10 Short Texts and Stories for a Quick Read

A collection of simple stories, dialogues, and descriptions for easy reading.

Looking for something short and simple to read? Whether you're taking a quick break or just want to read a simple story, this collection of 10 micro-texts is perfect for you. We've gathered several short pieces, from daily routines and dialogues to a classic fable.

Enjoy these quick reads!

1. My Daily Routine

Text: My name is Anna. I wake up at 7 AM every morning. First, I brush my teeth and wash my face. Then, I make breakfast for my family. I usually have coffee and toast. My brother likes tea. We go to school at 8:30 AM. After school, I do my homework and listen to music.

Useful Vocabulary:

To wake up – To stop sleeping.
To brush teeth – To clean your teeth with a toothbrush.
Usually – Typically; most of the time.
Homework – School work that a student is required to do at home.
To listen to music – To pay attention to sounds or a song.

2. At the Cafe

Text: Waiter: Hello. Are you ready to order? Maria: Yes, I would like a cappuccino, please. David: And I will have a black tea with lemon. Waiter: Anything to eat? Maria: Yes, a piece of chocolate cake, please. Waiter: Great. I will be right back with your order.

Useful Phrases:

Are you ready to order? – A question asked by a waiter to see if you are ready to say what you want.
I would like... (I'd like...) – A polite way to ask for something.
Anything to eat? – A question asking if you want any food.
A piece of... – A slice or portion of something.
I will be right back – I will return very soon.

3. A Short Fable: The Fox and the Grapes

Text: A fox was very hungry. He looked for food. He saw some grapes high on a vine. He tried to jump and reach them. He jumped again and again, but he failed. The grapes were too high. Finally, he gave up and walked away. "I am sure they are sour," he said to himself.

Useful Vocabulary:

Hungry – Feeling the need for food.
To look for – To search for something.
Grapes – Small, round green or purple fruits.
To reach – To stretch out an arm to touch or grasp something.
To fail – To be unsuccessful in achieving one's goal.
To give up – To stop trying.
Sour – Having an acidic taste, like a lemon.

4. The Weather Today

Text: Today, the weather is very nice. The sun is shining brightly, and there are only a few clouds in the sky. It is warm, so I am wearing a T-shirt. Yesterday was very different. It rained all day, and it was cold. I hope tomorrow will be sunny too. I want to go to the park with my friends.

Useful Vocabulary:

Shining brightly – Giving out a lot of light.
A few clouds – A small number of clouds.
Warm – At a comfortably high temperature.
To wear – To have on one's body as clothing.
It rained – Water fell from the sky (past tense).
I hope – I wish for a particular thing to happen.

5. My Hobby

Text: My favorite hobby is painting. I started painting two years ago. I love using bright colors. My favorite things to paint are landscapes, like mountains and forests. Painting helps me relax after a busy day. I gave my mother a painting for her birthday. She was very happy.

Useful Vocabulary:

Hobby – An activity done regularly in one's leisure time for pleasure.
Painting – The activity of creating pictures with paint.
Bright colors – Strong, vivid colors.
Landscapes – Pictures representing natural scenery (e.g., mountains, valleys).
To relax – To become less tense or anxious.
Busy – Having a great deal to do.

6. Going Shopping

Text: I need to go shopping. We don't have any milk or bread at home. I will go to the supermarket near my house. I also need to buy some fruits, like apples and bananas. I will take a shopping list with me. This way, I won't forget anything. I will pay with my credit card.

Useful Vocabulary:

I need to... – It is necessary for me to...
Supermarket – A large store selling food and household goods.
Fruits – Sweet, fleshy products of a plant that can be eaten as food.
Shopping list – A list of items to be bought.
To forget – To fail to remember.
To pay with – To use a method (like cash or a card) to buy something.

7. My Pet Cat

Text: I have a pet cat named Leo. He is very fluffy and has big green eyes. Leo loves to sleep all day. His favorite spot is on the sofa, near the window. When I come home from school, he always meets me at the door. He likes to play with a small red ball. He is a very smart and gentle cat.

Useful Vocabulary:

Pet – A domestic or tamed animal kept for companionship.
Fluffy – Soft and light, like fur or feathers.
Spot – A particular place or location.
Sofa – A long, comfortable seat with a back and arms.
To meet – To greet someone upon their arrival.
Gentle – Calm, kind, or soft.

8. Asking for Directions

Text: Tourist: Excuse me, can you help me? I am lost. Local: Of course. Where are you trying to go? Tourist: I am looking for the National Museum. Local: Oh, it's very close. Go straight down this street for two blocks. Then, turn left. You will see a big, old building. That is the museum. Tourist: Thank you so much! Local: You're welcome.

Useful Phrases:

Excuse me – A polite phrase to get someone's attention.
I am lost – I do not know where I am.
To be looking for – To be searching for.
Go straight – Continue moving forward without turning.
Turn left/right – To change direction to the left or right.
You're welcome – A polite response to "Thank you."

9. My Family

Text: I have a small family. There are four people in my family: my mother, my father, my younger sister, and me. My father is a doctor. My mother is a teacher. My sister is a student, just like me. We live in a house in Yerevan. On weekends, we often eat dinner together and watch a movie. I love my family very much.

Useful Vocabulary:

Younger sister – A female sibling who is not as old as you.
Doctor – A person who practices medicine.
Teacher – A person who teaches, especially in a school.
On weekends – On Saturdays and Sundays.
Together – With or in proximity to another person or people.

10. Planning a Trip

Text: Next summer, my friend and I want to travel to Spain. We need to plan our trip carefully. First, we must buy plane tickets. Then, we need to book a hotel. We want to find a hotel near the beach. We are saving money for this trip. We are very excited. We will visit museums, eat Spanish food, and relax.

Useful Vocabulary: