Books in Kingfisher Readers series

Everyone has heard the phrase "busy as a bee," and in this book young readers get to see exactly what those bees are up to. From pollinating flowers and collecting nectar to beecommunication, life in the hive, making honey, and the role of the queen, Kingfisher Readers L1: Busy as a Bee by Louise P. Caroll covers every aspect of bee life in stunning up-close detail. Unfamiliar words like 'hive' are introduced throughout the text with subtle highlighting and the beautiful photography and text work together seamlessly to draw readers forward for a successful early reading experience. LEVEL 1: BEGINNING TO READ Consists of short simple sentences, high-interest information, easy vocabulary with a high degree of phonic regularity, and lots of repetition. Guided Reading Levels: F, G

From wasp's nests to webs, mole holes, termite mounds, and much more, Kingfisher Readers L2: Where Animals Live by Brenda Stones and Thea Feldman examines the many habitats and strategies animals use when making their homes. Familiar animals like foxes and swallows are joined by more exotic species like chimpanzees, polar bears, and penguins. Challenging vocabulary is highlighted throughout―burrow, den, migration―and the art and text weave together seamlessly to help readers put the words in context and develop increased confidence in their reading skills.LEVEL 2: BEGINNING TO READ ALONE Simple and engaging, with plenty of interest and repetition. Vocabulary is easy and familiar, and sentences are mainly short and simple. Guided Reading Level: J

Kingfisher Readers L2: Sun, Moon, and Stars by Thea FeldmanLEVEL 2 BEGINNING TO READ ALONE up to 35 words per pageText is accessible and engaging with plenty of interest and repetition. Vocabulary is easy and familiar, and sentences are mainly short and simple. Guided Reading levels: I, JSun, Moon and Stars introduces young readers to the sky above them, and explains these ever-popular nonfiction topics.

LEVEL 3 – READING ALONE WITH SOME HELP (orange)Sentences will become more varied and longer and some more formal vocabulary will be introduced. Includes glossary and index. This beginning chapter book introduces children to ins and outs of being a firefighter. Through accessible vocabulary, vivid images, and clean layouts, Kingfisher Readers L3: Firefighters educates young readers on the way firefighters help the community. Details such as firefighting tools, vehicles, and equipment, how firefighters put out fires, and fire safety are all discussed in easy to follow chapters and side-bars perfect for beginning or struggling readers.

LEVEL 2 – BEGINNING TO READ ALONE (green)The language at this level will be mainly short and simple sentences, with straightforward vocabulary and punctuation. Includes simple glossary. The human body is an essential source of fascination for kids. Kingfisher Readers L2: Your Body by Brenda Stones uses that interest to draw children into a positive reading experience by explaining the basics about all the major systems and asking questions so the reader can reflect on their own bodies. What color are your eyes? What do you hear right now? Are you right-handed or left-handed? Key vocabulary and a glossary complete this fun introduction.

This irresistible reading series is sure to fire the imagination of young readers with its exciting range of high-interest topics and its great-looking, easy-to-follow design.Developed with literacy experts, this five-level graded reading series will guide young readers as they build confidence and fluency in their literacy skills and progress towards reading alone.Ladybugs introduces beginner readers to a variety of ladybugs from different habitats, from those with two spots to seven spots to those with stripes! It includes facts about diet, flying and how to identify these tiny insects.

This irresistible reading series is sure to fire the imagination of young readers with its exciting range of high-interest topics and its great-looking, easy-to-follow design.Developed with literacy experts, this five-level graded reading series will guide young readers as they build confidence and fluency in their literacy skills and progress towards reading alone.Combine Harvesters introduces children who are beginning to read alone to these wonderful machines. It includes facts about what they do, how they work and the history of their beginnings.

LEVEL 4: READING ALONEExtent: 32pp, 75 to 100 words per pageText at level 4 has a greater variety of language and types of information than level 3. More challenging vocabulary is introduced. Sentences remain clear, interesting and unambiguous, but are slightly more complex than at lower levels. The Arctic and Antarctica are awe-inspiring places. In this nonfiction chapter book, readers will learn about the animals, plants and people that inhabit them. Important and fascinating facts paired with captivating photographs help make The Arctic and Antarctica a not-to-be-missed journey to some of the most remote and interesting lands in the world.

Kingfisher Readers L2: Where We Live by Brenda Stones and Thea FeldmanCome along on a global journey to examine the fascinating array of places and spaces that people call home. Beginning with the basic idea of shelter, readers examine the wide variety of climates, materials, and geography where humans choose to live, from an amazing mountaintop palace in Yemen to the canals of Venice, houses on stilts, caravans, yurts and more, readers will emerge from this book with new vocabulary-houseboat, shutters, thatch-and a newfound appreciation for the home they call their own. LEVEL 2: BEGINNING TO READ ALONE Simple and engaging, with plenty of interest and repetition. Vocabulary is easy and familiar, and sentences are mainly short and simple. Guided Reading Level: J

The animals slither and glide right off the page in Kingfisher Readers L1: Snakes Alive! by Louise P. Caroll, an up-close look at the world of snakes. All the fascinating aspects of the snake are covered, from the elegant scales on their body to the way they move, what they eat, how they have their babies, and how they protect themselves. The beautiful photography highlights the amazing diversity of snakes and works seamlessly with the text to draw the reader in. New words are introduced throughout―fang, rattle, slither― and a glossary at the end helps reinforce the meanings.LEVEL 1: BEGINNING TO READ Consists of short simple sentences, high-interest information, easy vocabulary with a high degree of phonic regularity, and lots of repetition. Guided Reading Levels: F, G

This irresistible reading series is sure to fire the imagination of young readers with its exciting range of high-interest topics and its great-looking, easy-to-follow design.Developed with literacy experts, this five-level graded reading series will guide young readers as they build confidence and fluency in their literacy skills and progress towards reading alone.Robots introduces children who can read alone with some help to these incredible inventions. It includes facts about different types of robots and drones and what they do. Children can discover robots that have gone to space, robots that can play music and robots that look a lot like people! See www.kingfisherreaders.com for series information.