Jamie Johnson: The Boy from Brazil (HATRIQA Graded Readers): 3

“If you like football, this book is for you.” — Frank Lampard

There’s a new boy in Jamie Johnson’s class. His name is Rafael, and he comes from Brazil — the country of football. At first, Jamie worries that Rafael will be a better player than him. But soon he learns that they can help each other, both on and off the pitch, and become great friends.

The Boy from Brazil is part of the HATRIQA® Soccer Reader Method™ and the third graded reader in the Jamie Johnson series, adapted from Dan Freedman’s middle grade novel School of Skill (published in the UK as Skills from Brazil). This adaptation makes the story accessible to reluctant readers and EAL/ESL learners, while keeping all the excitement of the original.

Designed for learners at CEFR A1/A2 level (Beginner Plus):

• Vivid black and white illustrations in a dynamic, graphic-novel style bring Jamie and Rafael’s story to life

• Built-in language activities reinforce vocabulary and reading confidence

• Soccer Reader Method™ approach makes English learning engaging for football fans

• Developed with educational experts to support EAL/ESL classrooms and independent learners

Adapted from the million-selling Jamie Johnson series that has inspired young football fans worldwide. Perfect for EAL learners, reluctant readers, and football fans everywhere.

About the Author
Dan Freedman was a leading football journalist who interviewed Cristiano Ronaldo, Lionel Messi, and David Beckham before creating the Jamie Johnson series. His books inspire young people worldwide through school visits and football workshops. He lives in London, England.