Penguin Readers Level 4: Clouds Over California (ELT Graded Reader) - Karyn Parsons - książka

In the Penguin Readers series, language learners are introduced to the works of bestselling authors and engaging narratives through well-crafted texts, new illustrations, language practice activities, and additional online resources. The collection features a range of works from beloved classics and thrilling contemporary fiction to thought-provoking non-fiction pieces. One of the titles, "Clouds Over California," is categorized as a Level 4 Reader, fitting the A2+ level of the CEFR framework. The text includes sentences with up to three clauses and explores more complex aspects such as the present perfect simple tense, passive voice, phrasal verbs, and simple relative clauses, all complemented by frequent illustrations.

"Clouds Over California" tells the story of eleven-year-old Stevie and the transformative experiences that unfold when her older cousin comes to visit. Set against the backdrop of the 1970s, the narrative also delves into significant events in the United States that ushered in changes for women and Black individuals.