Grammar and vocabulary are the base of any language. Both parts play a vital role in clear and concise communication. Without a strong understanding of the rules that govern language, you’ll struggle to communicate clearly with others, and without an extensive mental dictionary, you’ll find it impossible to convey what you mean.
English lessons are great for learning the foundations of grammar and developing your vocab, but reading is a fantastic way to see these principles in action beyond the classroom. There’s no need to limit your reading list to practical textbooks; the key is to read as widely as possible – from non-fiction guides to fantasy stories.
A Moveable Feast by Ernest Hemingway
Eats, Shoots & Leaves by Lynne Truss
The Best Grammar Workbook Ever! by Arlene Miller
The Grammar Devotional: Daily Tips for Successful Writing from Grammar Girl by Mignon Fogarty
Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone by JK Rowling
IELTS Reading Assist: An official IELTS mock test for Reading
Shakespearean Plays
Love in the Time of Cholera
Gulliver’s Travels
Slaughterhouse Five
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