Short stories are much more manageable for students to read during class time due to their shortness. You can read stories aloud as a class, on your own, or in groups. Any method you choose, you will have plenty of time to read through quickly before engaging in activities and a class discussion. Learners can participate in a timed comprehension exercise as their skills advance. After they've read the short narrative, I give them a worksheet or packet to complete. You could also record yourself reading the story out loud, or I can record my students reading and play it back to them. In a nutshell, short stories are such an excellent tool for Spanish learners by creating a shortcut to advancing Spanish language skills.