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New series from DK designed to help kids learn how to read and learn to love readingIn the Shadow of the Volcano is a 'Reading Alone' reader, perfect for children who are proficient readers, developing the habit of reading widely for both pleasure and information. DK Reads proves that good reads build great readers.Volcanologist Rosa Carelli and her son Carlo are caught up in the dramatic events unfolding as Mount Vesuvius re-awakens. A bulge appears on the west side indicating that this sleeping giant is about to erupt with devastating consequences. Will the mayor heed Rosa's warning and the villagers escape in time? Plus, there's interactive elements such as a volcano evacuation plan, a timeline of Vesuvius eruptions, an eruption index, a volcano fact file and more.In the Shadow of the Volcano is part of the new DK Reads series, a three-level reading scheme that helps children become confident readers, featuring engaging and illustrated topics, plus fun interactive aspects such as diaries, recipes, and games that support the national curriculum. DK Reads is created in consultation with literacy experts and adheres to levelled reading scheme guidelines so the grammar, vocabulary, and content are spot on for each stage. Now available with text that lights up as you read along and playful images and sounds.

Short stories for children designed to help kids learn how to read and learn to love readingShipwreck: Surviving the Storm is a "Reading Alone" book, perfect for supporting children who are proficient readers. These short stories for children have varied sentence lengths and rich vocabulary to develop the habit of reading widely for fun. DK Reads prove that good reads build great readers. Marina and Jason embark on a cruise ship around the Bahamas with their Dad, but the ocean turns stormy and the ship smashes into a submerged island. Floating on a life-craft and separated from their Dad, the children begin a dramatic and heart-racing ocean adventure. Shipwreck: Surviving the Storm is part of the DK Reads series, a three-level reading scheme of children's short stories that help kids become confident readers, featuring engaging and illustrated topics. Interactive aspects such as charts and games provide an element of fun while supporting the story and national curriculum. DK Reads is created in consultation with literacy experts and adheres to levelled reading scheme guidelines so the grammar, vocabulary and content are absolutely right.Now available with text that lights up as you read-along and playful images and sounds.

Read about inspiring women and their extraordinary achievements! DK Reader Amazing Women is a close-up look at the lives of extraordinary women from the past and present, from Cleopatra to Michelle Obama.DK's innovative range of levelled readers combines a highly visual approach with non-fiction narratives that children will love reading. DK Reader Amazing Women is a level 4 reader, Reading Alone, offering a delightful narrative for young children to encourage an interest in and desire to read. Simple sentences are used with an emphasis on frequently used words with strong visual clues and labels introducing and reinforcing vocabulary.Explore the world of extraordinary women with DK Reader Amazing Women, packed with facts kids will love reading.

Discover the wonders of Chinese New Year and all the colours of Diwali with this lively celebration of festivals around the world. DK Reader Festivals and Celebrations is packed with fun facts, bold photography and engaging text, perfect for those beginning to read. Covering the festivals by season, children can learn about: Easter, Holi, Dragon Boat Festival, Eid, Day of the Dead, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa as well as how Christmas is celebrated around the world and many more!DK's innovative range of levelled readers combines a highly visual approach with non-fiction narratives that children will love reading. DK Reader Festivals and Celebrations is a level 2 reader, Beginning to Read, offering a delightful narrative for young children to encourage an interest in and desire to read. Simple sentences are used with an emphasis on frequently used words with strong visual clues and labels introducing and reinforcing vocabulary.Explore how people celebrate holidays and festivals in all corners of the globe with DK Reader Festivals and Celebrations, packed with facts kids love reading.

Including facts, kids will love learning about elected leaders from around the world, from Barack Obama to Nelson Mandela, and how they came to power. With this nonfiction politics ebook, children will learn about where and how democracy began and how it has developed over the years. What is an Election? is a new Level 2 title in the engaging four-level DK Readers series, aimed at children who are beginning to learn to read. Developing a lifelong love of reading, DK Readers cover a vast range of fascinating subjects to support children as they learn to read.DK Readers are assessed by both Fountas & Pinnell and Lexile levels, and are ideal for learning to read while building general knowledge. What is an Election? explores a topic that will inspire and educate children, encouraging reading for pleasure which is linked with improved reading and writing abilities, as well as a wider vocabulary and greater self-confidence.

Journey through the rainforest and discover the amazing animals that live there in this fact-filled level 2 reader ebook.Includes incredible creatures, DK's Rainforest Animals will make learning to read fun and engaging for children. They will discover all about the amazing animals of the rainforest, from clever monkeys and fearsome bears, to brightly coloured birds and creepy crawlies. Amazing facts are paired with incredible images, providing an ideal balance of words and pictures for young learners. Created with the help of top literacy consultants, Rainforest Animals is the perfect ebook to help build general knowledge at the same time as learning to read. As rainforest animals is a favourite topic for kids, this ebook will encourage reading for pleasure, which is linked with improved reading and writing skills. Rainforest Animals is a new Level 2 title in the engaging four level DK Readers series, aimed at children who are learning to read. Helping to develop a lifelong love of reading, DK Readers cover a vast range of fascinating subjects to support children as they become confident readers. DK Level 2 Readers are suitable for children reading book band books up to orange level.

It's fifty years since the first human set foot on the surface of the Moon! Walking on the Moon celebrates this 50th anniversary of the Apollo 11 Moon landing by helping young space fans what it was like to actually be there.Blended with stunning photographs and captivating artwork, step-by-step details of events leading up to the mission are combined with eyewitness accounts and features on people who helped make the first Moon landing happen. A staggering 400,000 people, many of them working 'behind the scenes' at NASA, helped to achieve this historic milestone.This is the first book in the Imagine You Were There... series, which celebrates events that changed the world and the people who made them happen.

Journey back in time to learn all about the incredible Moon landing mission in Imagine You Were There... Walking on the Moon. Follow the Apollo 11 Moon landing from beginning to end by putting yourself in the shoes of the incredible people who made it happen, from scientists and astronauts, to suit makers and even those watching at home – you'll truly feel like you were there!Blended with stunning photographs and captivating artwork, step-by-step details of events leading up to the mission are combined with eyewitness accounts and features on people who helped make the first Moon landing happen. A staggering 400,000 people, many of them working 'behind the scenes' at NASA, helped to achieve this historic milestone.Discover the wonder of history's most iconic events in the Imagine You Were There... series, celebrating events that changed the world and the amazing people who made them happen.

Journey back in time to learn all about the incredible Moon landing mission in Imagine You Were There... Walking on the Moon. Follow the Apollo 11 Moon landing from beginning to end by putting yourself in the shoes of the incredible people who made it happen, from scientists and astronauts, to suit makers and even those watching at home – you'll truly feel like you were there!Blended with stunning photographs and captivating artwork, step-by-step details of events leading up to the mission are combined with eyewitness accounts and features on people who helped make the first Moon landing happen. A staggering 400,000 people, many of them working 'behind the scenes' at NASA, helped to achieve this historic milestone.Discover the wonder of history's most iconic events in the Imagine You Were There... series, celebrating events that changed the world and the amazing people who made them happen.

Imagine you were there... Winning the Vote for Women reveals the stories behind the strong-willed people from around the world who fought for the right to vote. Stunning photography and beautiful illustrations bring events from the 19th Century to present day to life. Meet the women, and the men, from every continent who fought both for and against the suffrage movement, and those that are continuing the fight today. From New Zealand in 1894 to Saudi Arabia in 2014, young readers will discover the global petitions, the campaigns, the peaceful protests and marches, as well as the extreme measures taken by suffragists and suffragettes in their determination to change history.Collect all the books in the Imagine You Were There... series that celebrates historic events that changed the world and the people who made them happen.

Welcome to China takes readers on a whirlwind tour of the world's biggest country, taking a look at its people, its landscape, its culture, and how all of these are changing with the times. Photographs combine with lively illustrations and engaging, age-appropriate stories in DK Readers, a multi-level reading programme guaranteed to capture children's interest while developing their reading skills and general knowledge.

Now in ebook format, this is a static, generic epub.Introduces children to a historical genius and helps encourage a life-long love of reading. Each book in this ebook series is specially crafted to suit the interests and learning stages of beginning readers. It tells the story of the greatest inventor of the modern age, and how his creations have changed our world. This multi-level reading programme guaranteed to capture a child's interest while developing reading skills and general knowledge.

Starting school is a big adventure. Is your little star ready? He or she will have all sorts of questions. Where will I sit? What will I eat for lunch? Will I make friends? This warm, funny and, above all, reassuring book explores these questions and many more besides. Its positive message will help children look forward to and enjoy their adventures at school.Featuring funny illustrations by the wonderful Arthur Robins, Starting School explores a variety of scenarios in different school settings. This book is ideal to dip into with children during the run up to the big day and while they are still settling in at school. There are also tips for parents and carers on preparing children for starting school.

Journey back in time to learn all about the incredible Moon landing mission in Imagine You Were There... Walking on the Moon. Follow the Apollo 11 Moon landing from beginning to end by putting yourself in the shoes of the incredible people who made it happen, from scientists and astronauts, to suit makers and even those watching at home – you'll truly feel like you were there!Blended with stunning photographs and captivating artwork, step-by-step details of events leading up to the mission are combined with eyewitness accounts and features on people who helped make the first Moon landing happen. A staggering 400,000 people, many of them working 'behind the scenes' at NASA, helped to achieve this historic milestone.Discover the wonder of history's most iconic events in the Imagine You Were There... series, celebrating events that changed the world and the amazing people who made them happen.