1. The Fun They Had (by Isaac Asimov)

    Content: A futuristic story about two children, Margie and Tommy, who discover an old fashioned book and school system from the past. They reflect on the differences between their computerized education and the traditional schooling system.

    Objective: To explore themes of technology versus traditional education and the changes in learning methods over time.

2. The Canterville Ghost (by Oscar Wilde)

    Content: A humorous ghost story about the Canterville Ghost, who is unable to scare the new American occupants of his haunted house. The story combines elements of comedy and supernatural with a message about family and forgiveness.

    Objective: To understand the interplay between humor and the supernatural and to discuss themes of cultural differences and redemption.

3. The Happy Prince (by Oscar Wilde)

    Content: A story about a statue of a prince who, with the help of a swallow, gives away his riches to help the poor and suffering in his city. The story highlights themes of selflessness and charity.

    Objective: To analyze the themes of sacrifice and social responsibility, and to understand the moral implications of altruism.

4. The Last Leaf (by O. Henry)

    Content: A touching story about an old artist who paints a leaf on a wall to give hope to a young woman who believes that she will die when the last leaf falls. The story addresses themes of hope, sacrifice, and the impact of art.

    Objective: To explore the themes of hope, self sacrifice, and the power of human connection.

5. A Horse and Two Goats (by R. K. Narayan)

    Content: A humorous story about an Indian villager and an American tourist who have a miscommunication over the purchase of a horse. The story highlights cultural differences and the complexities of communication.

    Objective: To understand cultural differences and miscommunication through a humorous narrative.

6. The Monkey's Paw (by W. W. Jacobs)

    Content: A suspenseful story about a magical monkey's paw that grants three wishes but brings unintended consequences. The story explores themes of fate, consequences, and the supernatural.

    Objective: To analyze the consequences of interfering with fate and to discuss the ethical implications of using supernatural powers.

7. The Road Not Taken (by Robert Frost)

    Content: A poem that reflects on the choices and decisions in life, symbolized by a diverging path in a forest. The poem explores themes of individualism and the impact of decisions.

    Objective: To interpret the symbolism of choice and individuality and to understand the personal significance of decisions.

8. A Child's Garden of Verse (by Robert Louis Stevenson)

    Content: A collection of poems that reflect a child's perspective on nature, childhood, and imagination. The poems convey the beauty and simplicity of a child's world.

    Objective: To appreciate the simplicity and innocence of childhood through poetic expression and to explore themes of nature and imagination.

9. The Solitary Reaper (by William Wordsworth)

    Content: A poem that describes a solitary woman reaping grain in a field and singing a melancholic song. The poem captures the beauty of nature and the emotional depth of the woman's song.

    Objective: To analyze the themes of solitude, nature, and the power of music in conveying emotion.

10. The Ballad of the Tyne (by Anonymous)

     Content: A traditional ballad recounting the tale of a shipwreck and the ensuing tragedy. The ballad captures the themes of loss, bravery, and maritime adventure.

     Objective: To understand the narrative style of ballads and to explore themes of heroism and tragedy.

11. The Wind (by Christina Rossetti)

     Content: A poem that personifies the wind as a powerful and unpredictable force. The poem reflects on the wind’s ability to influence nature and its symbolism.

     Objective: To interpret the personification of natural elements and to explore the symbolic meaning of the wind in literature.

12. The Merchant of Venice (by William Shakespeare)

     Content: A play that deals with themes of mercy, justice, and prejudice through the story of Shylock, a Jewish moneylender, and his legal contract with Antonio, a Christian merchant. The play examines the complexities of human relationships and legal obligations.

     Objective: To analyze the themes of justice, mercy, and prejudice, and to understand Shakespeare's portrayal of complex characters and societal issues.