Story-based English
Maya and Leo move through familiar situations. Each short lesson teaches the phrases they need at that moment, then lets you check what you understood.
Choose a story
Story 1City, 11:47 PM
One small problem turns into a very long night.
Getting ready
Plan a night out, talk about clothes, and arrange how to meet friends.
In a queue
Describe waiting in line, understand door checks, and talk about being allowed in.
Story 2Office, Monday
Maya and Leo prepare an important plan for their team.
The morning meeting
Open a meeting, review a plan, and agree who will take each task.
A last-minute problem
Explain a technical problem, ask for help, and get the work moving again.
The presentation
Start a presentation, explain ideas clearly, and finish with useful next steps.
Story 3Saturday morning
Maya and Leo take the train to a small town by the sea.
Leaving home
Plan a short trip, pack what you need, and describe the start of a journey.
On the train
Talk about boarding a train, following the journey, and getting off at your stop.
At the hotel
Check into a hotel, get comfortable, and talk about enjoying and ending a stay.
Story 4Home and city, weekday
Maya and Leo move through an ordinary weekday.
Morning routine
Describe waking up, getting ready, and leaving home on a normal morning.
During the day
Talk about commuting, concentrating at work, and handling everyday errands.
Evening at home
Describe coming home, making dinner, cleaning up, and getting ready for bed.
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