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 Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland – Russian B1 graded reader

Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland in Russian at level B1 with dictionary

B1 🇷🇺 Russian

by Lewis Caroll for English-speaking learners

Imagine falling into a world where logic bends and a queen screams 'Off with their heads!' Master intermediate Russian vocabulary and grammar naturally, getting lost in a story where every turn is a linguistic adventure. A margin dictionary means you never break your reading flow....

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Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland in French at level B1 with dictionary

B1 🇫🇷 French

by Lewis Caroll for English-speaking learners

What if your next French lesson plunged you into a world of mad tea parties, grinning cats, and a queen who screams 'Off with their heads!'? Absorb hundreds of B1 French words and phrases effortlessly as you follow Alice's bizarre journey, building vocabulary that truly sticks....

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Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland in Spanish at level B1 with dictionary

B1 🇪🇸 Spanish

by Lewis Caroll for English-speaking learners

Tumble down the rabbit hole into a world where logic is a myth and a queen screams 'Off with their heads!' Master intermediate Spanish vocabulary and grammar, effortlessly absorbing the language through Alice's bizarre adventures. Contextual notes clarify tricky phrases, keeping you immersed in the story....

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Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland in German at level B1 with dictionary

B1 🇩🇪 German

by Lewis Caroll for English-speaking learners

Tumble down the rabbit hole into a world where logic bends, cats grin, and queens demand heads. Absorb hundreds of B1 German words and phrases naturally, building comprehension effortlessly as you follow Alice's bizarre journey. A margin dictionary means you never break your reading flow....

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Around the World in Eighty Days in Icelandic at level B1 with dictionary

B1 🇮🇸 Icelandic

by Jules Verne for English-speaking learners

The clock is ticking. Your fortune and freedom hang in the balance as you race across continents, wrongly accused. Master B1 Icelandic vocabulary and grammar naturally, without textbooks, as you get lost in this timeless journey. A margin dictionary means you never break your reading flow....

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Around the World in Eighty Days in Japanese at level B1 with dictionary

B1 🇯🇵 JP

by Jules Verne for English-speaking learners

A fortune on the line, a relentless detective on your heels, and only eighty days to race around the world. Master intermediate Japanese vocabulary and grammar, effortlessly absorbing new words as you race across continents. A margin dictionary keeps you immersed, so you never break your reading flow....

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Around the World in Eighty Days in Dutch at level B1 with dictionary

B1 🇳🇱 Dutch

by Jules Verne for English-speaking learners

Your fortune hangs in the balance, a detective is hot on your trail, and the world must be circumnavigated in just 80 days. Can you beat the clock? Master B1 Dutch vocabulary and grammar, effortlessly absorbing the language while lost in this thrilling adventure. A built-in margin dictionary ensures you never break your reading flow....

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Around the World in Eighty Days in Danish at level B1 with dictionary

B1 🇩🇰 DK

by Jules Verne for English-speaking learners

Your fortune hangs in the balance as you race against time, outsmarting detectives and dodging peril across continents. Master B1 Danish naturally, building vocabulary and comprehension as you follow Fogg's incredible journey. A margin dictionary means you never break your reading flow....

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Around the World in 80 Days in Chinese at level B1 with dictionary

B1 🇨🇳 Chinese

by Jules Verne for English-speaking learners

The clock is ticking. A fortune hangs in the balance as you race across continents, pursued by a relentless detective. Absorb hundreds of real-world B1 Chinese words and phrases, building vocabulary that sticks effortlessly as you follow Fogg's daring quest. A built-in margin dictionary keeps you immersed, never breaking your reading flow....

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Around the World in 80 Days in Swedish at level B1 with dictionary

B1 🇸🇪 Swedish

by Jules Verne for English-speaking learners

A gentleman's impossible wager ignites a global chase, with a detective hot on his heels. Absorb B1 Swedish vocabulary and grammar naturally, mastering hundreds of real-world words as you race across continents. Contextual definitions in the margins keep your reading flow unbroken....

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Around the World in 80 Days in Russian at level B1 with dictionary

B1 🇷🇺 Russian

by Jules Verne for English-speaking learners

Bet your fortune on a global dash against time, with a relentless detective on your trail and a princess to rescue. Absorb hundreds of real-world Russian words and phrases effortlessly, building B1 vocabulary that sticks as you follow Fogg's incredible journey....

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Around the World in 80 Days in German at level B1 with dictionary

B1 🇩🇪 German

by Jules Verne for English-speaking learners

Can you outrun a detective across continents, rescue a princess, and win a fortune in just 80 days? Absorb German naturally while lost in this thrilling adventure, building B1 vocabulary that sticks effortlessly. A margin dictionary means you never break your reading flow....

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Around the World in 80 Days in Spanish at level B1 with dictionary

B1 🇪🇸 Spanish

by Jules Verne for English-speaking learners

A gentleman's wager, a global dash, and a detective hot on your trail. Absorb hundreds of real-world Spanish words effortlessly as you follow Fogg's thrilling journey. A margin dictionary keeps you immersed, never breaking your reading flow....

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Around the World in 80 Days in Norwegian at level B1 with dictionary

B1 🇳🇴 Norwegian

by Jules Verne for English-speaking learners

Bet your fortune on an impossible race against time, with a relentless detective hot on your heels. Absorb intermediate Norwegian naturally, building vocabulary that sticks as you follow Fogg's incredible adventure. A margin dictionary means you never break your reading flow....

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Around the World in 80 Days in Portuguese at level B1 with dictionary

B1 🇵🇹 Portuguese

by Jules Verne for English-speaking learners

The clock is ticking. Your fortune, and freedom, depend on a daring dash across continents, but a detective is hot on your heels. Absorb B1 Portuguese naturally as you race with Fogg, building vocabulary that sticks without breaking your reading flow thanks to integrated definitions....

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Around the World in 80 Days in Italian at level B1 with dictionary

B1 🇮🇹 Italian

by Jules Verne for English-speaking learners

A gentleman bets his fortune on a global dash, but a relentless detective believes he's a bank robber, hot on his heels. Absorb hundreds of real-world Italian words and phrases effortlessly, building B1 vocabulary that sticks through this unforgettable global dash....

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Around the World in 80 Days in French at level B1 with dictionary

B1 🇫🇷 French

by Jules Verne for English-speaking learners

The clock is ticking. Can you outrun a detective, navigate perilous lands, and circumnavigate the globe in just 80 days? Absorb hundreds of real-world French words and phrases naturally, building B1 vocabulary that sticks effortlessly. Integrated glossaries ensure you never lose your place or your confidence....

Cover of Pride and Prejudice – French B1 graded reader

Pride and Prejudice in French at level B1 with dictionary

B1 🇫🇷 French

by Jane Austen for English-speaking learners

She thought him arrogant, he found her impertinent. Can love truly bloom from such fierce disdain? Absorb hundreds of real-world French words and phrases effortlessly as you get lost in their timeless romance. Margin definitions keep you immersed, never breaking your reading flow....

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Pride and Prejudice in Spanish at level B1 with dictionary

B1 🇪🇸 Spanish

by Jane Austen for English-speaking learners

Her heart pounded with indignation, convinced he was the proudest, most arrogant man she’d ever met. Master B1 Spanish vocabulary and grammar, effortlessly, as you witness a timeless romance unfold. Contextual notes clarify tricky phrases, keeping you immersed in the drama....

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Little Women in Spanish at level B1 with dictionary

B1 🇪🇸 Spanish

by Louisa May Alcott for English-speaking learners

Feel the yearning for freedom, the sting of first love, and the quiet sorrow of loss through the eyes of four unforgettable sisters. Immerse yourself in their world and absorb B1 Spanish naturally, building vocabulary and confidence effortlessly. A margin dictionary means you never break your reading flow....

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.