How can reading skills be improved when young people's motivation is not at its peak? The answer: With texts that relate to their everyday lives, which are exciting, adventurous, and fantastic, and that are captivating in both content and language – like a movie playing in their minds. The selected excerpts from modern, age-appropriate works take both girls and boys on a reading adventure that sparks curiosity and a desire to read the original literature. Engaging tasks related to the narrative texts guide the reception process at different levels, with individual competency stages clearly indicated. Suggestions for close reading, reflection and evaluation of text statements, or discussion of problem situations are always presented in a way that motivates students to conquer the world of books – and thus in an entertaining manner.