This book is specifically in Lebanese Arabic
Abu Lina lives with his two daughters in rural Syria. After a fire nearly takes away everything from him, he sets off on an adventure to make the ultimate sacrifice for his family.
The
Levantine Arabic Readers
series offers intermediate learners (B1-B2) engaging stories to enhance vocabulary, comprehension, and overall fluency. Each of the fifteen standalone books presents authentic language in context, making them a flexible tool for language development.
Key Features:
Vocalized Arabic Text with Tashkeel:
Arabic text appears on even-numbered pages with diacritics to support accurate pronunciation and reading.
Parallel English Translations:
Facing odd-numbered pages provide English translations to aid understanding of new words and expressions.
Unvocalized Arabic Text:
A version of the text without diacritics or translations is included at the back of the book for advanced reading practice.
Comprehension Questions:
Each story includes 20 questions with sample answers and English translations to reinforce understanding.
Sequencing Exercises:
Activities to help review the story by arranging key events in the correct order.
Includes Access to Audio Recordings:
Enhance your learning experience by accessing the accompanying audio recordings, which can be downloaded or streamed from the Lingualism website. These recordings are designed to complement the stories, aiding in the development of listening skills and accurate pronunciation. (Timestamps in the books help you find your place in the audio.)