Joanna Jones dreams of being an actor in the theatre. So she is terribly disappointed when she doesn’t get a part in the school play. But then she meets Mr Joseph, a kind old man who knows a lot about acting and singing. He believes in Joanna and offers to teach her what he knows. The two of them work together in secret, and when an unexpected chance comes along, Joanna is ready!

Special Features: Robin Readers is an exciting series of original fiction for learners of English. Designed to be read for enjoyment, the stories are accessible and engaging, with carefully graded language.

Each reader comes with comprehension and vocabulary activities to consolidate understanding. More difficult or uncommon words appear in a glossary.

There is a stimulating variety of settings and storylines across a range of genres, including travel adventures, fantasies, science fiction and thrillers.