Penguin Readers is an ELT graded reader series for learners of English as a foreign language.
With carefully adapted text new illustrations and language learning exercises the print
edition also includes instructions to access supporting material online. Titles include popular
classics exciting contemporary fiction and thought-provoking non-fiction introducing
language learners to bestselling authors and compelling content. The eight levels of Penguin
Readers follow the Common European Framework of Reference for language learning (CEFR).
Exercises at the back of each Reader help language learners to practise grammar vocabulary
and key exam skills. Before during and after-reading questions test readers' story
comprehension and develop vocabulary. The Extraordinary Life of Mahatma Gandhi a Level 2
Reader is A1+ in the CEFR framework. Sentences contain a maximum of two clauses introducing
the future tenses will and going to present continuous for future meaning and comparatives
and superlatives. It is well supported by illustrations which appear on most pages. Mahatma
Gandhi was from India. Gandhi wanted India to be an independent country and he fought hard for
his beliefs. Visit the Penguin Readers website Exclusively with the print edition readers can
unlock online resources including a digital book audio edition lesson plans and answer keys.
