B1 Graded Readers

Choose B1 (Intermediate) 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 B1 graded reader

The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes in Russian at level B1 with dictionary

B1 🇷🇺 Russian

by Arthur Conan Doyle for English-speaking learners

Step into foggy Baker Street, where every shadow hides a secret and only one mind can unravel the truth. Master intermediate Russian naturally, immersed in Holmes's brilliant deductions and thrilling cases. Contextual notes clarify tricky grammar, keeping you immersed in the mystery....

Cover of The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes – Swedish B1 graded reader

The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes in Swedish at level B1 with dictionary

B1 🇸🇪 Swedish

by Arthur Conan Doyle for English-speaking learners

A baffling mystery unfolds in foggy Victorian London. Can you solve it before Holmes? Master B1 Swedish effortlessly, absorbing hundreds of real-world words as you follow his brilliant deductions. A margin dictionary keeps you immersed, never breaking your reading flow....

Cover of The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes – Italian B1 graded reader

The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes in Italian at level B1 with dictionary

B1 🇮🇹 Italian

by Arthur Conan Doyle for English-speaking learners

A stolen jewel, a baffling murder, a secret that could ruin a reputation. Can you unravel the mystery before Holmes does? Immerse yourself in classic tales, absorbing B1 Italian vocabulary and grammar effortlessly as you follow every clue....

Cover of The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes – Portuguese B1 graded reader

The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes in Portuguese at level B1 with dictionary

B1 🇵🇹 Portuguese

by Arthur Conan Doyle for English-speaking learners

A baffling mystery unfolds in foggy Victorian London, a case only Sherlock Holmes can crack. Absorb hundreds of real-world Portuguese words and phrases effortlessly, building B1 vocabulary that sticks as you follow every twist....

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The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes in French at level B1 with dictionary

B1 🇫🇷 French

by Arthur Conan Doyle for English-speaking learners

The gaslight flickers, a cryptic note arrives, and a baffling case unfolds in foggy Victorian London. Can you deduce the truth? Master intermediate French vocabulary and grammar, absorbing it naturally as you solve crimes alongside the master detective. A margin dictionary means you never break your reading flow....

Cover of The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes – German B1 graded reader

The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes in German at level B1 with dictionary

B1 🇩🇪 German

by Arthur Conan Doyle for English-speaking learners

A stolen jewel, a baffling murder, a secret whispered in the foggy London streets – can you unravel the clues before Holmes does? Absorb B1 German vocabulary and grammar naturally, mastering every twist and turn of the case without ever feeling like you're studying. Contextual notes clarify tricky phrases, keeping you immersed in the thrilling pursuit of truth....

Cover of Anne of Green Gables – Spanish B1 graded reader

Anne of Green Gables in Spanish at level B1 with dictionary

B1 🇪🇸 Spanish

by Lucy Maud Montgomery for English-speaking learners

Imagine being sent to a new home, only to find they wanted a boy. Can Anne's fiery spirit and vivid imagination win over a skeptical family? Absorb hundreds of real-world Spanish words and phrases naturally, building vocabulary that sticks as you get lost in Anne's world. A margin dictionary means you never break your reading flow....

Cover of The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes – Spanish B1 graded reader

The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes in Spanish at level B1 with dictionary

B1 🇪🇸 Spanish

by Arthur Conan Doyle for English-speaking learners

A stolen jewel, a baffling murder, a whisper of scandal in foggy London – can you unravel the mystery before Holmes does? Absorb hundreds of real-world Spanish words and phrases naturally, lost in Holmes's brilliant deductions. Contextual footnotes clarify tricky phrases, keeping you immersed....

What Makes a Good B1 Graded Reader?

At B1 (Intermediate), learners can understand the main points of clear standard input on familiar topics. 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. B1 graded readers are available across multiple languages, in ebook, paperback, and hardcover formats.

What Our Readers Say

Our B1 graded readers collection includes titles such as Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland, Around the World in Eighty Days, Around the World in 80 Days, Pride and Prejudice, Little Women, 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.