How Zebras Got Their Stripes: Read It Yourself - Level 2 Developing Reader
By (Author) Ladybird
Penguin Random House Children's UK
Ladybird
7th May 2024
4th April 2024
United Kingdom
Children
Non Fiction
Childrens / Teenage fiction: Traditional stories
Childrens / Teenage fiction: Nature and animal stories
Hardback
32
Width 147mm, Height 220mm, Spine 6mm
156g
A classic tale from Read It Yourself - a structured programme to support children from first phonics to fluent reading Based on the classic West African folktale about bravery. Why are zebras stripy, and why do baboons have red bottoms Find out what happens when a bossy baboon and a plucky little zebra go head-to-head, with long-lasting consequences. How Zebras Got Their Stripes 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.
We make growing up the best story ever! Here at Ladybird, we publish books to inspire curious minds. From first words to fluency, we're here for young readers at every step. As the home of Read it yourself, Ladybird Readers and First Words with Peppa, we guide learners from one story to the next - sparking plenty of smiles along the way.