A2 Nederlands Stories
A2 Nederlands stories are for elementary learners who know basic vocabulary. These stories introduce past tense, more connectors, and everyday expressions. With around 600 vocabulary words and 3-5 minute reading time, you'll encounter real-life situations like shopping, travel, and social interactions. Click any word for translation and build your Nederlands comprehension naturally.
26 stories available
Theme Park Adventure
The Miller family spends an exciting day at a theme park. They ride the roller coaster, go on a water ride, visit a haunted house, and try the bumper cars. The children buy souvenirs, and the day ends perfectly with a fireworks show before they head home.
At the Concert
Lisa and Emma attend a concert by their favorite band. They arrive early, wait in a long line, and find their seats near the stage. The band performs for hours with amazing music, lights, and a guitar solo. Lisa sings along while Emma dances. The concert is unforgettable, and both friends agree it was the best night ever.
At the Airport
Maria travels to Paris for a business trip. She goes through check-in, security, and boards her flight. After a smooth journey, she arrives in Paris and takes a taxi to begin her meeting.
Shopping for Clothes
Emma goes shopping for summer clothes. She buys a beautiful blue dress, brown sandals, and a discounted t-shirt. She considers a leather bag but decides it's too expensive. She pays and goes home happy with her purchases.
At the Bank
Maria visits a local bank to open a new savings account. A friendly employee guides her through the process, explaining account types and fees. Maria provides her documents, makes her first deposit, and learns about online banking features. She leaves with a temporary card, pleased that the process was simple and straightforward.
Calling Customer Service
Emma calls customer service after noticing unexpected charges on her phone bill. A helpful agent named David identifies a billing error for international calls she never made and removes the charge. He also helps her switch to a cheaper plan with more benefits, leaving Emma satisfied with the quick resolution.
Getting a Haircut
Marco visits the barbershop for a much-needed haircut. The barber Tony cuts his hair following a picture Marco shows him, trims his beard, and they chat about football. Marco leaves feeling fresh and confident after paying and giving a tip.
Cinderella
A kind girl named Cinderella is mistreated by her stepmother and stepsisters. With the help of her fairy godmother, she attends a royal ball and captures the prince's heart. After losing her glass slipper, the prince finds her and they marry.
Hansel and Gretel
Two children are abandoned in a forest by their stepmother. They find a witch's candy house and are captured. Gretel tricks the witch and saves her brother. They return home with treasure and live happily with their father.
Snow White
A jealous queen tries to kill her beautiful stepdaughter Snow White, who escapes to live with seven dwarfs in the forest. The queen tricks Snow White with a poisoned apple, but a prince's love awakens her, and they live happily ever after.
Sleeping Beauty
A princess is cursed by an evil fairy to prick her finger and fall into eternal sleep on her sixteenth birthday. Three good fairies hide her in the forest, but the curse comes true. A brave prince defeats the evil fairy and awakens the princess with a kiss of true love.
The Frog Prince
A beautiful princess accidentally drops her golden ball into a deep well. A frog offers to retrieve it in exchange for becoming her companion at the castle. The princess agrees but breaks her promise. When the frog appears at the castle, the king insists she honor her word. In frustration, the princess throws the frog against a wall, breaking a witch's curse and transforming him into a handsome prince. The prince's loyal servant Henry had iron bands around his heart to prevent it from breaking during his master's enchantment, and they finally break with joy during the journey home.
The Emperor's New Clothes
An emperor who loves beautiful clothes is tricked by two clever men who claim they can weave magical fabric that only wise people can see. Not wanting to appear foolish, the emperor and his ministers pretend to see the nonexistent clothes. When the emperor parades through the city in his 'new clothes,' only a child has the courage to point out that the emperor is wearing nothing at all.
Learning to Drive
Emma, who just turned eighteen, signs up for driving lessons at a local driving school. Her patient instructor, Mr. Hansen, teaches her the basics: steering, pedals, and how to use the clutch. After weeks of practice on quiet streets and busy roads, Emma takes her driving test. Despite her nervousness, she passes and gets her driver's license. She feels proud of her accomplishment and excited about the freedom driving brings.
New Baby
Anna and Peter are expecting their first baby. When Anna goes into labor early, they rush to the hospital. After several hours, their daughter Emma is born. They learn to be new parents, facing sleepless nights and learning how to care for their baby. As weeks pass, Emma grows and smiles at her parents for the first time.
Delivery to Wrong Address
Anna orders a birthday present online but accidentally types the wrong house number. The package arrives at her neighbor Mr. Peters' house. When he brings it to her, Anna invites him for tea. They discover he lives alone, and what started as a mistake becomes the beginning of a friendship.
Who Sent the Flowers?
Sophie receives beautiful roses on her doorstep with an anonymous card. She tries to discover who sent them, suspecting her colleague Tom and neighbor David. When another bouquet arrives a week later, Sophie recognizes the handwriting. The mystery sender turns out to be her loving mother who misses her.
The Pet Sitter
Emma, an animal lover who cannot have pets in her apartment, becomes a pet sitter for Mrs. Johnson during her two-week vacation. She takes care of a dog named Max, a cat named Whiskers, and a rabbit named Fluffy. Through patience and care, Emma befriends all three animals, even winning over the independent cat. After a scary moment when Max escapes, Emma learns to be more careful. When Mrs. Johnson returns, she is delighted with Emma's work and promises she can visit the pets anytime.
Family Reunion
Maria travels home for a family reunion after three years away. She enjoys time with her parents, grandparents, aunts, uncles, and cousins. They share food, music, and stories, reminding Maria of the importance of family.
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.
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.
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.
First Day at Work
A person describes their first day at a new job, from waking up early and arriving at the office to meeting their manager David, getting a tour, and meeting colleagues including their friendly desk neighbor Lisa.
Working From Home
Someone experiences their first day working from home, managing video calls, emails, and tasks from their home office while enjoying the quiet environment and flexibility, though missing in-person interactions with colleagues.
The Business Lunch
A professional attends a business lunch with a potential client, discussing a new project while building rapport over food, and the meeting ends successfully with plans for future collaboration.