These are six short stories (per level) that can be used for children learning English as a first or Second language. They each come with comprehension questions which are interactive (for example, they provide hints.) Plus, the answers are there when you need them.
Nasreddin and the Pot
http://web2.uvcs.uvic.ca/elc/studyzone/330/reading/pot1.htm
I found these extremely useful, as oftentimes in teaching you need something that is extremely short so that you can spend most of your time working with what you learned or are learning. These stories are perfect for this. Plus, some students, depending on background may be culturally familiar with the character, Nasreddin. So the can some light on other similar stories, and whether or not they are well told here.
http://blog.uvcs.uvic.ca/elc-studyzone/
The sharing of interesting stories is universal. Stories are a great way to deliver the "whole package" when it comes to language learning and teaching in context. Here are some stories to get you started. Once Upon a Time... Il était une fois... Habia una vez.....
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