Books in Kingfisher Readers series

Kingfisher Readers L1: Jobs People Do by Thea FeldmanCome along on a tour of all the interesting things people do as a job. From the farm to the city, and from the office to the stage, this book explores both the familiar jobs kids see every day like teachers and grocers, as well as more unusual jobs like astronaut and dancer. New words are introduced throughout the text with subtle highlighting―police officer, vet, mail carrier―and a glossary at the back gives the definition. The beautiful photography and the carefully constructed text work together to help new readers decode the amazing information.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

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. Kingfisher Readers L3: Volcanoes by Claire LlewellynStarting with the essential question, "What is a volcano?" this book covers all aspects of volcanology, including the anatomy of an eruption, contemporary and ancient volcanoes, underwater volcanoes, and the scientists who study them. Amazing photographs draw readers in, and throughout the book "Red-hot fact!" boxes dish out fascinating information to keep it interesting. Key vocabulary within the text and a glossary and index at the back help kids strengthen their new reading skills.

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.

Kingfisher Readers L1: Colorful Coral Reefs by Thea FeldmanLEVEL 1 – BEGINNING TO READ (red)The language at this level will be short and simple sentences, with straightforward vocabulary and punctuation, a high level of phonic regularity and lots of repetition. Includes simple glossary.Because of all the amazing color and life, coral reefs are the perfect subject for an early reader. The eye-popping photography will draw kids in as they explore a wide range of animals, including coral, fish, sharks, sea horses, and more. On each page, new vocabulary is subtly highlighted, and a glossary at the back gives the definitions as kids begin to build their confidence as readers.

LEVEL 1: BEGINNING TO READExtent: 32pp, 10 to 20 words per pageText at level 1 consists of short and simple sentences, high-interest information, easy vocabulary with a high degree of phonic regularity and lots of repetition.Tadpoles and Frogs introduces readers to the fascinating life cycle of a frog, and includes information about a variety of different frogs from around the world.

LEVEL 3 READING ALONE WITH SOME HELP 50 to75 words per pageText is accessible and engaging with plenty of interest and repetition, with some more variety of language and information than level 2. Text introduces a few more challenging words and a wider variety of tenses. Guidede Reading Levels: K, L, MKingfisher Readers L3: Vikings By Philip SteeleThe Vikings of long ago were a unique group of people. Their culture and way of life is filled with exciting tales, battles, and adventure. Their fascinating stories and lifestyle will easily draw young readers in, while helping them advance their independent reading and research skills.

LEVEL BEGINNING TO READ ALONEExtent: 32pp, up to 35 words per pageText at level 2 is accessible and engaging with plenty of interest and repetition. Vocabulary is easy and familiar, and sentences are mainly short and simple. Kingfisher Readers L2: In the Rainforest by Claire Llewellyn and Thea FeldmanFrom poisonous plants to amazing animals, rainforests are full of exciting and extraordinary life. Children who are just starting to read alone will be able to explore and learn about this incredible ecosystem at their own pace. The easy and repetitive vocabulary, inviting format, incredible images, and simple glossary help teach and reinforce the informative scientific facts presented.

LEVEL 3 READING ALONE WITH SOME HELPExtent: 32pp, 50 to75 words per pageText at level 3 is simple and engaging with plenty of interest and repetition, with some more variety of language and information than level 2. Text introduces a few more challenging words and a wider variety of tenses. Spiders and insects may be yucky, but they sure are interesting. From hissing cockroaches to bloodsucking leaches, this book about mini beasts is not for the faint of heart! The high-interest subject matter and outrageous facts presented in this early nonfiction chapter book is perfect for reluctant readers, and beginning readers starting to read alone proficiently..

Many of the things we have today, such as our language, our laws, our buildings and our cooking started in ancient Rome. This book introduces new readers to the history and culture of the Romans, including the architecture, games, clothing, and interesting aspects of daily life such as bathing, studying, and entertainment. Kingfisher Readers L3: Ancient Rome By Philip Steele introduces important new vocabulary―conquer, empire, mosaic―and is woven together with beautiful photographs and illustrations, which help readers get the context. A timeline, index, and glossary complete the book, and help build research skills and confidence in reading.LEVEL 3: READING ALONEWITH SOME HELPAccessible and engaging, with plenty of interest and repetition, and more variety of language and information than level 2. Text introduces a few more challenging words and a wider variety of tenses.Guided Reading Levels: K, L