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, favourite characters, modern stories and non-fiction. Written by experts, it uses proven methods to help children learn English and grasp key grammar and vocabulary points.

• Perfect for learning English in school or at home
• Develops reading, writing, speaking, listening and critical thinking skills
• Features much-loved characters and authors such as Peter Rabbit, Peppa Pig, Roald Dahl and Eric Carle
• Eight levels follow the Common European Framework of Reference for language learning (CEFR)
• Language activities in every book provide preparation for the Cambridge English Pre-A1 to A2 (YLE) tests
• Features free online resources including audio, answer keys, lesson plans and tips for parents

The Wizard of Oz, a Level 4 Reader, is A2 in the CEFR framework and supports YLE Flyers exams. The longer text is made up of sentences with up to three clauses, more complex past and future tense structures, modal verbs and a wider variety of conjunctions.

One day, a storm took Dorothy and Toto to the Land of Oz. Dorothy liked the new friends she met, but she wanted to go home.

Visit the Ladybird Education website for more information.