A2 English Stories
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Saying Goodbye
Anna and Maria have been best friends since childhood, sharing everything from secrets to adventures. When Maria's family announces they are moving to Canada, both girls are heartbroken. They spend their remaining weeks together looking at photos and remembering happy times. Anna makes Maria a scrapbook, and Maria gives Anna her favorite necklace. On the day of departure, they promise to write and call each other regularly. After Maria leaves, Anna finds a secret letter under her pillow with a touching message about how true friendship lasts forever, no matter the distance.
The Secret
Emma notices that her best friend Sophie has been acting strangely and avoiding her. After a week of worry and confusion, Sophie invites Emma to the park where a surprise birthday party awaits. The secret was that Sophie had been planning the party all along.
The Surprise Visit
Maria decides to surprise her sister Elena with an unannounced visit after two years apart. They spend a heartwarming weekend together, sharing stories, looking at old photographs, and reconnecting. The visit reminds them both of the importance of family and making time for the people we love.
Sibling Rivalry
Two sisters, Emma and Sophie, argue constantly and compete for attention. When Emma injures her ankle, Sophie reaches out, and they finally discover the bond they have always shared.
The School Trip
Class 5B goes on an exciting school trip to the Natural History Museum. Led by their teacher Mrs. Johnson and guided by museum guide Sarah, the students explore fascinating exhibits including dinosaur skeletons featuring a massive T-Rex, ocean life with a giant blue whale model, colorful butterflies, and a space section with planets and a real meteorite. After a lunch break at the museum cafe, they visit an interactive science exhibit where they can do experiments like making a volcano erupt. Before leaving, everyone buys souvenirs from the gift shop. Tom and Lisa agree it was the best school trip ever.
Study Session at the Library
Emma and Lucas meet at the library to study for their history exam about the French Revolution. They help each other understand the material, take a lunch break at the café, and borrow useful books. After studying together over several days, both students receive excellent grades on their exam.
Meeting with the Tutor
Emma, a university student struggling with mathematics, meets her new tutor David Chen for the first time. Through patient guidance and encouragement, she begins to understand algebra and gains confidence in her abilities.
The Group Project
When the teacher assigns a group project about ancient civilizations, Mia is nervous about working with strangers Leo, Sara, and Tom. The group chooses Ancient Egypt, dividing the work into pyramids, pharaohs, daily life, and presentation design. After early challenges with Tom's absences and Leo's overwhelming research, Mia brings everyone together at the library for a weekend work session. They learn to collaborate, practice their presentation, and deliver it perfectly. The group receives the highest grade and Mia discovers that teamwork can be better than working alone.
Exam Stress
Lucas felt stressed before a big maths exam because he did not understand fractions. His mother helped him study the night before, and the next morning he taught the method to his friend Mia and other classmates. Both Lucas and Mia passed the exam with good grades, and Lucas learned that asking for help and helping others are both important.
Joining a Sports Club
Mark moves to a new city and joins a local football club called City United to make friends. He meets friendly teammates, practices hard, and plays in his first match. When City United wins with his assist, Mark finally feels at home.
The Tennis Match
Marco enters his first amateur tennis tournament after practicing for weeks. He loses the first set against his tall opponent Stefan, but follows his father's advice to target Stefan's backhand. Marco wins the second set and fights hard in the decisive third set. With the score tied at five games each, Marco wins his service game and then breaks Stefan's serve to win the match. It becomes the best day of his tennis life.
Buying a Smartphone
Lisa needs a new smartphone because her old one is slow and the battery dies quickly. She visits an electronics store where a helpful salesperson shows her three different phones. After testing the camera and comparing features, Lisa chooses the phone with the best camera and buys a protective case for it.
Computer Problems
Tom needs to finish a school project on his computer. He faces several problems: the computer won't turn on because the power strip is off, the computer freezes and he loses unsaved work, the internet stops working and he needs to restart the router, and the printer runs out of paper. With help from his sister Emma and his father, Tom solves each problem one by one. He learns that computers can have many small issues, but most have simple solutions. Now he always saves his work and checks the printer before printing.
The Social Media Post
Emma loved social media and posting photos. When one post received no likes, she felt sad and stressed. Her sister helped her understand that likes do not define her value, and Emma learned to use social media in a healthier way.
A Weekend in Paris
Two friends enjoy a weekend trip to Paris, visiting iconic landmarks like the Eiffel Tower and Louvre Museum, tasting French cuisine, exploring Montmartre, and experiencing the magic of the city.
Lost in the City
Emma visits Barcelona and gets lost while exploring the old town without a map. With her phone battery almost dead, she struggles to find her way back to Las Ramblas. After failed attempts to get directions, she meets an Australian couple who guide her back. The experience teaches her that getting lost can lead to unexpected adventures and new friendships.
Delayed Flight
Tom arrives at the airport early for his flight to Barcelona, but learns it's delayed by three hours due to bad weather. While waiting, he explores the airport, buys a travel guide, and meets Maria, a photographer who travels to Barcelona every year. They talk about the city's best places, and when the flight finally boards, they discover their seats are in the same row. After landing in sunny Barcelona, Maria gives Tom her phone number and offers to be his tour guide.
Keeping a Travel Journal
Maria travels to Italy for the first time with a notebook from her grandmother. She begins keeping a travel journal, writing about the train journey, Florence's old bridge, museums, and a countryside vineyard. Each day she records her experiences with words and drawings. When she returns home, she shows the journal to her grandmother, who praises her work. Maria decides to keep a journal on every future trip.