Penguin Readers Level 4: Lion (ELT Graded Reader)

Penguin Readers is an ELT graded reader series for learners of English as a foreign language, featuring adapted text, illustrations, and language learning exercises. The eight levels follow the Common European Framework of Reference for language learning (CEFR), with exercises to practice grammar, vocabulary, and key exam skills. Level 4 Reader Lion is A2+ in the CEFR framework and tells the story of five-year-old Saroo, who gets on the wrong train in India and is taken thousands of miles to Kolkata. Readers can unlock online resources with the print edition.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 80 pages
Publication date: 08 September 2022
Publisher: Penguin Random House Children's UK

Penguin Readers is an ELT graded reader series designed for English language learners. It offers carefully adapted texts, new illustrations, and language learning exercises to enhance the reading experience. The print edition includes instructions to access supporting material online, making it a comprehensive resource for language learners.

The series encompasses a wide range of titles, including popular classics, exciting contemporary fiction, and thought-provoking non-fiction. These books introduce language learners to bestselling authors and captivating content, fostering a love for reading and expanding their vocabulary.

The eight levels of Penguin Readers align with the Common European Framework of Reference for language learning (CEFR). Each Reader includes exercises at the back to practice grammar, vocabulary, and key exam skills. Before, during, and after-reading questions test readers' story comprehension and develop vocabulary.

For example, Lion, a Level 4 Reader, is A2+ in the CEFR framework. The text comprises sentences with up to three clauses, introducing more complex uses of present perfect simple, passives, phrasal verbs, and simple relative clauses. It is well supported by illustrations, which appear regularly.

The story revolves around five-year-old Saroo, who mistakenly gets on the wrong train in India and is taken thousands of miles to the city of Kolkata. After months of living on the streets, he is adopted by a family in Australia. Many years later, Saroo decides to find his Indian family and embarks on a remarkable journey of self-discovery.

Exclusively with the print edition, readers can unlock online resources such as a digital book, audio edition, lesson plans, and answer keys. These additional materials provide further support and enhance the learning experience.

Penguin Readers is an excellent resource for language learners of all levels, helping them improve their reading skills, expand their vocabulary, and gain a deeper understanding of English literature and culture. Whether you are a beginner or an advanced learner, Penguin Readers has something to offer you.

Weight: 77g
Dimension: 198 x 129 x 6 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780241553343