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The Birthday Party Level aa Fiction
City Street Level aa Nonfiction
The City Level aa Nonfiction
The Classroom Level aa Nonfiction
Farm Animals Level aa Nonfiction
Fido Gets Dressed Level aa Fiction
The Fort Level aa Nonfiction
The Garden Level aa Nonfiction
Good Night Level aa Fiction
In Level aa Fiction
It Is Fall Level aa Nonfiction
Little Level aa Nonfiction
My Family Level aa Fiction
On Level aa Fiction
Play Ball! Level aa Nonfiction
The Playground Level aa Nonfiction
Spring Level aa Nonfiction
Summer Level aa Nonfiction
Summer Picnics Level aa Nonfiction
We Go Camping Level aa Fiction
Yellow Level aa Nonfiction
All Kinds of Faces Level A Nonfiction
Athletes Level A Nonfiction
Baby Animals Level A Nonfiction
Bedtime Counting Level A Fiction
The Big Cat Level A Fiction
Bird Colors Level A Nonfiction
Bird Goes Home Level A Fiction
Building with Blocks Level A Fiction
Car Parts Level A Nonfiction
Carlos Counts Kittens Level A Fiction
Carlos Goes to School Level A Fiction
Clean, Not Clean Level A Fiction
The Forest Level A Nonfiction
Going Places Level A Nonfiction
Hot and Cold Level A Nonfiction
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If you notice your child needs help with thinking about sentence structure:
* Tell your child that when we read, it has to make sense and sound right.
* Ask your child, “Can we say it that way?” or “Is that the way we usually say that?” or “Does that sound right to you?”
* If your child doesn’t recognize that it should be read a different way, you can present them with two options: 1st read it the way your child read it and then read it the way it is intended to be read. Let your child choose which one is the most accurate way to read the phrase or sentence.
If you notice your child needs help with using the letters and the sounds they know to read a word:
*Show your child how you notice a part of a new word. You can use your pointer finger to cover part of the word and only show the part that is known or familiar. Show your child how you look at that smaller part you already knew and then thought about what the whole word can be.
* You can encourage your child to look for a part of the know to figure out a new word. You can encourage your child to use their fingers to cover up parts of the word to find a smaller known word, if that helps them.
* You can also ask your child to think about what they know that could help them.
* Ask your child if they know a word that starts and ends with the same letters as the word they are trying to figure out.
If your child needs help with understanding a book:
* Prompt your child to tell what the whole book is about. (Show them how to think about this by talking through how you would think about each part and/or significant event to tell about the whole book, if needed)
* From time to time, stop and ask questions such as, “what are you thinking?”, “what happened?” and “what do you think will happen next?”
* Ask your child, “How does the story go?” and “What was the problem in this story and how was it solved?”
* Demonstrate how you find information in the story (or pictures) to support your ideas about the story.
* Encourage your child to show you evidence in the book that show why they have an idea. You can prompt them by asking, “What makes you say that?”
* Ask your child “what picture did you have in your mind that helped you to think about what happened in this part of the story?”
* Encourage your child to think about something they know that would help them talk about what is happening in the story. Prompt them to use that to understand (the character, the situation, the mood of the story, the message, etc.)
* Connect the text to similar texts your child has read by talking about how they are similar and how they are different.
* Describe the structure of the book (how the book is organized: problem and solution, how-to, etc.) to help your child understand the book.
* Encourage your child to share big ideas about the book rather than small details.
If you want to help your child check their reading:
*Remind your child that when they read, it needs to make sense, sound right, and the word should match what they are saying.
* You could say, “It could be _____ but look at ____” or “That sounds right but does it look like what you would expect to see?”
* Encourage your child to use more information by saying things like:
-That makes sense, but does it sound right?
– That makes sense, but does that look like the word you just said?
* Prompt your child to use what is happening in the story (and/or pictures) to help.
* Encourage your child to think more about the story/picture/character to help them read a tricky part/word.
If your child needs help making corrections closer to where they read something incorrectly:
* You can show your child how as soon as you recognize that something doesn’t make sense or sound right, you fix it up. Share as much of your thinking as possible. Allow your child to ask questions about your thinking or the process.
* Encourage your child to talk about how they figured out the word by asking things like, “You fixed that word immediately. What helped you?”
If your child needs help with reading fluently:
*Tell your child that they need to listen to their reading and make it sound smooth.
* Encourage your child to put words together so it sounds like talking.
* Remind your child that they don’t need their finger – use their eyes.
* When you come to dialogue, prompt your child to say it like a character would say it.
* Say things like’ “this is a funny (scary, silly, etc.) part of the story, reread this and make your voice show that it is funny (scary, silly, etc.) at this part in the story”
If your child needs help sharing their ideas about a book:
* Ask your child what they thought about the story/text?
* Ask your child to find a part they thought was (funny, interesting, etc.) and encourage your child to describe why they feel that way. (character’s actions, theme, perspective, personal opinion)
* Ask your child what the author wants is to think/feel/believe about the story/character/information.
TOP books in English adapted by knowledge level
Why read in the original
- The more that you read, the more that you’ll know.
The more that you know, the more places you'll go. - Dr. Seuss
Any English-speaking child will confirm that Dr. Seuss does not give bad advice. If you love to read, but are afraid to start with a voluminous and full-bodied English novel, don't worry. Especially for educational purposes, publishing houses produce adapted books in English: for beginners, for the intermediate level, and so on. Yes, you will get a complete picture of the work of art a little later, but you can congratulate yourself on the first English book you read already starting from the Elementary level! nine0012
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1. Reading in English increases vocabulary
Reading in a foreign language enriches vocabulary, even if we ourselves do not realize it. Of course, in order to learn new vocabulary more effectively, it is better to read a book, writing out unfamiliar words and memorizing their translation. When choosing books to read, be guided by your learning goals: if you need colloquial speech, pay attention to modern “light” prose, but if you want to master special vocabulary, the most obvious advice is to read literature from the area of your professional interests. nine0012
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Reading improves spellingEnglish spelling is full of mysteries and surprises. The spelling of many words defies logic: you just have to memorize. And the best way to do this is to read more English-language literature so that the images of words are stored in memory.
3. Reading broadens one's horizons
E-books and blogs, news sites and social networking feeds: reading has reached a new level in the twenty-first century. A single information space makes it possible to learn about what is happening in the most remote corners of the world, to join the world's cultural and scientific heritage. nine0012
4. Reading in the original language boosts self-esteem
Listen to how you feel when you finish the last page of your first English novel: a wonderful feeling. “She reads Orwell in the original” sounds proud! Any psychologist will tell you that motivation is important when performing any task. So do not miss the opportunity to once again praise yourself, this one is not at all superfluous! :)
Reading English books in the original is not only useful, but also pleasant
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How to choose a book to read
- Choose adapted books in English for your level (see the list of recommended books for levels A2-C1 later in the article).
- Choose works according to your ability: start with short stories, gradually moving to larger literary forms.
- The more exciting the learning, the more effective it is: try to find books that are interesting for you. Detectives, thrillers, mysticism - or any other topic that awakens your imagination and makes you read the book to the end will do. nine0041
Children's books in English
If you know only a few hundred words in English, pay attention to children's literature: many children's books are also interesting for adults. In addition, children's literature, as a rule, is generously provided with illustrations, which helps to understand the plot.
Fun fact: the acclaimed children's writer Dr. Seuss, discussed earlier in our article, wrote his best book, The Cat in the Hat , using just 220 words. This list of the first children's words was compiled by the publisher, obliging the author to use them in his work: everything to earn the love of the target audience! nine0012
Free English-language children's books can be found on the Internet. For example, on the KidsWorldFun resource.
English comics
Like children's literature, comics are a great way to start reading in a new language. There are a great many genres of comics: there are comics for children, for adults, entertaining and educational.
- Free Online Comics Library
- Marvel Comics
- English grammar comics
Film scripts in English
One of the proven and effective methods of learning a new language, recommended by many polyglots, is to read books in the target language that are already familiar in translation. The same applies to film adaptations: it is useful to read the scripts of the films you have watched. Advantages: the context is known, the plot is clear, you can guess the meaning of new words in the course of the story.
- Movie Scripts and Screenplays
- 101 Greatest Screenplays nine0040 Awesome Film
Books in English about personal development and professional literature
Reading them kills two birds with one stone: you learn English vocabulary that is relevant to you and learn new things about a topic that is important to you. If you are keenly interested in something, why not read about it in English? Another advantage of such literature is that it is easier to read than fiction novels. The style is simpler, the vocabulary is limited to the topic under consideration.
Reading in English improves vocabulary
3 "life hacks" for beginning readers of English literature
It is not necessary to understand every word
Сontext is king (context is king)! If you have grasped the main idea of the story, that is enough. Moreover, if you understand everything you read, most likely you have taken a book of too low a level for yourself. Try to find such books where about 70% of the vocabulary will be familiar (the rest will have to be written out and learned).
Read aloud in English
It may seem strange, but reading has proven to be excellent for improving pronunciation and listening - if it is reading aloud. By reading aloud, you tune in to the sound range of the language being studied. However, it is important to work on pronunciation and in addition to reading, otherwise the incorrectly “guessed” pronunciation of a particular word may annoy you for years afterwards.
When reading in English, listen to audio books
When learning English, in which the same combination of letters can be pronounced in a dozen different ways, it is very important to pay attention to the correct pronunciation of new words. We have already written about the book + audiobook format: when reading an English-language book, you listen to its audio version, voiced by native English speakers. Very handy for learning pronunciation! nine0012
English books: read and listen
Books adapted for beginner, intermediate and advanced levels of English (A2-C1)
A2 level - elementary level
The Fisherman and His SoulOscar Wilde Level: elementary A piercing romantic tale of crazy love | |
Dracula - DraculaBram Stoker Level: elementary A chilling story of eternal love and eternal damnation: this is where all the vampire sagas of our time came from. | |
Million Pound Bank Note - The Million Pound Bank NoteMark Twain nine0011 Level: elementaryGenre: adventure, humor Volume: approx. 25000 characters English version: American A witty and instructive story about the adventures of a poor man with a million pound note in his pocket. | |
Mr.Bean in the city Bean In TownRichard Curtis Level: elementary Mr. Bean will always find adventure for his wild little head! The eccentric eccentric continues to amaze and amuse the reader. |
Books in English help develop vocabulary
Level B1 - threshold or intermediate (threshold or intermediate)
The Picture of Dorian GrayOscar Wilde Level: intermediate What is more important, the beauty of the face or the beauty of the soul? An incredible story about a beautiful mask and the terrible essence of a person. Mr. Grey, weren't you the prototype of the hero of "Fifty Shades of Grey"? .. | |
Appointment With Deathnine0011 Agatha Christie Level: Intermediate Christy, Poirot, detective. A must read! | |
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Three Men In a BoatJerome K. Jerome Level: Intermediate Three cheerful friends decided to go on a trip. What came of it - read in the original. Book: Three in a boat |
Read English books in the original
Intermediate English (intermediate, B1-B2)
The Curious Case of Benjamin ButtonF. Scott Fitzgerald Level: Intermediate A fantastic story about a man who "lived in reverse". But you probably already watched the movie? .. |
1984 George Orwell Level: intermediate A landmark work of English literature, which must be included in the reader's arsenal of every modern person. To not have to blush in a decent society. |
Gladiator - GladiatorDewey Gram Level: intermediate This book will tell about the difficult fate of the Roman gladiator. Here's someone who had a really hard job! |
Four Weddings and a FuneralRichard Curtis Level: intermediate The best way to know the culture of a people is to study their customs. A funny, touching, slightly frivolous book by Richard Curtis tells about the love between a British man and an American against the backdrop of four weddings and, alas, one funeral. Is there any hope for a happy ending? Read about it yourself. nine0012
Book: Four Weddings and a Funeral (1994) |
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B2 - intermediate-advanced level (vantage or upper intermediate)
Airport Arthur Hailey Level: upper-intermediate Disaster novel based on real events is fascinating even after half a century. Book: Airport |
The Talented Mr.Ripley RipleyPatricia Highsmith nine0011 Level: upper-intermediateGenre: detective, drama Volume: approx. 130000 characters English version: American Tom Ripley is a 25-year-old young man who grew up without parents in an atmosphere of hatred and fear. Is it any wonder that his attitude to the world and people is not distinguished by special tenderness? .. |
Tomes are a girl's best friend!
С1 - advanced level of English (advanced)
Jane Eyre Jane EyreCharlotte Bronte Level: advanced A classic English novel about the life of a poor orphan with remarkable strength of character, and about love that can overcome any adversity. A book dearly loved not only in England, but all over the world. |
Pride and PrejudiceJane Austen Level: advanced Elizabeth is one of five daughters of the noble but impoverished Bennett family. She is smart, beautiful, but will she be happy? When two single gentlemen move in next door, something new enters the lives of the Bennett girls: sighs, excitement, furtive glances, secret rendezvous. Will the object of her sighs appreciate the dignity of Elizabeth? Read on and you will find out for yourself. nine0012
Book: Pride and Prejudice |
Brave New WorldAldous Huxley Level: advanced Here is a dystopian novel: find out what it is by reading the book. nine0012 |
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Why is it important to read books in English
When we read, our brain works hard. Even the shortest, medium-sized article in the native language is a good warm-up for the human brain prone to idleness, accustomed to shirking and pretending to be busy.
And reading books in English is no longer just a warm-up for the brain, but a real strength training with bench press and the rest attached. In addition to the fact that reading itself increases memory capacity, develops communication skills and imagination, reading books in English is useful for the following reasons:
Vocabulary is increasing. Cramming foreign words is not a very effective exercise. But when we memorize words in context, we are more likely that at the right moment that very phrase or expression will pop up in our head. The more English words you see, the better - something will surely be remembered. How to do this simply and fun, we will tell a little later.
The passive vocabulary is activated. That set of phrases that you use constantly and remember which is not difficult for you is your active vocabulary. Reading will help bring the passive reserve into working condition - these are the phrases, words, expressions that gather dust on the mezzanines of your RAM. Thus, your speech will become more diverse, and the list of possible topics for conversation will expand significantly. nine0012
Writing skills develop. When we read, our visual memory turns on. It is she who is responsible for spelling - you remember how the English word is spelled correctly and automatically repeat it in the same form in writing.
Grammar is being pumped. For beginners to learn English, tenses and passive constructions of the language may not be given as much as they like, but once you start reading, you will not leave them a chance. Your brain "reads" grammatical structures from the text, and you absorb them more naturally. nine0012
Pronunciation improves. Pronunciation is often neglected. All forces are thrown at grammar and vocabulary, and the pronunciation remains “from rush visa lave”. It would be nice to take care of that right now. Reading English literature aloud will give you confidence in speaking. There are many books for beginners with additional audio materials on sale: after listening to the recording, try to repeat the intonation and nuances of pronunciation. Before you have time to look back, you will speak no worse than any "native". nine0012
Self-esteem increases. There is no feeling that can be compared to when you finish reading your first book in English. Pride in yourself and understanding that much in the world is inaccessible without knowing English can become a strong motivation from the first to the last page.
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How to read in English: life hacks
To keep the interest in reading in English at the very beginning, follow a few simple recommendations. These simple rules will help you make the reading process easier and more efficient.
1. The most important step is choosing the right book. Remember, a simple book does not mean at all - uninteresting. Here it is important to honestly assess your level and choose the appropriate book. It is better if the first book is as simple and understandable as possible - do not take up Ulysses right away, it is better that at the very beginning it was more interesting than difficult for you. Choose adapted literature for beginners - such books are specially published for those who begin to learn the language. They come with a translation, a dictionary and, sometimes, audio materials. Great book choice for first time readers! nine0012
2. Set a reading schedule. Who among us has not heard “better more often, but less than once a week, but two hours at once”? So, this really works. Read every day for 20 minutes - so you do not hate the book after the first hour and a half reading session, and the efficiency will only grow. Start a timer. At first, read strictly for no more than 20 minutes - this method will help you quickly move forward at your comfortable pace.
3. No dictionary. nine0121 If you have chosen the right book, and it fully corresponds to your level of English, there should be no need for a dictionary. Effective reading begins when the meaning of unfamiliar words is guessed from the context. Guess, guess, err, go back and guess again. But. None. Dictionaries.
4. Write out phrases, not single words. Memorize the whole phrase from the sentence, not individual words. From now on, context is your best friend. nine0012
5. Retell. This ancient practice goes back to the Druids and turns Elementary into Intermediate faster than an American can say a Russian tongue twister. After every 20 minutes of reading, summarize everything with a retelling.
6. Reinforce with listening. If the text is not only read, but also listened to, you will achieve maximum efficiency from the process. Get as much out of the book as possible.
New material is easier to learn when there is constant practice. Come to English language courses for teenagers and consolidate your knowledge in practice! nine0012
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List of the best books to read in English
You can read not only fiction. Reading articles, magazine columns, newspapers, and even user manuals is also helpful and effective. But for those who are just starting to learn English, it is better to opt for fiction.
Even if you are not a reader in principle, it will not be difficult for you to find a book for beginners that will be of any interest to you. The choice among fiction is great and inexhaustible: children's fairy tales, fantasy, detective stories, bestsellers, immortal classics, biographies, memoirs. nine0012
You need to progress in reading according to the level of the language: the higher the level, the more difficult the book. Start with an easy, adapted book, and when you feel ready to move on to more difficult books, choose from a variety of options according to your interests.
The variety of genres at the middle level is slightly higher than at the previous one. However, all the rules for effective reading at this level remain the same. The advanced level assumes that you are already "on you" with the chosen book, and you have access to the world of great literature. nine0012
Of course, there are a lot of rules and recommendations, but here's the most important thing: remember that reading is the most enjoyable and exciting way to learn a language. Don't treat books like hard work. Read with pleasure.
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Level of difficulty for beginners
There are many interesting books in English for beginners. Here are four books that you will definitely be interested in reading. nine0012
1. Anne of Green Gables by Lucy Maud Montgomery. "Anne of Green Gables", Lucy Maud Montgomery.
A novel by a Canadian writer about Ann "with two n": a red-haired girl adopted by a single brother and sister who live on a farm. Touching, exciting, full of funny and exciting moments, a book about love, honor, growing up, friendship. In total, three novels have been written about different periods of Anya's life: from the most tender childhood to blossoming maturity. By the way, Netflix released the series "Ann" based on the novel - it will be great to read the book first, and then watch the film adaptation. nine0012
Source: Anne of Green Gables
2. Tracey Beaker's Diary by Jacqueline Wilson. "Starring Tracy Beaker", Jacqueline Wilson.
Perhaps all the books of this writer deserve to be read. She writes about English teenagers, their problems, family relationships. Not only a child, but also any adult will find it useful and interesting to read Wilson with her sharp humor, sharp phrases and really related topics.
For a language beginner, Jacqueline Wilson's books are a real treat. Easy language, an abundance of colloquial phrases, idioms and a plot that you can't tear yourself away from. Tracey Beaker's diary is Jacqueline's star book. The quintessence of humor and unique author's style. By the way, based on Tracy Beaker, a series was shot, the characters of which speak in simple language. Try to read first, and then get acquainted with the film adaptation. nine0012
Source: Tracey Beaker's Diary
3. No such list is complete without Lewis Carroll and his Alice in Wonderland.
Find an edition of the book adapted for language learning according to the method of Ilya Frank - this is a text divided into paragraphs, accompanied by a translation and a dictionary. Alice is on the must-read list. Therefore, if you have only seen the film adaptation with Johnny Depp so far, then be sure to read it - you definitely won’t be bored.
Source: Alice in Wonderland
4. “Three men in a boat, not counting the dog”, Jerome. K. Jerome.
“Three Men in a Boat (To Say Nothing of the Dog)”, Jerome Klapka Jerome. This book is studied in the first years of linguistic faculties and, in general, it is clear why - easy, funny and very useful for the language. You will spend the whole story on the water surface of the Thames, in a boat with the main characters. Read, watch film adaptations - there are at least two of them. At the same time, you will find out how many heroes are still in the boat.
Source: Three in a boat, not counting the dog
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Intermediate
For Pre-Intermediate and Intermediate, the choice of books in English is much wider than for beginners.
5. Catcher in the Rye by Jerome Salinger. “The catcher in the Rye”, J.D. Salinger.
A cult item. A poignant, poignant story of Holden Colfid, a child of a lost generation. A rebellious teenager who doesn't feel at home anywhere, drops out of another school and sets off to wander around winter New York. nine0012
Gets into adventures, shares his thoughts, makes the reader fall in love with himself, because each of us is a bit of Holden Caulfield. Even the classic translation of The Catcher in the Rye does not half convey the Salinger atmosphere of the novel. Reading a book in English is worth at least for this amazing sense of belonging.
Source: Catcher in the Rye
6. On the Road, Jack Kerouac. "On the road", Jack Kerouac.
Novel-journey, endless hitchhiking across the USA in the early 50s. Together with the main character, you race along Route 60 in California, spend the night under the starry sky of Colorado, meet fellow writers in New York. It seems that you are about to arrive somewhere, and the journey will end, but it still continues. nine0012
Source: On the Road
7. Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone, J. Rowling. “Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone”, Joanne Rowling.
That's really who does not need ideas and descriptions. Lucky for someone who has not yet read Harry Potter, and this whole amazing tale is ahead of him. And if you have already read Potter from cover to cover in Russian, feel free to proceed with the book in English. There is nothing better than immersing yourself in your favorite fantasy world again.
Source: Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone
8. Thirteen Reasons Why by Jay Asher. “Thirteen Reasons Why”, Jey Asher.
The cult Netflix series is based on this novel. A story that raises topical social problems in the life of adolescents around the world. Fascinating, exciting, sometimes creepy, a book after which everyone will find something to think about.
Source: Thirteen Reasons Why
9. The Lord of the Rings Trilogy by John Tolkien. "The Lord of the Rings", J. R. R. Tolkien. nine0121 As in the case of Harry Potter - a great opportunity to get acquainted with the Tolkien universe for those who are not yet familiar with it. And devoted Tolkienists who have mastered English at the Intermediate level will be able to plunge into it again, but already in the “true” one - that is, the original version.
Source: The Lord of the Rings
10. The Devil Wears Prada by Lauren Weisberger.
“The Devil wears Prada”, L. Weisberger. It seems that everyone has seen the adaptation with Anne Hathaway and Meryl Streep. The book in English is full of modern vocabulary, interesting phrases, idioms and constructions that you will have to rack your brains over. After this book, you will have a wealth of language material that will come in handy in any conversation. nine0012
Source: The Devil Wears Prada
11. Gone with the Wind by Margaret Mitchell. “Gone with the wind”, Margaret Mitchell.
Immortal classic, epic novel about war, love and friendship. It is read in one breath, both in translation and in the original. If you still haven't heard about the brave Scarlett O'Hara, who "will think about everything tomorrow", then rather start reading.
Source: Gone with the Wind
12. One can often find classic detective stories in such lists. Not in vain The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes and Hercule Poirot. "Sherlock Holmes stories", Arthur Conan Doyle; "Hercule Poirot novels", Agatha Christie occupy a special place among adapted literature. In addition to the fact that you are probably already familiar with many plots, the simple style of presentation and the availability of a dictionary in adapted editions will add ease and pleasure.
Source: The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes
Advanced
If you are already a confident upper and you have more than one book in English behind you, start reading unadapted, difficult books.