Book details
Madame Doubtfire (Penguin Readers: Level 3)
Description
Miranda Hilliard and her husband Daniel are divorced, but he doesn't see their children very often. One day Madame Doubtfire comes to work for Miranda as a nanny, but she seems to behave much more like a man than a woman.;"Penguin Readers" is a series of simplified novels, film novelizations and original titles that introduce students at all levels to the pleasures of reading in English. Originally designed for teaching English as a foreign language, the series' combination of high interest level and low reading age makes it suitable for both English-speaking teenagers with limited reading skills and students of English as a second language. Many titles in the series also provide access to the pre-20th century literature strands of the National Curriculum English Orders.;"Penguin Readers" are graded at seven levels of difficulty, from "Easystarts" with a 200-word vocabulary, to Level 6 (Advanced) with a 3000-word vocabulary. In addition, titles fall into one of three sub-categories: "Contemporary", "Classics" or "Originals". At the end of each book there is a section of enjoyable exercises focusing on vocabulary building, comprehension, discussion and writing.;Some titles in the series are available with an accompanying audio cassette, or in a book and cassette pack. Additionally, selected titles have free accompanying "Penguin Readers Factsheets" which provide stimulating exercise material for students, as well as suggestions for teachers on how to exploit the Readers in class.
Age
8-12
Text complexity
intermediate
Length
48 pages
Why to read
- Engaging Plot: 'Madame Doubire' offers readers an entertaining and heartfelt story that combines humor with the complexities of family dynamics, making it an engaging read for people of all ages.
- Themes of Family and Identity: The book explores important themes such as family relationships, identity, and the lengths one will go to maintain a connection with loved ones, providing valuable insights and discussion points for readers.
- Accessible Language: As a Level 3 Penguin Reader, 'Madame Doubtfire' is adapted for an intermediate level of English, making it accessible for English language learners to practice and improve their reading skills while enjoying a compelling narrative.
- Cultural Impact: The story has had a significant cultural impact, having been adapted into a popular film. Reading the original book allows readers to understand the source material and appreciate the differences between the written story and its cinematic interpretation.