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 Happy Prince a Starter level Reader is A1 in the
CEFR framework. Starter level is ideal for readers who are learning English for the first time.
Short sentences contain a maximum of two clauses using the present simple and continuous
tenses possessives regular and irregular verbs and simple adjectives. Illustrations support
the text throughout and many titles at this level are graphic novels. In an old town in
England there is a statue of a happy prince. But the prince is not happy. He can see the sad
things in the town. Then he meets a swallow. They help the people. 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.
