These French A2 graded readers are designed for Elementary learners who can understand frequently used expressions and communicate in simple, routine tasks. The stories use carefully calibrated vocabulary for the A2 CEFR level so you can enjoy reading while naturally expanding your French. A margin glossary on every page gives you instant translations — no need to reach for a separate dictionary. Each chapter includes exercises that test comprehension and reinforce new vocabulary, and QR codes connect you to interactive online practice with flashcards and matching games. Available as ebook, paperback, and hardcover.
About French
Where French is spoken
French is an official language in France and is widely used in Canada (especially Québec), Belgium, Switzerland, Luxembourg, and many countries in West and Central Africa and the Caribbean through the Francophonie.
How many people speak it
French has about 80 million native speakers and roughly 250–300 million total users including widespread second-language use in Africa and elsewhere.
Grammar and structure
French nouns and adjectives agree in gender and number; articles and partitive constructions are central. Verbs are conjugated for person, tense, and mood; compound past tenses (passé composé, imparfait) and the subjunctive are important milestones. Liaison and elision affect pronunciation and spelling awareness.
Best-rated French A2 graded readers
Ranked by average customer rating and number of reviews on our site. Every title below is a Pentecost graded reader: a simplified story at CEFR level with learning supports built in.
One moment you're bored, the next you're shrinking, growing, and facing a furious queen who screams 'Off with their heads!' Master A2 French vocabulary and grammar naturally, absorbing hundreds of real-world words as you navigate Wonderland's whimsical chaos. Integrated vocabulary support keeps you immersed.
Side glossary · In-book and online exercises
Your fortune on the line, a world to conquer in 80 days, and a detective convinced you're a thief. Master essential French vocabulary and grammar effortlessly, swept away by this thrilling global adventure. Integrated vocabulary support means you never break your reading flow.
Side glossary · In-book and online exercises
She swore she'd never marry him, but a shocking secret reveals his true heart. Absorb hundreds of A2 French words and phrases effortlessly, building vocabulary that sticks as you get lost in their timeless romance. Contextual definitions on every page keep you immersed, never breaking your reading flow.
Side glossary · In-book and online exercises
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.
Side glossary · In-book and online exercises
What Our Readers Say
Our French A2 graded readers collection includes titles such as Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland, Around the World in 80 Days, Pride and Prejudice and The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes. Every book comes with a margin dictionary, chapter exercises, and interactive online games.
Find the Right Level
Not sure if A2 is the right level for you? Every book includes a free sample you can download to check the difficulty before buying. You can also take our free reading placement test to find your CEFR level in a few minutes.
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.
