The Nutcracker - Ladybird Readers - Level 2

It is Christmas. The toymaker gives Clara a present. The present is the Nutcracker! Clara has a dream. She flies to Candy Land and meets the Sugarplum Fairy!

The Nutcracker, a Level 2 Reader, is A1 in the CEFR framework and includes practice for the Cambridge English A1 Movers tests. Short sentences contain a maximum of two clauses, introducing the past tense and some simple adverbs.

Ladybird Readers is an ELT graded reader series for children aged 3-11 learning English as a foreign or second language. The series includes traditional tales, favourite characters, modern stories and non-fiction. Written by experts, it uses proven methods to help children learn English and grasp key grammar and vocabulary points.

• Perfect for learning English in school or at home
• Develops reading, writing, speaking, listening and critical thinking skills
• Features much-loved characters and authors such as Peter Rabbit, Peppa Pig, Roald Dahl and Eric Carle
• Eight levels follow the Common European Framework of Reference for language learning (CEFR)
• Language activities in every book provide preparation for the Cambridge English Pre-A1 to A2 (YLE) tests
• Features free online resources including audio, answer keys, lesson plans and tips for parents