Free Persian Graded Readers for Beginners & Intermediate Learners

Get free Persian graded readers and practice reading. For absolute beginners, beginners, and intermediate learners.

Persian graded readers are one of the best ways to start reading Persian. You pick up vocabulary, learn grammar in context, and improve your overall Persian along the way.

Here, you’ll find PersianPod101’s graded readers, from Absolute Beginner to Intermediate. And as a new member, you can download 2 Persian graded reader PDFs for FREE.

Two free Persian graded reader books from PersianPod101 for Absolute Beginner and Beginner levels

Persian Graded Readers: Beginner to Intermediate

Persian Learning Material

Reading Persian is actually easy when you start at the right level.

That’s why our Persian graded readers are organized by levels, from Absolute Beginner to Intermediate. So, if you know the Persian alphabet, start with Absolute Beginner. You start with simple words and phrases and we’ll build you to Beginner and Intermediate levels.

For the best experience, read these books inside our Persian learning program, where you can listen to the audio as you read and see the translations.

Absolute Beginner Persian Graded Readers

Starting from zero? These readers start you off with simple Persian words and phrases along with illustrations. These basic readers help you practice reading basic Persian, a few words at a time.

Beginner Persian Graded Readers

Ready for complete Persian sentences? Our beginner-level graded readers help you read full sentences and introduce new vocabulary and grammar along the way.

Intermediate Persian Graded Readers

Want to take your Persian reading skills to the next level? Intermediate-level materials challenge you with more complex passages, vocabulary, and grammar.

Ready to start reading Persian at your level?

Get 2 free Persian Graded Readers: You’ll get one Absolute Beginner book and one Beginner book to help you start reading Persian at your level.

(You’ll find our complete series of books and lessons inside our Lesson Library.)

Learn More Than Just How to Read Persian

Reading is just one part of learning Persian.

If you want to learn Persian, you’ll need more than just reading.

That’s why at PersianPod101, you get a structured learning system that takes you from lesson 1 to 2 to 3… to conversational fluency.

Our lessons incorporate listening, speaking, reading, grammar, vocabulary, and dialogues… all within the span of a quick 3-15 minute lesson. The result? You learn Persian fast with our comprehensive approach.

Frequently Asked Questions About Persian Graded Readers

What are Persian graded readers?

Persian graded readers are books written for learners at different levels and stages. They use words, grammar, sentence structures, and story lengths appropriate for learners at each stage.

Are Persian graded readers good for beginners?

Yes. Graded readers ease you into reading Persian without facing a wall of strange new words. Absolute beginners start with simple words and phrases, while more advanced learners can progress to longer passages.

Which Persian graded reader should I start with?

Start with the lowest level that matches your current Persian ability. If you are new to learning Persian, get an Absolute Beginner graded reader.

Are Persian graded readers free?

You can download two free Persian graded reader PDFs on this page. If you want more, check out our Extensive Reading Series inside the PersianPod101 Lesson Library which you can access for free with a 7-Day Premium Trial.

How do Persian graded readers help me learn Persian?

Persian graded readers improve your reading skills by introducing vocabulary and grammar at a level you can understand. As you progress, you’ll get longer sentences and more complex passages, helping you read more and more Persian.

Are Persian graded readers better than Persian children’s books?

Persian children’s books are written for native Persian-speaking children and may contain words that learners don’t know. Graded readers are created specifically for learners like you.

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