Fairy tales in English will help teach children more successfully, because... The process of memorizing new material will be easy and fun for them. You should not treat fairy tales and adults with disdain - if you have just started learning English, then simple and uncomplicated fairy tale texts are what you need now.
Ugly duckling
Let's read and find out how the fairy tale about ugly duckling looks like English language. We will divide it into parts to make the text more readable and easier to compare with the Russian translation. Each column of text in the picture corresponds to a cell of text with a translation in the table, so it will be easier for you to compare the Russian translation with its English original.
Tip: Before reading a fairy tale, read the dictionary that is located at the end of each fairy tale. Thus, it will be easier and simpler for you to perceive English text when reading it for the first time.
Ugly duckling – ugly duck
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One day, near an old farm, there lived a family of ducks, and the mother duck was sitting on a nest with new eggs. One fine morning the eggs hatched and six cheerful ducklings emerged. But one egg was larger than the others, and it did not crack. Mother Duck couldn't remember laying that last egg. The little prisoner was knocking inside the shell. A strange-looking duckling with gray feathers instead of yellow was looking at the excited mother. |
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The little duckling was very sad because he thought that he was the ugliest among all his brothers and sisters. They didn't want to play with him and teased the poor ugly duckling. One day he saw his reflection in the mirror and cried: “Nobody loves me. I'm so ugly." He decided to leave the house and go into the forest. |
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Finally, spring has come. One day, a duckling saw a beautiful female swan in a pond and fell in love with her. But then he remembered how everyone laughed at him and, feeling ashamed, he bowed his head. When he saw his reflection in the water, he was amazed. He was no longer an ugly duckling, but had turned into a beautiful young swan! Now he knew why he was so different from his brothers and sisters. “They were ducklings, and I was a little swan!” - he said to himself. He married a beautiful female swan and lived happily ever after. |
Please note: the same fairy tales for children in English may have different variations, however, the essence and main plot remain unchanged. Some fairy tales are full of details that either appeared during translation into different languages, or were filled with them in different interpretations. Other tales, on the contrary, are shortened and many details are missed.
The ugly duckling became a beautiful swan - the ugly duckling became a beautiful swan.
Words from a fairy tale
- Duck - duck.
- Duckling - duckling.
- Clutch – a nest with eggs.
- To hatch - hatch (from an egg).
- To recall - to remember.
- Prisoner - prisoner, prisoner.
- To peck - to peck.
- Shell - shell.
- Feather - feather.
- To worry - to worry.
- Ugly – ugly.
- To tease - to mock.
- Reflection - reflection.
- Swan - swan.
- Shame - shame.
- To astonish - to surprise.
Cinderella
When studying fairy tales for children in English, you simply cannot ignore such a beautiful and romantic fairy tale as “Cinderella”. This is one of the most beautiful fairy tales about how true love will overcome all obstacles, and modesty and sincerity always receive good in return. In some interpretations of the fairy tale, Cinderella’s name is Ella - the same name was given to her by the creators of the most beautiful fairy tale film of 2015 about Cinderella.
Cinderella story, part 1 – Cinderella story, part 1
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Once upon a time there lived a beautiful girl named Cinderella. She lived with an evil stepmother and two stepsisters. They treated Cinderella very badly. One day they were invited to a big ball in Royal Palace. But Cinderella's stepmother did not allow her to go. Cinderella was forced to sew new dresses for the ball for her stepmother and her sisters and curl their hair. Then they went to the ball, leaving Cinderella alone at home. |
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Cinderella was very sad and began to cry. Suddenly the godmother appeared. She waved her magic wand and changed Cinderella's old clothes into a beautiful new outfit! Then the godmother touched Cinderella's feet with her magic wand. And voila! Cinderella wore beautiful glass slippers! Before disappearing, the godmother said: “Cinderella, this magic will only last until midnight! You should be home by this time!” |
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When Cinderella entered the palace, everyone was amazed at her beauty. No one, not even her stepmother and stepsisters, recognized her in new clothes and shoes. The handsome prince saw her and fell in love with Cinderella. |
Cinderella story, part 2 – Cinderella story, part 2
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He asked her to dance. Dancing with the prince, Cinderella was so happy that she almost forgot what her godmother had told her. And at the last moment she remembered her godmother’s words and hurried home. One of her glass slippers fell off, but she did not return for it. |
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The prince fell in love with Cinderella and wanted to know who this beautiful girl was, but he didn't even know her name. He found the glass slipper that had fallen off Cinderella as she ran home. The prince said: “I will find her. The girl who fits this shoe will be the one I marry!” |
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All the women in the kingdom tried to put on the shoe, but it did not fit any of them. Cinderella's stepsisters also tried to squeeze their feet into the glass slipper, but the servant was afraid that the slipper would crack. Cinderella's stepmother did not allow her to try on the shoe, but the prince saw her and said: “Let her try it on too!” The shoe fit perfectly. The prince recognized Cinderella from the ball. He married Cinderella and they lived happily ever after. |
Words from a fairy tale
Let's see what words you can come across when rereading children's fairy tales in English.
- Wicked - evil.
- Stepmother - stepmother.
- Stepsister - half-sister.
- To treat - to treat.
- To curl - curl.
- Gown - outfit.
- Fairy godmother - godmother.
- To appear - to appear.
- To wave - wave.
- Magic wand - magic wand.
- To touch - touch.
- Slippers - shoes.
- Palace - palace.
- To struck - to strike.
- To rush - hurry.
- To fall in love - to fall in love.
- To find out - to find out.
- Kingdom - kingdom.
- To squeeze - squeeze in.
- To recognize - to recognize.
The three little pigs
This a cautionary tale Everyone knows very well from childhood - this is the tale of the three little pigs. Its moral is that work and diligence are always rewarded; in this case, in the fairy tale, all the piglets survived only because the third little pig worked hard and spent time building a house out of bricks. The third little pig knew and foresaw what dangers might arise, and his foresight saved the lives of all the piglets.
The three little pigs, part 1 – The three little pigs, part 1
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Once upon a time there lived three little pigs. One pig built a house out of straw, while the other one built a house out of sticks. They built their houses very quickly and then sang and danced all day because they were lazy. The third little pig worked hard and built a house of bricks. |
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The big scary wolf saw two little piglets as they danced and played and thought: “Which of them will be juicy and tender meat!” He chased the two piglets, and they began to run away and hid in their houses. The big bad wolf approached the first house, took a breath and blew and blew the house away in a matter of minutes. The frightened little piglets ran to the second house, built of sticks. |
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The big scary wolf approached this house, inhaled, blew, and blew the house away in seconds. Now the two little pigs were scared to death and ran to the third little pig's house, which was built of bricks. |
The three little pigs, part 2 – The three little pigs, part 2
Words from a fairy tale
- Pig - piglet.
- Straw - straw.
- Stick – stick.
- Brick - brick.
- Quickly - quickly.
- Lazy - lazy.
- Juicy - juicy.
- Tender – gentle.
- Meal - food.
- To chase - to pursue.
- To be frightened - to be scared.
- To be terrified - to be completely terrified, scared to death.
- To huff - to inhale; intimidate.
- To puff - to blow.
- Hardly - barely.
- To blow - to blow away.
- Safe - safe.
- Chimney - chimney.
- To boil - to boil.
- Pot - cauldron.
- To feel sorry - to regret.
Watch the tale of the three little pigs in English:
Learning a foreign language is not always easy. And often the thought of lessons evokes not entirely pleasant emotions, because this is a duty, and not some kind of exciting activity. To make learning English less difficult and much more enjoyable, this book “The Best English Fairy Tales” is a good fit. It is designed for beginners, so even children who are just learning the language can study it.
The book presents the most interesting fairy tales in English. They are adapted to a basic level, so they are easy to understand, but at the same time enriching lexicon student. There are comments in cases where misunderstanding may arise. At the end of the book there is a dictionary in which you can find unfamiliar words; it is recommended to write them down and memorize them in order to have a good result. To check how well the meaning of the fairy tale was understood, you can do exercises. For beginners learning English is good way get to know the language. At the same time, thanks to the fascinating narrative, interest in learning remains, and there is a desire to find out how the fairy tale ends. The book can be used both in English lessons and as additional reading outside the school curriculum.
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We continue our series of articles about learning English with children. How to make it easier for your child to perceive and understand English? Work with him on what he already knows very well in his native language. And here Russian fairy tales in English come to the aid of parents. Why this method is useful, how to work with it correctly, as well as which fairy tales in English to choose for children, we will find out in today’s article.
In order for a training methodology to bring the expected results, it is necessary to understand how to work with it correctly.
Preparatory stage
Try to clearly explain to your child how English classes will be held and what is required of him. You should not be too strict, however, the baby must learn that it is necessary to be attentive and collected.
Have a friendly conversation with your children on the topic “English without embarrassment.” It is important to instill in your child an interest in the language and a desire to speak it from the very first steps. Otherwise, you will read, and tell, and show, and the child will withdraw into himself and simply silently watch what is happening.
Give your child an understanding that English is interesting new language, but we are still just learning to speak it. Under no circumstances should you be afraid of pronouncing a sound incorrectly or making a mistake with the translation of a word. Everyone makes mistakes, the main thing is to be able to correct them.
And, naturally, before starting a lesson, you should carefully search for a fairy tale in English with translation. But we’ll talk more about this a little later.
Conducting a lesson
The most important rule is not to rush the child.
Learn Russian folk tales in English at a calm, measured pace, discussing characters in detail, looking at pictures, playing out lines and events of the plot.
The bun
The most popular Russian fairy tale, which is known in our country to both young and old. A short narrative with frequent repetitions helps to quickly remember new vocabulary, and a dynamic plot will not make children bored.
The tale of Tsar Saltan (The Tale of Tsar Saltan)
Poetic Russian The Tale of Tsar Saltan in English, of course, it doesn’t sound so complicated, but it’s also very exciting and interesting. We suggest you read the brief English summary, or watch a good old Russian cartoon with built-in English subtitles.
Download The tale of Tsar Saltan in English
Goldilocks and Three Bears (Mashenka and the Three Bears)
English version worldwide famous story. The plot remains unchanged, only Russian name Mashenka was replaced with “Goldilocks,” which is more familiar to foreign ears. The fairy tale enjoys well-deserved popularity, so it is also not difficult to find it in various interpretations.
Download the fairy tale Goldilocks and Three Bears in English
Snowmaiden
Children will be happy to get acquainted with this fairy tale in English, especially if you read it during the winter holiday season. We also invite you to watch a funny cartoon with your kids, in which our Russian girl Masha will tell the story about the Snow Maiden in English.
Download the fairy tale Snowmaiden (Snow Maiden) in English
The Frog Princess
This story will be interesting for older children, as the work is quite voluminous. The story also has many world analogues, but here is the original Russian version of this tale. If the child’s level of preparation allows him to perceive speech by ear, we also suggest that you familiarize yourself with the animated version, fully translated into English.
The Scarlet Flower
Another long Russian fairy tale, but in English you can read it summary. Also with older children you can watch a beautiful cartoon of the same name that has already been loved by many generations. By turning on English subtitles, you can read the translation of Russian phrases and learn this vocabulary.
Download the fairy tale The Scarlet Flower in English
Sister Alyonushka and brother Ivanushka (Sister Alyonushka and brother Ivanushka)
And this fairy tale is suitable even for the smallest children, because very simple and easily understandable phrases are used here. We also provide the opportunity to get acquainted with the sound of this fairy tale in English. You can listen to the story using the first video. Older children can watch a cartoon with built-in English subtitles. You will find it in the second video.
Download the fairy tale Sister Alyonushka and brother Ivanushka in English
We hope that the materials provided were useful to you! Good luck in learning the language and see you again!
It is no secret that today learning English is a necessity. Modern parents try to instill in their children a love of foreign language from childhood, by sending them to extra classes or hiring a private tutor. However, mothers and fathers can also participate in the learning process for their children. Children's fairy tales in English are the best way to learn the material. Through reading, a child will not only immerse himself in the world of his loved ones magical heroes, but also learn to perceive familiar stories in a foreign language and learn new words. Thus, you will instill in your child an interest not only in learning the language, but also in literature.
English through a fairy tale
Childhood is the best time not only because of carelessness, but also because of the effectiveness of learning new information. This is why scientists advise starting educational process at 2-4 years, when the child’s brain is able to easily perceive educational material.
Learning a foreign language at an early age has its own characteristics. Game technique and the perception of most of the material by ear are just some of them. There are now many videos, audio recordings and books available in the public domain to help parents and teachers.
An activity for a young student should be built in the form of an exciting game, and what, if not a fairy tale, best meets this requirement? English fairy tales for children take into account all aspects of the language - vocabulary, basic grammar, reading and listening skills. Whatever presentation method you choose - show the fairy tale on video, read it yourself or together with the children - you can always be sure that the little listener will be satisfied!
Fairy tales in English contribute to the development of imagination and broadening the horizons of children's audiences. In addition to traditional skills - text perception, its interpretation - the child will learn to concentrate and draw analogies with his native language.
You have finally decided which fairy tale you will study today with your son or daughter. What points should be taken into account during the lesson?
First of all, do not engage in the propagation of knowledge. Let the process of getting to know the characters and the text be entertainment for the child, not torture. Use your imagination to turn this into an exciting action: change your voice when voicing, learn character songs, come up with associations, or act it out as a skit!
The traditional explanation of grammatical wisdom should be avoided. If you take on this task, then do everything in portions and in simple language. Perhaps in this matter you will need the help of a professional who will suggest the most convenient option.
Let the fairy tale turn into wonderful trip around the world of the language you are learning!
Fairy tales for kids in English
So, we found out that a fairy tale is one of the best options for immersion in a language environment. What fairy tales in English for children should you choose?
In this matter, everything depends on the level of language proficiency. Usually, modern books with educational fairy tales in English always indicate the required knowledge and number of words. Sometimes fairy tales are accompanied by tasks and questions. The text can also be accompanied by an audio and video application. In principle, all these materials are not so difficult to find on the Internet.
You should start with the stories that the child has already heard in Russian. Recognizable characters and situations will facilitate the process of perceiving foreign speech. In the future, you can introduce your child to new characters, for example the famous
Use the adapted edition, which is aimed at age and level of English proficiency. At first, it is desirable that the original text be accompanied by a translation. Don't forget to use your own imagination to motivate your child to continue learning.
On our website you will find a lot of useful materials, including children's fairy tales in English. With them, the process of teaching a child English will become much more productive and fun.
On this page you will find the kindest, most informative and interesting fairy tales in English for children. Learning English by reading fairy tales in English is great fun. After all, a fairy tale is a journey, and a fairy tale in English is a journey into the world of the English language. Thanks to fairy tales in English, you will make learning English fun and interesting for your child.
Fairy tale "Sleeping Beauty" in English will tell you about a kind, cheerful princess who at one point, due to circumstances, falls asleep for the rest of her life. There are many in fairy tales useful phrases in English, which can be used in real life. Also, the fairy tale “Sleeping Beauty” will help you hone your English pronunciation.
Fairy tale "Goldilocks and the Three Bears" in English is popular English fairy tale for children. The fairy tale tells about a girl who went into the forest and got lost, and then events unfolded more and more interestingly. The tale is adapted into English and is easy to read. You get a large vocabulary and good English practice.
Fairy tale Little Red Riding Hood in English will tell you about an interesting and educational story that is easy to read in English and carries a lot of useful words in English, which can very often be found in the modern world.
Fairy tale "The Three Little Pigs" in English in English is one of the most popular fairy tales. From the fairy tale you will learn that you should always be prudent when solving issues and not be careless. And after reading the fairy tale The Three Little Pigs in English, you will learn a lot of new vocabulary and practice your English well.
Fairy tale Cinderella in English will tell you about one of the kindest and sweetest girl heroines in the world of fairy tales. The moral of the story is very simple and accessible even to children. In the fairy tale you will find many new English words.
