JAMB Recommended Textbooks for Arabic 2026/2027

In preparation to take on Arabic as one of the JAMB UTME subjects, you need resources like the JAMB recommended textbooks for Arabic 2026/2027 that interpret Arabic the same way the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board does to help you understand comprehension, grammar, composition, translation, and literature.

JAMB-recommended books ensure your preparation follows the official syllabus, so you’re not wasting time with scattered or outdated materials. In this guide, you’ll find the complete list of JAMB 2026/2027 recommended Arabic textbooks arranged by category along with their authors, how they are meant to help you, and other useful information.

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JAMB 2026 Recommended Textbooks for Arabic

This comprehensive list follows JAMB’s structure starting from the Comprehension, Composition & Translation to Grammar to Arabic Literature, and finally Transliteration editions:

1. Comprehension, Composition and Translation Textbooks

1. المطالعة الواضحة — بشير أحمد محيي الدين و المرضي مختار المرضي
   A structured reading text designed to improve comprehension skills using graded passages.
2. الإنشاء العربي المتوسط (للمدارس الثانوية) — سيد حمرة مالك
   A composition guide that trains students to write clearly using model essays and guided practice.
3. القراءة الرشيدة (الجزء 1–4) — عبد الفتاح صبري و علي عمر بك
   A four-part reading and translation series suitable for progressive comprehension development.
4. سمير التلاميذ (الجزء 1–2) — عبد الله الطيب
   Features simple to intermediate reading passages accompanied by comprehension questions.
5. كيف تكتب الإنشاء — غرب ط. زاريا
   A text focused on writing techniques and structured Arabic composition.
6. العربية الميسرة الجديدة للمرحلة الثانوية — محمد الأول أبوبكر و آخرون
   Combines comprehension, grammar, and translation in a simplified format for secondary learners.
7. العربية الجديدة في نيجيريا (الكتاب 1–3) — محمد بديع شريف، سليم حكيم، الحاج حسين آدمو
   A course designed for Nigerian Arabic students, offering comprehension and language drills.
8. Learning Arabic Language by Adekilekun, A. L. A.
   Focuses on basic comprehension, vocabulary, and elementary translation exercises.
9. A Modern Arabic Course Book 1 by Balogun, I. A. B. & Oseni, Z. I.
   A beginner-friendly course combining grammar, reading, and translation.
10. A New Arabic Grammar of the Written Language by Haywood, J. A. & Nahmad, H. M.
    A globally respected grammar and translation reference for all proficiency levels.
11. A Guide to Arabic Composition, Books I & II by Malik, S. H. A.
    Provides step-by-step techniques for writing different forms of Arabic composition.
12. Arabic newspapers, magazines and journals
    Useful for real-life reading practice, vocabulary building, and translation training.

2. Grammar Textbooks

1. النحو الواضح (الجزء 1–3) — علي الجارم و مصطفى أمين
   A classic simplified grammar series with clear explanations and examples.
2. متن الأجرومية — محمد أجروم الصنهاجي
   Introduces essential Arabic syntax principles in a concise format.
3. التحفة السنية بشرح المقدمة الأجرومية — محمد محيي الدين عبد الحميد
   A detailed explanation of Ajrumiyyah for deeper grammar study.
4. A New Arabic Grammar of the Written Language by Haywood, J. A. & Nahmad, H. M.
   A comprehensive grammar reference used globally for classical and modern Arabic.

3. Arabic Literature Textbooks

1. المأدبة الأدبية للطلاب العربية في إفريقيا — زكريا حسين
   Contains selected prose and poetry designed for African Arabic learners.
2. الطبقة العليا — زكريا حسين
   A continuation of literature studies with advanced texts and analysis.
3. العبرات — مصطفى لطفي المنفلوطي
   A classical prose text rich in emotional stories and expressive Arabic language.
4. ادفع بالتي هي أحسن — جميل عبد الله الكنوي
   An instructive text that uses simple but rich Arabic narrative.
5. المفصل في تاريخ الأدب العربي — أحمد الاسكندري و آخرون
   Covers the history of Arabic literature across major historical periods.

4. Transliteration Editions

1. Al-Ma’dubat Al-Adabiyyah by Zakariyau I. Oseni
   Roman transliteration of المأدبة الأدبية.
2. Al-Tabaqat Al-Ulya (The Upper Class) by Zakariyau I. Oseni
   Roman transliteration of الطبقة العليا.
3. Al-Abarat by Mustapha Lutfi Al-Manfaluti
   Roman transliteration of العبرات.
4. Idfa’a Bil Lati Hiya Ahsan by Jamil Abdullahi Al-Kanawi
   Transliteration of ادفع بالتي هي أحسن.
5. Al-Mufassal Fi Tarikh Al-Adab Al-Arabi by Ahmad Al-Askandari & Others
   Transliteration of the major Arabic literature history book.

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Last Updated on January 21, 2026 by Ola Funmilayo

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