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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Key Words with Peter and Jane uses the most frequently met words in the English language as a starting point for learning to read successfully and confidently. The Key Words reading scheme is scientifically researched and world renowned. 
 
In book 4b, Peter and Jane meet the animals at a farm in 41 new words including, 'work', 'thanks', 'stop' and 'horses'. Once this book has been completed, the child moves on to book 4c. 
 
The Key Words with Peter and Jane books work because each of the key words is introduced gradually and repeated frequently. This builds confidence in children when they recognise these key words on sight (also known as the 'look and say' method of learning). Examples of key words are: the, one, two, he. 
 
There are 12 levels, each with 3 books: a, b, and c. 
 
Series a: 
Gradually introduces new words. 
 
Series b: 
Provides further practise of words featured in the 'a' series. 
 
Series c: 
Links reading with writing and phonics. All the words that have been introduced in each 'a' and 'b' book are also reinforced in the 'c' books.

Key Words: 4b Fun at the farm

Key Words with Peter and Jane uses the most frequently met words in the English language as a starting point for learning to read successfully and confidently. The Key Words reading scheme is scientifically researched and world renowned. 
 
Book 2b is all about the things Peter and Jane like, and introduces 27 new words including 'you', 'want', 'look' and 'jump'. Once this book has been completed, the child moves on to book 3b. 
 
The Key Words with Peter and Jane books work because each of the key words is introduced gradually and repeated frequently. This builds confidence in children when they recognise these key words on sight (also known as the 'look and say' method of learning). Examples of key words are: the, one, two, he. 
 
There are 12 levels, each with 3 books: a, b, and c. 
 
Series a: 
Gradually introduces new words 
 
Series b: 
Provides further practise of words featured in the 'a' series 
 
Series c: 
Links reading with writing and phonics. All the words that have been introduced in each 'a' and 'b' book are also reinforced in the 'c' books

Key Words: 2b Have a go

Key Words with Peter and Jane uses the most frequently met words in the English language as a starting point for learning to read successfully and confidently. The Key Words reading scheme is scientifically researched and world renowned. 
 
In book 3b, Peter and Jane help their mum and dad in 36 new words including 'rabbits', 'play', 'cake' and 'school'. Once this book has been completed, the child moves on to book 3c. 
 
 
The Key Words with Peter and Jane books work because each of the key words is introduced gradually and repeated frequently. This builds confidence in children when they recognise these key words on sight (also known as the 'look and say' method of learning). Examples of key words are: the, one, two, he. 
 
There are 12 levels, each with 3 books: a, b, and c. 
 
Series a: 
Gradually introduces new words. 
 
Series b: 
Provides further practise of words featured in the 'a' series. 
 
Series c: 
Links reading with writing and phonics. All the words that have been introduced in each 'a' and 'b' book are also reinforced in the 'c' books.

Key Words: 3b Boys and girls

Key Words with Peter and Jane uses the most frequently met words in the English language as a starting point for learning to read successfully and confidently. The Key Words reading scheme is scientifically researched and world renowned. 
 
In book 4a, Peter and Jane explore different activities in 42 new words including 'then', 'house', 'make' and 'read'. Once this book has been completed, the child moves on to book 4b. 
 
The Key Words with Peter and Jane books work because each of the key words is introduced gradually and repeated frequently. This builds confidence in children when they recognise these key words on sight (also known as the 'look and say' method of learning). Examples of key words are: the, one, two, he. 
 
There are 12 levels, each with 3 books: a, b, and c. 
 
Series a: 
Gradually introduces new words. 
 
Series b: 
Provides further practise of words featured in the 'a' series. 
 
Series c: 
Links reading with writing and phonics. All the words that have been introduced in each 'a' and 'b' book are also reinforced in the 'c' books.

Key Words: 4a Things we do

Key Words with Peter and Jane uses the most frequently met words in the English language as a starting point for learning to read successfully and confidently. The Key Words reading scheme is scientifically researched and world renowned. 
 
Book 1a introduces Peter and Jane in 16 new words including 'and', 'I', 'likes' and 'has'. Once this book has been completed, the child moves on to book 1b. 
 
The Key Words with Peter and Jane books work because each of the key words is introduced gradually and repeated frequently. This builds confidence in children when they recognise these key words on sight (also known as the 'look and say' method of learning). Examples of key words are: the, one, two, he. 
 
There are 12 levels, each with 3 books: a, b, and c. 
 
Series a: 
Gradually introduces new words 
 
Series b: 
Provides further practise of words featured in the 'a' series 
 
Series c: 
Links reading with writing and phonics. All the words that have been introduced in each 'a' and 'b' book are also reinforced in the 'c' books

Key Words: 1a Play with us

Key Words with Peter and Jane uses the most frequently met words in the English language as a starting point for learning to read successfully and confidently. The Key Words reading scheme is scientifically researched and world renowned. 
 
In book 3a, Peter and Jane have fun doing things they like in 36 new words including 'me', 'tea', 'bed' and 'give'. Once this book has been completed, the child moves on to book 3b. 
 
The Key Words with Peter and Jane books work because each of the key words is introduced gradually and repeated frequently. This builds confidence in children when they recognise these key words on sight (also known as the 'look and say' method of learning). Examples of key words are: the, one, two, he. 
 
There are 12 levels, each with 3 books: a, b, and c. 
 
Series a: 
Gradually introduces new words 
 
Series b: 
Provides further practise of words featured in the 'a' series 
 
Series c: 
Links reading with writing and phonics. All the words that have been introduced in each 'a' and 'b' book are also reinforced in the 'c' books

Key Words: 3a Things we like

The bestselling Key Words with Peter and Jane reading scheme has been used successfully by parents and teachers all over the world for more than 45 years. 
This flash card pack contains the 100 key words that make up 50 per cent of those we read, write and speak every day. It is ideal for building reading confidence and using alongside the Key Words with Peter and Jane reading books. Use the cards and the helpful parent guide included inside the pack to help your child recognize words, build sentences and play games.

Key Words: Flash cards

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