A tale of friendship and exploration, perfect for children learning to read. By
Julia Donaldson, author of The Gruffalo. When Apollo the swallow flies to Africa
, Chack the blackbird wants to send him a message.
But Africa is far away. Ca
n a jumpy dolphin, a grumpy camel, a greedy crocodile and a playful monkey help
to deliver the message? The Reading Ladder series helps children to enjoy learni
ng to read. It features well-loved authors, classic characters and favourite top
ics, so that children will find something to excite and engage them in every tit
le they pick up.
It's the first step towards a lasting love of reading. Level
2 Reading Ladder titles are perfect for readers who are growing in confidence a
nd are beginning to enjoy longer stories. It features: clear type; up to 8 lines
per page; bright, appealing pictures for added interest; a variety of sentence
structures; a wider range of vocabulary; and, strong themes and characters to di
scuss.
All Reading Ladder titles are developed with a leading literacy consul
tant, making them perfect for use in schools and for parents keen to support the
ir children's reading. Book band: Purple.
