A2 Graded Readers

Choose A2 (Elementary) graded readers with a built-in glossary and exercises. Available in multiple languages as ebook, paperback, and hardcover.

28 books

Every book is available as an e-book (EPUB and PDF) and as a paperback.

28 books found

Cover of The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes – Russian A2 graded reader

The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes in Russian at level A2 with dictionary

A2 🇷🇺 Russian

by Arthur Conan Doyle for English-speaking learners

The gaslight flickers, a shadow falls, and a baffling mystery lands on Baker Street. Master A2 Russian vocabulary and grammar effortlessly as you help Holmes crack the case, absorbing hundreds of real-world words. A margin dictionary means you never break your reading flow....

Cover of The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes – Swedish A2 graded reader

The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes in Swedish at level A2 with dictionary

A2 🇸🇪 Swedish

by Arthur Conan Doyle for English-speaking learners

The gaslight flickers, a shadow falls, and a new mystery unfolds on Baker Street. Can you deduce the truth? Absorb A2 Swedish vocabulary and grammar naturally, building real-world fluency as you solve cases alongside Holmes. A margin dictionary keeps you immersed, never breaking your reading flow....

Cover of The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes – Italian A2 graded reader

The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes in Italian at level A2 with dictionary

A2 🇮🇹 Italian

by Arthur Conan Doyle for English-speaking learners

A baffling mystery unfolds, a life hangs in the balance. Can you piece together the clues before Holmes reveals all? Master essential Italian vocabulary and grammar naturally, immersed in Holmes's thrilling world. Integrated vocabulary support means you never break your reading flow....

Cover of The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes – Portuguese A2 graded reader

The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes in Portuguese at level A2 with dictionary

A2 🇵🇹 Portuguese

by Arthur Conan Doyle for English-speaking learners

A stolen jewel, a baffling clue, and a whisper of scandal in Victorian London – can you crack the case before Sherlock Holmes does? Unlock Portuguese naturally, absorbing hundreds of real-world words and building essential A2 grammar as you dive into each thrilling mystery....

Cover of The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes – French A2 graded reader

The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes in French at level A2 with dictionary

A2 🇫🇷 French

by Arthur Conan Doyle for English-speaking learners

Step into foggy Victorian London, where every shadow hides a secret and only one mind can connect the clues. Absorb hundreds of real-world French words and build vocabulary that sticks, effortlessly mastering A2 French through thrilling deduction....

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The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes in German at level A2 with dictionary

A2 🇩🇪 German

by Arthur Conan Doyle for English-speaking learners

The game is afoot! Can you deduce the culprit before Sherlock Holmes reveals all? Master A2 German vocabulary and grammar, absorbing it naturally as you join Holmes on his thrilling cases. A built-in margin dictionary keeps you immersed, never breaking your deductive flow....

Cover of Anne of Green Gables – Spanish A2 graded reader

Anne of Green Gables in Spanish at level A2 with dictionary

A2 🇪🇸 Spanish

by Lucy Maud Montgomery for English-speaking learners

Her hair turned green, her temper flared, but Anne's heart always yearned for belonging. You'll absorb hundreds of real-world Spanish words and phrases, building vocabulary that sticks as you get lost in Anne's unforgettable story....

Cover of The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes – Spanish A2 graded reader

The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes in Spanish at level A2 with dictionary

A2 🇪🇸 Spanish

by Arthur Conan Doyle for English-speaking learners

The gas lamps flicker, a secret whispers through Victorian London, and only Sherlock Holmes can uncover the truth. Master A2 Spanish vocabulary and grammar, effortlessly absorbing new words as you get lost in his thrilling cases....

What Makes a Good A2 Graded Reader?

At A2 (Elementary), learners can understand frequently used expressions and communicate in simple, routine tasks. Our graded readers for this CEFR level use controlled vocabulary and clear sentence structures so you can follow the story comfortably while absorbing new words in context — the core principle of comprehensible input. Each book includes a margin glossary with translations, meaning you read without interruptions. Every chapter ends with vocabulary and comprehension exercises, and QR codes take you to online flashcards and matching games built on spaced repetition. A2 graded readers are available across multiple languages, in ebook, paperback, and hardcover formats.

What Our Readers Say

Our A2 graded readers collection includes titles such as Little Women, Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland, Around the World in Eighty Days, Around the World in 80 Days, Pride and Prejudice, The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes and Anne of Green Gables. Every book comes with a margin dictionary, chapter exercises, and interactive online games.

Find the Right Level

Not sure which level to choose? Download a free sample from any book to check the difficulty, or take our free reading placement test to find your CEFR level.

Why Graded Readers Work

Research confirms that extensive reading is one of the most effective methods for building vocabulary, improving reading fluency, and developing overall language proficiency. Graded readers make this approach accessible by matching text difficulty to your CEFR level, so you stay in the optimal learning zone. Learn more about the science behind our approach on the Pentecost Method page.