Intermediate – Page 3 – Graded Reading & Listening

What happened on the Mary Celeste?

In 1871 the Mary Celeste set off from New York to deliver wine to Europe. Two weeks later a deserted ship was found drifting in the sea. The captain and the crew had disappeared…

May 5, 2024

Treasure Island

Classic Robert Louis Stevenson adventure story adapted for English language learners. With audio, presentations, worksheets etc. English language level: low intermediate (B1)

May 4, 2024

The Long Black Veil

Folk song about murder, love, loss, betrayal & a ghost! Listening comprehension (3 minutes/verses). Language level – intermediate B1-2

April 17, 2024

Around the World in 80 Days

Around the World in 80 Days (1873) Phileas Fogg’s classic adventure. Adapted for English language learners (lower intermediate level: A2-B1)

February 20, 2024

Bride Comes to Yellow Sky

Classic story about the wild west. Language level – intermediate B1-2

December 25, 2023

Words Shakespeare Invented

How many words did William Shakespeare introduce to the English language? Short listening quiz.

November 6, 2023

Football Rules (A2/B1)

Modern football started in English schools. The rules were written in an exercise book in a London pub. Reading and listening comprehension – English language level: A2-B1

September 20, 2023

Beware of the Parrot

The dog is not dangerous but the parrot…

February 25, 2023

Cow Crash (B1)

This story happened in Cambodia. 1. What is the capital of Cambodia?

February 23, 2023

Whistle and I’ll Come to You, My Lad

Whistle and I Will Come to You is a classic English ghost story by M.R James. Adapted for audio with linked text & learning activities.

February 11, 2023

Category: Intermediate