Read It Yourself

187 books in this series
Book cover of Emma Explorer (Phonics Step 1): Read It Yourself - Level 0 Beginner Reader by Ladybird

Emma Explorer (Phonics Step 1): Read It Yourself - Level 0 Beginner Reader

An introduction to phonics that focuses on the letter sounds: g, k, e, u, h, l, j, v, w, x, y, z, qu.

Emma Explorer
is from Beginner Reader Level 0. It is ideal for children aged 4+ who are developing their first phonics skills. Steps 1 to 12 gradually introduce new letters and sounds.

Read It Yourself is a series of modern stories, traditional tales and first reference books written in a simple way for children who are learning to read in English.

Beginner Reader Level 0 is a twelve-step programme to support children who are developing their phonics reading skills. It introduces new letters and sounds in a systematic order.

Levels 1 to 4 are written for children who are moving beyond phonics and gaining reading confidence and fluency. Each book includes simple sentences and high-frequency words, as well as a limited number of new words for essential reading practice.

Each book has been thoroughly checked by educational consultants and includes tips for helping children with their reading, as well as comprehension puzzles and book band information.

With five levels to take children from first phonics to fluent reading, Read It Yourself helps every child on their journey to becoming a confident reader.
Book cover of Gus and Ross (Phonics Step 4): Read It Yourself - Level 0 Beginner Reader by Ladybird

Gus and Ross (Phonics Step 4): Read It Yourself - Level 0 Beginner Reader

Two stories that build on the phonics learned in previous steps and focus on the sound and letter combinations: e, u, r, h, b, f, ff, l, ll, ss.

Gus and Ross
is from Beginner Reader Level 0. It is ideal for children aged 4+ who are developing their first phonics skills. Steps 1 to 12 gradually introduce new letters and sounds.

Read It Yourself is a series of modern stories, traditional tales and first reference books written in a simple way for children who are learning to read in English.

Beginner Reader Level 0 is a twelve-step programme to support children who are developing their phonics reading skills. It introduces new letters and sounds in a systematic order.

Levels 1 to 4 are written for children who are moving beyond phonics and gaining reading confidence and fluency. Each book includes simple sentences and high-frequency words, as well as a limited number of new words for essential reading practice.

Each book has been thoroughly checked by educational consultants and includes tips for helping children with their reading, as well as comprehension puzzles and book band information.

With five levels to take children from first phonics to fluent reading, Read It Yourself helps every child on their journey to becoming a confident reader.
Book cover of It is Nat! (Phonics Step 2): Read It Yourself - Level 0 Beginner Reader by Ladybird

It is Nat! (Phonics Step 2): Read It Yourself - Level 0 Beginner Reader

Two stories that build on the letter sounds learned in Step 1 and focus on the sound and letter combinations: s, a, t, p, i, n.

It Is Nat! is from Beginner Reader Level 0. It is ideal for children aged 4+ who are developing their first phonics skills. Steps 1 to 12 gradually introduce new letters and sounds.

Read It Yourself is a series of modern stories, traditional tales and first reference books written in a simple way for children who are learning to read in English.

Beginner Reader Level 0 is a twelve-step programme to support children who are developing their phonics reading skills. It introduces new letters and sounds in a systematic order.

Levels 1 to 4 are written for children who are moving beyond phonics and gaining reading confidence and fluency. Each book includes simple sentences and high-frequency words, as well as a limited number of new words for essential reading practice.

Each book has been thoroughly checked by educational consultants and includes tips for helping children with their reading, as well as comprehension puzzles and book band information.

With five levels to take children from first phonics to fluent reading, Read It Yourself helps every child on their journey to becoming a confident reader.
Book cover of Jack and Jen (Phonics Step 7): Read It Yourself - Level 0 Beginner Reader by Ladybird

Jack and Jen (Phonics Step 7): Read It Yourself - Level 0 Beginner Reader

Two stories that build on the phonics learned in previous steps and focus on the sound and letter combinations: ai, ee, oa, oo (long), oo (short).

Jack and Jen
is from Beginner Reader Level 0. It is ideal for children aged 4+ who are developing their first phonics skills. Steps 1 to 12 gradually introduce new letters and sounds.

Read It Yourself is a series of modern stories, traditional tales and first reference books written in a simple way for children who are learning to read in English.

Beginner Reader Level 0 is a twelve-step programme to support children who are developing their phonics reading skills. It introduces new letters and sounds in a systematic order.

Levels 1 to 4 are written for children who are moving beyond phonics and gaining reading confidence and fluency. Each book includes simple sentences and high-frequency words, as well as a limited number of new words for essential reading practice.

Each book has been thoroughly checked by educational consultants and includes tips for helping children with their reading, as well as comprehension puzzles and book band information.

With five levels to take children from first phonics to fluent reading, Read It Yourself helps every child on their journey to becoming a confident reader.
Book cover of Top Dog (Phonics Step 3): Read It Yourself - Level 0 Beginner Reader by Ladybird

Top Dog (Phonics Step 3): Read It Yourself - Level 0 Beginner Reader

Two stories that build on the phonics learned in previous steps and focus on the sound and letter combinations: m, d, g, o, c, k, ck.

Top Dog is from Beginner Reader Level 0. It is ideal for children aged 4+ who are developing their first phonics skills. Steps 1 to 12 gradually introduce new letters and sounds.

Read It Yourself is a series of modern stories, traditional tales and first reference books written in a simple way for children who are learning to read in English.

Beginner Reader Level 0 is a twelve-step programme to support children who are developing their phonics reading skills. It introduces new letters and sounds in a systematic order.

Levels 1 to 4 are written for children who are moving beyond phonics and gaining reading confidence and fluency. Each book includes simple sentences and high-frequency words, as well as a limited number of new words for essential reading practice.

Each book has been thoroughly checked by educational consultants and includes tips for helping children with their reading, as well as comprehension puzzles and book band information.

With five levels to take children from first phonics to fluent reading, Read It Yourself helps every child on their journey to becoming a confident reader.
Book cover of Visit the Vet (Phonics Step 5): Read It Yourself - Level 0 Beginner Reader by Ladybird

Visit the Vet (Phonics Step 5): Read It Yourself - Level 0 Beginner Reader

Two stories that build on the phonics learned in previous steps and focus on the sound and letter combinations: j, v, w, x, y, z, zz, qu.

Visit the Vet is from Beginner Reader Level 0. It is ideal for children aged 4+ who are developing their first phonics skills. Steps 1 to 12 gradually introduce new letters and sounds.

Read It Yourself is a series of modern stories, traditional tales and first reference books written in a simple way for children who are learning to read in English.

Beginner Reader Level 0 is a twelve-step programme to support children who are developing their phonics reading skills. It introduces new letters and sounds in a systematic order.

Levels 1 to 4 are written for children who are moving beyond phonics and gaining reading confidence and fluency. Each book includes simple sentences and high-frequency words, as well as a limited number of new words for essential reading practice.

Each book has been thoroughly checked by educational consultants and includes tips for helping children with their reading, as well as comprehension puzzles and book band information.

With five levels to take children from first phonics to fluent reading, Read It Yourself helps every child on their journey to becoming a confident reader.
Book cover of Wizard Woody (Phonics Step 11): Read It Yourself - Level 0 Beginner Reader by Ladybird

Wizard Woody (Phonics Step 11): Read It Yourself - Level 0 Beginner Reader

Two rhyming stories that build on the phonics learned in previous steps and focus on different spellings of familiar sounds.

Wizard Woody
is from Beginner Reader Level 0. It is ideal for children aged 4+ who are developing their first phonics skills. Steps 1 to 12 gradually introduce new letters and sounds.

Read It Yourself is a series of modern stories, traditional tales and first reference books written in a simple way for children who are learning to read in English.

Beginner Reader Level 0 is a twelve-step programme to support children who are developing their phonics reading skills. It introduces new letters and sounds in a systematic order.

Levels 1 to 4 are written for children who are moving beyond phonics and gaining reading confidence and fluency. Each book includes simple sentences and high-frequency words, as well as a limited number of new words for essential reading practice.

Each book has been thoroughly checked by educational consultants and includes tips for helping children with their reading, as well as comprehension puzzles and book band information.

With five levels to take children from first phonics to fluent reading, Read It Yourself helps every child on their journey to becoming a confident reader.
Book cover of Wowzer (Phonics Step 10): Read It Yourself - Level 0 Beginner Reader by Ladybird

Wowzer (Phonics Step 10): Read It Yourself - Level 0 Beginner Reader

Two stories that build on the phonics learned in previous steps and practise sound and letter combinations that have already been encountered.

Wowzer
is from Beginner Reader Level 0. It is ideal for children aged 4+ who are developing their first phonics skills. Steps 1 to 12 gradually introduce new letters and sounds.

Read It Yourself is a series of modern stories, traditional tales and first reference books written in a simple way for children who are learning to read in English.

Beginner Reader Level 0 is a twelve-step programme to support children who are developing their phonics reading skills. It introduces new letters and sounds in a systematic order.

Levels 1 to 4 are written for children who are moving beyond phonics and gaining reading confidence and fluency. Each book includes simple sentences and high-frequency words, as well as a limited number of new words for essential reading practice.

Each book has been thoroughly checked by educational consultants and includes tips for helping children with their reading, as well as comprehension puzzles and book band information.

With five levels to take children from first phonics to fluent reading, Read It Yourself helps every child on their journey to becoming a confident reader.
Book cover of Dom's Dragon: Read It Yourself - Level 2 Developing Reader by Ladybird

Dom's Dragon: Read It Yourself - Level 2 Developing Reader

An exciting tale of friendship. When Dom finds a dragon’s egg, he decides to keep the hatchling a secret from the king. Can Dom protect his new friend and help the frosty kingdom, too?

Dom's Dragon is from Developing Reader Level 2. It is ideal for children aged 6+ who are confidently using their phonics knowledge and can read short, simple sentences with only a little help. Frequently repeated words help improve fluency and confidence.

Read It Yourself is a series of modern stories, traditional tales and first reference books written in a simple way for children who are learning to read in English.

Beginner Reader Level 0 is a twelve-step programme to support children who are developing their phonics reading skills. It introduces new letters and sounds in a systematic order.

Levels 1 to 4 are written for children who are moving beyond phonics and gaining reading confidence and fluency. Each book includes simple sentences and high-frequency words, as well as a limited number of new words for essential reading practice.

Each book has been thoroughly checked by educational consultants and includes tips for helping children with their reading, as well as comprehension puzzles and book band information.

With five levels to take children from first phonics to fluent reading, Read It Yourself helps every child on their journey to becoming a confident reader.
Book cover of The Emperor's New Clothes: Read It Yourself - Level 1 Early Reader by Ladybird

The Emperor's New Clothes: Read It Yourself - Level 1 Early Reader

Based on the well-loved classic fairy tale. An emperor is convinced he has a magical outfit that only clever people can see. He struts around in his new clothes, proudly showing off to everyone. Is he really as special as he thinks, or is he just making a fool of himself?

The Emperor's New Clothes is from Early Reader Level 1. It is perfect for children aged 5+ who can use their existing phonics knowledge to practise reading simple words and short sentences with help. Each book uses a small number of frequently repeated words to steadily build reading confidence.

Read It Yourself is a series of modern stories, traditional tales and first reference books written in a simple way for children who are learning to read in English.

Beginner Reader Level 0 is a twelve-step programme to support children who are developing their phonics reading skills. It introduces new letters and sounds in a systematic order.

Levels 1 to 4 are written for children who are moving beyond phonics and gaining reading confidence and fluency. Each book includes simple sentences and high-frequency words, as well as a limited number of new words for essential reading practice.

Each book has been thoroughly checked by educational consultants and includes tips for helping children with their reading, as well as comprehension puzzles and book band information.

With five levels to take children from first phonics to fluent reading, Read It Yourself helps every child on their journey to becoming a confident reader.
Book cover of Fairy Friends: Read It Yourself - Level 1 Early Reader by Ladybird

Fairy Friends: Read It Yourself - Level 1 Early Reader

Kind fairies Lily and Rose are always willing to lend a helping hand, but they keep falling for the tricks of the naughty elf Patch. Can they outsmart him and save the day, or will Patch's mischief get the best of them?

Fairy Friends is from Early Reader Level 1. It is perfect for children aged 5+ who can use their existing phonics knowledge to practise reading simple words and short sentences with help. Each book uses a small number of frequently repeated words to steadily build reading confidence.

Read It Yourself is a series of modern stories, traditional tales and first reference books written in a simple way for children who are learning to read in English.

Beginner Reader Level 0 is a twelve-step programme to support children who are developing their phonics reading skills. It introduces new letters and sounds in a systematic order.

Levels 1 to 4 are written for children who are moving beyond phonics and gaining reading confidence and fluency. Each book includes simple sentences and high-frequency words, as well as a limited number of new words for essential reading practice.

Each book has been thoroughly checked by educational consultants and includes tips for helping children with their reading, as well as comprehension puzzles and book band information.

With five levels to take children from first phonics to fluent reading, Read It Yourself helps every child on their journey to becoming a confident reader.
Book cover of Heidi: Read It Yourself - Level 4 Fluent Reader by Ladybird

Heidi: Read It Yourself - Level 4 Fluent Reader

Heidi loves her new life with her grandfather in a small Alpine village, playing with the goats and her friend Peter. But when she's sent to the city, she feels sad and homesick. Can Heidi find a way back to her grandfather and the mountains she loves, and help her new friend Clara along the way? Join Heidi in this touching story of friendship and home.

Heidi is from Fluent Reader Level 4 and is ideal for more fluent readers aged from 7+ who are starting to read independently.

Read It Yourself is a series of modern stories, traditional tales and first reference books written in a simple way for children who are learning to read in English.

Beginner Reader Level 0 is a twelve-step programme to support children who are developing their phonics reading skills. It introduces new letters and sounds in a systematic order.

Levels 1 to 4 are written for children who are moving beyond phonics and gaining reading confidence and fluency. Each book includes simple sentences and high-frequency words, as well as a limited number of new words for essential reading practice.

Each book has been thoroughly checked by educational consultants and includes tips for helping children with their reading, as well as comprehension puzzles and book band information.

With five levels to take children from first phonics to fluent reading, Read It Yourself helps every child on their journey to becoming a confident reader.
Book cover of Jon's Football Team: Read It Yourself - Level 1 Early Reader by Ladybird

Jon's Football Team: Read It Yourself - Level 1 Early Reader

Jon and his friends dream of playing like famous footballer Ben Wills. But, despite their hard work, they can't seem to score any goals! Can they finally achieve their dream of winning?

Jon's Football Team is from Early Reader Level 1. It is perfect for children aged 5+ who can use their existing phonics knowledge to practise reading simple words and short sentences with help. Each book uses a small number of frequently repeated words to steadily build reading confidence.

Read It Yourself is a series of modern stories, traditional tales and first reference books written in a simple way for children who are learning to read in English.

Beginner Reader Level 0 is a twelve-step programme to support children who are developing their phonics reading skills. It introduces new letters and sounds in a systematic order.

Levels 1 to 4 are written for children who are moving beyond phonics and gaining reading confidence and fluency. Each book includes simple sentences and high-frequency words, as well as a limited number of new words for essential reading practice.

Each book has been thoroughly checked by educational consultants and includes tips for helping children with their reading, as well as comprehension puzzles and book band information.

With five levels to take children from first phonics to fluent reading, Read It Yourself helps every child on their journey to becoming a confident reader.
Book cover of The Jungle Book: Read It Yourself - Level 3 Confident Reader by Ladybird

The Jungle Book: Read It Yourself - Level 3 Confident Reader

Based on the classic tale. Mowgli has lived in the jungle with his animal friends Baloo and Bagheera all his life. But when the tiger Shere Khan threatens him, Mowgli must leave. On his journey, he tries to find out where he really belongs— in the human village or the jungle.


The Jungle Book is from Confident Reader Level 3. It is perfect for children aged 6–7 years who are developing greater reading confidence and stamina, and who can independently read simple stories with a wider vocabulary.

Read It Yourself is a series of modern stories, traditional tales and first reference books written in a simple way for children who are learning to read in English.

Beginner Reader Level 0 is a twelve-step programme to support children who are developing their phonics reading skills. It introduces new letters and sounds in a systematic order.

Levels 1 to 4 are written for children who are moving beyond phonics and gaining reading confidence and fluency. Each book includes simple sentences and high-frequency words, as well as a limited number of new words for essential reading practice.

Each book has been thoroughly checked by educational consultants and includes tips for helping children with their reading, as well as comprehension puzzles and book band information.

With five levels to take children from first phonics to fluent reading, Read It Yourself helps every child on their journey to becoming a confident reader.
Book cover of The Little Mermaid: Read It Yourself - Level 4 Fluent Reader by Ladybird

The Little Mermaid: Read It Yourself - Level 4 Fluent Reader

Based on the classic story. The Little Mermaid dreams of living on land and finding true love. When she falls for a human prince, she makes a daring decision to give up her voice in exchange for legs. Will her sacrifice be worth it?

The Little Mermaid is from Fluent Reader Level 4 and is ideal for more fluent readers aged from 7+ who are starting to read independently.

Each book has been carefully checked by educational and subject consultants and includes comprehension puzzles, book band information, and tips for helping children with their reading.

With five levels to take children from first phonics to fluent reading and a wide range of different stories and topics for every interest, Read It Yourself helps children build their confidence and begin reading for pleasure.
Book cover of Pinocchio: Read It Yourself - Level 4 Fluent Reader by Ladybird

Pinocchio: Read It Yourself - Level 4 Fluent Reader

Based on a classic tale. Pinocchio is a mischievous puppet who dreams of becoming a real boy. When he runs away from home, he embarks on an adventure full of challenges and temptations. Along the way, he learns important lessons about honesty, bravery, and family.

Pinocchio is from Fluent Reader Level 4. It is ideal for children aged 7+ who can confidently read texts with a wider vocabulary, and who are beginning to read longer stories by themselves.

Read It Yourself is a series of modern stories, traditional tales and first reference books written in a simple way for children who are learning to read in English.

Beginner Reader Level 0 is a twelve-step programme to support children who are developing their phonics reading skills. It introduces new letters and sounds in a systematic order.

Levels 1 to 4 are written for children who are moving beyond phonics and gaining reading confidence and fluency. Each book includes simple sentences and high-frequency words, as well as a limited number of new words for essential reading practice.

Each book has been thoroughly checked by educational consultants and includes tips for helping children with their reading, as well as comprehension puzzles and book band information.

With five levels to take children from first phonics to fluent reading, Read It Yourself helps every child on their journey to becoming a confident reader.