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Penguin Readers Level 5: Boys Don't Cry (ELT Graded Reader)

Abridged Edition

Malorie Blackman author

Format:Paperback

Publisher:Penguin Random House Children's UK

Published:8th Sep '22

Should be back in stock very soon

Penguin Readers Level 5: Boys Don't Cry (ELT Graded Reader) cover

This ELT Graded Reader is made for people learning English as an additional language. The short, simple text is also perfect for anyone looking for an easier read. It is an adapted version of the original story.

In this story, seventeen-year-old Dante is waiting for his exam results. If they are good, he'll go to university. But Dante's plans have to change when he hears that he is the father of a baby girl. With the help of his father and brother, Dante must learn how to be a single father.

Our Penguin Readers books include:

  • Simple text (CEFR-levelled)
  • Pictures to help you understand the story
  • Fun exercises to help you learn and practise English


With the print book, you can get even more help online:

  • Read the book online
  • Listen to the book being read out loud
  • Get lesson plans for teachers
  • Find answers to check your understanding

Note: online resources not available with the eBook.

ISBN: 9780241553381

Dimensions: 197mm x 129mm x 9mm

Weight: 106g

112 pages

Abridged edition