Joseph Delaney used to be an English teacher, before becoming the best-selling author of the Spook's series, which has been published in 30 countries and sold over 4.5 million copies worldwide. The first book, The Spook's Apprentice, was adapted into a major motion picture starring Jeff Bridges and Julianne Moore.

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Lear Disappear is Book 25 of 28 in Actiphons Level 2, and is designed for an adult and child to read together. This story is also available as part of Actiphons Level 2 Box 3. 
 
Lear Disappear is playing a game of hide and seek with her friends. Who will find the best place to hide? 
 
Actiphons is an energetic phonics series for children who are learning to read. These lively stories practise 70 letter sounds, each with its own fun character and action, to help children become confident, fluent readers. 
 
Every book contains simple activities and tips, as well as a unique code which unlocks a collection of free online resources, including a song, audiobook and animation for each story. 
 
Visit the Ladybird Education website and use the Get Set! reading check to find the perfect Actiphons book for every child.

Actiphons Level 2 Book 25 Lear Disappear

Learn phonics and get active with Actiphons!

Jo Elworthy

Ley Honor Roberts

Mum's broken her arm and George and Flora go and ask Grandpa to help with making jam tarts. While they are there, he asks them to drop some eggs off at his neighbours, and gradually they realize that no one in the street knows each other and want to help. So they organise an amazing street party with lots of delicious home-cooked meals to eat. 
 
Packed full of recipes and tips for organising your own street party, George and Flora's Big Party is all about cooking and community: sharing recipes, making friends, helping to build a community in your neighbourhood.

George and Flora's Big Party

Michelle Robinson

Nick East

Two space-mad little boys get ready for bed and say goodnight to their toy rockets, launch pads and planet mobiles, before being whisked away into space on an adventure beyond their wildest dreams . . . 
 
This is the sixth book in Michelle Robinson and Nick East's beloved series. With a lyrical rhyme and evocative illustrations, this is the perfect bedtime book.

Goodnight Spaceman

Book and CD

Lizzie Finlay

One fine day Little Croc finds a lonely lost purse . . . and it's FULL of money! 
Does he keep it and use the money for himself? Will he succumb to the temptation of some new shoes, a cool lemonade or the teasing of his friends? NO! Honourable Little Croc is off to find the owner. And when the owner of the purse lets him keep it and the money inside, he soon realises that being honest is its own best reward! 
 
A brand new heart-warming tale from Dandylion creator, Lizzie Finlay!

Little Croc's Purse

Cricket Craig is Book 11 of 23 in Actiphons Level 1, and is designed for an adult and child to read together. This story is also available as part of Actiphons Level 1 Box 1. 
 
Cricket Craig is playing cricket with his friends. Will anything cheer Craig up when he sits on his special cricket cap? 
 
Actiphons is an energetic phonics series for children who are learning to read. These lively stories practise 70 letter sounds, each with its own fun character and action, to help children become confident, fluent readers. 
 
Every book contains simple activities and tips, as well as a unique code which unlocks a collection of free online resources, including a song, audiobook and animation for each story. 
 
Visit the Ladybird Education website and use the Get Set! reading check to find the perfect Actiphons book for every child.

Actiphons Level 1 Book 11 Cricket Craig

Mandy Archer

Kirsteen Harris-Jones

Butterfly wants everything to be perfect for her perfect birthday party. She's got her dress, her cake and the fairies are helping her with the invites and decoration. But when it rains and everybody has to go home the other fairies help to save the day! 
 
A gorgeous series about fairies, friendship and baking!

Fairies of Blossom Bakery: Butterfly and the Birthday Surprise

When an important messenger arrives at the Blossom Bakery on opening day asking Cupcake and her fairy friends to make a cake for Princess Crystal, they can't wait to get started. But things start to go wrong and as the pressure mounts, the fairy friends realise they need to work together to make the magic happen. 
 
A gorgeous new series about fairies, friendship and baking!

Fairies of Blossom Bakery: Cupcake and the Princess Party

Kite Mike is Book 17 of 19 in Actiphons Level 3, and is designed for children to read independently. This story is also available as part of Actiphons Level 3 Box 2. 
 
Kite Mike can't wait to play with his new kite. Will he be able to find the perfect place to fly it? 
 
Actiphons is an energetic phonics series for children who are learning to read. These lively stories practise 70 letter sounds, each with its own fun character and action, to help children become confident, fluent readers. 
 
Every book contains simple activities and tips, as well as a unique code which unlocks a collection of free online resources, including a song, audiobook and animation for each story. 
 
Visit the Ladybird Education website and use the Get Set! reading check to find the perfect Actiphons book for every child.

Actiphons Level 3 Book 17 Kite Mike

Plum and the fairies of Blossom Bakery are looking forward to Princess Crystal's Winter Ball but who will be crowned the Snow Belle? Plum has been working hard to get better at skating but on the day of the ball it's all going horribly wrong. Will her fairy friends be able to bring some festive cheer? 
 
 
A gorgeous new series about fairies, friendship and baking!

Fairies of Blossom Bakery: Plum and the Winter Ball

High Dwight is Book 16 of 23 in Actiphons Level 2, and is designed for an adult and child to read together. This story is also available as part of Actiphons Level 2 Box 2. 
 
High Dwight is so tall that he can see above everyone! But who will he find stuck in the tree? 
 
Actiphons is an energetic phonics series for children who are learning to read. These lively stories practise 70 letter sounds, each with its own fun character and action, to help children become confident, fluent readers. 
 
Every book contains simple activities and tips, as well as a unique code which unlocks a collection of free online resources, including a song, audiobook and animation for each story. 
 
Visit the Ladybird Education website and use the Get Set! reading check to find the perfect Actiphons book for every child.

Actiphons Level 2 Book 16 High Dwight

Avoiding Moira is Book 24 of 28 in Actiphons Level 2, and is designed for an adult and child to read together. This story is also available as part of Actiphons Level 2 Box 1. 
 
Avoiding Moira is dodging through the forest when she sees her friends gardening. What will they grow together? 
 
Actiphons is an energetic phonics series for children who are learning to read. These lively stories practise 70 letter sounds, each with its own fun character and action, to help children become confident, fluent readers. 
 
Every book contains simple activities and tips, as well as a unique code which unlocks a collection of free online resources, including a song, audiobook and animation for each story. 
 
Visit the Ladybird Education website and use the Get Set! reading check to find the perfect Actiphons book for every child.

Actiphons Level 2 Book 24 Avoiding Moira

Baseball Zane is Book 15 of 19 in Actiphons Level 3, and is designed for children to read independently. This story is also available as part of Actiphons Level 3 Box 1. 
 
Baseball Zane is a whole week early for the baseball game! Will he find something fun to do at the lake instead? 
 
Actiphons is an energetic phonics series for children who are learning to read. These lively stories practise 70 letter sounds, each with its own fun character and action, to help children become confident, fluent readers. 
 
Every book contains simple activities and tips, as well as a unique code which unlocks a collection of free online resources, including a song, audiobook and animation for each story. 
 
Visit the Ladybird Education website and use the Get Set! reading check to find the perfect Actiphons book for every child.

Actiphons Level 3 Book 15 Baseball Zane

Actiphons Level 2 is designed for an adult and child to read together. 
 
In this pack of ten books, meet Chasing Chad and friends as they introduce the letter sounds ch, sh, th (soft), th (hard), ng, ai, ee, igh, oa and oo (long). 
 
Actiphons is an energetic phonics series for children who are learning to read. These lively stories practise 70 letter sounds, each with its own fun character and action, to help children become confident, fluent readers. 
 
Every book contains simple activities and tips, as well as a unique code which unlocks a collection of free online resources, including a song, audiobook and animation for each story. 
 
Visit the Ladybird Education website and use the Get Set! reading check to find the perfect Actiphons book for every child.

Actiphons Level 2 Box 2: Books 9-18

Karate Kim is Book 12 of 23 in Actiphons Level 1, and is designed for an adult and child to read together. This story is also available as part of Actiphons Level 1 Box 1. 
 
There is a karate competition in the forest and Karate Kim is ready to go! Will she win each match? 
 
 Actiphons is an energetic phonics series for children who are learning to read. These lively stories practise 70 letter sounds, each with its own fun character and action, to help children become confident, fluent readers. 
 
Every book contains simple activities and tips, as well as a unique code which unlocks a collection of free online resources, including a song, audiobook and animation for each story. 
 
Visit the Ladybird Education website and use the Get Set! reading check to find the perfect Actiphons book for every child.

Actiphons Level 1 Book 12 Karate Kim

Powerful Howie is Book 23 of 28 in Actiphons Level 2, and is designed for an adult and child to read together. This story is also available as part of Actiphons Level 2 Box 3. 
 
Powerful Howie has a long list of jobs to do. How will he feel by the end of the day? 
 
Actiphons is an energetic phonics series for children who are learning to read. These lively stories practise 70 letter sounds, each with its own fun character and action, to help children become confident, fluent readers. 
 
Every book contains simple activities and tips, as well as a unique code which unlocks a collection of free online resources, including a song, audiobook and animation for each story. 
 
Visit the Ladybird Education website and use the Get Set! reading check to find the perfect Actiphons book for every child.

Actiphons Level 2 Book 23 Powerful Howie

Actiphons Level 3 is designed for children to read independently. 
 
In this pack of eight books, meet Playing Fay and friends as they introduce the letter sounds ay, ou, ie, ea, oy, ir, ue and aw. 
 
Actiphons is an energetic phonics series for children who are learning to read. These lively stories practise 70 letter sounds, each with its own fun character and action, to help children become confident, fluent readers. 
 
Every book contains simple activities and tips, as well as a unique code which unlocks a collection of free online resources, including a song, audiobook and animation for each story. 
 
Visit the Ladybird Education website and use the Get Set! reading check to find the perfect Actiphons book for every child.

Actiphons Level 3 Box 1: Books 1-8

Boxing Max is Book 4 of 28 in Actiphons Level 2, and is designed for an adult and child to read together. This story is also available as part of Actiphons Level 2 Box 1. 
 
Boxing Max never runs out of energy! He can jump, flip, hop and kick, but can he help Timmy Tennis fix his net? 
 
Actiphons is an energetic phonics series for children who are learning to read. These lively stories practise 70 letter sounds, each with its own fun character and action, to help children become confident, fluent readers. 
 
Every book contains simple activities and tips, as well as a unique code which unlocks a collection of free online resources, including a song, audiobook and animation for each story. 
 
Visit the Ladybird Education website and use the Get Set! reading check to find the perfect Actiphons book for every child.

Actiphons Level 2 Book 4 Boxing Max

Dancing Daisy is Book 8 of 23 in Actiphons Level 1, and is designed for an adult and child to read together. This story is also available as part of Actiphons Level 1 Box 1. 
 
Dancing Daisy loves taking her dog for a walk, but what will happen when Dot finds some mud and leaves to play in? 
 
Actiphons is an energetic phonics series for children who are learning to read. These lively stories practise 70 letter sounds, each with its own fun character and action, to help children become confident, fluent readers. 
 
Every book contains simple activities and tips, as well as a unique code which unlocks a collection of free online resources, including a song, audiobook and animation for each story. 
 
Visit the Ladybird Education website and use the Get Set! reading check to find the perfect Actiphons book for every child.

Actiphons Level 1 Book 8 Dancing Daisy

Swimming Sally is Book 1 of 23 in Actiphons Level 1, and is designed for an adult and child to read together. This story is also available as part of Actiphons Level 1 Box 1. 
 
Swimming Sally is trying to nap on the beach, when an ant wakes her up. Sally wants to rest but the ant just wants to play! 
 
Actiphons is an energetic phonics series for children who are learning to read. These lively stories practise 70 letter sounds, each with its own fun character and action, to help children become confident, fluent readers. 
 
Every book contains simple activities and tips, as well as a unique code which unlocks a collection of free online resources, including a song, audiobook and animation for each story. 
 
Visit the Ladybird Education website and use the Get Set! reading check to find the perfect Actiphons book for every child.

Actiphons Level 1 Book 1 Swimming Sally

Leaping Livia is Book 21 of 23 in Actiphons Level 1, and is designed for an adult and child to read together. This story is also available as part of Actiphons Level 1 Box 2. 
 
Leaping Livia is on a run with Adventure Annie when Annie loses her shoe! How will they get home now? 
 
Actiphons is an energetic phonics series for children who are learning to read. These lively stories practise 70 letter sounds, each with its own fun character and action, to help children become confident, fluent readers. 
 
Every book contains simple activities and tips, as well as a unique code which unlocks a collection of free online resources, including a song, audiobook and animation for each story. 
 
Visit the Ladybird Education website and use the Get Set! reading check to find the perfect Actiphons book for every child.

Actiphons Level 1 Book 21 Leaping Livia

Whizzing Fizz is Book 7 of 28 in Actiphons Level 2, and is designed for an adult and child to read together. This story is also available as part of Actiphons Level 2 Box 1. 
 
Whizzing Fizz is buzzing with excitement! 
It's Physical Phil's birthday and Fizz is planning a very special party. 
 
 Actiphons is an energetic phonics series for children who are learning to read. These lively stories practise 70 letter sounds, each with its own fun character and action, to help children become confident, fluent readers. 
 
Every book contains simple activities and tips, as well as a unique code which unlocks a collection of free online resources, including a song, audiobook and animation for each story. 
 
Visit the Ladybird Education website and use the Get Set! reading check to find the perfect Actiphons book for every child.

Actiphons Level 2 Book 7 Whizzing Fizz

Rugby Robbie is Book 16 of 23 in Actiphons Level 1, and is designed for an adult and child to read together. This story is also available as part of Actiphons Level 1 Box 1. 
 
Rugby Robbie is out for a run but his path is blocked! How will Robbie safely clear the way? 
 
Actiphons is an energetic phonics series for children who are learning to read. These lively stories practise 70 letter sounds, each with its own fun character and action, to help children become confident, fluent readers. 
 
Every book contains simple activities and tips, as well as a unique code which unlocks a collection of free online resources, including a song, audiobook and animation for each story. 
 
Visit the Ladybird Education website and use the Get Set! reading check to find the perfect Actiphons book for every child.

Actiphons Level 1 Book 16 Rugby Robbie

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