New series from DK designed to help kids learn how to read and learn to love reading Space Quest is a 'Starting To Read Alone' reader, perfect for children beginning to read alone as they develop skills to read confidently, accurately, fluently and with good understanding. DK Reads proves that good reads build great readers. Embark with five astronauts on a mission to explore the planets of the solar system. First stop - Mars. Explore the canyon Valles Marineris and the dry ice-covered poles. Will they find shelter from the violent dust storms and discover if life is possible? Space Quest is part of the new DK Reads series, a three-level reading scheme that helps children become confident readers, featuring engaging and illustrated topics. DK Reads is created in consultation with literacy experts and adheres to levelled reading scheme guidelines so the grammar, vocabulary, and content are spot on for each stage.