The Two Viewpoints
A free A2-level English story for language learners, readable online in English, with an option to listen via the free Storyteller app.
Anouk and Chidi must choose between two hiking viewpoints before their bus leaves.
Anouk and Chidi hike up a wide trail. Two signs stand at the top. One sign points to Eagle Point. The other points to Quiet Ridge.
"We only have time for one," Chidi says. He checks his watch. "The bus back leaves in two hours."
"Eagle Point has a great view," Anouk says. "But Quiet Ridge is near the bus stop."
They stand at the fork and think about it. Chidi pulls out his water bottle and takes a drink.
"Let's think about the bus," Chidi says. "If we go to Eagle Point, we will be late."
"You're right," Anouk says. "Let's go to Quiet Ridge instead. We can come back for Eagle Point another day."
They take the path to Quiet Ridge. It is a short, easy walk through tall trees. At the top, they find a wooden bench. It has a wide view of the valley.
"This is nice too," Chidi says. He sits down and opens his bag for a snack.
Anouk looks out over the valley and takes a photo. "Eagle Point will still be here next time," she says.
They eat their snacks and watch two birds fly over the trees. Then they start down the trail, back toward the bus stop.
They reach the bus stop early. The bus arrives right on time.
