Read It Yourself

171 books in this series
Akbar and Birbal: The Khichri : Read It Yourself - Level 3 Confident Reader
Akbar and Birbal: The Khichri : Read It Yourself - Level 3 Confident Reader
Based on the popular Akbar and Birbal tales from India. One day, Emperor Akbar and his chief minister Birbal make a bet that a man cannot stay in freezing water all night long. When Akbar thinks the man has cheated, how can Birbal show Akbar that he might be wrong?

Akbar and Birbal: The Khichri 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.
Aladdin: Read It Yourself - Level 3 Confident Reader
Aladdin: Read It Yourself - Level 3 Confident Reader
Based on the well-loved story of Aladdin, a boy who finds a magical lamp with a genie inside! The genie grants all of Aladdin's wishes, but can Aladdin escape the wicked magician who wants the magical lamp for himself?

Aladdin 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.
Alice in Wonderland: Read It Yourself - Level 4 Fluent Reader
Alice in Wonderland: Read It Yourself - Level 4 Fluent Reader
Based on Lewis Carroll’s well-loved story. On a hot day, Alice takes a tumble down a rabbit hole. What strange adventures will she have after her fall, and who will she meet on the journey that follows?

Alice in Wonderland 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 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, Read It Yourself helps every child on their journey to becoming a confident reader.
Aliens! (Phonics Step 11): Read It Yourself - Level 0 Beginner Reader
Aliens! (Phonics Step 11): Read It Yourself - Level 0 Beginner Reader
Two rhyming stories that build on the phonics learnt in previous steps and focus on different spellings of familiar sounds.

Aliens!
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 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, Read It Yourself helps every child on their journey to becoming a confident reader.
Amazing Aircraft: Read It Yourself - Level 2 Developing Reader
Amazing Aircraft: Read It Yourself - Level 2 Developing Reader
Aircrafts come in all shapes and sizes. From passenger jets to racing planes, rescue helicopters to gliders, learn all about the wonderful aircraft that help us travel to exciting holiday destinations, race through the skies, save lives and have fun.

Amazing Aircraft 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.
Amazing Trains: Read It Yourself - Level 1 Early Reader
Amazing Trains: Read It Yourself - Level 1 Early Reader
How many different sorts of trains do you know? From steam trains to speedy bullet trains, learn all about the wonderful trains that transport people and goods all over the world.

Amazing Trains
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.
Anansi Helps a Friend: Read It Yourself - Level 1 Early Reader
Anansi Helps a Friend: Read It Yourself - Level 1 Early Reader
Based on Anansi the spider folktales from West Africa and the Caribbean. Anansi's children want to play with their friends, but the parents do not want them to! This uplifting story teaches the importance of being kind to others.

Anansi Helps a Friend
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.
Ancient and Imperial China: Read It Yourself - Level 4 Fluent Reader
Ancient and Imperial China: Read It Yourself - Level 4 Fluent Reader
Discover the Terracotta Army, the Silk Road and the great inventions of China - from paper and porcelain to fireworks and acupuncture.

Ancient and Imperial China
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 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, Read It Yourself helps every child on their journey to becoming a confident reader.
Ancient Egypt: Read It Yourself - Level 3 Confident Reader
Ancient Egypt: Read It Yourself - Level 3 Confident Reader
Have you heard of the ancient Egyptians? Learn all about this ancient civilisation who lived by the river Nile many years ago. From pharaohs and mummies to hieroglyphics and the pyramids, there are many fun facts to explore!

Ancient Egypt
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.
Banana Muffins (Phonics Step 6): Read It Yourself - Level 0 Beginner Reader
Banana Muffins (Phonics Step 6): Read It Yourself - Level 0 Beginner Reader
Two stories that build on the phonics learnt in previous steps, and focus on the sound and letter combinations: ch, sh, th (soft), th (hard), ng.

Banana Muffins
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 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, Read It Yourself helps every child on their journey to becoming a confident reader.
Barn Owl (Phonics Step 8): Read It Yourself - Level 0 Beginner Reader
Barn Owl (Phonics Step 8): Read It Yourself - Level 0 Beginner Reader
Two stories that build on the phonics learnt in previous steps and focus on the sound and letter combinations: ar, or, ur, ow, oi, er.

Barn Owl
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 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, Read It Yourself helps every child on their journey to becoming a confident reader.
The Big Dog (Phonics Step 5): Read It Yourself - Level 0 Beginner Reader
The Big Dog (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.

The Big 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.
Big Machines: Read It Yourself - Level 2 Developing Reader
Big Machines: Read It Yourself - Level 2 Developing Reader
Diggers, cranes, tractors, bulldozers, trucks and a whole lot more . . . Explore the big machines that help people lift, pull, push and move things of all shapes and sizes in this colourful, fascinating book.

Big Machines 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.
The Bravest Fox: Read It Yourself - Level 1 Early Reader
The Bravest Fox: Read It Yourself - Level 1 Early Reader
Fox friends Kip and Tip love playing in the wood. They try to see who can jump the highest or the furthest, but who is actually the bravest fox in the end?

The Bravest Fox
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.
The Camping Trip (Phonics Step 9): Read It Yourself - Level 0 Beginner Reader
The Camping Trip (Phonics Step 9): 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: igh, ear, air, ure.

The Camping Trip
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.
Carrie's Dance School (Phonics Step 12): Read It Yourself - Level 0 Beginner Reader
Carrie's Dance School (Phonics Step 12): Read It Yourself - Level 0 Beginner Reader
Two stories that build on the phonics learnt in previous steps and focus on different pronunciations of familiar letter combinations.

Carrie's Dance School
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.

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