Petra by Raed Bader

Petra by Raed Bader

This book is specifically in Jordanian Arabic

Aziz and Ramy are inseparable. That is, until they venture to Petra together for Aziz's birthday and things take an unexpected turn.

The>Levantine Arabic Readers series aims to provide learners with much-needed exposure to authentic language. The fifteen books in the series are at a similar level (B1-B2) and can be read in any order. The stories are a fun and flexible tool for building vocabulary, improving language skills, and developing overall fluency.

The main text is presented on left-facing pages with tashkeel (diacritics) to aid in reading, while parallel English translations on right-facing pages are there to help you better understand new words and idioms. A second version of the text is given at the back of the book, without the distraction of tashkeel and translations, for those who are up to the challenge.

On the Lingualism website, you can find:

• access to accompanying audio to download or stream (at variable playback rates)
• a>guide to the Lingualism orthographic (spelling and tashkeel) system
• a>blog with tips on using our Levantine Arabic readers to learn effectively

This book is specifically in Jordanian Arabic

Aziz and Ramy are inseparable. That is, until they venture to Petra together for Aziz's birthday and things take an unexpected turn.

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.)