Book excerpt: Easy to read, fun to see, and filled with amazing things, kids (even reluctant readers) will love Ripley Readers! With Nitro Circus Go Big!, kids aren't only learning to read, they're learning cool facts about the action sports brand that is Nitro Circus. From BMX to FMX and everything in-between—including skateboards, scooters, and crazy contraptions—dive into all things Nitro Circus! You'll read about the equipment, the amazing athletes, unbelievable tricks, and more! Ripley Level 2 Readers are perfect for kids who know their sight words and are learning to sound out new words. From the editors of Ripley's Believe It or Not! comes Ripley Readers. Designed to help kids build their reading skills and confidence at any level, this program offers a variety of fun, entertaining, and unbelievable topics to interest even the most reluctant readers. With stories and information that will spark their curiosity, each book will motivate them to start and keep reading. Each title is certified by and includes the Lexile measure, ensuring that the content is appropriate for each level and allowing those just beginning to read, as well as those starting to advance to chapter books, to have just the right reading content. Level 1 Sounding It Out (Pre-K-Kindergarten)—For kids who know their alphabet and are starting to sound out words. Level 2 Reading with Help (Pre-K-Grade 1)—For kids that know sight words and are learning to sound out new words. Level 3 Independent Reading (Grades 1-3)—For kids that are beginning to read on their own. Level 4 Chapters (Grades 2-4)—For confident readers who enjoy a mixture of images and story. Hardcover with dust jacket