creek; Or, Fighting the Sheep HerdersThree boys return to Diamond X ranch to find tension rising as their father receives troubling news about an impending conflict with sheep herders—threatening the peace and their w…
Level B2AdventureThe Boy Ranchers Among the Indians; Or, Trailing the YaquisThree young cowboys set out on an adventurous trail to visit family, encountering the dangers of the wild West—from rattlesnakes to lurking threats—as they navigate the rugged land…
Level B1MysteryThe Boy Pilot of the Lakes; Or, Nat Morton's PerilsFifteen-year-old Nat Morton, a skilled swimmer and lakefront expert, leaps into action to save a drifting rowboat from a massive steamer’s path, risking everything in a daring resc…
Level C1HistoricalThe Boy PatriotIn a rugged coastal town shaped by hardship and the sea, a courageous boy rises as a leader among his peers, embodying the spirit of a new century.
Level B2AdventureThe Boy Land Boomer; Or, Dick Arbuckle's Adventures in OklahomaA determined sixteen-year-old joins the restless boomers eager to claim Oklahoma's disputed lands before the official opening.
Level C1AdventureThe Boy Knight: A Tale of the CrusadesA fifteen-year-old boy with both Saxon and Norman blood watches armed men gather at the Earl of Evesham's castle, hinting at a brewing conflict with outlaws and rival barons.
Level B1AdventureThe Boy Inventors' Radio TelephoneIn a small town near Boston, a group of inventive boys test their groundbreaking electric car, the Electric Monarch, capable of silent, speedy travel powered by innovative electric…
Level B2AdventureThe Boy Inventors' Flying ShipTwo young inventors prepare to test their groundbreaking Wondership, a versatile craft designed to travel by land, air, and water.
Level B1AdventureThe Boy Inventors' Electric HydroaeroplaneA determined young inventor seeks a place in an experimental workshop famed for daring creations like the Sky-ship and diving Torpedo Boat.
Level B2AdventureThe Boy Inventors' Diving Torpedo BoatTwo inventive boys survive a runaway trolley crash and awaken in a mysterious workshop, where a brilliant inventor’s daring experiments promise thrilling underwater adventures with…
Level B2AdventureThe Boy Inventors and the Vanishing GunTwo inventive teens, Jack and Tom, prepare to meet a renowned inventor arriving by a speedy aëroplane, setting the stage for daring adventures involving cutting-edge inventions and…
Level B2FantasyThe Boy Inventor's Wireless TriumphTwo inventive cousins on a remote island spring to life when a mysterious wireless signal crackles through the air, promising thrilling adventures and scientific wonders beyond the…
Level B2AdventureThe Boy Hunters of KentuckyIn the rugged wilderness of Kentucky, twelve-year-old Jack Gedney receives a rifle and begins his training as a skilled hunter and marksman under his father's watchful eye.
Level B2AdventureThe Boy HuntersVenture up the mighty Mississippi to a remote French village and step inside the rugged home of a hunter-naturalist, where wild adventures and the mysteries of the western prairies…
Level B2AdventureThe Boy Fortune Hunters in the South SeasStranded in Australia and struggling to find a cargo for their ship, a determined family faces the challenge of sailing home with empty holds—until a mysterious visitor might hold…
Level B2AdventureThe Boy Fortune Hunters in YucatanA seasoned merchant crew aboard the sleek Seagull pauses at Magdalena Bay to deliver supplies to the Pacific Squadron, but for this young purser and his family, the call of adventu…