Do You Know Starter Level – Pets

Ladybird Do You Know? is a STEM-based ELT graded reading series recommended for children aged 5+ who are learning English as a foreign or second language.

These levelled non-fiction books feature video content, project work and critical-thinking activities. Each book asks a range of BIG questions on STEM topics from nocturnal animals to building bridges, developing children's language, communication and investigation skills.

The five levels progress from CEFR Pre-A1 to A2.

Visit the Ladybird Education website for online video content, audio, comprehension activities, and suggestions for project work.

Pets, a Starter Reader is Pre-A1 in the CEFR framework and supports YLE Starters exams. Short sentences introduce present simple statements and questions, and some basic vocabulary.

What is a pet? How good is a dog’s nose? What jobs do cats do? Find out more about meowing, barking and pulling sleds.