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Books in Read It Yourself, Ladybird series

  • Wowzer!: Level 0

    Ladybird

    Hardcover (Penguin UK, May 3, 2018)
    Book 10 contains two stories that build on the phonics learnt in previous books and allow practice of sound and letter combinations that have already been encountered.Read it yourself with Ladybird is one of Ladybird's best-selling reading series. For over thirty-five years it has helped young children who are learning to read develop and improve their reading skills. Each Read it yourself book is very carefully written to include many key, high-frequency words that are vital for learning to read, as well as a limited number of story words that are introduced and practised throughout. Simple sentences and frequently repeated words help to build the confidence of beginner readers and the four different levels of books support children all the way from very first reading practice through to independent, fluent reading.There are more than ninety titles in the Read it yourself series, ranging from classic fairy tales and traditional world stories to favourite children's brands such as Peppa Pig, Kung Fu Panda and Peter Rabbit. A range of first reference titles complete the series, with information books about favourite subjects that even the most reluctant readers will enjoy. Each book has been carefully checked by educational consultants and can be read independently at home or used in a guided reading session at school. Further content includes comprehension questions or puzzles, helpful notes for parents, carers and teachers, and book band information for use in schools. Wowzer! is a Level 0 Read it yourself book, designed for children who are developing their synthetic phonics skills. Books 1 to 12 introduce letters and sounds in a systematic order.
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  • Rapunzel.

    Ladybird

    Paperback (Ladybird, Aug. 23, 2011)
    Read it yourself is a learning to read series of classic, traditional stories with four levels of difficulty to suit the stage your child is at with reading. Written in a simple way for young readers, they will build their confidence in learning to read as they progress through each level. Familiar fairytales and exciting stories will amuse children and encourage them to progress further with this series and become confident readers. Each book in the Read it yourself with "Ladybird" series is carefully structured to include many everyday words that are vital for first reading/beginner readers. They also contain clear, beautiful pictures for extra support and interest. Extra puzzle questions at the end of each book further help with comprehension. This "Read it yourself version of Rapunzel" is a level 3 title and so is suitable for more confident readers who can read simple text with help.
  • Quick Chick

    Julia Hoban, Lillian Hoban

    Paperback (Orion Children's Books (an Imprint of The Orion Publishing Group Ltd ), July 1, 1993)
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  • Level 3 Dick Whittington

    Ladybird

    Hardcover (Ladybird, Oct. 5, 1993)
    A rewritten title from the previous "Read it Yourself" series with the original concept of the child reading a familiar story and the link with Key Words retained. It is part of Ladybird's overall "Learning to Read" programme which can be used alongside any other reading scheme.
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  • The Enormous Turnip

    Ladybird

    Paperback (Ladybird, June 21, 2011)
    Read it yourself is a learning to read series of classic, traditional stories with four levels of difficulty to suit the stage your child is at with reading. Written in a simple way for young readers, they will build their confidence in learning to read as they progress through each level. Familiar fairytales and exciting stories will amuse children and encourage them to progress further with this series and become confident readers. Each book in the "Read it yourself" with "Ladybird" series is carefully structured to include many everyday words that are vital for first reading/beginner readers. They also contain clear, beautiful pictures for extra support and interest. Extra puzzle questions at the end of each book further help with comprehension. This Read it yourself version of "The Enormous Turnip" is a level 1 title and so suitable for children who are beginning to learn to read. The story is told simply, using short sentences and a small number of frequently repeated words. Trust
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  • Robinson Crusoe

    Daniel Defoe, Fran Hunia, Robert Ayton

    Hardcover (Ladybird Books Ltd, )
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  • Read It Yourself Level 4 Pied Piper Of Hamelin

    John Holder

    Hardcover (Ladybird, Aug. 4, 1998)
    Designed for children learning to read, this book retells "The Pied Piper of Hamelin" in lively, natural language to help children develop the confidence to read alone. Level Four is suitable for children who are ready to read longer stories with a wider vocabulary.
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  • William Tell

    Fran Hunia (adapted by), Robert Ayton

    Hardcover (Ladybird, Jan. 6, 1979)
    For children ages 6-8. Easy to understand classic story of the adventures of Swiss William Tell and his son, William. Beautifully illustrated.
  • Read It Yourself the Three Billy Goats Gruff

    Ladybird

    Hardcover (Ladybird, Aug. 27, 2013)
    Based on the classic fairy tale. The three billy goats Gruff wants to cross the bridge to reach the grass on the other side, but first they have to get past the hungry troll!Read it yourself with Ladybird is one of Ladybird's best-selling series. For over thirty-five years it has helped young children who are learning to read develop and improve their reading skills.Each Read it yourself book is very carefully written to include many key, high-frequency words that are vital for learning to read, as well as a limited number of story words that are introduced and practised throughout. Simple sentences and frequently repeated words help to build the confidence of beginner readers and the four different levels of books support children all the way from very first reading practice through to independent, fluent reading.Each book has been carefully checked by educational consultants and can be read independently at home or used in a guided reading session at school. Further content includes comprehension puzzles, helpful notes for parents, carers and teachers, and book band information for use in schools.The Three Billy Goats Gruff is a Level 1 Read it yourself title, suitable for very early readers who have had some initial reading instruction and are ready to take their first steps in reading real stories. Each story is told very simply, using a small number of frequently repeated words.
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  • Read It Yourself: Hansel And Gretel: Level 3

    Ladybird

    Paperback (Ladybird, June 21, 2011)
    Read it yourself is a learning to read series of classic, traditional stories with four levels of difficulty to suit the stage your child is at with reading. Written in a simple way for young readers, they will build their confidence in learning to read as they progress through each level. Familiar fairytales and exciting stories will amuse children and encourage them to progress further with this series and become confident readers. Each book in the Read it yourself with Ladybird series is carefully structured to include many everyday words that are vital for first reading/beginner readers. They also contain clear, beautiful pictures for extra support and interest. Extra puzzle questions at the end of each book further help with comprehension. This "Read it yourself version of Hansel and Gretel" is a level 3 title and so suitable for children who are developing reading confidence and can read simple stories with help. It has a wider range of vocabulary to help improve reading stamina. Trust Ladybird to help your child learn to read and become a confident reader.
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  • Read It Yourself Jack and the Beanstalk

    Ladybird

    Hardcover (Ladybird, Aug. 27, 2013)
    The classic fairy tale. When Jack sells his cow for some magic beans, they grow into a beanstalk with a GIANT surprise at the top! Fee, fi fo fum! Read it yourself with Ladybird is one of Ladybird's best-selling series. For over thirty-five years it has helped young children who are learning to read develop and improve their reading skills. Each Read it yourself book is very carefully written to include many key, high-frequency words that are vital for learning to read, as well as a limited number of story words that are introduced and practised throughout. Simple sentences and frequently repeated words help to build the confidence of beginner readers and the four different levels of books support children all the way from very first reading practice through to independent, fluent reading. Each book has been carefully checked by educational consultants and can be read independently at home or used in a guided reading session at school. Further content includes comprehension puzzles, helpful notes for parents, carers and teachers, and book band information for use in schools. Jack and the Beanstalk is a Level 3 Read it yourself title, suitable for children who are developing reading confidence and stamina, and are eager to start reading longer stories with a wider vocabulary.
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  • Read It Yourself Level 3 Jack And The Beanstalk

    Robert Mcphillips

    Hardcover (Ladybird, Aug. 4, 1998)
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