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Reading
A1-A2

Here you can find free activities to practise your reading skills. Reading will help improve your understanding of the language and build your vocabulary.

CEFR A1-A2

The self-study Arabic lessons in these sections are written and organised by levels based on the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR). There are different types of texts with interactive exercises and worksheets to practice the skills you need.

These lessons are for beginner Arabic level (A1 – A2). Start here to select another skill or level.

For the best results, you need to be familiar with the Arabic alphabet. If you haven’t already, start with our workbook here.

A Food
Menu

Level: A1

Read a food menu to practise and improve your Arabic reading skills. 

A Gym
Poster

Level: A1

Read a gym poster to practise and improve your Arabic reading skills.

Airport
Departures

Level: A1

Read an airport departures board to practise and improve your Arabic reading skills. 

Job
Adverts

Level: A1

Read a few job adverts to practise and improve your Arabic reading skills.

Professional
Summaries

Level: A2

Read two professional profile summaries to pracitse and improve your Arabic reading skills.

Email from a
Friend

Level: A2

Read an informal email to practise and improve your Arabic reading skills.

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