Every lesson is a short story in two languages — English on top, your language underneath. Read one here, then open it in Spikdi to hear the narration and score your speaking.
I got my first paycheck yesterday.
Every night, I write my plan for the next day.
I missed the bus this morning.
I look at my empty suitcase.
I watched a child build a tower with blocks.
She sat on the edge of the bed.
I finally said it today.
I missed the bus today.
I called my mom after the doctor visit.
I sit in the meeting room.
The rain is tapping on my window.
I sit on my empty floor.
I had to present our new plan to the leadership team.
Yesterday I wrapped up the login feature.
I had a meeting with a parent today.
I always hated the smell of durian.
I lace up my old sneakers again.
I did not sleep last night.
I was scared to ask.
The work day is over.
I saw the last leaf fall today.
I remember my math teacher from high school.
I almost closed the file.
I tried to explain my idea.
The door clicks shut and I am finally alone.
I remember my first time.
Last week, a customer came to the register.
I had to explain a feature to a new teammate.
I walk along the river.
I remember my first English conversation with a stranger.
I had to present our team's plan to the leadership team.
I found a bug in production this morning.
I sat on my bed with my phone.
Yesterday I wrapped up the login feature.
We had a sprint planning meeting yesterday.
I found a bug in our app yesterday.
A client wanted a lower price.
I close my laptop at nine.
I called a client after we fixed their issue.
I had to tell my team about a delay.
I chop the carrots into small, even pieces.
I fixed the problem yesterday.
I stand at the stove, alone with my thoughts.
I open my eyes before the alarm.
I woke up to a cold room.
My brain felt like a locked box.
I grab my suitcase from the closet.
I remember my first day in the kitchen.
I walked along the river tonight.
I walked home in the rain today.