✅ Why I Love This Book
Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus is an interesting and humorous book. It tells the story of Elizabeth Zott, a brilliant and strong woman scientist in the 1960s. People do not take her seriously because she is a woman, but she does not give up. Her journey is inspiring, and the book is full of humor and valuable life lessons.
✅ Reading Level: ATOS and Lexile Measures
The book is written for adults, and advanced English learners can enjoy it too. However, it may be challenging if you haven’t read many English books before. That’s why I catagorized it in level 4 section. The Lexile and ATOS reading levels are not easy to find, but if you can understand most words in a newspaper, you should be able to read this book. Read the preview to see how much you can understand.
Here is the preview (Click read sample on the left)
✅ Book Summary
Elizabeth Zott is a chemist in the 1960s. She is highly intelligent, but most men do not respect her. She loses her job and later becomes a TV cooking show host. However, she does not teach cooking in the usual way—she teaches the science behind it! Through her show, she encourages women to think for themselves and follow their dreams.
✅ Why This Book Is Great for Learning English
- Interesting Story: The book is fun and keeps you eager to read more.
- New Words: You can learn science-related words and everyday English expressions.
If you want to learn new vocabulary from this book, you can get your copy of the vocabulary list here.
- Natural Conversations: The book has a lot of dialogue, so you can learn how people really speak.
- Cultural Lessons: It shows life in the 1960s, helping you understand American history and culture.
✅ How to Use This Book to Improve Your English
- Read Actively: Underline new words and write their meanings in a notebook.
- Summarize: After each chapter, write a short summary in your own words.
- Discuss the Book: Talk about the story with a friend or in an English learning group.
- Think About the Themes: Write your thoughts about the book’s messages, like women’s rights and following your dreams.
“Lessons in Chemistry” is a wonderful book for learning English because it is interesting, inspiring, and full of useful language. Enjoy your reading!