About Gr8ded
Great Stories. Graded Reading.
Learning a new language is a journey. At Gr8ded, we believe that reading should be an essential part of that journey.
Our goal is simple: to make learning languages more enjoyable, one story at a time.
We publish graded readers in different languages, offering engaging stories adapted to the language level of the reader. Whether you are taking your first steps in a new language or looking to improve your reading skills, our books help you build vocabulary, develop confidence and experience the language in context.
Why Graded Reading?
Learning vocabulary and studying grammar are important, but knowing individual words and grammar rules is not the same as understanding a language.
You need to put what you have learned into practice.
Reading provides exactly that opportunity. Through stories, you encounter words, expressions and grammatical structures in meaningful situations. You begin to recognise patterns, understand sentences more naturally and gradually develop reading fluency.
Graded readers make this process accessible by using language appropriate to your current proficiency level.
You can enjoy a story without having to stop every few sentences to consult a dictionary.
Learn Through Stories
We believe that learning should be more than memorising vocabulary lists and completing grammar exercises.
Stories give language a context. They introduce people, places, situations and experiences that make words meaningful and easier to remember.
Our graded readers are designed to help you:
- Build vocabulary naturally through repeated exposure.
- Become familiar with grammar and sentence structures.
- Improve reading comprehension and fluency.
- Develop confidence in understanding another language.
- Make reading part of your regular learning routine.
The objective is not simply to finish a book. It is to become a more confident reader in your chosen language.
More Than Just Books
Reading is at the heart of Gr8ded, but we believe in supporting learners in different ways.
Depending on the publication and course, our learning resources include:
- Graded Readers: Stories written for different proficiency levels.
- Free Chapters: Try a story before committing to the complete book.
- EPUBs and Ebooks: Enjoy digital reading on your preferred device.
- Audio Files: Practise listening and pronunciation alongside reading.
- Anki Flashcards: Review vocabulary and reinforce what you have learned.
These resources allow you to combine reading with listening, vocabulary practice and independent study.
Languages We Explore
Gr8ded brings together graded reading projects in different languages.
Our current publishing projects include:
- Brazilian Portuguese
- Simplified Chinese
- Dutch (Netherlands)
We aim to make quality reading material available to learners with different language backgrounds and learning goals.
As our catalogue grows, we hope to introduce more languages and new reading experiences.
Who Is Behind Gr8ded?
Gr8ded is an imprint of Globeglot Ltd, a digital publishing company focused on language learning and educational content.
Our approach combines publishing, language education and digital learning resources to create materials that learners can use independently and at their own pace.
We believe that good learning materials should be accessible, engaging and useful in everyday language learning.
Start Reading
You don’t need to wait until you know a language well before you start reading.
Choose a suitable level, find a story that interests you and begin. Every story you read is another opportunity to encounter the language, recognise new expressions and improve your skills.
Great stories. Graded reading. Better language skills.