New series from DK designed to help kids learn how to read and learn to love reading. The Great Panda Tale is a 'Developing' 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. Join Louise and the rest of the Zoo crew as they eagerly await the arrival of a new baby panda. Get to know the zoo's current pandas and find out what they eat and how they grow. Plus, meet other zoo babies, learn the meaning of Chinese panda names and give yourself a panda manicure! The Great Panda Tale 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 leveled reading scheme guidelines so the grammar, vocabulary, and content are spot on for each stage.