Classic Story Adapted for Young English Learners

Follow the heartwarming story of Heidi, a young girl who goes to live with her grandfather in the mountains. She loves her new life in nature, but when she moves to Frankfurt for school, she struggles to find happiness away from home. This timeless tale is retold in a way that is simple, engaging, and perfect for English learners.

Why Choose Ladybird Readers: Heidi?

The Ladybird Readers series is written for children aged 4+ who are learning English as a foreign or second language. Each title aligns with the CEFR framework (Pre-A1 to A2+) and supports preparation for the Cambridge English: Young Learners (YLE) exams.

In this Level 4 Reader (A2 CEFR), children will:

• Enjoy an adapted retelling of Heidi with accessible language.

• Read longer texts with up to three clauses per sentence.

• Explore past and future tense structures, modal verbs, and conjunctions.

• Reinforce skills through engaging activities that build vocabulary and comprehension.

Perfect for Parents and Teachers

Beautiful illustrations and carefully structured text encourage independent reading. This book helps learners develop confidence in English and prepares them for the YLE Flyers exam.

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Key Features

• Retelling of Heidi for young English learners

• Supports CEFR A2 and Cambridge YLE Flyers exam prep

• Activities that build vocabulary and comprehension

• Rich illustrations to support understanding

• Suitable for classroom and home learning