Intermediate – Graded Reading & Listening

A Halloween Ghost Story

Classic late-Victorian ghost story adapted for audio. A young couple move to the country. Every night they visit a beautiful local church. Inside there are two marble statues. Why do these statues frighten local people? And what is the secret of the broken marble finger? Adapted from Man Size in Marble (1893) E. Nesbit, writer…

October 30, 2024

What is Halloween? Is it a religious festival?

Hallowe’en or All-Hallows-Eve takes place on the night of 31 October. Hallow is the old English word for saint.

October 30, 2024

Fred & Rita: Modern Art

Fred and Rita visit a modern art gallery with their college. Fred is not impressed by Abstract Painting by Ad Reinhardt‘What’s it supposed to be? All I can see is black paint.’Fun reading worksheet at intermediate CEF A2

September 19, 2024

The Greatest Modern Inventor?

Was Thomas Edison the greatest modern inventor? Or did he take credit for the work of others. Short listening comprehension: Intermediate B1-2

August 2, 2024

Fun Facts About Our Bones

Ten Fun Facts About Bones – short slideshow with learning activities. English language level – lower intermediate

July 23, 2024

The Bell Ringer

A bishop needs a new bell ringer for the wedding of his niece. Listening materials for English language learners. With worksheets and ; answers. CER language level: A2/B1 upwards.

July 17, 2024

A Monkey Flies Right

Monkey business on plane arriving in New York. Short listening comprehension with worksheet. English language level B1/2

June 24, 2024

It’s raining cows in Washington

Cows raining from the sky? Strange news story with worksheet. English language level: B1

June 23, 2024

Which countries do not have official language?

Listening activity for upper intermediate – FCE, IELTs etc. With worksheet & answers English language level B1/2

June 21, 2024

Why does the USA not have an official language?

Listening activity for upper intermediate – FCE, IELTs etc. With worksheet & answers English language level B1/2

June 20, 2024

Category: Intermediate