The first Key Words with Peter & Jane book from Ladybird. Key Words with Peter & Jane uses the most frequently met words in the English language as a starting point for learning to read successfully & confidently. The Key Words reading scheme is scientifically researched & world renowned. Book 1b follows on from 1a & introduces 16 new words including 'toys' 'has' 'trees' & 'ball'. Once this book has been completed the child moves on to book 3b. The Key Words with Peter & Jane books work because each of the key words is introduced gradually & repeated frequently. This builds confidence in children when they recognise these key words on sight (also known as the 'look & say' method of learning). Examples of key words are: the one two he. There are 12 levels each with 3 books: a b & c. Series a: gradually introduces new words. Series b: provides further practise of words featured in the 'a' series. Series c: links reading with writing & phonics. All the words that have been introduced in each 'a' & 'b' book are also reinforced in the 'c' books The Ladybird Key Words with Peter & Jane series: Play With Us; Reading with Sounds; Boys & Girls; Read & Write; Fun & Games; Mountain Adventure; The Carnival; Books are Exciting; Happy Holiday; Jump from the Sky; I Like to Write; We like to Help; The Big House; The Mystery on the Island; Adventure at the Castle; Sunny Days; Out in the Sun; More Sounds to Say; Learning is Fun; Say the Sound; Enjoying Reading; The Open Door to Reading; Easy to Sound; Let me Write; Adventure on the Island; Boxset; Fun with Sounds; Games We Like; Have a Go; Fun at the Farm; Where we Go; The Holiday Camp Mystery; Our Friends; We have Fun; Things We Like; Things We Do; Look at This; & Flash Cards.