A1 Arabic Stories
Build confidence with beginner Arabic stories using everyday vocabulary, clear plots, and helpful key words.
The shadow that walks behind the old house
A young girl discovers the truth behind a mysterious shadow seen near an old house.
How did coffee first arrive in Damascus?
A short story about a merchant who brings coffee beans from Yemen to Damascus for the first time, changing the city's habits forever.
The Fog That Trapped the Shepherds in the Chouf
A young shepherd named Samer must use his listening skills to find a lost sheep and navigate home through a dense mountain fog.
The line that the rain erased from the wall
A story about a girl named Sarah who learns that perseverance and help from friends can overcome unexpected challenges.
Why is tea served before coffee at my grandmother's?
A story about a young person discovering the cultural and emotional significance behind their grandmother's tradition of serving tea before coffee to guests.
The Cave That Swallows Sound in the Asir Mountains
A brave girl named Sarah enters a mysterious cave in the Asir mountains to retrieve her grandmother's lost necklace.
Why does my grandfather hide the saffron?
A heartwarming story about a girl who discovers why her grandfather keeps a special, secret box of saffron.
Why did Caliph Al-Mu'tasim break the letter's seal?
A short story about Caliph Al-Mu'tasim's commitment to justice and his response to a plea for help.
The Porter Who Knows the Secrets of the Ancient City
A helpful porter in an ancient city helps a tourist find her lost belongings.
Desert Spirit: Who Calls Your Name Twice?
A story about a young man in the desert who learns a life-saving lesson from his grandmother's warning.
الجارة التي تطرق الباب كل صباح
A story about a lonely woman who discovers the true, kind motive behind her neighbor's daily morning visits.
The Sound Coming From My Grandfather's Closet
A young girl named Sarah discovers the source of a mysterious sound coming from her grandfather's old wooden closet.
The Flute That Suddenly Stopped at the Concert
The Flute That Suddenly Stopped at the Concert
Who ate the last piece of Kunafa on Eid?
A story about a young girl named Sara who discovers the mystery of the missing piece of Kunafa during Eid.
My Grandmother's Forgotten Promise
A young girl named Sarah visits her grandmother for the summer and discovers a forgotten birthday surprise.
The Mountain Road That Closes at Sunset
A young girl named Laila encounters a challenge on her way back home from her grandmother's house.
Umm Al-Duwais: Who follows the sound of her anklet in the night?
A young girl named Noura must save her brother from a mysterious sound in the night.
The Bag I Forgot at the Baker's
A story about a girl named Laila who accidentally leaves her mother's gold ring in a bag at a bakery and relies on the kind baker to help her.
لماذا تنطفئ الأنوار في الطابق الثالث؟
A girl named Sarah discovers a secret about why the lights in her neighbor's apartment turn off every night.
Camel Race: Who Beats the Sun?
A story about a young girl named Sarah and her camel, Al-Barq, competing in a desert race.
Why hasn't my friend called after traveling?
A girl named Sarah feels sad while waiting for a phone call from her friend Layla who has traveled to Dubai.
The Referee Who Stopped the Match for Seconds
A referee pauses a football match to help a boy retrieve his lost dog.
The Jar That Isn't Opened on Summer Nights
A curious girl named Nour learns the secret of an old jar kept by her grandmother.
Why did Saladin refuse King Richard's gift?
A story about the noble interaction between Saladin and King Richard during the Crusades.
The Shoe That Changed Its Place at the Mosque Door
A story about a man named Yusuf who discovers a kind stranger helping organize shoes at the mosque.
الصديق الذي نسي اسمي
A young woman experiences a mix of emotions when her old friend Samer appears to have forgotten her name, only to discover a heartwarming surprise.
Why Does the Spice Market Close at Noon?
A story about a tourist named Sara who discovers why a market closes during the afternoon in a foreign city.
The Oud That Is Only Played at Night
A story about a young girl who discovers the secret reason why her grandfather only plays his musical instrument at night.
The Referee Who Forgot His Whistle in the Rabat Final
A calm referee loses his whistle before an important final and receives help from an unexpected fan.