Graded readers

Pomaka publishes original graded readers for lower-level young-adult/adult learners. Most readers are available in both eBook and print book formats. Most also have Mreader quizzes and are available on platforms such as Xreading, eStation, Maruzen eBook Library, Kinoden (Kinokuniya), and Rakuten KOBO. Click on the images below for details on each reader. See links at foot of page for more details on Pomaka reader features and levels.

For larger or custom-made/bundled orders, please use the ‘Contact’ button above.


Level 3/Early-elementary/CEFR A1-A2/400 headwords

Coming in 2026!
New
New eBook!
Coming in 2026!
Coming in 2026!

Level 4/High-elementary/CEFR A2/800 headwords

eBook only
Coming in 2026!
Coming in 2026!

Level 5/Early-intermediate/CEFR B1/1000 headwords

Key features of Pomaka graded readers

Pomaka graded reader levels (level conversion chart)

5min video introducing Pomaka graded readers (JALT Extensive Reading Summer Seminar 2024)

Short sample reading (by the author) of Fantastic Mr. Tanaka

Related links:

What are graded readers and extensive reading?

Ten tips to get students reading more outside class

Ten recommended TED Talks on language learning