Swedish reading comprehension books for B1-C1 learners

Reading in a foreign language requires more than knowing individual words. Learners need to identify the main idea, find detailed information, understand connections between sentences and correctly interpret vocabulary and grammatical structures in context. These are precisely the skills developed with the Text i fokus series.

The series consists of two Swedish reading comprehension exercise books: Text i fokus 1 and Text i fokus 2. Separate answer keys are also available for both books. This makes the series suitable for independent study, allowing learners to check their progress and return to areas that need additional practice.

What can you practise with Text i fokus?

The materials help develop the following skills:

• Swedish reading comprehension,
• finding specific information in a text,
• identifying the main topic and the author's intention,
• reading longer Swedish texts closely and accurately,
• understanding vocabulary in different contexts,
• understanding Swedish grammatical structures used in authentic texts,
• working with tasks similar to those found in Swedish language tests and examinations.

The texts cover a wide range of topics, including society, culture, history, the environment, language and human relationships. This variety helps learners expand their Swedish vocabulary and become familiar with written Swedish beyond the language typically found in standard coursebooks.

Text i fokus and Swedish grammar practice

Text i fokus is not a traditional Swedish grammar textbook. However, the series allows learners to see Swedish grammatical structures in natural context and reinforce them while working with texts. It is a useful supplement to books focusing on verb forms, word order, articles, prepositions and subordinate clauses.

If you are learning Swedish grammar from a dedicated textbook, the exercises in Text i fokus can help you see how familiar structures function in longer, naturally written Swedish texts.

Preparation for Swedish language tests and exams

Reading comprehension is an important part of many Swedish language tests and examinations. Regular work with the Text i fokus series helps improve concentration, reading speed and the strategies needed to solve examination-style reading tasks.

The books may be useful for learners preparing for:

• Swedish language examinations and certificates,
• tests taken during Swedish language courses,
• university tests and examinations,
• Swedish language tests used during recruitment,
• studying or working in Sweden,
• further Swedish study at intermediate and advanced levels.

The series is particularly useful for learners who already know basic Swedish grammar and vocabulary but find longer texts, detailed questions or subtle differences in meaning more challenging.

Text i fokus 1 or Text i fokus 2 - which book should you choose?

Text i fokus 1 is a good choice for starting systematic Swedish reading comprehension practice from B1 level. The texts are organised according to difficulty, allowing learners to progress gradually to more demanding material.

Text i fokus 2 continues the first book. It contains additional Swedish texts and exercises that help learners develop their skills at a higher level and work with more complex vocabulary and content.

Separate answer keys are available for both books. They are particularly useful if you plan to study Swedish independently without the support of a teacher.

Who is the Text i fokus series for?

The books are suitable for:

• adults learning Swedish as a foreign language,
• intermediate and advanced Swedish learners,
• students of Swedish and Scandinavian studies,
• participants in Swedish language courses,
• learners preparing for Swedish language examinations,
• teachers and tutors of Swedish,
• people planning to study, work or live in Sweden.

Choose Text i fokus 1 or Text i fokus 2, add the corresponding answer key and practise Swedish reading comprehension, vocabulary and grammar in context. The series is suitable for learners studying Swedish independently or on language courses across Europe.