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Books in DK Readers Level 1 series

  • DK Readers L0: Petting Zoo

    DK

    Paperback (DK Children, June 17, 2013)
    This Pre-Level 1 Reader presents a lively narrative about a petting zoo, encouraging a desire to read in children aged three to five. The simple sentences and strong visual clues make it easy for kids to follow the story as they learn about the zoo's residents, from a woolly lamb to a hungry rabbit.
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  • DK Readers L4: LEGO NINJAGO: Team Ninja: Discover the Ninja's Battle Secrets!

    Catherine Saunders

    Paperback (DK Children, June 14, 2016)
    Join Cole, Jay, Kai, Zane, and Nya in their latest adventure across the exciting land of Ninjago. New enemies are rising—does the team have what it takes to defeat them?LEGO® NINJAGO™: Team Ninja features brand-new LEGO NINJAGO 2016 minifigures and sets. Jump straight into the heart of the action as Sensei Wu's brave pupils embark on an epic new adventure. Combining DK's four-level reading scheme with the popular LEGO NINJAGO theme, LEGO NINJAGO: Team Ninja is at Level 4 and will help kids learn to read—and to love reading.Perfect for 9–11 year olds reading independently, reading becomes a fact-discovering adventure with these Level 4 readers. Supporting and encouraging a lifetime love of reading, nonfiction subjects are clearly explained, described vividly, and brought to life with true encounters, fascinating statistics, and dramatic photographic images. Additional information spreads are full of extra fun facts, developing the topics through a range of nonfiction presentation styles, such as articles, journals, and timelines.Fountas and Pinnell Text Level Gradient: STrusted by parents, teachers, and librarians, and loved by kids, DK's leveled reading series is now revised and updated. With shiny new jackets and brand new nonfiction narrative content on the topics kids love, each book is written and reviewed by literacy experts, and contains a glossary and index making them the perfect choice for helping develop strong reading habits for kids ages 3–11.LEGO, the LEGO logo, the Brick and Knob configuration, the Minifigure, NINJAGO and the NINJAGO logo are trademarks of the LEGO Group. ©2016 The LEGO Group. All rights reserved. Produced by DK Publishing under license of the LEGO Group.
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  • DK Readers L1: A Trip to the Dentist

    Penny Smith

    Paperback (DK Children, March 20, 2006)
    A Level 1 DK Reader that accurately portrays a trip to the dentist, perfect for young children who are just learning to read.Sarah, Josh, and Rabbit are off to the dentist. Join them as they discover how to keep their teeth clean and bright in DK Readers: A Trip to The Dentist (Level 1: Beginning to Read).Perfect for 3–5 year olds learning to read, Level 1 titles contain short, simple sentences with an emphasis on frequently used words. Stunning photographic images with labels provide visual clues to introduce and reinforce vocabulary.About the series: 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.
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  • DK Readers: Invaders From Outer Space

    Philip Brookes

    Paperback (DK Children, May 17, 1999)
    Are aliens from other planets visiting Earth? Read these amazing stories of alien encounters—and make up your own mind! 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 Level 3: LEGO NINJAGO: Epic Adventures

    Julia March, DK

    Paperback (DK Children, Aug. 20, 2019)
    Join the ninja team on their bravest missions!Discover the many villains that threaten Ninjago Island. Find out how the ninja uses their special skills in epic battles to defend their home.Engaging topics and fun, interactive pages build reading skills in this Level 3 Reader - just right for children who are beginning to read on their own. A glossary and fun quiz at the end of the book help to develop vocabulary and reading comprehension skills. Each title in the DK Readers series is developed in consultation with leading literacy experts to help children build a lifelong love of reading.©2019 The LEGO Group.
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  • DK Readers L4: Star Wars: Rogue One: Secret Mission: Join the Quest to Destroy the Death Star!

    Jason Fry

    Paperback (DK Children, Dec. 16, 2016)
    DK Reader L4: Star Wars Rogue One™ combines DK's four-level reading scheme with the exciting box office record-breaking Star Wars™ movies. DK Readers help kids learn to love reading.Perfect for 9–11 year olds reading independently, reading becomes a fact-discovering adventure with these Level 4 readers. Supporting and encouraging a lifetime love of reading, nonfiction subjects are clearly explained, described vividly, and brought to life with true encounters, fascinating statistics, and dramatic photographic images. Additional information spreads are full of extra fun facts, developing the topics through a range of nonfiction presentation styles, such as articles, journals, and timelines.Trusted by parents, teachers, and librarians, and loved by kids, DK's leveled reading series is now revised and updated. With new jackets and brand new nonfiction narrative content on the topics kids love, each book is written and reviewed by literacy experts, and contains a glossary and index making them the perfect choice for helping develop strong reading habits for kids ages 3–11.
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  • DK Readers L2: The LEGO Movie: Awesome Adventures

    Helen Murray

    Paperback (DK Children, Dec. 30, 2013)
    Meet the very ordinary Emmet and join him on his extraordinary quest to save the universe in The LEGO® Movie: Awesome Adventures! This Level 2 book from DK's levelled reading program follows the adventures of The LEGO® Movie, assembling in February 2014. DK Readers are a multi-level reading program guaranteed to capture a child's interest while developing reading skills and general knowledge — compatible with the framework for teaching literacy.
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  • DK Readers L2: Marvel's Ultimate Villains

    Cefn Ridout

    Paperback (DK Children, April 3, 2018)
    Meet the most terrifying villains in the Marvel Comics Universe including Thanos, Green Goblin, Ultron, Vulture, Red Skull, and more.This Reader features high-quality images from the Marvel comics. Packed with evil enemies and fearsome foes from the Marvel Comics Universe, discover their terrible plots and incredible powers. The mix of narrative spreads and interactive genre spreads encourages children to access information from a range of sources and develop comprehension skills.Perfect for 5- to 7-year-olds starting to read alone, Level 2 titles include in-depth information presented through more complex sentence structure with increasing amount of text to expand the reader's general knowledge and confidence in reading. Additional information spreads are full of extra facts, developing the topics through a range of nonfiction presentation styles, such as fliers, instructions, and record-breaker statistics.
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  • DK Readers: A Day in a Life of a Builder

    Linda Hayward

    Paperback (DK Children, March 28, 2001)
    Jack Dale is building five new houses. One is for the Wilson family. Will the Wilsons like their new house? 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.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: Star Wars: Can You Spot a Jedi?: Find Out How to Tell a Droid from a Jedi!

    Shari Last

    Paperback (DK Children, Feb. 17, 2014)
    DK's Star Wars Readers are packed full of images, new information, familiar character poses, and fascinating facts to engage young fans. Imaginative heroes and villains and exciting adventure themes, combined with DK's nonfiction approach, encourage reluctant readers. Can You Spot a Jedi? Now young readers will identify their favorite Star Wars character and vehicles in this all new Level 1 reader, Star Wars: Can You Spot a Jedi? With simple sentences and a picture glossary, children will learn to read and begin their journey through the Star Wars galaxy.
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  • DK Readers L1: The LEGO Movie: Calling All Master Builders!

    Helen Murray

    Paperback (DK Children, Dec. 30, 2013)
    Who are the Master Builders? Do they have what it takes to stop an evil LEGO® tyrant from ending the LEGO world? This all-new Level 1 reader from DK's levelled reading program follows the adventures of The LEGO® Movie, assembling in February 2014. DK Readers are a multi-level reading program guaranteed to capture a child's interest while developing reading skills and general knowledge — compatible with the framework for teaching literacy.
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  • George Washington -- Soldier, Hero, President

    DK

    Paperback (DK Children, Jan. 17, 2001)
    This biography of one of the most famous and recognizable American presidents mark DK's commitment to bringing US history-based biographies to the DK Readers series. In George Washington, the young reader will learn about our first president's childhood, his life as a farmer, statesman, general, and his days as president. The 48-page Level 3 books, designed for children who can read on their own, contain more complex sentence structure and more detail. Young readers will devour these kid-friendly titles, which cover high-interest topics such as sharks, and the Bermuda Triangle, as well as classics like Aladdin. Information boxes highlight historical references, trivia, pronunciation, and other facts about words and names mentioned. Averaging 2,400 to 2,800 words, these books offer a 50/50 picture-to-text ratio. 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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