Ladybird Readers Level 2 The Nutcracker (ELT Graded Reader)

<p><b>Ladybird Readers </b>is an <b>ELT graded reader </b>series for <b>children aged 3­-11 learning English </b>as a foreign or second language. The series includes traditional tales, favourite characters, modern stories and non-fiction. <b>Written by</b> <b>experts</b>, it uses <b>proven methods</b> to help children learn English and grasp key grammar and vocabulary points. <br></p><ul><li>Perfect for learning English <b>in school</b> or <b>at home</b></li><li>Develops <b>reading, writing, speaking, listening </b>and<b> critical thinking </b>skills</li><li>Features much-loved characters and authors such as <b>Peter Rabbit</b>, <b>Peppa Pig,</b> <b>Roald Dahl </b>and <b>Eric Carle </b></li><li><b>Eight levels</b> follow the Common European Framework of Reference for language learning (<b>CEFR</b>)</li><li>Language activities in every book provide preparation for the <b>Cambridge English</b> <b>Pre-A1 to A2 </b>(YLE) tests</li><li>Features <b>free online resources</b> including <b>audio, answer keys, lesson plans </b>and<b> tips for parents</b></li></ul><p>The Nutcracker, a <b>Level 2 </b>Reader, is A1 in the CEFR framework and includes practice for the Cambridge English A1 Movers tests. Short sentences contain a maximum of two clauses, introducing the past tense and some simple adverbs.<br><br><i>It is Christmas. The toymaker gives Clara a present. The present is the Nutcracker! Clara has a dream. She flies to Candy Land and meets the Sugarplum Fairy!</i><br><br><b>Visit the Ladybird Education website </b>for more information.</p>