Treasure Island is an adventure novel, narrating a tale of pirates and buried gold. Treasure Island is an adventure tale known for its atmosphere, characters and action. After Jim Hawkins finds a map in an old sea chest, he starts an exciting adventure which will take him to a far off island in search of treasure. He sets sail with his friends, but they do not realise that many of the crew are pirates and their leader is the cook, Long John Silver. The pirates are determined to find the treasure first at all costs! Enjoy reading about the adventures of Jim and his friends at sea and discover who finds the buried treasure. ... |
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If someone says Scotland, what do you think of? Kilts? Tartan? The Bagpipes? Well, yes you're right, but there's lots more too! Do you like mystery, legends or haunted castles? Or how about vibrant cities and exciting festivals? Well, you will find all of these and much more in this A-Z about Scotland. It's a country full of history and traditions and lots of surprises too! There's something for everybody from sports to museums! So, come on! Start your A-Z journey through Scotland and discover the magic of this fantastic country! Topics: Nature, Culture, Legends, Mystery, Museums, Traditions, Cities, Food, ... |
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Prospero lives on a strange island with his daughter Miranda. One night, with his magic powers, he makes a storm to bring his brother and the King of Naples to the island. They must pay for what they did in the past. Ferdinand also arrives on the island and finds a surprise. Read the play and see how the island and Prospero’s magic change the lives of these people."Don't worry, my child. I've heard your words of love and I'm happy for you both Ferdinand, I only wanted to see if your love for my beautiful, sweet daughter Miranda was true." From the book Grammar and Structure: Verb tenses, forms and ... |
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I'm going to solve this mystery! I'm tired, but before I turn out the light, I'm going to write down all the things I'll need for my investigation. Sally wants to be a detective and her hobby is solving mysteries. But this time the mystery is really difficult! Read about Sally's adventures and enjoy! Vocabulary areas: People, Personal feelings, School and Study, Travel. Functions and Notions: Making predictions, talking about (im)probability and (im)possibility, Expressing opinions, agreement and disagreement, Expressing degrees of certainty and doubt. Grammar and Structures: Present tenses: simple, ... |
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It's the summer holidays and Lizzie can't wait to go to the beach in Blackpool with her friends. Instead, she has to spend her summer in the countryside with a strange woman she doesn't know and a mysterious boy. It's the summer holidays and Lizzie is excited about going to the beach with her friends. But her parents have other plans for her and she has to spend the summer in the countryside with a woman she doesn't even know. Lizzie is very angry and sad but then she meets a strange boy called Jack. Who is this mysterious boy and how does he change Lizzie? Vocabulary areas: Family, Friendship, ... |
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A true story of bullying and friendship. Hello! My name is Michael, and this is my secret diary. Well, it's not really a secret, because I want you to read it. This is my story, but it's also everybody's story. Look at the picture on the front of this book. That's me! I'm going to school, and I'm not very happy about it. The other children are not very kind to me. But I've got a very special friend who always helps me. Do you want to know more? Well, open the book and read it. I hope you enjoy it. Verbs: Present Perfect Simple, Present Simple, Present Continuous, Past Simple, Past Continuous, ... |
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This is one of Burnett's most popular novels, considered to be a classic of children's literature. One day in India, nine-year old Mary wakes up and finds that she is completely alone. Back home in England, she is sent to live with an uncle she has never met. His house is a strange, lonely place where she will gradually discover secret after secret in a new and magical world. Vocabulary areas: Clothing, Home and garden, Jobs, Emotions, Games and toys, Family, Animals. Grammar and Structures: Simple Present: states and habits, Present Continuous: actions in progress, Past Simple: finished actions, Past Continuous, ... |
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Who wants to go on a trip to London? You? Then join us on our A-Z journey through this ancient and modern city. London is a city which is full of surprises and there's always something to see and do in this exciting capital. If you like art or nature, sport or culture, food or museums then this is the place for you! So, what are you waiting for? Let's start our journey now and discover everything there is to know about London! Vocabulary areas: art, nature, museums, sport, culture and traditions, food, people, transport. Notions and concepts: describing places, describing events, talking about traditions, ... |