Short Stories for Reading Comprehension

Down in The Tube Station at Midnight — a short story for English reading

It’s the end of the night shift in the tube station and John is exhausted. One last check of the station and he can go home. But what is waiting for him at the end of the platform? This is a scary story lesson plan ideal for English reading and speaking. Use it in class

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The Conman — a short story for English and ESL

In this fascinating short story, you will meet Harry. Harry is a conman. He goes to train stations and preys on unsuspecting individuals – then takes their money. But today, Harry has met someone a little different… This short story lesson plan comes complete with: reading comprehension questions essential vocabulary table discussion questions other activities

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The Squid — a short story lesson plan for English reading and speaking

Max likes to go to the pool in the late evening. He likes to swim there when the place is quiet. But this evening, he hears something. Something that should not be there at all. This is a creepy supernatural story lesson plan that you can use in any English class. It comes with many

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War of The Suburbs — a short story for English reading and speaking

It’s just another typical morning in Stan and Margaret’s house. Stan is making a cup of tea. Margaret is slowly waking up. And their dog, Bonnie, is yapping at Stan’s feet. But the dog seems very excited about something… And why is it so dark outside? This is a sci-fi short story that you can

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The Girl in The River — a short story for English reading and speaking

Tony is about to stop working for the night and go home. He is a taxi driver and the streets are empty. Then he sees her. Standing near the river and soaking wet. He offers to help her. But what he finds out is terrifying…   This is a thrilling ghost story that your students

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The Grey Lady – a short story for English reading comprehension

Check out my scary short story below – The Grey Lady. This is a complete and full English lesson plan that you can use in your class today. It comes complete with: introductory questions the short story – The Grey Lady reading comprehension questions essential vocabulary table discussion questions writing exercise Why not use it

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