The Summer I Turned Pretty (ELT Graded Reader): Penguin Readers. Level 3

Penguin Readers is a series designed for learners who are studying English as an additional language. This collection features texts that have been carefully modified for language learning, enriched with new illustrations and exercises to enhance language skills. The print version comes with guidance on how to access complementary online resources. This series spans popular classic literature, modern fiction, and engaging non-fiction, offering insights into the works of bestselling authors while providing captivating material. The Penguin Readers are categorized into eight levels according to the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR) for languages. In addition to the main story, each Reader contains exercises focused on practicing grammar, vocabulary, and essential exam techniques. Questions are strategically placed before, during, and after reading to assess comprehension and expand vocabulary. For instance, "The Summer I Turned Pretty," a Level 3 Reader, aligns with the A2 level of the CEFR. It includes sentences composed of up to three clauses, introducing the first conditional, past continuous, and present perfect simple tense. The narrative is supported by illustrations spread throughout the book. In this story, Belly annually visits a beach house with her mother and brother, where Susannah and her two sons, Jeremiah and Conrad, spend their summer. Belly has always had feelings for Conrad, despite his seeing her more like a sibling. However, this summer she is 15, and everything changes as she blossoms into her own. The Penguin Readers website offers a wealth of digital resources, such as e-books, audio versions, lesson plans, and answer sheets, accessible exclusively with the purchase of the print version.