∙ Readers - Primary > DK

This reader which is about hibernation and a bear's search for a place to spend the winter. is part of a series designed for the National Curriculum as well as the Scottish and Irish Curricula to improve and aid the development of children's reading skills.

A trip to the dentist needn't be so scary when you can read all about it. Lots of photographs, simple vocabulary, and illustrations make a great book to read together with your child, and ideal for guided reading in the Literacy hour. Learning about the dentist is fun for beginner readers, and increases reading confidence.

With "DK Readers", children learn to read then read to learn. Spot some animal magic from the Arctic to the desert, from the sea to the mountains they have clever ways of keeping themselves safe and hidden. Some even use camouflage to protect themselves from predators! Follow the story and see how many you can find. "DK Readers" are part of a four-level highly pictorial reading scheme, with lively illustrations and engaging stories to encourage reading. Level 1 have simple sentences, limited vocabulary, word repetition, picture dic... read more

This Level 2 reader is suitable for Grades One to Three pupils, and is part of a four-level programme of narratives for beginner readers. Written in association with the National Literacy Trust, this book is one of a structured programme which children can work through from basic word repetition to real-life accounts of the San Francisco earthquake. The books are chosen not only because they appeal to the correct age group but also because they are gripping and really grab and hold the reader's attention.

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Get closer to the Dark Side. Want to know more about the evil Darth Sidious, Darth Maul and Vader? Or how the conflict first began between the Jedi and Sith? Discover everything you ever wanted to know about the Dark Side and more in this action-packed Reader. Filled with pictures of your favourite bad guys from all six movies, it's an out-of-this-world read. And don't forget, there's a galaxy-full of "DK Star Wars" books to collect.

What makes up the parts of a bright yellow sunflower? How many different colours in the bunch of balloons can you see? This "first-reading" book aims to excite and encourage young readers with vivd and colourful images as they start to learn to read.

Helps you to learn why the decision to invade was made, the impact that the D-Day invasion had on the Second World War and why Winston Churchill called it 'the greatest thing we have ever attempted'. This title details the action on the beaches and the history of the D-Day invasion.

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Intended to be read at home or at school this Level 1 reader is one of a series which is levelled to make learning to read easy.

This series has been carefully graded to 4 levels of readership and compiled iin consultation with literacy experts to ensure progression in reading. There are a variety of genres to appeal to children's individual interests. This particular title features dolphins.

"DK Readers" help a child learn to read and encourage a life-long love of reading. Where do animals live? Find out about the different shapes and sizes of their homes. "DK Readers" are part of a five-level highly pictorial reading scheme, with lively illustrations and engaging stories to encourage reading. Level 1 have simple sentences, limited vocabulary, word repetition, picture dictionary boxes and large type - read them together with children who are just beginning to learn and with early or reluctant readers. There are over 70... read more

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Take a look at the animals in the pond with ducks, frogs and fish, and there's so much to see! This title is packed with full-colour photographs, lively illustrations and engaging, age-appropriate stories to encourage children to develop reading skills. It is a multi-level reading programme guaranteed to capture children's interest. It allows you to dive in and have fun!

"DK Readers" help a child learn to read and encourage a life-long love of reading Earth matters...Follow the story of two children journeying around a town, learning about the environment and how to care for it. Find out how we can all make our world a cleaner, healthier place to live. "DK Readers" are part of a four-level highly pictorial reading scheme, which uses lively illustrations and engaging stories to encourage reading. Level 2 have long sentences, increased vocabulary, information boxes and a simple index - read them toge... read more

The titles in this series are carefully graded, compiled in consultation with literacy experts, to ensure progression in reading.

Introduce your child to the incredible ways that animals move on land, in the sky and in the sea. Written in consultation with literacy experts, this book has been designed for young readers who are beginning to read on their own but still need a little help from mum and dad.

From bright blue starfish crawling on the sea-bed to floating jelly fish and furry crabs climbing out of coral, children should love discovering all the treasures of the ocean in this brightly illustrated book.

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Stunning photographs combine with lively illustrations and engaging, age-appropriate stories in Dorling Kindersley Readers, a multi-level reading programme guaranteed to capture children's interest while developing their reading skills and general knowledge.