Easy Italian Reading – Stories with Audio and Translation

Short Stories with Audio, English Translation, Glossary and Exercises

Welcome to our Easy Italian Reading section.
Here you’ll find a collection of reading texts for Italian learners, from A1 to B2 level. Each text includes audio, English translation, glossary and exercises to help you understand and remember what you read.
The readings are arranged in progressive order, starting from A1 and going up to B2, so you can follow a clear path and gradually improve your Italian.
Feel free to explore any story or reading that catches your interest, but starting from your current level is the best way to make steady progress.

A1 – Anna ci parla della sua famiglia

Learn basic Italian with a short story where Anna introduces her family. A perfect reading for beginners practicing simple vocabulary about relatives and daily life.
A1 – Dal Fruttivendolo

This beginner Italian text shows a lively shopping scene at a fruit and vegetable market. Ideal for practicing everyday phrases and food vocabulary.
A1 – Giuseppe va in piscina

Enjoy an easy Italian reading for A1 students about Giuseppe’s day at the swimming pool, focusing on action verbs and fun activities.
A1 – Il paesino di Giovanni

An easy Italian reading about Giovanni’s peaceful life in a small village. Ideal for beginners practicing simple Italian through daily routines, gardening, and friendly conversations.
A1 – Il quartiere

Eleonora vive in un quartiere molto bello. Ogni giorno, passeggia per le strade e osserva i negozi e i parchi. Nel quartiere ci sono molti…
A1 – Il ristorante preferito di Francesca

A simple Italian reading for beginners about Francesca’s favorite restaurant. A cozy story to practice easy Italian vocabulary related to food, family, and friendly places.
A1 – Il Temporale

A beginner-friendly Italian story about a sudden thunderstorm: dark clouds, heavy rain, strong winds, and a family’s reaction to the changing weather.
A1 – L’Attività Fisica

Regular exercise helps people feel stronger, healthier, and happier in daily life, showing how simple activities improve well-being. A short Italian reading for beginners.
A1 – L’inverno

This short text describes winter in Italy, from snowy mountains in the north to milder southern cities, highlighting Christmas traditions, cozy gatherings, and festive lights.
A1 – La Grande Quercia

Enjoy a short Italian story for beginners about a special old oak tree, friendship, and the simple magic of childhood memories.
A1 – La mia migliore amica

This easy Italian text for A1 students tells the story of a strong friendship, showing everyday conversations and emotions in simple language.
A1 – La mia palestra

A short Italian reading for beginners about daily life at the gym. Perfect for easy Italian practice with simple vocabulary about exercise, friends, and healthy habits.
A1 – La primavera

A simple Italian reading about springtime. Perfect for beginners who want to enjoy a short and colorful story about flowers, warm weather, and happy outdoor moments.
A1 – La stazione ferroviaria

This text explains how an Italian train station works, describing ticket offices, waiting areas, platforms, announcements, and the basic steps for taking a train.
A1 – Una gita in campagna

This simple Italian reading for new learners follows a relaxing trip to the countryside, showing nature, picnics, and family moments.
A2 – Al museo

Explore a museum through easy Italian reading with audio, translation, and glossary. Discover art and history while practicing simple sentences and useful Italian vocabulary.
A2 – Colazione perfetta al bar

Enjoy an easy Italian story about breakfast at the bar. Includes audio and English translation to help beginners learn Italian expressions naturally.
A2 – Dal Tabaccaio

A typical visit to an Italian shop teaches daily vocabulary. Practice Italian reading with audio, exercises, and a helpful glossary for beginners.
A2 – Gli animali domestici

Learn the names of pets with this easy Italian story. Includes audio reading, translation into English, and a simple glossary to support your practice.
A2 – Gli Hobby

Discover common hobbies in Italy through easy reading and listening. Audio and English translation make learning Italian simple and enjoyable for beginners.
A2 – Il Cibo

Taste the world of Italian food with this simple story. Practice easy Italian with translation, exercises, audio support, and vocabulary for daily life.
A2 – L’escursione in montagna

Join a mountain hike and practice easy Italian reading. Audio, glossary, and translation help you learn nature words and basic expressions for beginners.
A2 – La casa

Describe a house in Italian through an easy reading text with glossary and audio. Perfect to learn everyday words with English translation support.
A2 – La giornata tipica

Live a typical day in Italy with easy Italian reading. Includes audio, exercises, and English translation to help beginners practice real-life expressions.
A2 – La mia famiglia

Meet a family through an easy Italian story for beginners. Audio reading, glossary, and English translation guide your Italian language learning.
A2 – La scuola

Experience a school day in Italy with simple Italian reading. Practice listening and vocabulary with audio, exercises, and English translation for beginners.
A2 – Maria si presenta

Maria introduces herself in simple Italian. An easy reading exercise for beginners, complete with audio, glossary, and English translation.
A2 – Una passeggiata lungo il fiume

Take a relaxing walk along the river while learning Italian. Audio, glossary, and English translation make this easy reading perfect for beginners.
A2 – Una passeggiata nel bosco

Walk in the woods and discover nature in easy Italian. Enjoy audio reading, translation, and glossary to support your learning experience.
A2 – Visitare un giardino botanico

Visit a botanical garden and explore plants in simple Italian. Audio, glossary, and English translation help beginners understand and practice new words.
B1 – Come trascorre il sabato Maria

Maria describes her Saturday full of simple pleasures, like shopping, relaxing, and walking in the park. Includes audio and English translation for better practice.
B1 – Descrizione di un appartamento

A young woman describes her Italian apartment, talking about rooms, furniture, and favorite spots. A clear and simple way to learn home-related vocabulary.
B1 – Franco e il suo lavoro di architetto

Franco talks about his job designing houses and offices, facing deadlines and challenges. A realistic story that introduces basic work and profession vocabulary.
B1 – Il compito scomparso

A student’s homework mysteriously disappears at school. Friends investigate the strange event in this light mystery story set in a lively Italian classroom.
B1 – Il Fantasma della biblioteca

Strange noises and missing books create tension in a quiet library. A fun ghost story that lets you practice simple Italian for daily and fantasy contexts.
B1 – Il vampiro del vicinato

Rumors spread about a vampire living in the neighborhood. A light-hearted story mixing mystery and humor, using easy Italian perfect for intermediate readers.
B1 – La bicicletta bucata

During a bike ride, a flat tire changes the day’s plans. A small adventure shows how to describe unexpected events with simple, clear Italian.
B1 – La città di Roma

A brief tour of Rome’s most famous sites, monuments, and traditions. A descriptive and emotional reading that helps you practice place names and history.
B1 – La giornata di lavoro di Giorgio

Giorgio describes a full working day from early morning to late evening, balancing different tasks. A vivid story for learning time and work expressions.
B1 – La gita scolastica

Students go on a school trip full of surprises, friendships, and small adventures. A dynamic Italian reading showing natural dialogues and everyday situations.
B1 – La tempesta improvvisa

A sunny day at the beach suddenly turns into a stormy adventure. A short story rich in weather vocabulary and emotional reactions in simple Italian.
B1 – Luca perde il suo cane

Luca searches for his lost dog across the city, meeting different people along the way. A touching Italian story about persistence and everyday conversation.
B1 – Lucia ci parla di Firenze

Lucia shares her love for Florence, describing its beauty, famous places, and personal memories. A personal and lively story using accessible Italian expressions.
B1 – Una vacanza perfetta

A family enjoys a perfect seaside vacation full of small events, excursions, and relaxing moments. An ideal reading for learning travel and leisure vocabulary.
B1 – Una visita dal dottore

A patient describes his visit to the doctor, symptoms, and simple medical advice. A clear Italian reading to practice everyday health-related conversations naturally.
B2 – Il gatto di Francesco

Francesco is reading in bed when he hears scratching at his door. It’s his cat, Romeo, acting strangely and insisting on entering the room.
B2 – Caravaggio: luci e ombre di un’anima inquieta

Explore the turbulent life of Caravaggio, a brilliant painter whose violent nature led to imprisonment and exile, yet he continued to create masterpieces
B2 – Giordano Bruno: il coraggio della ribellione

Learn about Giordano Bruno, a philosopher burned at the stake for his revolutionary ideas, who challenged the beliefs of his time with unwavering courage.
B2 – Il caffè

Discover how coffee in Italy is more than a drink; it’s a social ritual reflecting the Italian art of living through shared moments and traditions.
B2 – Il Conte Cagliostro: mago e mistificatore

Delve into the enigmatic life of Count Cagliostro, a self-proclaimed alchemist and healer who captivated and deceived Europe’s elite with his supposed powers.
B2 – Il matrimonio di un amico

The narrator attends his best friend’s wedding, reflecting on their long-standing friendship and the emotional significance of witnessing this joyful event.
B2 – L’ultimo libro che ho letto

A personal account of reading “The Kite Runner,” highlighting its emotional depth and the profound themes of friendship, guilt, and redemption it explores.
B2 – La moda italiana

An overview of Italian fashion’s evolution, from traditional craftsmanship to modern brands like Benetton and Diesel, blending elegance with contemporary style.
B2 – La vera storia di Pinocchio

Uncover the original, darker tale of Pinocchio, filled with danger and deceit, contrasting sharply with the sanitized versions popularized by modern adaptations.
B2 – La Vespa

Trace the history of the Vespa scooter, an Italian icon born in 1946 that symbolizes elegance and functionality, becoming a global cultural phenomenon
B2 – Lo smartphone

An exploration of how smartphones have become indispensable tools, enabling instant communication, information access, and connectivity in everyday Italian life.
B2 – Un viaggio in Sardegna

A traveler’s first journey to Sardinia, experiencing its stunning landscapes, rich culture, and the freedom of exploring the island by car.