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 War of the Worlds a Level 1 Reader is A1 in the
CEFR framework. Short sentences contain a maximum of two clauses introducing the past simple
tense and some simple modals adverbs and gerunds. Illustrations support the text throughout
and many titles at this level are graphic novels. The Martians are coming! They are burning
houses and killing the people of Earth. How can the people stop them? 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.
