Penguin readers level 1; the war of the worlds

by Hazel Geatches (Adapter), H.G. Wells

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 websiteExclusively with the print edition, readers can unlock online resources including a digital book, audio edition, lesson plans and answer keys.

64 pages, Paperback

Published February 2, 2023

Reviews

[Sarah]

I thought this was a well written adaptation. I’m not familiar with the original book but I found this adaptation easy to follow and I got a real sense of the destruction caused by the martians in a short book. The illustrations are well detailed. The book feels like it would be accessible for someone to read who is learning English. I also liked the glossary at the back of the book.