English Texts for Beginners Beta
English texts for beginners to practice reading and comprehension online and for free. Practicing your comprehension of written English will both improve your vocabulary and understanding of grammar and word order. The texts below are designed to help you develop while giving you an instant evaluation of your progress.
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Prepared by experienced English teachers, the texts, articles and conversations are brief and appropriate to your level of proficiency. Take the multiple-choice quiz following each text, and you'll get the results immediately. You will feel both challenged and accomplished! You can even download (as PDF) and print the texts and exercises. It's enjoyable, fun and free. Good luck!
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My Wonderful FamilyPopularMy family is very important to me-A1-At schoolPopularOne day in elementary school for Lucas-A2-My name is JohnPopularSam is looking for a job.-A2-A great summer vacationPopularThe holidays were spectacular!-B1-Going to the SupermarketPopularA description of going to the supermarket-B1-ChicagoKeith's recent trip to Chicago-B2-
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About a person1About me3Activities9Adventure3Animals10Articles7Birthday2Body1Business & Economy2Career6Christmas21Cities9Clothes1Colors2Cooking11Countries2Culture3Daily routine20Directions2Doctor5Education9Emotions8Environment1Everyday situations23Family26Food17Friendship18Health8History4Hobbies4Holidays12House6Law11Letter to friend1Money3Moving house6Music3My city3Nature2Pets13Plans3Politics1Professions3Relationships4Restaurant4Room3School9Science6Seasons5Shopping10Sights6Special day3Sports12Stories12Summer3Technology2Transport4Travelling12Weather5Winter13Work10
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Level A2
My name is JohnPopularSam is looking for a job.-A2-PDFOur VacationPopularI love going fishing with friends.-A2-PDFGoing to a restaurantPopularPlacing an order at a restaurant-A2-PDFThe city where I livePopularSimón introduces us to his family.-A2-PDFAt schoolPopularOne day in elementary school for Lucas-A2-PDFMy morning routinePopularI dream of opening my own café.-A2-PDFHow to care for a petPopularPremiumDiscover simple tips to keep your pet happy.-A2-Outdoor activities with friendsPremiumFind new ways to enjoy sunny days together!-A2-Talking about your hobbies and free timePremiumFind new friends by sharing what you love.-A2-Where is My Phone?PremiumI lost my phone, I can't remember where I left it-A2-My Happy MorningsPremiumI like to make breakfast and watch TV-A2-It is a sunny DayPremiumWe need to drink more water when it's warm-A2-How to use simple maps and directionsPremiumSmart tips for exploring new places with confidence-A2-My Friend Tom is sickPremiumTom feels so much better-A2-Independence DayPremiumHow do Americans celebrate Independence Day?-A2-How to shop for groceriesPremiumReady to shop smarter and save more money?-A2-Judy learns to play GuitarPremiumJudy writes songs to her pets-A2-Eating an OrangePremiumWe eat an orange with my mom-A2-It is a rainy DayPremiumUmbrellas keep us dry-A2-The Winter SeasonPremiumTrees don't blossom in the winter-A2-How to plan a simple holiday tripPremiumMake your next holiday easy, fun, and stress-free!-A2-How to stay healthyPremiumSmall daily habits can boost your mood fast.-A2-How to introduce yourself to new classmatesPremiumDiscover easy ways to make new friends fast.-A2-What my Parents doPremiumI'm telling you what my parents work as-A2-Making Tacos with my FamilyPremiumWe love to prepare and eat Tacos-A2-Visiting the zoo with your familyPremiumDiscover why the zoo visit is never boring!-A2-Preparing for a job interview for beginnersPremiumSimple interview tips to help you feel ready.-A2-Enjoying a picnic in the local parkPremiumDiscover simple ways to enjoy nature and connect.-A2-How families celebrate Christmas togetherPremiumDiscover why Christmas memories last the whole year.-A2-Making a fruit salad at homePopularPremiumTry this tasty, colorful treat in just minutes!-A2-What I do at SchoolPremiumI like going to school and drawing-A2-Ordering food at a restaurantPremiumLearn simple tips for a great restaurant visit.-A2-The Spring SeasonPremiumTemperature is perfect in the spring-A2-Foods we like to eatPremiumWe all like eating delicious things-A2-Simple phone callsPremiumFeel calm and sound confident every time you call.-A2-How to make new friends easilyPremiumSmall steps lead to real connections and smiles.-A2-How to make a simple breakfastPremiumStart your mornings happy with easy breakfast ideas!-A2-Helping friends in needPremiumLittle acts of kindness can change a friendship.-A2-Hannah Goes Grocery ShoppingPremiumHannah's Monday purchase-A2-Ways to save money every monthPremiumLittle changes today can help your future grow.-A2-It is a snowy DayPremiumThings we do when it snows-A2-FishingPremiumFishing on a Saturday with nice weather-A2-My JobPremiumI'm busy all day at work-A2-Simple steps to use a washing machinePopularPremiumWant easy tips for fresh, bright laundry every time?-A2-Music and Musical InstrumentsPremiumMusic can make you laugh, cry and remember-A2-Asking a Neighbor for HelpPopularPremiumA small favor leads to friendly neighbor help.-A2-Easy ways to eat more vegetablesPremiumEasy tips to enjoy more veggies every day-A2-Writing a simple email to your teacherPremiumSimple tips for writing clear, polite emails fast-A2-Camping in the SummerPopularPremiumMany people like camping in the forest-A2-Riding My BikePremiumMy friends and I ride bikes-A2-Going to the StorePremiumMy mom makes me pancakes-A2-Taking English ClassesPremiumMatthias is learning a new language-A2-Feeding the GeesePremiumLet's feed the geese-A2-Introducing a ColleaguePremiumWill Greg make new friends on his first day?-A2-Moving to a new CityPopularPremiumI'm happy I moved-A2-My colorful bedroomPremiumDiscover why a colorful room feels so happy!-A2-Buying Ice CreamPopularPremiumCan you decide quickly when faced with many choices?-A2-Cooking a simple dinner for your friendsPremiumDiscover how easy it is to host dinner fun!-A2-WeatherPremiumRain or sun—are you ready for anything?-A2-What Is Your Favorite Color?PremiumThey're telling us what colors they like-A2-Going to the LibraryPremiumThe boy enjoyed going to the bookstore-A2-Going to SchoolPremiumGoing to school on the school bus-A2-The Fall SeasonPremiumI love the colors of the fall-A2-In the BarPremiumWho pays when friends order different drinks?-A2-Wedding WishesPremiumWill you join the fun on the dance floor?-A2-Recess at my SchoolPremiumDuring recess, we like playing-A2-Climbing Trees with my FriendsPremiumWe have a lot of fun climbing trees-A2-NumbersPremiumCounting breakfast bites—how much can you eat?-A2-Amy and SchoolPopularPremiumAmy doesn't want to go to school-A2-The Big StorePremiumHis work gives him time to study-A2-Hotel ProblemsPremiumWhat will happen when help comes to fix it?-A2-Making Cookies with my FamilyPopularPremiumI'm happy because today is cookie day!-A2-Sharing with my SisterPremiumWe need to be kind to one another-A2-BaseballPopularPremiumBaseball isn't a difficult sport-A2-The Library BooksPremiumFind your next adventure on every page here!-A2-Making a SandwichPopularPremiumPreparing a delicious sandwich-A2-My house is my favorite placePremiumDiscover why every room feels unique and bright.-A2-Hello, EveryonePremiumCan you remember everyone’s name on your first day?-A2-Sarah the ArtistPremiumSarah likes bright colors-A2-A Friendly HelloPopularPremiumWho will you meet on your park adventure today?-A2-Playing Baseball with my FriendsPremiumPlaying sports after school-A2-Making Pizza with my FamilyPremiumEvery once in a while we make pizzas as a family-A2-Let´s go!PremiumWill you remember everything before the trip?-A2-Visiting the FarmPremiumWhich animal would be your favorite at the farm?-A2-Playing at the ParkPremiumWho can climb, race, and make new friends?-A2-Characteristics of a Great EquestrianPremiumSomeone who knows a lot about horses-A2-My FriendPremiumCan two opposites really be best friends?-A2-Shopping for ClothesPremiumWho found the coolest outfit on this trip?-A2-My cityPopularPremiumThe day has come for me to buy a car.-A2-
Level B1
A great summer vacationPopularThe holidays were spectacular!-B1-PDFThe pet storeGeorge wants them to give him a pet-B1-PDFPreparing foodIt's not easy for Paolo to learn Swedish.-B1-PDFGoing to work in the morningThey're happy with their day out shopping.-B1-PDFHotel ReservationI'd like to make a reservation for this weekend-B1-PDFGoing to the SupermarketPopularA description of going to the supermarket-B1-PDFLetter to a FriendMy semester abroad in Spain-B1-PDFPremium: 122 more texts
Level B2
Days of the weekWhy is Wednesday called hump day?-B2-PDFHalloweenHanna is excited about her birthday celebration.-B2-PDFThe Statue of LibertyOne of the most famous monuments in the world-B2-PDFValentine's DayConversation with the server at the restaurant-B2-PDFDoctorYou don't feel well, so you decide to see your doctor-B2-PDFWashington, D.C.Monika is friendly and always in a good mood.-B2-PDFChicagoKeith's recent trip to Chicago-B2-PDFJobs and ProfessionsDo you have experience in customer service?-B2-PDFThe Golden Gate BridgeThe most famous suspension bridge in the world-B2-PDFLondonA city with a lot of history and things to see-B2-PDFThe Empire State BuildingThe Empire State Building, a New York icon-B2-PDFSan FranciscoNina, Peter, and Markus go to a café.-B2-PDFMiamiCustomers asking questions at the grocery store-B2-PDFThe four seasonsMoney is disappearing in Sweden.-B2-PDFNumbersI need to buy some things from IKEA.-B2-PDFYellowstone National ParkThe first national park in the United States-B2-PDFLos AngelesThe Jansson family loves animals.-B2-PDFLas VegasAn ordinary day in the life of Charlotta-B2-PDFFoodThe importance of taking care of your teeth-B2-PDFPremium: 114 more texts
Level C1
Human body parts and organsI hope to visit Peru again in the future.-C1-PDFChristmasThe most-visited theme park-C1-PDFSpanish Flu Pandemic of 1918The epidemic that killed millions of people-C1-PDFThe Grand CanyonOne of the Seven Wonders of the Natural World-C1-PDFThanksgivingIf I were famous for a day, I'd like to...-C1-PDFThe EnvironmentThe well-being of our planet is in danger-C1-PDFPremium: 56 more texts