Jekyll and Hyde: CEFR level B1 (ELT Graded Reader)


Book Description

Improve your English in a fun way, without any extra studying, with books by Read Stories - Learn English. This book is adapted for learners at CEFR level B1 (intermediate). The smile left Doctor Jekyll’s face and it was replaced by an expression of terror. Seeing it froze the blood of the two men below. Doctor Jekyll is kind, lively and has lots of friends. So why is he friends with Mr Hyde, a rude and violent man, who makes everyone feel afraid? It is clear that Jekyll has secrets that might destroy him. Can his friends save him? This book: - is an exciting gothic thriller - is adapted for learners of English from the classic story - uses grammar and vocabulary for learners at CEFR level B1 (strong Pre-intermediate level or Intermediate level) - has definitions of difficult words Books at this level have a word count of 15,000–18,000 words and 1,600 headwords. You will find language-learning exercises for this book on our website. Warning: This book may not suitable for young children.







CAEL Test Preparation Canadian Academic English Language Practice Tests Book


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CAEL Test Preparation Canadian Academic English Language Practice Tests Book: Speaking, Integrated Reading, Integrated Listening, and Academic Units A & B helps you prepare for the new CAEL exam. The book contains two complete CAEL practice exams, with detailed, explained answers. Our CAEL Test Preparation book includes the following: Speaking test tips and lists of useful phrasesAdvice on how to respond to the data analysis speaking task; 2 speaking practice tests with three tasks each, including data analysis tasks; 2 integrated reading practice tests with 3 passages and 25 comprehension questions each; Speaking tasks based on the integrated reading passages with sample responses; 2 integrated listening practice tests with 3 passages and 25 comprehension questions each; Speaking tasks based on the integrated listening passages with sample responses; 2 Academic Unit A tests, with reading, listening, and extended writing tasks; 2 Academic Unit B tests, with reading, listening, and short writing tasks; Sample responses for all of the writing tasks with writing tips; Examples of how to prepare essay plans for the writing tasks; Examples of note-taking on the listening passages; Access to free mp3s for all of the listening tasks; Complete answer key; In-depth explanations of the rationale for all of the answers; Scripts for the listening passages. Get a step ahead on your academic path with Exam SAM Study Aids & Media!




How to Be an Alien


Book Description

'Penguin Readers' are simplified texts designed in association with Longman to provide a step-by-step approach to the joys of reading for pleasure.




The Elvis Mystery (Big Ideas: Intermediate)


Book Description

Elvis Presley was one of the most famous pop musicians of the 20th century. If you check an official biography, you will learn that he was born on January 8, 1935, and died on August 16, 1977. During his life, he wrote and performed many hit songs and record albums, and he starred in 31 movies. Now, everybody agrees that he was born in 1935. But as for his death... well, everybody does not agree about that! Some people believe that he did not die in 1977; and in fact, that he might still be alive! Why do they think that? What is their evidence? What do they think happened instead, and where is Elvis now? This reader for intermediate-level learners of English tells the story of Elvis Presley's incredible life and accomplishments, and explains the mystery around his death—or his disappearance!




The Little Prince


Book Description

The little prince lives on a very small planet. Then he leaves his red rose and flies away. Who does he meet? What does he learn? And can he go back? -- Back cover.




Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde - With Audio Level 4 Oxford Bookworms Library


Book Description

A level 4 Oxford Bookworms Library graded reader. This version includes an audio book: listen to the story as you read. Retold for Learners of English by Rosemary Border. You are walking through the streets of London. It is getting dark and you want to get home quickly. You enter a narrow side-street. Everything is quiet, but as you pass the door of a large, windowless building, you hear a key turning in the lock. A man comes out and looks at you. You have never seen him before, but you realize immediately that he hates you. You are shocked to discover, also, that you hate him. Who is this man that everybody hates? And why is he coming out of the laboratory of the very respectable Dr Jekyll?




Ladybird Tales of Adventurous Girls


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'All power to Gretel and Tamasha and Tokoyo and Chandra and Sea Girl and Gerda! They come from different countries and traditions but they're all such marvellous spirited girls I wish each one could be my best friend' - Jacqueline Wilson Girls can save the day too, and they always have . . . Join six adventurous girls from around the world as they use their wits, courage and strength to overcome the odds in this colourful, illustrated collection of Ladybird Tales. Gretel and Hansel Tamasha and the Troll Tokoyo and the Sea Serpent Chandra and the Elephants Sea Girl and the Golden Key The Snow Queen Perfect for bedtime, to read aloud or enjoy alone, these empowering tales show that girls can be the heroes of any story. Includes a special Introduction from award-winning author Jacqueline Wilson.




Simon Decker & the Secret Formula. Teacher's Book


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Simon heard a woman scream, then a gunshot. There was another shot and the sound of glass breaking. Simon fell to the floor and crawled towards the kitchen. Rocky was in there, barking and jumping at the kitchen door. Simon held Rocky in his arms to keep him quiet, then he listened. A car door opened and closed, then the car drove quickly away.




Beauty and the Beast


Book Description

"Beauty, I love you. Do you love me? Will you marry me?" What should she say? She was afraid of him... And so she said, "No, Beast. You are kind, but I don't love you. And I don't want to marry you." At this the Beast let out a roar of anger and pain. "Why don't you love me? Am I so ugly?!" he shouted at the terrified Beauty and left the room...