Reading Ladder Level 1: Flora the Fairy by Tony Bradman (author) and Emma Carlow (illustrator)

A delightful fairy story about a little girl discovering friendship in the most unexpected of places, perfect for children learning to read. From the author of Dilly the Dinosaur.

Flora the fairy loves going to visit Nana and Grandpop. But she is scared of their cat Rufus. He stares at her and silently follows her around. When Rufus has to stay outside because of her, Flora feels bad. What is she going to do? Luckily Nana and Grandpop have a plan to show Flora that Rufus only wants to be friends – with the help of a little fairy magic!

The Reading Ladder series helps children to enjoy learning to read. It features well-loved authors, classic characters and favourite topics, so that children will find something to excite and engage them in every title they pick up. It’s the first step towards a lasting love of reading.

Level 1 Reading Ladder titles are perfect for new readers who are beginning to read simple stories with help.

Short, simple sentences

Familiar, repeated words

Big, clear type

1 – 5 lines per page

Bright, fun pictures to help talk about the story

All Reading Ladder titles are developed with a leading literacy consultant, making them perfect for use in schools and for parents keen to support their children’s reading.

Book band: Green