Oscar Wilde - Young King & Other Stories
Penguin Readers Level 3 (1200 words)
Strange and wonderful things happen in the seven short stories in this book. Who is the Young King? Why is it always winter in The Giant’s Garden? A book of fairytales, but one that will appeal to all ages. Oscar Wilde opens up a world of witches, mermaids and monsters but who all have very human feelings.
King Arthur & the Knights of the Round Table Penguin Readers Level 2 (600 words) The story of King Arthur is one of the most famous legends in England. A wonderful tale of the days of chivalry and the exciting adventures of Sir Gawain, Sir Galahad and the other knights of the Round Table.
The Penguin Readers Teacher’s Guide: Placement Tests have been designed to provide teachers with a quick and effective way of deciding whether students are ready to enjoy the next level of Penguin Readers. There are six levels of test, corresponding to levels 1–6 of the Penguin Readers.There are two tests at each level, the B Test providing a follow-up for re-testing in the event of the majority of the class not obtaining the requisite score. Each test is in multiple-choice format and so can be given and marked very quickly to aid a prompt decision.
Stephen King - Misery
Penguin Readers Level 6 (3000 words)
Paul Sheldon is Annie Wilkes' favourite writer. She loves all his books about Misery Chastain. When she finds Paul injured after a car crash and takes him home she learns that he has decided to end the series by killing off Misery. Soon Paul's biggest fan turns into his biggest enemy and his nightmare begins… By the master of horror, Stephen King, this will keep you on the edge of your seat!
Gladiator Penguin Readers Level 4 (1700 words) American English General Maximus is admired by his men and by the Emperor Marcus Aurelius. But when the Emperor's son murders his way to the throne, Maximus goes into exile. He is captured by slave traders and forced to fight as a gladiator. When the Emperor arranges a gladiator spectacle, Maximus' chance for revenge has come. A spectacular epic film of courage and revenge depicting the splendours and cruelties of ancient Rome directed by Ridley Scott and starring Russell Crowe.
Gladiator 
