Ladybird Readers is an ELT graded reader series for children aged 3­-11 learning English as a foreign or second language. The series includes traditional tales popular characters modern stories and non-fiction. - Beautifully illustrated books carefully written by language learning experts. - Structured language progression to develop childrens reading writing speaking listening and critical thinking skills. - Eight levels follow the Common European Framework of Reference for language learning (CEFR). - Language activities provide preparation for the Cambridge English Pre-A1 to A2 (YLE) tests. - A unique code in each printed book provides access to online audio extra activities and learning resources. The Silver Ring a Starter level Reader introduces phonics and sight words. Each book contains two versions of the story: the first with single words focusing on phonics with the emphasis on letter recognition and pronunciation; the second with short sentences introducing sight words. Phonics: igh ear air ure Sight words: come from so stop we what Theme: Being patient Visit the Ladybird Education website for more information.