Leveled Readers

Leveled Readers

The King School Series is an affordable collection of 85 leveled books—just $3 each—for beginning readers, grades K-2.  Featuring the King School Kids, engaging stories, and lively illustrations, The King School Series is the perfect complement to any early reading program. The Series’ carefully defined leveling criteria are compatible with widely used reading programs, making the books suitable for large-group instruction, guided reading, and independent reading sessions. Books may be bought individually or in bundles. Comprehensive Teacher’s Guides are available. 

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Kindergarten

Kindergarten Collection - Very Early Emergent

Level 1 (Word count range: 21 - 35)

We read
$3.00
Derek plays
$3.00
Jasmin draws
$3.00
Kendra Sees
$3.00
Victor packs
$3.00

Level 2 (Word count range: 36 - 50)

Merry-go-round
$3.00
Pets
$3.00
My body
$3.00
In the tub
$3.00
Hot and cold
$3.00

King School Series Kindergarten Collection and Teacher's Guide

Kindergarten Collection - Complete Set (10 books)
$30.00
Kindergarten Collection - Classroom Library (60 books)
$162.00
Kindergarten Collection Teacher's Guide
$15.00

First Grade

Early First Grade - Early Emergent

Level 3 (Word count range: 51 - 65)

At the zoo
$3.00
I am bored
$3.00
Let's look for words
$3.00
My new shoes
$3.00
My baby brother
$3.00

Level 4 (Word count range: 66 - 80)

I lost something
$3.00
Too much!
$3.00
The shopping list
$3.00
Hide and seek
$3.00
Oh no!
$3.00

Level 5 (Word count range: 81 - 95)

The birthday party
$3.00
Street fair
$3.00
Snow
$3.00
Let's jump rope
$3.00
The lights are out
$3.00

Level 6 (Word count range: 96 - 110)

Valentine's day
$3.00
Where is my glove?
$3.00
Our garden
$3.00
Mom's birthday
$3.00
The cookie problem
$3.00

Mid First Grade - Emergent

Level 7 (Word count range: 111 - 125)

Special trees
$3.00
At home sick
$3.00
Don't let go!
$3.00
Waving goodbye
$3.00
What has Mom lost?
$3.00

Level 8 (Word count range: 126 - 140)

Alone at recess
$3.00
A special family party
$3.00
Two homes
$3.00
Soccer with Dad
$3.00
The sandwich
$3.00

Level 9 (Word count range: 141 - 155)

The cupcake
$3.00
Feeling shy
$3.00
A messy room
$3.00
First sleepover
$3.00
Now I feel better
$3.00

Level 10 (Word count range: 156 - 170)

Teacher's pet
$3.00
In the army
$3.00
Time for pizza
$3.00
A trip to the farm
$3.00
Magic tricks
$3.00

Late First Grade - Early Fluent

Level 11 (Word count range: 171 - 185)

When I grow up
$3.00
Baby bird
$3.00
Spanish and English
$3.00
The puppy
$3.00
Many feelings
$3.00

Level 12 (Word count range: 186 - 200)

Staying healthy
$3.00
Finders keepers
$3.00
Lost in the store
$3.00
Magic village
$3.00
Nice and polite
$3.00

Level 13 (Word count range: 201 - 215)

Guests from Japan
$3.00
The stapler
$3.00
The roller coaster
$3.00
I'm too tall
$3.00
I feel like a dummy
$3.00

Level 14 (Word count range: 216 - 230)

The reading contest
$3.00
Halloween
$3.00
Then and now
$3.00
Let's hibernate
$3.00
Go away!
$3.00

King School Series First Grade Collection and Teacher's Guide

First Grade Collection - Classroom Library (360 books)
$972.00
First Grade Collection - Complete Set (60 books)
$180.00
First Grade Collection Teacher's Guide
$25.00

Second Grade

Early Second Grade

Level 15–16 (Word count range: 231 - 380)

Back to School
$3.00
A Nutty Problem
$3.00
The Book Fair
$3.00
Hamster Escape!
$3.00
Burrito Time
$3.00

Mid Second Grade

Level 17–18 (Word count range: 381 - 530)

Book Buddies
$3.00
The Deep End
$3.00
Reptiles Rule!
$3.00
The Dinner Guest
$3.00
Trading Places
$3.00

Late Second Grade

Level 19–20 (Word count range: 531 - 680)

Circle of Kindness
$3.00
Coming Home
$3.00
Grandma Gets in Shape
$3.00
To the Rescue!
$3.00
A Sweet Talent
$3.00

King School Series Second Grade Collection and Teacher's Guide

Second-Grade Collection Teacher's Guide
$15.00
Second Grade Collection - Classroom Library (90 books)
$243.00
Second Grade Collection - Complete Set (15 books)
$45.00