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Books in Dolphin Readers Level 1 series

  • DK Readers: Jobs People Do -- A Day in a Life of a Teacher

    Linda Hayward

    Paperback (DK Children, March 28, 2001)
    This Level 1 book is appropriate for children who are just beginning to read. Ms. Hill brings 28 fish to school today. What will she and her students do with all those fish? Find out. This unique Level 1 series accurately portrays real-life situations that help young children identify with and learn from while helping them improve their reading skills. Presented in classic DK style, young readers will enjoy photographically illustrated information in an entertaining package. For children who are just beginning to read and who have a limited vocabulary, these 32-page Level 1 books-about everything from tadpoles to puppies-use word repetition and simple sentences to convey meaning. Picture dictionary boxes with word labels "show" the meanings of words. These books contain between 400 and 450 words each, and they are 80 percent pictures and 20 percent text. The Dorling Kindersley Readers combine an enticing visual layout with high-interest, easy-to-read stories to captivate and delight young bookworms who are just getting started. Written by leading children's authors and compiled in consultation with literacy experts, these engaging books build reader confidence along with a lifelong appreciation for nonfiction, classic stories, and biographies. There is a DK Reader to interest every child at every level, from preschool to grade 4.
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  • DK Readers L0: Snakes Slither and Hiss

    DK

    Paperback (DK Children, June 2, 2015)
    Re-jacketed, refreshed, and now with expanded content and interactive spreads to appeal to the newest generation of readers. From hissing snakes, to slithering snakes, to snakes that spit — discover how snakes are born, how they sleep, eat, and prey in Snakes Slither and Hiss. PreLevel 1 titles feature simple and delightful narratives for young children to encourage an interest in and desire for learning to read. Simple sentences are used with an emphasis on frequently used words. Strong visual clues and labels introduce and reinforce vocabulary. Whether your child is learning how to read or wants to practice and improve his or her reading skills, DK Readers have the right story for developmentally appropriate reading at home. This innovative range of graded readers combines a highly visual approach with stories that children will want to read. Easy-to-read stories for beginning readers with word repetition progress to stories with rich vocabulary and more challenging sentence structure. There's a DK Reader for every child!
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  • DK Readers L1: Deadly Dinosaurs

    Niki Foreman, DK

    Paperback (DK Children, Jan. 6, 2014)
    It's after hours at the museum, but something is stirring. A roar echoes through the corridors — the dinosaurs are alive! Meet a colorful cast of dinosaurs large and small and see what they get up to when no one is watching. With short sentences and simple vocabulary as well as picture dictionary boxes with word labels, Deadly Dinosaurs is perfect for children just beginning to learn to read. Supports the Common Core State Standards.
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  • DK Readers L3: Amazing Animal Journeys

    Liam O'Donnell

    Paperback (DK Children, Aug. 18, 2008)
    Kids will learn all about animal migration with this fascinating book. Whether flying or walking, animals are constantly on the move! Join different animals on their exciting travels as they seek out food, shelter, and warm weather. You won’t believe how fearless and strong these brave creatures are! Stunning photographs combine with lively illustrations and engaging, age-appropriate stories in DK Readers, a multilevel reading program guaranteed to capture children's interest while developing their reading skills and general knowledge. With DK Readers, children will learn to read—then read to learn!
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  • DK Readers L0: Nighttime Animals

    DK

    Paperback (DK Children, Jan. 19, 2015)
    For kids who are just beginning to learn to read and want to learn more about animals that come out at night comes Nighttime Animals, a DK Reader designed to improve reading skills while keeping kids engaged and entertained. In Nighttime Animals, we're introduced to the world of nocturnal creatures and can finally answer the question of what animals are doing after the sun goes down. Develop your child's reading skills with DK Readers, a multi-level reading program designed to capture your child's interest while developing reading skills and general knowledge. A wide variety of subjects allows you to choose a topic that interests your child and develop reading skills around it. Children ages 4 through 9 will find the perfect books for their appropriate reading levels to develop the reading skills needed to improve school projects and independent reading.
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  • Dolphin Readers: Level 2: 425-Word Vocabulary Numbers, Numbers Everywhere

    Richard Northcott

    Paperback (Oxford University Press, July 18, 2010)
    This interactive series makes developing language skills exciting for primary.Stories and cross-curricular texts with full-color illustrations stimulate students' interest, while carefully graded English introduces them to new language.· Pictures support the story clearly· Text in different colors makes it easier to follow the dialogue· "Read and do": integrated activities for every page of reading· Picture Dictionary in each book· Notes for teachers and parents in each book
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  • DK Readers L1: Bugs and Us

    Patricia J. Murphy

    Paperback (DK Children, May 21, 2012)
    The bestselling DK Readers series has a fresh new look featuring redesigned jackets and interiors, and up-to-date vocabulary throughout. In DK Readers, stunning photographs combine with lively illustrations and engaging age-appropriate stories, creating a multilevel reading program guaranteed to capture children's interest while developing their reading skills and general knowledge. Written by leading children's authors and compiled in consultation with literacy experts, these captivating books build reader confidence along with a lifelong appreciation for nonfiction, classic stories, and biographies. There is a DK Reader to interest every child at every level, from preschool to grade four. With DK Readers, children learn to read — then read to learn!
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  • DK Readers: Feeding Time

    DK

    Paperback (DK Children, Jan. 3, 2001)
    This Level 1 book is appropriate for children who are just beginning to read. Which animal enjoys breakfast in bed? Which ones eat all the time? Discover how African animals find their food. For children who are just beginning to read and who have a limited vocabulary, these 32-page Level 1 books-about everything from tadpoles to puppies-use word repetition and simple sentences to convey meaning. Picture dictionary boxes with word labels "show" the meanings of words. These books contain between 400 and 450 words each, and they are 80 percent pictures and 20 percent text. The Dorling Kindersley Readers combine an enticing visual layout with high-interest, easy-to-read stories to captivate and delight young bookworms who are just getting started. Written by leading children's authors and compiled in consultation with literacy experts, these engaging books build reader confidence along with a lifelong appreciation for nonfiction, classic stories, and biographies. There is a DK Reader to interest every child at every level, from preschool to grade 4.
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  • Dolphin Readers: Level 1: 275-Word Vocabulary Lost Kitten Activity Book

    Rebecca Brooke, Genny Haines

    Paperback (Oxford University Press, July 18, 2010)
    This interactive series makes developing language skills exciting for primary.Stories and cross-curricular texts with full-color illustrations stimulate students' interest, while carefully graded English introduces them to new language.· Pictures support the story clearly· Text in different colors makes it easier to follow the dialogue· "Read and do": integrated activities for every page of reading· Picture Dictionary in each book· Notes for teachers and parents in each book
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  • DK Readers L1: Surprise Puppy

    Judith Walker-Hodge

    Paperback (DK Children, June 18, 2012)
    The bestselling DK Readers series has a fresh new look featuring redesigned jackets and interiors, and up-to-date vocabulary throughout. In DK Readers, stunning photographs combine with lively illustrations and engaging age-appropriate stories, creating a multilevel reading program guaranteed to capture children's interest while developing their reading skills and general knowledge. Written by leading children's authors and compiled in consultation with literacy experts, these captivating books build reader confidence along with a lifelong appreciation for nonfiction, classic stories, and biographies. There is a DK Reader to interest every child at every level, from preschool to grade four. With DK Readers, children learn to read — then read to learn!
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  • DK Readers L1: Animal Hide and Seek

    Penny Smith

    Paperback (DK Children, July 31, 2006)
    From the Arctic to the desert, from the ocean to the mountains—the animals in this book have clever ways of keeping themselves safe and tucked away. Follow the story and see how many hidden animals you can find! Animal and nature lovers will have a blast. Stunning photographs combine with lively illustrations and engaging, age-appropriate stories in DK Readers, a multilevel reading program guaranteed to capture children's interest while developing their reading skills and general knowledge. With DK Readers, children will learn to read—then read to learn!
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  • Dolphin Readers: Level 1: 275-Word Vocabulary Lost!

    Jacqueline Martin

    Paperback (Oxford University Press, July 18, 2010)
    This interactive series makes developing language skills exciting for primary.Stories and cross-curricular texts with full-color illustrations stimulate students' interest, while carefully graded English introduces them to new language.· Pictures support the story clearly· Text in different colors makes it easier to follow the dialogue· "Read and do": integrated activities for every page of reading· Picture Dictionary in each book· Notes for teachers and parents in each book
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