Foreign Language Graded Reader 1.5

Foreign Language Graded Reader 1.5

Papertrell – Freeware – iOS
out of 26 votes
Latest Version
1.5
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Teach Yourself Short Stories by Olly Richards offers a curated series of graded readers tailored for adult and young adult language learners. The collection features eight captivating short stories suitable for beginners, high-beginners, and intermediate learners in French, Italian, German, Spanish, Russian, and English.

Each reader within the series aims to deliver a sense of accomplishment and progress, ensuring an enjoyable learning experience. The carefully crafted foreign language readers provide:

  • Eight engaging stories spanning various genres, from science fiction to crime and history to thriller, to make the learning process dynamic and enriching
  • Controlled language usage at your proficiency level, incorporating the 1000 most common words to boost your confidence
  • Authentic dialogues to enhance conversational skills and fluency
  • Easily accessible grammar explanations for a seamless acquisition of new structures
  • Vocabulary lists for quick reference without disrupting the reading flow
  • Chapter summaries and comprehension questions to aid in plot comprehension and story understanding
  • An emphasis on enjoyment and fun as integral components of effective language learning

The Beginners collection caters to students ranging from high-beginner to low-intermediate levels (A2-B1 on the Common European Framework of Reference), while the Intermediate collection targets low-intermediate to intermediate learners (B1-B2). Additionally, prospective readers have the option to sample a story before committing to the full collection.

These short stories not only entertain but also serve as valuable self-study tools or supplementary classroom materials. For educators interested in utilizing this content with their students, further information can be obtained by contacting learningsolutions@teachyourself.com.

Expert endorsements underline the effectiveness of Olly Richards' approach:

"As researchers in language acquisition, we need to study people like [Olly Richards]."
- Stephen Krashen, Emeritus Professor, University of Southern California

"Olly's advice on language learning is the real deal, and I recommend you pay attention to what he has to say!"
- Benny Lewis, Fluent in 3 Months

"Olly bridges the gap between theory and practice by helping you use scientific principles to get real results with your language learning."
- Anthony Metivier, Magnetic Memory Method

Overview

Foreign Language Graded Reader is a Freeware software in the category Education developed by Papertrell.

The latest version of Foreign Language Graded Reader is 1.5, released on 03/26/2024. It was initially added to our database on 03/26/2024.

Foreign Language Graded Reader runs on the following operating systems: iOS.

Users of Foreign Language Graded Reader gave it a rating of 4 out of 5 stars.

Pros

  • Offers a wide range of foreign language graded readers to choose from, catering to different proficiency levels and interests
  • Interactive features such as audio recordings, vocabulary lists, and comprehension exercises help enhance learning and retention
  • Convenient access to digital versions of the readers allows for flexibility in studying on various devices
  • Ability to track progress and bookmark favorite passages for easy reference
  • Encourages language learners to practice reading and comprehension skills in an engaging way

Cons

  • May require a subscription or purchase of individual graded readers, which can be costly for some users
  • Some users may prefer physical copies of books over digital versions for language learning
  • The interactive features may be distracting for some learners who prefer a more traditional reading experience
  • Not all languages or proficiency levels may be available, limiting options for certain learners

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