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Improve Your Reading Skills

Reading is an essential component of language learning, as it exposes you to new vocabulary, grammar, and sentence structures, while also improving your comprehension and overall fluency.

By improving your reading skills, you'll be able to:

  • Expand your vocabulary and understand new words in context
  • Enhance your comprehension of written texts, including articles, books, and news
  • Improve your overall fluency and ability to communicate effectively
  • Develop a deeper understanding of different cultures and perspectives

Whether you're a beginner or an advanced learner, our "Reading" section has something for everyone. So, dive in and start improving your reading skills today!


A growing collection of 42 English reading comprehension exercises, including multiple-choice and cloze / gap fill exercises. Select exercises by subject, or browse by level.

Reading Comprehension

Reading is an essential skill for language learners, as it allows you to access new vocabulary, grammar, and sentence structures, while also improving your comprehension and overall fluency. In this article we'll explore the different reading skills, provide tips and strategies for improving your reading abilities, and offer resources for practising your reading skills.

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How to read the news in English

Reading English news for language learning tips, including choosing the best sources of news, the best ways of reading them, and how to memorise the language that they contain.

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Reading is a valuable tool for improving English skills, but finding the time and motivation can be challenging. This article suggests 21 challenges to help students read more effectively and consistently.

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24 manageable and useful things to read to improve your English vocabulary, feel for correct language, reading speed, etc.

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The Role of Evaluation in Reading Comprehension

Enhance your reading skills by leveraging evaluation for improved comprehension and informed decision-making.

How Synthesis Transforms Your Understanding of Texts

Unlock the power of synthesis to enhance comprehension, revealing deeper insights and making reading more rewarding.

The Power of Summarisation in Comprehension

Harness the power of summarisation to boost comprehension and retain key information effectively.

How Note Taking can improve comprehension

Discover how note-taking boosts comprehension by actively engaging with material, highlighting key ideas, and fostering personal connections to information.

How Visualisation Enhances Reading Comprehension

Dive into our guide and discover how visualisation can transform the way you engage with and understand written content, making language learning more effective and enjoyable.

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