Español Classics Retold Stories
Classic literature retold in simple Español. Experience famous stories from world literature adapted for language learners. These retellings preserve the essence of great works while using accessible vocabulary. A cultural education combined with language learning.
2 stories available
The Jungle Book
Mowgli, a human baby, is found by wolves in the Indian jungle and raised as one of their own. Despite the tiger Shere Khan's desire for revenge, Mowgli grows up with his wolf family, guided by the wise bear Baloo and the protective panther Bagheera. When Shere Khan threatens to attack, Mowgli uses fire to defeat the tiger and prove himself a true member of the jungle family. As he grows older, Mowgli realizes he belongs to both the human and animal worlds.
Aladdin
Aladdin, a poor young man from Arabia, is tricked by an evil sorcerer into retrieving a magic lamp from a hidden cave. Trapped underground, Aladdin discovers the lamp contains a powerful genie who grants wishes. Using the genie's magic, Aladdin transforms into a wealthy prince and wins the heart of Princess Jasmine. When the sorcerer returns to steal the lamp, Aladdin and Jasmine work together to defeat him and live happily ever after.