Sant Jordi books (A1/A2)
Every year on April 23rd, Catalonia celebrates Sant Jordi (Saint George's Day), a beautiful tradition combining literature and romance. At Teacher Collective, we believe this cultural celebration is the perfect opportunity for language learners to discover English books.

Happy Sant Jordi to all our basic level students! we invite you to discover a fun and heartwarming story that’s perfect for beginner English learners: George and the Dragon by Chris Wormell.

Level: basic
Categories: reading, vocabulary, grammar

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"George and the Dragon" by Chris Wormell

This beautifully illustrated story connects directly with the Catalan legend of Sant Jordi, but with a surprising twist that captivates readers from the very first page.

In this version, we meet George, a small and fearful dragon who lives peacefully in the forest until one day he encounters a terrible knight who frightens everyone. Wormell’s illustrations are spectacular, and the simple English text makes it ideal for A1/A2 level students.

Vocabulary
  • Dragon
  • Knight
  • Brave
  • Forest
  • Friendship

This Sant Jordi, challenge yourself to read in English with this sweet story that combines humor, courage, and friendship. It’s a perfect way to practice basic vocabulary while enjoying a tale connected to our tradition.

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