True Stories? – Graded Reading & Listening

Did Thomas Edison invent the modern world?

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

March 20, 2025

The Man who Fell to Earth

In 1928 the tycoon Alfred Loewenstein fles from London to Brussels. He never arrives

March 19, 2025

Lucky Brake For Car Thief?

Car thief has opportunity to steal Nissan. Is this his lucky break? Listening comprehension with extension reading and vocabulary activities. English language level – intermediate

August 2, 2024

The Strange Death of President Garfield

When US President Garfield is shot in 1881 he receives the best medical treatment available. It probably killed him. Listening with worksheet. English language level B1-2

July 22, 2024

There goes the Bridegroom!

Very unwelcome guest disrupts wedding. Reading and listening materials for English language learners. With worksheets and ; answers. CER language level: A2/B1 upwards.

May 9, 2024

Wild Wheelchair Ride

A man in a wheelchair is crossing the road. A lorry turns the corner. The driver does not see the wheelchair….

February 2, 2021