Well, 'The Ugly Duckling' from the 100 free short english stories is great. It shows that we should not judge by appearances. Also, 'Cinderella' is always a classic. It has elements of magic, a kind-hearted protagonist, and the idea of a rags - to - riches story.
Sure. The story 'The Little Match Girl' is quite interesting. It's a very touching tale about a poor girl selling matches in the cold. Another good one is 'The Tortoise and the Hare', which teaches us the value of perseverance.
There are many. For example, 'Jack and the Beanstalk'. It's full of adventure as Jack climbs the beanstalk and encounters the giant. 'Snow White' is also interesting. It has the elements of a wicked stepmother, seven dwarfs, and true love's kiss which all together make it a very engaging short story.