The Extraordinary Life of Steve Jobs: Penguin Readers. Level 2

Penguin Readers is a series designed for learners of English as a foreign language, featuring graded readers aligned with ELT standards. Each title in the series is carefully updated with new illustrations and language exercises, offering a comprehensive learning experience that extends to online resources. This includes access to digital books, audio versions, lesson plans, and answer keys. The collection spans various genres, from timeless classics to modern fiction and insightful non-fiction, showcasing works by popular authors. There are eight levels corresponding with the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR) for languages, ensuring suitable progression in language skills for learners. Exercises provided at the end of each book bolster grammar, vocabulary, and exam strategies, while before, during, and after-reading questions aim to enhance readers' understanding and language use. An example from the series, "The Extraordinary Life of Steve Jobs," is a Level 2 Reader rated A1+ on the CEFR scale. Its sentences incorporate no more than two clauses and introduce future tenses such as 'will' and 'going to,' as well as the present continuous for future meanings, plus comparisons. Illustrations support the text throughout. Steve Jobs, recognized for his innovative prowess and business acumen, revolutionized technology with his computers, tablets, and iPods. Despite his challenging personality, his unique worldview led to groundbreaking ideas.