John has a special delivery today - but there is trouble ahead. Will he make it on time? Find out in Truck Trouble! For children who are just beginning to read and who have a limited vocabulary, these Level 1 books - about everything from tadpoles to puppies - use word repetition and simple sentences to convey meaning. Picture dictionary boxes with word labels "show" the meanings of words. These books contain between 400 and 450 words each, and they are 80 percent pictures and 20 percent text. The DK Readers combine an enticing visual layout with high-interest, easy-to-read stories to captivate and delight young bookworms who are just getting started. Written by leading children's authors and compiled in consultation with literacy experts, these engaging books build reader confidence along with a lifelong appreciation for nonfiction, classic stories, and biographies. There is a DK Reader to interest every child at every level, from preschool to grade 4. This Level 1 book is appropriate for children who are just beginning to read.

Fly through the spectacular, nocturnal world of bats with All About Bats. From leathery wings to echolocation, this nonfiction reader is an exciting look at these creatures of the night, and includes fantastic photography that will amaze kids as they read. Perfect for 3-5 year olds learning to read, Level 1 titles contain short, simple sentences with an emphasis on frequently used words. Crisp photographic images with labels provide visual clues to introduce and reinforce vocabulary.

Brave, bold, and daring--this is the amazing story of the world's greatest astronauts. Full color.

Back in full force with 7 new titles, DK Readers allow beginning readers to progress from easy-to-follow stories with simple sentences and word repetition to more sophisticated storylines, sentence structure, and newvocabulary. Part of the multistage reading program with five graduated levels Stunning photographs and engaging, age appropriate stories

Describes Batman's most dangerous enemies, including Mr. Freeze, Catwoman, Harley Quinn, and Poison Ivy.

Help your child power up their reading skills and learn all about childhood in Puerto Rico with this fun-filled nonfiction reader - carefully leveled to help children progress. A Puerto Rican Childhood is a beautifully designed reader all about the life, routine, family, and friends of a child growing up in Puerto Rico. The engaging text has been carefully leveled using Lexiles so that children are set up to succeed. A motivating introduction to using essential nonfiction reading skills. Children will love to find out about life and childhood on the Caribbean Island of Puerto Rico.

Help your child power up their reading skills and learn all about different ways to move around with this fun-filled nonfiction reader carefully leveled to help children progress. DK Super Readers Level 1: On the Move will introduce kids to a parade of different vehicles and will assist them in learning about the different ways that we can move around—from bikes to space shuttles—and is a motivating introduction to using essential nonfiction reading skills, proving ideal for children ready to enter the riveting world of reading. DK Super Readers take children on a journey through the wonderful world of nonfiction: traveling back to the time of dinosaurs, learning more about animals, exploring natural wonders and more, all while developing vital nonfiction reading skills and progressing from first words to reading confidently. The DK Super Readers series can help your child practice reading by: - Covering engaging, motivating, curriculum-aligned topics. - Building knowledge while progressing key Grades 1 and 2 reading skills. - Developing subject vocabulary on topics such as vehicles, modes of transport, and travel. - Boosting understanding and retention through comprehension quizzes. Each title, which has been leveled using MetaMetrics®: The Lexile Framework for Reading, integrates science, geography, history, and nature topics so there’s something for all children’s interests. The books and online content perfectly supplement core literacy programs and are mapped to the Common Core Standards. Children will love powering up their nonfiction reading skills and becoming reading heroes. DK Super Readers Level 1 titles are visually engaging and build vocabulary through a nonfiction world of amazing facts. Perfect for children ages 6 to 8 (Grades 1 and 2) who are beginning to read with help.