Рассказы на английском для начинающих. Чтение и разговорная практика

© Том Сториз, 2026

ISBN 978-5-0070-4293-2

Создано в интеллектуальной издательской системе Ridero

Введение

Данное пособие предназначено для изучающих английский язык на начальном уровне и ориентировано на развитие навыков чтения, понимания и устной речи. Основной задачей книги является формирование устойчивой языковой базы через работу с тематическими текстами, отражающими повседневные ситуации и коммуникативные потребности.

Структура материала выстроена таким образом, чтобы обеспечить постепенное усложнение языкового содержания при сохранении доступности. Каждый раздел включает связный текст, в котором используется актуальная лексика и грамматические конструкции уровня A2. Особое внимание уделяется естественности языка: тексты приближены к реальному общению и демонстрируют употребление выражений в контексте.

Лексический компонент представлен списками устойчивых выражений и словосочетаний с переводом, что способствует расширению словарного запаса и формированию навыка правильного употребления. Дополнительный акцент сделан на речевых шаблонах, которые могут быть использованы в различных коммуникативных ситуациях.

Практическая часть направлена на активизацию усвоенного материала. Задания стимулируют самостоятельное высказывание, развитие умения формулировать мысли на английском языке и применение изученной лексики в личном контексте. Модели ответов служат опорой и демонстрируют возможные варианты построения высказывания.

Пособие может быть использовано как для самостоятельной работы, так и в рамках учебного процесса. Оно ориентировано на учащихся, стремящихся развивать коммуникативные навыки и уверенно использовать английский язык в повседневной жизни.

I Overslept and Was Late

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Yesterday was not a good morning for me. I usually wake up at seven o’clock, but this time I didn’t hear my alarm. Maybe I was too tired, or maybe my phone was on silent. When I finally opened my eyes, it was already eight thirty. I had only thirty minutes to get ready, but I needed at least an hour. I felt stressed, but I knew I had to move fast.

I got out of bed quickly and went to the bathroom. I washed my face and brushed my teeth, but I didn’t take a shower because I didn’t have time. I looked at the mirror and thought, «I don’t look great, but it’s okay.» Then I went to the kitchen. I wanted to make breakfast, but there was no time, so I just took a banana and a cup of coffee. It was not enough, but it was better than nothing.

While I was drinking my coffee, I checked my phone. I had two messages from my friend. She asked, «Where are you?» I realized that I was already late. I felt even more nervous, but I tried to stay calm because panic doesn’t help.

I quickly got dressed. I chose simple clothes because I didn’t want to waste time. I couldn’t find one of my shoes, so I had to look for it for a few minutes. That made me even later. Finally, I found it under the bed. I put on my shoes, took my bag, and ran out of the house.

Outside, the weather was not great. It was cold and a little windy, but I didn’t have time to think about it. I walked fast to the bus stop, but when I got there, I saw the bus leaving. I missed it by just a minute. I felt very frustrated. I had to wait for the next bus, and it came ten minutes later.

On the bus, I kept looking at the time. I was worried because I didn’t want to be very late. I thought about what I would say. I wanted to explain the situation, but I also knew that being late is not a good habit.

When I finally arrived, I went inside quickly and said sorry. I explained that I overslept and missed my alarm. My teacher listened and said, «It happens, but try to be more careful next time.» I felt a bit better, but I still felt embarrassed.

After that day, I decided to change something. Now I set two alarms instead of one, and I try to go to bed earlier. I don’t want to repeat the same mistake again, because being late makes everything more difficult. It was a simple problem, but it made my whole morning stressful.

Key Vocabulary and Expressions

oversleep — проспать

wake up — просыпаться

alarm — будильник

be on silent — быть в беззвучном режиме

run out of time — не хватить времени

get ready — собираться

feel stressed — чувствовать стресс

move fast — двигаться быстро

wash my face — умываться

brush my teeth — чистить зубы

take a shower — принимать душ

look in the mirror — смотреть в зеркало

no time — нет времени

better than nothing — лучше, чем ничего

check my phone — проверять телефон

be late — опаздывать

stay calm — сохранять спокойствие

get dressed — одеваться

waste time — тратить время

look for something — искать что-то

run out of the house — выбежать из дома

miss the bus — пропустить автобус

wait for — ждать

feel frustrated — чувствовать раздражение

arrive — прибывать

say sorry — извиняться

explain the situation — объяснять ситуацию

make a mistake — совершать ошибку

Useful Patterns

I didn’t hear my alarm because… — Я не услышал будильник, потому что…

I didn’t have time to… — У меня не было времени, чтобы…

I felt… but I tried to… — Я чувствовал…, но пытался…

I had to… — Мне пришлось…

It was… but I… — Было…, но я…

I decided to… — Я решил…

I don’t want to… because… — Я не хочу…, потому что…

It happens, but… — Такое бывает, но…

Practice: Answer the Questions

What time do you usually wake up?

What do you do first in the morning?

Have you ever been late? Why?

How do you feel when you are late?

What do you usually eat for breakfast?

How do you get ready when you are in a hurry?

Model Answers

I usually wake up at seven o’clock. I try to get up early because I need time to get ready.

First, I check my phone and then I wash my face. I like to start my day slowly.

Yes, I have been late because I overslept. I didn’t hear my alarm.

I feel stressed and a little nervous, but I try to stay calm.

I usually eat something simple because I don’t have much time. For example, I have coffee and a sandwich.

When I am in a hurry, I move fast and choose simple clothes. I don’t want to waste time.

Expand Your Answer

Try to give a longer answer. Use at least 2—3 expressions from the vocabulary list and add one reason or example.

Example answer: I usually wake up at seven, but sometimes I oversleep because I go to bed late. Then I don’t have time to make breakfast, so I just take a coffee. For example, last week I missed my bus because I was too slow.

Practice: Complete the Sentences

I didn’t hear my ______, so I overslept.

I didn’t have time to ______, so I skipped it.

I was late because I had to ______ my keys.

I felt stressed, but I tried to ______.

I missed the bus, so I had to ______ the next one.

My Morning Without Coffee

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For me, coffee is a big part of the morning. I usually drink a cup right after I wake up, because it helps me feel awake and ready for the day. But yesterday, something went wrong. I didn’t have any coffee at home.

I woke up at my usual time, but I felt very sleepy. I went to the kitchen and opened the cupboard. I looked for coffee, but the jar was empty. I checked again, just to be sure, but there was nothing. I felt a little surprised and also a bit worried, because I didn’t know how to start my day without it.

I decided to make tea instead. It was not the same, but I thought it could help. While I was waiting for the water to boil, I sat down and tried to wake up. I felt slow and not very focused. My eyes were still half closed, and I didn’t want to do anything.

After I drank the tea, I felt a little better, but not really awake. I checked my phone and saw some messages, but I didn’t want to answer them. I needed more energy. Usually, coffee helps me think clearly, but this time my mind was still sleepy.

I had to get ready for the day, so I went to the bathroom. I washed my face and brushed my teeth. The cold water helped me feel more awake, so I decided to take a quick shower. It made a big difference. I started to feel more active, although I still missed my coffee.

Then I made a simple breakfast. I had some bread and eggs. I thought that food could give me energy, and it really helped. While I was eating, I started to feel more normal. I realized that maybe coffee is not the only way to wake up.

When I left the house, I still felt a bit tired, but I was okay. On my way, I saw a small café. I thought about going in and buying coffee, but I didn’t have much time. So I decided to continue without it.

Later that day, I felt fine. I was not as energetic as usual, but I could still do my tasks. It was a little difficult at first, but it became easier with time. I learned something important: I can start my day without coffee, but I need other things to help me wake up.

Now I still like coffee, and I still drink it every morning. But I don’t feel so worried if I don’t have it. I know that I can manage, because there are other ways to feel awake and ready for the day.

Key Vocabulary and Expressions

wake up — просыпаться

feel sleepy — чувствовать сонливость

cupboard — шкаф

jar — банка

be empty — быть пустым

look for — искать

make tea — заваривать чай

wait for — ждать

boil — кипеть

feel slow — чувствовать себя медленным

not focused — не сосредоточенный

check my phone — проверять телефон

feel better — чувствовать себя лучше

get ready — собираться

wash my face — умываться

brush my teeth — чистить зубы

take a shower — принимать душ

make a difference — иметь значение

feel active — чувствовать себя бодрым

miss something — скучать по чему-то

have breakfast — завтракать

give energy — давать энергию

leave the house — выходить из дома

feel tired — чувствовать усталость

on my way — по дороге

decide to — решать

continue — продолжать

do my tasks — выполнять задачи

manage — справляться

Useful Patterns

I usually… because… — Я обычно…, потому что…

I didn’t have any…, so… — У меня не было…, поэтому…

It was not the same, but… — Это было не то же самое, но…

I felt… and also… — Я чувствовал… и также…

I decided to… — Я решил…

It helped me… — Это помогло мне…

I started to… — Я начал…

I realized that… — Я понял, что…

I still…, but… — Я всё ещё…, но…

Practice: Answer the Questions

Do you usually drink coffee in the morning?

How do you feel without coffee?

What do you do to wake up?

What do you usually have for breakfast?

Do you prefer tea or coffee? Why?

What helps you feel more active in the morning?

Model Answers

Yes, I usually drink coffee in the morning because it helps me wake up. I feel more focused after it.

I feel sleepy and slow without coffee, but I try to manage. Sometimes I drink tea instead.

I wash my face and sometimes take a shower. It helps me feel more awake.

I usually have a simple breakfast because I don’t have much time. For example, I eat eggs or bread.

I prefer coffee because it gives me more energy. Tea is good, but it is not the same.

A shower and a good breakfast help me feel active. I also try to move and not sit too long.

Expand Your Answer

Try to give a longer answer. Use at least 2—3 expressions from the vocabulary list and add one reason or example.

Example answer: I usually drink coffee in the morning because I feel sleepy without it. If I don’t have coffee, I try to make tea and take a shower. For example, yesterday I didn’t have any coffee, so I had to find another way to wake up.

Practice: Complete the Sentences

I felt very ______ because I didn’t drink coffee.

The jar was ______, so I had no coffee.

I decided to ______ tea instead.

A shower can make a big ______.

I tried to ______ without coffee.

Getting Ready in a Hurry

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Yesterday morning, I had to get ready very quickly. I woke up on time, but I stayed in bed too long. I checked my phone and watched a few short videos, so I lost ten minutes. When I finally got up, I realized I didn’t have much time left. I felt a little stressed, but I knew I had to move fast.

First, I went to the bathroom. I washed my face and brushed my teeth. I didn’t take a shower because I didn’t have time. I looked at the mirror and tried to fix my hair quickly. It was not perfect, but it was good enough. I told myself, «Don’t waste time. Just finish and go.»

Then I went back to my room to get dressed. I opened my wardrobe and looked for something simple. I didn’t want to think too much about clothes, so I chose a T-shirt and jeans. They are easy and comfortable. I tried to find my socks, but I couldn’t see them at first. I looked around the room and finally found them on the chair. That took a few more minutes, and I felt more nervous.

After that, I packed my bag. I checked if I had everything: my phone, my keys, and my notebook. I almost forgot my charger, but I remembered it at the last moment. I didn’t want to come back home later, so I tried to be careful.

I went to the kitchen for a quick breakfast. I didn’t have time to cook, so I just took a piece of bread and some cheese. I also made a cup of tea. I ate and drank very fast, because I didn’t want to be late. It was not a perfect breakfast, but it gave me some energy.

Before leaving, I checked the time again. I only had a few minutes left. I put on my shoes, took my bag, and went out. I walked quickly, almost running, because I didn’t want to miss the bus.

On my way, I thought about my morning. I knew that I could do better. I didn’t have to hurry so much, but I wasted time at the beginning. When I arrived, I was just on time. I felt tired, but also a little proud, because I managed to get ready and not be late.

After this day, I decided to change my routine a little. Now I try not to use my phone in the morning. I also prepare my clothes the night before. It helps me save time and feel more relaxed. Getting ready in a hurry is not fun, so I want to avoid it in the future.

Key Vocabulary and Expressions

get ready — собираться

wake up — просыпаться

stay in bed — оставаться в постели

lose time — терять время

realize — понимать

not much time left — мало времени осталось

feel stressed — чувствовать стресс

move fast — двигаться быстро

wash my face — умываться

brush my teeth — чистить зубы

look in the mirror — смотреть в зеркало

fix my hair — поправить волосы

good enough — достаточно хорошо

get dressed — одеваться

look for — искать

take time — занимать время

feel nervous — нервничать

pack my bag — собирать сумку

at the last moment — в последний момент

be careful — быть внимательным

quick breakfast — быстрый завтрак

have time to — иметь время

be late — опаздывать

put on shoes — надевать обувь

on my way — по дороге

on time — вовремя

manage — справляться

save time — экономить время

avoid — избегать

Useful Patterns

I stayed… too long, so… — Я… слишком долго, поэтому…

I didn’t have time to… — У меня не было времени, чтобы…

It was not perfect, but… — Это было не идеально, но…

I tried to… — Я попытался…

I almost forgot…, but… — Я почти забыл…, но…

I didn’t want to…, so… — Я не хотел…, поэтому…

I only had a few minutes left — У меня осталось всего несколько минут

I managed to… — Мне удалось…

I decided to… — Я решил…

Practice: Answer the Questions

Do you often get ready in a hurry?

What do you usually do first in the morning?

What can make you late?

What do you do when you don’t have time for breakfast?

Do you prepare things the night before?

How do you feel when you are in a hurry?

Model Answers

Sometimes I get ready in a hurry because I lose time in the morning. I stay in bed too long.

First, I wash my face and brush my teeth. Then I get dressed.

I can be late if I use my phone or can’t find my things. It takes time.

I have a quick breakfast because I don’t have time to cook. For example, I eat bread and drink tea.

Yes, I sometimes prepare my clothes the night before. It helps me save time.

I feel stressed and nervous, but I try to move fast and stay calm.

Expand Your Answer

Try to give a longer answer. Use at least 2—3 expressions from the vocabulary list and add one reason or example.

Example answer: Sometimes I get ready in a hurry because I stay in bed too long. Then I don’t have time to make breakfast, so I have a quick snack. For example, last week I almost missed my bus because I couldn’t find my keys.

Practice: Complete the Sentences

I stayed in bed too long, so I ______ time.

I didn’t have time to ______ breakfast.

I had only a few minutes ______.

I almost forgot my keys at the ______ moment.

I try to ______ time in the morning.

My First Thing After Waking Up

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Every morning starts in a simple way for me. I don’t jump out of bed right away, because I need a few minutes to wake up. The first thing I do after waking up is check my phone. It is a small habit, but it is very important for me.

When I open my eyes, I usually feel a bit sleepy. I turn off my alarm and stay in bed for a moment. Then I take my phone and look at the screen. First, I check the time, just to be sure. After that, I read my messages. Sometimes my friends write to me late at night, so I like to see what they say.

Then I open a few apps. I check the weather, because I want to know what to wear. If it is cold, I choose something warm. If it is sunny, I feel more positive. After that, I look at social media. I don’t spend too much time there, but I like to see what is new.

Sometimes I also check my plans for the day. I look at my notes or my calendar. It helps me understand what I need to do. If I have something important, I try to remember it early, so I don’t forget later.

However, I know that this habit is not always good. Sometimes I stay in bed too long because of my phone. I start watching videos or reading posts, and I lose time. Then I have to hurry, and my morning becomes stressful. So I try to be careful.

After I finish checking my phone, I put it down and get up. I go to the bathroom, wash my face, and brush my teeth. At that moment, I start to feel more awake. Then I go to the kitchen and make breakfast.

I think the first thing we do in the morning is very important. It can change our mood and our day. When I use my phone too much, I feel slow and not focused. But when I check it quickly and get up, I feel better and more active.

Now I try to control this habit. I still check my phone, but I don’t spend too much time on it. I want my morning to be calm, not rushed. It is a small change, but it helps me start my day in a better way.

Key Vocabulary and Expressions

wake up — просыпаться

right away — сразу

a few minutes — несколько минут

check my phone — проверять телефон

habit — привычка

turn off the alarm — выключать будильник

stay in bed — оставаться в постели

look at the screen — смотреть на экран

check the time — проверять время

read messages — читать сообщения

write to someone — писать кому-то

check the weather — проверять погоду

what to wear — что надеть

feel positive — чувствовать себя позитивно

social media — социальные сети

spend time — проводить время

what is new — что нового

plans for the day — планы на день

remember — помнить

forget — забывать

lose time — терять время

hurry — торопиться

feel stressed — чувствовать стресс

put it down — отложить

get up — вставать

feel awake — чувствовать бодрость

be careful — быть осторожным

control a habit — контролировать привычку

Useful Patterns

The first thing I do is… — Первое, что я делаю, это…

I usually… because… — Я обычно…, потому что…

Sometimes I…, but… — Иногда я…, но…

I try to… — Я стараюсь…

It helps me… — Это помогает мне…

I don’t want to…, so… — Я не хочу…, поэтому…

I feel… when… — Я чувствую…, когда…

I think that… — Я думаю, что…

Practice: Answer the Questions

What is the first thing you do after waking up?

Do you check your phone in the morning?

How much time do you spend in bed after waking up?

Do you have a morning habit that you want to change?

What helps you wake up faster?

Do you plan your day in the morning?

Model Answers

The first thing I do is check my phone. I like to see messages and the time.

Yes, I check my phone because it is my habit. It helps me feel connected.

I usually stay in bed for a few minutes. Sometimes I lose time.

Yes, I want to control this habit because I don’t want to hurry.

Washing my face helps me feel awake. It makes a big difference.

Yes, I check my plans for the day. It helps me remember important things.

Expand Your Answer

Try to give a longer answer. Use at least 2—3 expressions from the vocabulary list and add one reason or example.