In a small, dark room, a little boy named Oliver Twist lay on a bed. He was very hungry and cried loudly. Oliver didn't know his parents; he was born in a workhouse.

Oliver stealing food, then being helped by Mr. Brownlow.

A little boy crying in a small, dark room.

In the end, the police caught the bad people. Oliver found a kind home with Mr. Brownlow. He was finally safe and happy.

The Adventures of Oliver Twist Target Audience: Young readers, ESL students Format: Simplified text with illustrations Piece: Chapter 1: Oliver's Big Cry

A menacing picture of Bill Sikes and Nancy.