Listen English | Learn English by Short Stories - 221 | Beginner - Short Story: The Big Balloon Ride [English Listening Practice]

221 | Beginner - Short Story: The Big Balloon Ride [English Listening Practice]

02/12/25 • 7 min

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Title: The Big Balloon Ride

Level: Beginner (A1)

#Story :

Bella, a curious little bunny, discovers a bright red balloon in the meadow. She ties it around her waist and begins a magical journey, floating above the meadow and forest. Along the way, she waves to her friends—Sammy the squirrel, Lucy the ladybug, and Rusty the fox—who cheer her on from below. She even meets wise Ollie the owl, who gives her advice about the skies. Bella enjoys breathtaking views of the river and the trees, feeling like she’s part of a magical dream. As the sun sets, Bella gently returns to the meadow, where her friends gather to hear all about her adventure. Bella’s heart is full of joy and friendship as she looks up at the stars, already dreaming of her next journey.

#Vocabulary :

Balloon – a light, air-filled object that floats in the sky.
Adventure – a fun or exciting journey.
Meadow – a field full of grass and flowers.
Journey – traveling from one place to another.
Cheer – to shout with happiness or encouragement.

#Grammar Focus:

Simple Present Tense for Descriptions
Describes things as they are. Example: “Bella is a curious bunny.”
Simple Past Tense for Events
Describes what happened. Example: “Bella floated above the trees.”
Prepositions of Location
Shows where things are. Example: “She floated over the meadow.”

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Title: The Big Balloon Ride

Level: Beginner (A1)

#Story :

#Vocabulary :

Balloon – a light, air-filled object that floats in the sky.
Adventure – a fun or exciting journey.
Meadow – a field full of grass and flowers.
Journey – traveling from one place to another.
Cheer – to shout with happiness or encouragement.

#Grammar Focus:

Simple Present Tense for Descriptions
Describes things as they are. Example: “Bella is a curious bunny.”
Simple Past Tense for Events
Describes what happened. Example: “Bella floated above the trees.”
Prepositions of Location
Shows where things are. Example: “She floated over the meadow.”

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220 | Intermediate - Short Story: Beneath the Crimson Sky [English Listening Practice]

Title: Beneath the Crimson Sky

Level: Intermediate (B1-B2)

Story:

Lena is haunted by the sudden disappearance of Ethan, the man she once loved deeply. Two years after he left without explanation, he unexpectedly returns to their small town of Raventon, standing on the very bridge where they had shared their dreams. Their reunion is filled with tension, unresolved emotions, and the weight of unspoken words. As they navigate through fragile conversations, Ethan admits his fear of not being enough, while Lena struggles with the pain of abandonment. Despite the scars left behind, they slowly reconnect, sharing quiet moments that rebuild what was broken. Through vulnerability, honesty, and time, they learn that forgiveness isn’t about erasing the past—it’s about accepting it. Their story unfolds beneath the same crimson sky, where endings become new beginnings.

Vocabulary:

Closure - a sense of resolution or conclusion after an emotional experience.
Resentment - bitterness or anger caused by feeling wronged.
Vulnerability - the quality of being open to emotional hurt.
Truce - an agreement to stop conflict or fighting.
Second Chances - an opportunity to try again after failure.

Grammar Focus:

Past Perfect Tense:
“It had been two years since he’d left.”
Describes an action completed before another past event.
Modal Verbs for Regret:
“I should have stayed.”
Expresses regret about a past action.
Conditional Sentences (Type 3):
“If I had known how much it hurt you, I wouldn’t have left.”
Talks about hypothetical situations in the past that didn’t happen.

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222 | Intermediate - Short Story: The Enchanted Mirror [English Listening Practice]

Title: The Enchanted Mirror in the Antique Shop

Level: Intermediate (B2)

#Story :

Sophie, a lover of antiques, discovers a mysterious mirror in a hidden shop called Curiosities and Wonders. The mirror shows her a different version of the shop, brighter and magical. When she touches the glass, Sophie is pulled into this enchanted world, where she meets an elderly woman who reveals that the mirror reflects people’s desires and fears. Sophie explores and finds a garden with a glowing fountain, where she encounters a confident version of herself. Realizing this is the version of herself she had been seeking, Sophie returns with a newfound sense of peace. When she looks back, the shop has vanished, leaving only an empty alleyway behind.

#Vocabulary :

Ornate – highly decorated with complex patterns.
Reflection – the image seen in a mirror or other reflective surface.
Manifest – to show or reveal something clearly.
Gateway – an entrance to another place or world, often magical.
Enchanted – made magical or filled with charm and mystery.

#Grammar Focus:

Past Continuous for Scene Setting
Used to describe ongoing actions in the past. Example: “Sophie was browsing the shop when she noticed the mirror.”
Relative Clauses for Extra Information
Adds details using who, which, or that. Example: “The woman, who seemed to know Sophie’s thoughts, explained the mirror’s power.”
Modal Verbs of Ability and Permission
Words like could and may to indicate possibility or permission. Example: “She could explore the shop freely, finding hidden doors and items.”

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