A2 Spanish Stories
Move beyond the basics with our A2 Spanish stories. Ideal for advanced beginners, this Spanish reading practice introduces essential past tenses and expands your vocabulary. Listen to the narrated audio to improve your comprehension.
History
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¿Cómo se construyeron los acueductos romanos de Segovia con herramientas simples?
Travel back to ancient Roman Spain and discover how thousands of workers built the magnificent Aqueduct of Segovia using only simple tools and incredible skill.
¿Cómo se inventó la 'marraqueta' en Chile? La historia de dos hermanos panaderos
Discover the delicious mistake that created Chile's most famous bread. Two French brothers arrived in Valparaíso and changed the country's history, one loaf at a time.
El Origen del Chocolate: Un Regalo de los Dioses Aztecas
Discover the ancient Aztec legend of chocolate. Learn how a powerful god gave humans a special gift, and how this bitter drink became the sweet treat we love today.
Un Día en la Alhambra: Secretos de un Palacio Nazarí
A history student explores the famous Alhambra palace in Granada for the first time. She walks through its beautiful rooms and gardens, and discovers a small, hidden secret from the past.
Sports
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¿Cómo se decide el ganador de la regata de traineras entre dos pueblos rivales del País Vasco?
In the Basque Country, two rival towns prepare for the most important event of the year: the traditional rowing race. The sea is rough and the competition is fierce, but only one boat can cross the finish line first.
Mi primer intento fallido de jugar a la 'chaza' en un pueblo de Nariño, Colombia
Ever heard of a sport played with a heavy wooden ball and your bare hands? I travel to a small town in Colombia to try 'chaza', but my first attempt doesn't go exactly as planned.
¿Puede un partido de bolos huertanos salvar la cosecha de limones de Murcia?
In the dry fields of Murcia, a young farmer's lemon harvest is in danger. Can a traditional game of bowling, known as *bolos huertanos*, be the key to saving his crop?
¿Puede un partido de pelota purépecha resolver la rivalidad entre dos pueblos en Michoacán?
Two rival towns in Michoacán decide to settle their differences with a traditional, ancient game played with a ball of fire. But in this intense match, they discover something more important than winning.
¿Quién ganó realmente el primer partido de Tejo? Un misterio explosivo en la cancha
Two friends discover Colombia's explosive national sport, Tejo. But when a mysterious explosion happens on the court, they have to figure out who really scored the point.
Culture & Travel
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El Año Nuevo Aymara: Celebrando el Solsticio en Bolivia
Experience the magic of the Aymara New Year in Bolivia, where an ancient community celebrates the winter solstice and the return of the sun, following Marco on his journey to the historic site of Tiwanaku for a ceremony he will never forget.
El Silbo Gomero: El Lenguaje Secreto de las Montañas
A young girl visits her grandfather on the island of La Gomera and discovers a secret language that travels across the mountains, not with words, but with whistles.
La Aventura del Camino de Santiago
Alex decides to walk the famous Camino de Santiago, a historic pilgrimage across Spain. Follow his journey as he meets new friends and discovers the beautiful Spanish countryside.
La Noche de San Juan: Hogueras y Deseos en la Playa
Experience the magic of a Spanish tradition on a warm summer night. Discover the secrets of the bonfires and the wishes made on the shortest night of the year.
Las Fallas de Valencia: Fuego y Arte en la Ciudad
Experience the unique festival of Las Fallas in Valencia through the eyes of a traveler named Leo. Discover a city filled with giant statues, loud fireworks, and a spectacular fiery finale.
Un Café con vistas: La vida en los Pueblos Blancos de Andalucía
A traveler discovers the simple joys and stunning beauty of life in the famous white villages of Andalusia while stopping for a coffee with a view.
Un Domingo en el Rastro de Madrid
On a sunny Sunday in Madrid, a traveler explores the famous Rastro flea market. What unique treasure will she find among the crowded stalls and historic streets?
Un Día en las Islas Galápagos: Encuentro con las Tortugas Gigantes
Explore the magical Galápagos Islands and come face to face with its most famous residents. Discover the world of the giant tortoises in this unforgettable journey.
Un Paseo en Trajinera por Xochimilco
Discover the vibrant canals of Xochimilco on a traditional trajinera. Join Ana and Carlos as they float through a world of music, food, and floating gardens.
Un Vistazo a la Feria de Abril en Sevilla
Discover the vibrant colors, music, and traditions of Seville's famous April Fair. Follow a visitor as she experiences this unforgettable Spanish festival for the very first time.
Mystery & Crime
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El Misterio de la Guitarra Perdida
A famous flamenco guitarist's special instrument disappears right before his big show in Granada, and a young detective must follow the clues through the historic city to solve the mystery before the music stops.
¿Por qué las bicicletas de mi barrio en Bogotá desaparecen y reaparecen pintadas de colores?
Bicycles are vanishing from a neighborhood in Bogotá, only to reappear later with a strange, colorful new look. A curious resident decides to investigate this simple but baffling mystery.
¿Quién robó la corona de la estatua de la Cibeles? Un misterio en el corazón de Madrid
A famous statue in the heart of Madrid is missing its crown. An intelligent inspector finds a small clue that could lead him to a notorious art thief.
¿Quién se robó los colores del carnaval de Oruro?
In the vibrant city of Oruro, the brilliant colors for the famous carnival costumes have vanished. A young detective must solve the mystery before the celebration turns grey.
¿Qué secreto esconde la última nota en la guitarra de Atahualpa Yupanqui?
A young researcher discovers a mysterious open display case at the Atahualpa Yupanqui museum. The only clue is a strange piece of paper found inside the famous musician's guitar.
Food & Cuisine
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El Secreto de la Abuela: La Receta Perdida de Arepas
Sofia's grandmother made the best arepas in Venezuela, but her special recipe is lost. Can Sofia find the family secret and taste those delicious arepas one more time?
Preparando Ceviche: Un Sabor Fresco del Mar Peruano
Carlos attempts to make Peru's most famous dish, ceviche, for his family for the first time. Will he be able to recreate the fresh flavors his grandmother used to make?
¿Puede un robot aprender a cortar jamón ibérico tan bien como un maestro cortador de Salamanca?
In the famous city of Salamanca, a master ham slicer faces his greatest challenge yet: a robot designed to cut Iberian ham perfectly. Can technology truly replace the art and tradition of a human expert?
¿Quién inventó el 'tinto de verano'? La rivalidad secreta de dos cafés en Córdoba
In the hot summers of Córdoba, a secret rivalry between two cafes led to the creation of Spain's most famous summer drink. But who really invented it?
Una Aventura Culinaria: Las Tapas de Sevilla
Two friends explore the vibrant streets of Seville, discovering the delicious world of tapas for the first time. Join them on their tasty culinary adventure!
Music & Arts
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Frida Kahlo: Un Retrato de Dolor y Color
Discover the life of one of Mexico's most famous artists, Frida Kahlo. Learn how she turned her pain into beautiful and powerful paintings full of vibrant color.
Gaudí y el Sueño de la Sagrada Familia
Discover the story of Antoni Gaudí, a visionary architect with a unique dream. Learn how he dedicated his life to building Barcelona's most famous and unfinished masterpiece.
¿Puede un robot aprender a bailar cumbia? La competencia en el Carnaval de Barranquilla
A brilliant inventor builds a robot to compete in the world-famous Barranquilla Carnival. But can a machine truly learn the soul and passion of cumbia music?
¿Puede un robot aprender a tocar el cajón peruano mejor que un humano?
In Lima, a talented musician and a high-tech robot compete to see who can best play the cajón, a traditional Peruvian instrument. But can perfect technique ever replace the soul of the music?
Daily Life
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La Aventura de Conseguir la Tarjeta de Residencia
Follow Ana's journey through the bureaucratic maze of getting her residence card in Spain. Will one forgotten document ruin her big day?
La entrevista de trabajo en una fábrica de guayaberas: ¿Cómo convencer al jefe con estilo?
Carlos is nervous for a big job interview at a traditional guayabera factory. Can a special shirt from his grandfather help him convince the serious boss that he's the right person for the job?
Mi entrevista de trabajo en una start-up de bicicletas de bambú en Medellín
Follow Alex on a nerve-wracking but exciting day in Medellín as he interviews for his dream job at a unique company that makes bicycles from bamboo. Will his passion for bikes be enough to impress them?
¿Por qué un robot quiere ser monje en el Monasterio de Silos? Un encuentro entre tecnología y canto gregoriano
A modern robot arrives at an ancient Spanish monastery with a very unusual request. He wants to learn about the peace he hears in their famous Gregorian chants, a feeling his programming can't understand.
Un Día de Voluntariado en el Refugio de Animales
Spend a Saturday volunteering at an animal shelter in Spain. You'll meet some happy dogs and help a very special one find his forever home.
Un Mensaje en una Botella en las Playas de Costa Rica
A young woman walking on the beautiful beaches of Costa Rica finds something unexpected floating in the ocean. This discovery leads to a new and surprising friendship.
Un día en la vida de un luthier de Paracho: ¿Cuál es el secreto para hacer una guitarra que cante?
In the famous guitar-making town of Paracho, a craftsman searches for the perfect sound. Discover the family secret that makes a simple wooden guitar truly sing.
Myths & Legends
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La leyenda del Caleuche: ¿Por qué un barco fantasma organiza fiestas en Chiloé?
A mysterious ghost ship appears on the coasts of Chile, but it's not here to cause trouble. Instead, people hear music and laughter coming from its deck on dark nights.
¿Por qué el fantasma de un conquistador solo come pupusas en un restaurante de El Salvador?
A centuries-old ghost haunts a restaurant in El Salvador, but he's not looking for souls... he's looking for pupusas. Discover the delicious reason behind this strange and hungry legend.
¿Por qué el fantasma del Palacio de Linares solo pide un café? Un encuentro nocturno en Madrid
A new security guard discovers that the famous ghost of Madrid's Palacio de Linares doesn't want to scare people; she just wants a simple coffee. This story explores a famous Spanish legend with a funny and gentle twist.
¿Por qué el perro callejero de Lima solo acepta 'picarones' como pago?
In the colorful streets of Lima, there lives a very special stray dog with a strange appetite. Discover the legend of why this clever dog will only accept a sweet Peruvian dessert as payment for his friendship.
¿Quién Llora en el Río? La Leyenda de La Llorona
In a small Mexican village, a woman's tragic love story becomes a terrifying legend. People say you can still hear her crying for her lost children near the river at night.
¿Quién le enseñó a tejer al pueblo de Otavalo? La leyenda de la araña y el arcoíris.
Discover the ancient secret of Otavalo's famous textiles, a legend woven from a spider's silk and a rainbow's colors. This story tells how a magical spider taught a young man to create beautiful things to keep his people warm.
¿Quién se llevó el sol de los Muiscas? La leyenda de La Candelaria
When darkness covers the land of the Muisca people in ancient Colombia, who can save them? A powerful sorcerer has stolen the sun, and only a brave god can bring back the light.
Travel & Culture
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Wildlife
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¿Por qué el perezoso de Manuel Antonio solo se despierta para escuchar calipso?
In a beautiful Costa Rican park, a very sleepy sloth has a strange secret. He only wakes up when he hears one special sound from the coast.
¿Quién le enseñó a surfear a las alpacas? Una mañana extraña en la playa de Máncora
One morning on a famous Peruvian beach, something impossible happens. Can you guess which woolly mountain animal decided to learn how to surf the Pacific waves?