Chapter Book · 2020

Artemis Fowl (ELT Graded Reader)

By Eoin Colfer

A young criminal targets armed fairies for their gold.

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96 pages

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Bookroo's summary

Twelve-year-old Artemis Fowl is no ordinary criminal mastermind. When he uncovers the secret world of fairies, he sets his sights on their vast gold reserves. But these fairies are armed and dangerous, ready to defend their treasure at any cost. As Artemis plots his heist, he must navigate a world where magic and cunning collide. Will his genius be enough to outsmart the formidable fairy forces, or will he find himself in over his head? Dive into a thrilling adventure where the stakes are high and nothing is as it seems.

From the publisher

Penguin Readers is an ELT graded reader series for learners of English as a foreign language. With carefully adapted text, new illustrations and language learning exercises, the print edition also includes instructions to access supporting material online. Titles include popular classics, exciting contemporary fiction, and thought-provoking non-fiction, introducing language learners to bestselling authors and compelling content. The eight levels of Penguin Readers follow the Common European Framework of Reference for language learning (CEFR). Exercises at the back of each Reader help language learners to practise grammar, vocabulary, and key exam skills. Before, during and after-reading questions test readers’ story comprehension and develop vocabulary. Visit the Penguin Readers website Exclusively with the print edition, readers can unlock online resources including a digital book, audio edition, lesson plans and answer keys. Artemis Fowl is twelve years old and he is a clever and dangerous criminal. He discovers that fairies have gold - a lot of gold - and he wants some of it. But these fairies are not the fairies you read about in children’s books. They are not sweet and friendly. They have guns, and they are ready to fight.

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