My name is Musa

My Name is Musa is a beginner ESOL reader for adult learners. The story follows Musa, who is from Sudan and lives in Glasgow. Through simple everyday situations, readers learn about Musa's life, including studying English, spending time with friends and enjoying activities in his local community.

Designed for pre-entry and beginner ESOL learners, the book uses short sentences, repetition and supportive illustrations to help develop reading confidence and understanding. It is particularly suitable for learners who are developing literacy alongside English or who are becoming familiar with the Latin alphabet.

The story introduces everyday vocabulary related to personal information, hobbies, daily routines, learning English and life in the UK. It can be used in community ESOL classes, volunteer-led learning, one-to-one support sessions, libraries and refugee support organisations.

The reader includes a range of follow-up activities designed to reinforce vocabulary, reading skills and basic literacy development. Activities can be completed independently, used as homework or incorporated into tutor-led lessons.

Suitable for:

• Pre-entry ESOL learners

• Beginner adult ESOL learners

• Literacy-level ESOL learners

• Learners developing confidence with the Latin script

• Refugees and New Scots

• Volunteer ESOL tutors

• Community ESOL classes

What’s included:

• 33-page book

• 17-page illustrated story

• 7 post-reading activities to reinforce vocabulary and literacy

• Answer key included for each activity