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Ladybird Readers Level 1 - Pablo - Pablo Chooses his Shoes (ELT Graded Reader)

Ladybird Readers is an ELT graded reader series for children aged 3­-11 learning English as a foreign or second language. The series includes traditional tales, favourite characters, modern stories and non-fiction. Written by experts, it uses proven methods to help children learn English and grasp key grammar and vocabulary points. 
 <ul><li>Perfect for learning English in school or at home</li><li>Develops reading, writing, speaking, listening and critical thinking skills</li><li>Features much-loved characters and authors such as Peter Rabbit, Peppa Pig, Roald Dahl and Eric Carle </li><li>Eight levels follow the Common European Framework of Reference for language learning (CEFR)</li><li>Language activities in every book provide preparation for the Cambridge English Pre-A1 to A2 (YLE) tests</li><li>Features free online resources including audio, answer keys, lesson plans and tips for parents</li></ul>Pablo Chooses his Shoes, a Level 1 Reader, is Pre-A1 in the CEFR framework and includes practice for the Cambridge English Pre-A1 Starters tests. Short sentences contain a maximum of two clauses, using the present tense and some simple adjectives. 
 
Pablo is going to Granny's house today. "Can we go, too?" ask Pablo's friends. Pablo's blue shoes ask "can we go, too?" 
 
Visit the Ladybird Education website for more information.

Pablo (Author) 
Pablo is the first animated TV series to star an autistic character and the first TV programme with an all-autistic core cast. It is shown on Cbeebies, RTE and Netflix. 
 
Ladybird (Author) 
We make growing up the best story ever! Here at Ladybird, we publish books to inspire curious minds. From first words to fluency, we're here for young readers at every step. As the home of Read it yourself, Ladybird Readers and First Words with Peppa, we guide learners from one story to the next - sparking plenty of smiles along the way.

Ladybird Readers is an ELT graded reader series for children learning English as a foreign or second language. The series includes traditional tales, favourite characters, modern stories and non-fiction - featuring Spot, Peppa Pig and Peter Rabbit and classic authors such as Roald Dahl. 
 
Recommended for children aged 3-11, the eight levels of Ladybird Readers follow the CEFR framework(Pre-A1 to A2+) and include extra learning activities that develop key skills and provide preparation for the Cambridge English tests. Each book is Lexile measured and introduces key vocabulary and character names at the start of each reader. The books are written by language learning experts and include access to online audio, supplementary activities and learning resources including role plays, phrase cards and lesson plans. 
 
This Level 1 Reader is Pre-A1 in the CEFR framework and includes practice for the Cambridge English Pre-A1 Starters tests. Short sentences contain a maximum of two clauses, using the present tense and some simple adjectives.

Pablo At The Zoo

Pablo's friends meet their families at the zoo - but Noasaurus the dinosaur can't find his family. 
 
Pablo and the book animals help Noasaurus realise even though he might feel lost, family is where you find it. 
 
All Pablo books are written by writers on the autistic spectrum and are grounded in the real-life experiences of autistic children. These books help all children understand the world and face the world with confidence.

Pablo is the first animated TV series to star an autistic character and the first TV programme with an all-autistic core cast. It is shown on Cbeebies, RTE and Netflix.

Pablo: Pablo Goes Shopping

Pablo and his friends are going to the supermarket, or as they like to call it, the super place! 
 
Tang loves the super place, but Mouse finds it too bright and too noisy. 
 
Pablo and friends find different ways to have a lovely time among all the sights and sounds of the Super Place

Ladybird Readers Level 1 - Pablo - Noisy Party (ELT Graded Reader)

Ladybird Readers is an ELT graded reader series for children aged 3­-11 learning English as a foreign or second language. The series includes traditional tales, favourite characters, modern stories and non-fiction. Written by experts, it uses proven methods to help children learn English and grasp key grammar and vocabulary points. 
 <ul><li>Perfect for learning English in school or at home</li><li>Develops reading, writing, speaking, listening and critical thinking skills</li><li>Features much-loved characters and authors such as Peter Rabbit, Peppa Pig, Roald Dahl and Eric Carle </li><li>Eight levels follow the Common European Framework of Reference for language learning (CEFR)</li><li>Language activities in every book provide preparation for the Cambridge English Pre-A1 to A2 (YLE) tests</li><li>Features free online resources including audio, answer keys, lesson plans and tips for parents</li></ul>Noisy Party, a Level 1 Reader, is Pre-A1 in the CEFR framework and includes practice for the Cambridge English Pre-A1 Starters tests. Short sentences contain a maximum of two clauses, using the present tense and some simple adjectives. 
 
There is a party at Lorna's house. It is very noisy! Pablo does not like the noisy party. 
 
Visit the Ladybird Education website for more information.

Ladybird Readers Level 1 - Pablo - Are You Sad, Pablo? (ELT Graded Reader)

Ladybird Readers is an ELT graded reader series for children aged 3­-11 learning English as a foreign or second language. The series includes traditional tales, favourite characters, modern stories and non-fiction. Written by experts, it uses proven methods to help children learn English and grasp key grammar and vocabulary points. 
 <ul><li>Perfect for learning English in school or at home</li><li>Develops reading, writing, speaking, listening and critical thinking skills</li><li>Features much-loved characters and authors such as Peter Rabbit, Peppa Pig, Roald Dahl and Eric Carle </li><li>Eight levels follow the Common European Framework of Reference for language learning (CEFR)</li><li>Language activities in every book provide preparation for the Cambridge English Pre-A1 to A2 (YLE) tests</li><li>Features free online resources including audio, answer keys, lesson plans and tips for parents</li></ul>Are you Sad, Pablo? a Level 1 Reader, is Pre-A1 in the CEFR framework and includes practice for the Cambridge English Pre-A1 Starters tests. Short sentences contain a maximum of two clauses, using the present tense and some simple adjectives. 
 
Pablo's face is sad, but he is not sad. Pablo wants to play with Lorna, but how can he tell Mum? 
 
Visit the Ladybird Education website for more information.

Pablo: Pablo's Feelings

Sometimes your face doesn't show how you are feeling. 
 
Pablo wants to go to his cousin Lorna's house, but his mum sees the expression on his face and thinks that he doesn't want to go! 
 
 Pablo has autism and he sees the world in a different way. Together with his friends, the Book Animals, he comes up with a way to let people know what he is thinking!

Pablo is the first animated TV series to star an autistic character and the first TV programme with an all-autistic core cast. It is shown on CBBC, RTE and Netflix.

Pablo: Pablo Picks His Shoes

Pablo's shoes feel sad when they can't all go on a trip! 
 
Pablo thinks differently, he has autism and uses his creativity to understand the world around him. Pablo draws the Book Animals, and together they help each other face the world with confidence. 
 
Pablo and the Book Animals worry that Pablo's shoes will feel left out if they don't come on a trip to Granny's house. What clever solution will Pablo and his resourceful friends think of this time?

Pablo: Goodnight Pablo

Join Pablo and his friends in a lovely and heartwarming story! Pablo and his friend Wren don't want to go to sleep because they think they will disappear. The rest of Pablo's friends rally round them and help them understand that there is nothing to be worried about at night time.

Pablo thinks differently! Join Pablo and his friends in a lovely and heartwarming story! Pablo and his friend Wren don't want to go to sleep because they think they will disappear. The rest of Pablo's friends rally round them and help them understand that there is nothing to be worried about at night time.

Pablo: Pablo and the Noisy Party

Pablo thinks differently! Pablo's mum takes him to his cousin Lorna's birthday party, but Pablo gets scared of the noisy party and runs away! Pablo hides in the car, and soon his friends come to join him. Pablo's friends help him realise that it's OK if he doesn't want to go to the party. This lovely and heartwarming story will help readers understand that not everybody thinks the same way, and that some people feel differently about parties.

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Pablo

Ladybird Readers is an ELT graded reader series for children learning English as a foreign or second language. The series includes traditional tales, favourite characters, modern stories and non-fiction - featuring Spot, Peppa Pig and Peter Rabbit and classic authors such as Roald Dahl. 
 
Recommended for children aged 3-11, the eight levels of Ladybird Readers follow the CEFR framework(Pre-A1 to A2+) and include extra learning activities that develop key skills and provide preparation for the Cambridge English tests. Each book is Lexile measured and introduces key vocabulary and character names at the start of each reader. The books are written by language learning experts and include access to online audio, supplementary activities and learning resources including role plays, phrase cards and lesson plans. 
 
This Level 1 Reader is Pre-A1 in the CEFR framework. Short sentences contain a maximum of two clauses, using the present tense and some simple adjectives. 
 
Pablo cannot sleep in the dark. He does not like the dark. He draws his friends.

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