Author name: David Buckley

The Reflection Game is a short, eerie story (350 words) perfect for upper-intermediate students. This short-form lesson plan includes all the usual exercises—comprehension questions, vocabulary practice, discussion prompts, and more—to develop reading, speaking, and critical thinking skills. Introduction Have you ever heard of a scary game or urban legend? Do you think mirrors can be […]

What would life be like if you weren’t afraid of anything? No fear of heights, no fear of danger, not even fear of pain. The Girl Who Knew No Fear is a short story about Lila, a young girl born without the ability to feel fear. While other children run from danger, Lila runs toward

The Picture – A Short Story Lesson Plan for English Learners The Picture is a suspenseful short story about a man named Andrew who finds an old photograph hidden in his parents attic. As he tries to uncover its origin, the discovery sets off a chain of events that challenge his understanding of memory, love,