Experience English in Action with ESL Story Videos

Are you looking for a fun and engaging way to learn English? Check out our ESL video stories.

Watch relatable situations, colorful characters, and unexpected twists that will keep you entertained and engaged as you learn English.

Students will get to practice reading, listening, and comprehension skills while enjoying everyday stories.

Join us on this language learning journey and experience English in action with the Really Learn English ESL video stories.

Laugh and Learn with Our Story Videos:

Daniel Loves the Beach

Level: Beginner

Story plot: Daniel loves the beach and all the fun activities it has to offer, but his family lives too far away for him to visit often. This story follows Daniel on his journey to find a way to bring the beach closer to him.

This story is taken from the eBook "English Short Stories and English Reading Practice".


April's Month

Level: Beginner

Story plot: April is a sweet little girl born in April. Now her mother is expecting another child and April is excited to become a big sister.

This story is taken from "English Short Stories and English Reading Practice". Click here to download the full eBook.


Funny Present Progressive Story: Dancing in Class

Level: Intermediate

Story plot: Georgia is a college student stuck in a boring lecture, but her daydreams take her to a place far away on stage, dancing and living in the moment.

This story is taken from the eBook "English Short Stories and English Reading Practice".


A Story in the Future Progressive Tense

Level: Intermediate

Story plot: It is fun to plan what you will be doing when you grow up, especially if you are doing it in the future progressive tense!

Click here to download the “Talking about the Future in English” eBook.


Story Focus: Going To vs the Present Progressive Tense

Level: Intermediate

Story plot: Planning a trip to Spain while also planning a wedding can be an interesting challenge.

Click here to download the “Talking about the Future in English” eBook.


English Short Story: Reported Speech

Level: Intermediate

Story plot: John told me about his incredible journey to San Francisco, where he explored a variety of exciting places and had a blast.

2 versions of the same story. One using direct speech, and one using reported speech.

Click here to download the “Direct Speech and Reported Speech Workbook” eBook.


A Story to Practice English Conditionals: Weekend Plans

Level: Intermediate

Story plot: Despite being close friends, Christine and Margaret struggle to find time to meet due to their busy work and study schedules. Their life is a variety of potential complications! So they must navigate through a range of unpredictable factors and uncertainties and find an easy solution.

Click here to download the “English Conditionals: a Step-by-Step Workbook” eBook.


Really Learn English, Emma and Jerry, Surprise Story

Level: Intermediate

Story plot: Emma is busy planning a surprise birthday present for her husband Jerry. She goes undercover and does everything she can to find out what he really wants for his birthday. Little does she know life can be unpredictable and so full of surprises...

This story is taken from the eBook “English Short Stories Book and Workbook, Emma and Jerry“.


English Short Story (Emma and Jerry Series): Oh, the Horror

Level: Intermediate

Story plot: Emma and Jerry love watching a good movie. But they quickly realize their taste in movies couldn't be more different. It's like oil and water. Now, they have to figure out a way to enjoy movies together without too much unexpected drama.

This story is taken from the eBook “English Short Stories Book and Workbook, Emma and Jerry“.


Snowy Day: A Story for Advanced English Learners

Level: Advanced

Story plot: Seeking an escape from the daily grind, Kate heads to a cabin party for the weekend. However, her plans come crashing down when she finds out that the party is canceled due to a sudden blizzard. With no other options, she is forced to share the cabin with a frat guy she can hardly stand. As they get stuck together in the snow, they are forced to confront their differences and find ways to survive the unexpected events.

This story is taken from the eBook "English Short Stories for Advanced Learners".


A Tale of Two Jackets

Level: Advanced

Story plot: Andrew, a New Yorker on a busy business trip to London, decides to unwind at a local pub on his last night in England. As fate would have it, he misses the chance to meet a mysterious woman named Erin. However, a twist of events (and jackets) leads him on a chase through the city in search of her.

This story is taken from the eBook "English Short Stories for Advanced Learners".