A poor young man is lazy and never helps his parents. They try to teach him many jobs, but he always runs away. His father decides to take him into a deep forest to find someone who can help him learn to work. In the forest they meet a strange old man called Oh. Oh says he will teach the young man to work, but his father must come back after one year and try to recognize his son among many others...

At a girls’ boarding house, Jean and her friends are busy planning a cheerful Christmas for themselves. They suddenly remember that Aurelia Prescott, a quiet girl who keeps to herself, will be alone for the holiday. Realizing how sad that must feel, the girls decide to surprise her with a small party, decorations, and gifts. Their kind plan brings everyone together and teaches them the true spirit of Christmas: reaching out to someone who needs friendship and warmth.

Miss Emily Grierson is a mysterious and reclusive woman living in the Southern town of Jefferson. The townspeople watch her life from a distance, whispering about her family, her strange habits, and her refusal to follow modern changes. After her strict father dies, Emily struggles to accept loss and becomes even more isolated. The story moves back and forth in time, showing how Emily’s loneliness, pride, and the weight of Southern traditions shape her life.

On a quiet night in New York City, a man waits outside an old restaurant. He is there to meet his friend Jimmy Wells, just as they promised twenty years ago. Time has passed, and the city has changed, but the man still believes in their friendship. This is an adapted version of the story, simplified to A2 level.

Ali Baba is a poor but kind man who lives near a forest. One day, he sees a group of thieves open a secret cave by saying the magic words “Open, Sesame!” Inside the cave is a great treasure. Ali Baba takes a small amount of gold home, but danger follows him when the thieves discover someone knows their secret. With the help of a clever and brave servant, Ali Baba must protect his family and outsmart the thieves.

The Bundren family in rural Mississippi sets out on a long and difficult journey to bury their mother, Addie. Each member of the family carries private thoughts, emotions, and personal reasons for taking part in the trip, and their voices reveal the tensions and hopes that hold them together—and pull them apart. The story is told through many different viewpoints, showing how each person sees life, death, and duty in their own way. Along the way, the family faces floods, fires, and hardship, revealing both their strength and their struggles.

Buddenbrook family is a wealthy and respected merchant family living in the German city of Lübeck. At the head of the family is Johann Buddenbrook, who believes strongly in tradition, business success, and social respectability. His children—Thomas, Christian, and Tony—are raised with high expectations to protect the family name. As the years pass, the family enjoys comfort and status, but early signs of tension appear. Business, family duty, and personal happiness start to pull in opposite directions.

Time passes and responsibilities grow heavier. Thomas Buddenbrook takes on a leading role in the family business, determined to uphold tradition, honor, and success. However, the pressure of leadership begins to affect both his work and his personal life. As the world around them changes, the Buddenbrooks find it harder to balance wealth, reputation, and inner fulfillment.

In this thoughtful collection of essays, Rabindranath Tagore reflects on how creativity connects people, nature, and the divine. He explores how art, science, and spirituality can work together to bring harmony to the world. Tagore believes that true creativity comes from love and understanding, not competition or greed. Tagore reflects on topics like education, freedom, love, and the importance of understanding others across nations and cultures. He believes that through creativity and compassion, people can rise above division and build a more peaceful and beautiful world. The book combines philosophy, poetry, and spirituality, showing Tagore’s vision of life as one great act of creation.

In a lively Southern town, two neighbors, Jim and Dave, both claim ownership of the same Thanksgiving turkey. What starts as a small argument quickly turns into a funny and dramatic case in the local courtroom, where each man tries to outsmart the other. Through sharp humor, quick dialogue, and clever storytelling, Zora Neale Hurston shows how pride, wit, and community spirit shape everyday life.

Long ago, when the world was new, the Camel refused to work. While the Horse, the Dog, and the Ox helped humans every day, the Camel stayed in the desert and said only one word: “Humph!” Because the Camel would not help, the other animals had to work harder. One day, a magical being called the Djinn of All Deserts came to see the Camel. He wanted to teach him a lesson about work and responsibility.

Long ago, the Leopard lived in a forest where animals could easily see him. As people began to hunt, the animals learned to hide by changing their colors. The Leopard and his friend, the Ethiopian, could no longer catch food because they stood out too much. To solve the problem, they decide to change the Leopard’s look.

A tiny girl named Thumbelina, no bigger than a thumb, is born from a magical flower. Gentle and sweet, she loves singing and dreaming—but her small size makes the world a dangerous place. She is taken from her home and carried far away by animals who want her to marry someone she does not love. Through rivers, fields, and forests, Thumbelina must rely on kindness, courage, and help from new friends.

A small yellow dog named Pete tells the story of his life in a busy city. He lives with his kind master, who is often sad because his wife is very strict and unkind. Pete watches how people behave and shares his thoughts in a funny way. One day, Pete and his master decide they want a better life. This is an adapted version of the story, simplified to A2 level.

Sandy Rogers is a young African American boy growing up in a small Midwestern town in the early 1900s. Through his eyes, we see the joys and hardships of everyday life—music, laughter, racism, and the deep strength of community. As Sandy learns from his strong grandmother, hardworking mother, and free-spirited aunt, he begins to understand who he is and what kind of man he wants to become.