This guide explains what the Read it yourself with Ladybird series is, how it works and how parents can get the most out of using it with their child. The Read it yourself with Ladybird series is a series of graded readers that can be used at home with parents or carers, or in the classroom. Rather than teaching children to read from scratch, these books provide beginner readers with the opportunity to practise developing skills and build their confidence as they progress through the levels.