ESL Reading

English language learning materials for students & teachers

English language teaching & learning resources

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Reading Materials

Scary Stories
E-readers
True Stories?
The Prisoner of Zenda
Young Learners
The Signalman
The Big Match

Reading Skills

About Readers
Guide
Writing a reader
Extensive Reading
Readers in the Classroom
How do I make text easier to read?
Is the Internet improving literacy?

Texts graded by vocabulary, grammar and readability.
Beginners (IELTS score: 1-2) Common European Framework A1
Elementary (IELTS score:3/TOEFL IBT Score: 32-42) Common European Framework A1/2
Pre-Intermediate (IELTS score:3.5/TOEFL IBT Score: 43-51) Common European Framework A2/B1
Intermediate (IELTS score:4.5/TOEFL IBT Score: 51-61) Common European Framework B1/2
Upper Intermediate (IELTS score:5-6/TOEFL IBT Score: 62-91) Common European Framework B2
Advanced (IELTS score:6.5-7/TOEFL IBT Score: 92-112) Common European Framework C1
Proficiency (IELTS score:7.5-9/TOEFL IBT Score: 113-120) Common European Framework C2

To find your level try the (CEF) assessment here and/or the International House Placement test
ELT materials are designed for online & classroom use. They include
- Original stories & simplified versions of classic texts.
- Short texts with reading comprehension
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Accessible reading and print-friendly options
- Grading accord to the Common European Framework (see Levels)
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glossary & learning activities including Crosswords & Quizzes
- Links to
fun audio-visual materials

The Editor

Kieran McGovern has been described as being 'amongst the best writers of language learner materials in English’. He edits English Language FAQ & blogs regularly for the BBC World Service Learning English Blog, & Macmillan Dictionary & the OUP ELT Global.

Wonderful materials for English language learners!! Ms Fann, ESL teacher, Nashville, USA

Brilliant work done by Kieran McGovern at @eslreading Slightly envious... OK, very envious but at least the man shares willingly. Tweet: @sjoes 7 December 2011