DK READERS is a compelling program for beginning readers,designed in conjunction with leading literacy experts,including Dr.Linda Gambrell,Director of the School of Education at Clemson University.Dr.Gambrell has served on the Board of Directors of the International Reading Association and as President of the National Reading Conference.

Beautiful illustrations and superb full-color photographs combine with engaging,easy-to-read stories to offer a fresh approach to each subject in the series.Each DK READER is guaranteed to capture a child's interest while developing his or her reading skills,general knowledge,and love of reading.

The four levels of DK READERS are aimed at different reading abilities,enabling you to choose the books that are exactly right for your child:

Level 1-Beginning to read

Level 2-Beginning to read alone

Level 3-Reading alone

Level 4-Proficient readers

The"normal"age at which a child begins to read can be anywhere from three to eight years old,so these levels are intended only as a general guideline.

No matter which level you select,you can be sure that you are helping your child learn to read,then read to learn!