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Read It Yourself

175 books in this series
Book cover of Sleeping Beauty: Read It Yourself - Level 2 Developing Reader by Ladybird

Sleeping Beauty: Read It Yourself - Level 2 Developing Reader

Based on the much-loved classic fairy tale. When a bad fairy casts a spell on a princess, it has shocking consequences for the whole kingdom. Can anyone find the enchanted castle and rescue Sleeping Beauty and her family?

Sleeping Beauty 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 Sly Fox and Red Hen: Read It Yourself - Level 2 Developing Reader by Ladybird

Sly Fox and Red Hen: Read It Yourself - Level 2 Developing Reader

Based on the popular classic tale about a hungry fox and a quick-witted hen. Sly Fox thinks catching Red Hen will be a breeze, but he soon discovers that he's met his match! Can Red Hen stay one step ahead of Sly Fox, or will she go into his cooking pot?

Sly Fox and Red Hen
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 Space Party (Phonics Step 1): Read It Yourself - Level 0 Beginner Reader by Ladybird

Space Party (Phonics Step 1): Read It Yourself - Level 0 Beginner Reader

An introduction to phonics that focuses on the initial letter sounds: s, a, t, p, i, n, m, d, o, c, r, b, f.

Space Party 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 Super Structures: Read It Yourself - Level 4 Fluent Reader by Ladybird

Super Structures: Read It Yourself - Level 4 Fluent Reader

The world has lots of impressive structures that we can visit! Read all about tall buildings, strong bridges, and huge statues which people see and use around the globe.

Super Structures 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.
Book cover of Superhero Max: Read It Yourself - Level 2 Developing Reader by Ladybird

Superhero Max: Read It Yourself - Level 2 Developing Reader

When dastardly Lady Rob and Ricky Rob set out to rob a bank, ordinary boy Max becomes Swooperman, a soaring, crime-busting superhero! But the baddies hatch a cunning plan to steal his swoop boots. Can Max get them back and save the day?

Superhero Max
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 Talent Show: Read It Yourself - Level 3 Confident Reader by Ladybird

The Talent Show: Read It Yourself - Level 3 Confident Reader

It's time for the Harmony School talent show! There are lots of talented kids, but who will win - Alex and her rock band the A-Stars or street dancers Ziggy and the Zigzags?

The Talent Show 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 Three Billy Goats Gruff: Read It Yourself - Level 1 Early Reader by Ladybird

The Three Billy Goats Gruff: Read It Yourself - Level 1 Early Reader

Based on the well-loved classic tale. The three billy goats Gruff want to eat the grass on the other side of the bridge. There's only one problem, a giant troll is lurking underneath! Will the billy goats Gruff find a way to make it past the grumpy old troll?

The Three Billy Goats Gruff
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 Three Fish: Read It Yourself - Level 1 Early Reader by Ladybird

The Three Fish: Read It Yourself - Level 1 Early Reader

Based on a popular Panchatantra story from India. Fishers have come along to the pond where three big fish live. When faced with danger, the fish make a plan to escape. Will all three of the fish get away in time?

The Three Fish
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 Three Little Pigs: Read It Yourself - Level 2 Developing Reader by Ladybird

The Three Little Pigs: Read It Yourself - Level 2 Developing Reader

Based on the well-loved classic tale. Three little pigs build themselves three cosy homes. But along comes the big, bad wolf . . . What will happen when he huffs and puffs and tries to blow their houses down?

The Three Little Pigs 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 Tim, Bess and Tess (Phonics Step 4): Read It Yourself - Level 0 Beginner Reader by Ladybird

Tim, Bess and Tess (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.

Tim, Bess and Tess 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 Visiting Grandad (Phonics Step 10): Read It Yourself - Level 0 Beginner Reader by Ladybird

Visiting Grandad (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.

Visiting Grandad
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 Water: Read It Yourself - Level 4 Fluent Reader by Ladybird

Water: Read It Yourself - Level 4 Fluent Reader

Humans, animals, and plants need water every day to survive. But where does it come from? How do we know if it is safe to drink? Learn all about how water is saved, cleaned, and shared in this fact-filled book.

Water 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.
Book cover of Why Anansi Has Eight Thin Legs : Read It Yourself - Level 3 Confident Reader by Ladybird

Why Anansi Has Eight Thin Legs : Read It Yourself - Level 3 Confident Reader

Based on the popular West African folk tale. Anansi the trickster spider has a plan to get a free meal from each of his friends. If they pull on a thread tied to his legs when the food is ready, he'll come and eat! But is his plan really so clever after all?

Why Anasi Has Eight Thin Legs 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 Why the Sun and Moon Live in the Sky: Read It Yourself - Level 2 Developing Reader by Ladybird

Why the Sun and Moon Live in the Sky: Read It Yourself - Level 2 Developing Reader

Based on the classic West African folk tale. Sun and Water are good friends and neighbours. When Sun and Moon decide to build a larger house so Water can visit, they get a big surprise! A mythical tale about friendship and the origins of the world as we know it.

Why the Sun and Moon Live in the Sky 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 Wild Animals: Read It Yourself - Level 2 Developing Reader by Ladybird

Wild Animals: Read It Yourself - Level 2 Developing Reader

What are baby elephants called? How do gibbons move from tree to tree? Where do fennec foxes live? Discover the answers to these questions and other fascinating facts about wild animals living across the globe.

Wild Animals 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 Wild Weather: Read It Yourself - Level 3 Confident Reader by Ladybird

Wild Weather: Read It Yourself - Level 3 Confident Reader

Wild weather is from Confident Reader Level 3 and is perfect for more confident readers aged from 6+ who can read simple stories with help.

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.