"Oxford Reds" is a series for newly confident readers. Each book is on a real-life subject, with a simple lively text and richly coloured, realistic illustrations. Many are written by well-known children's writers. Each one is written to communicate enthusiasm, passion and understanding for the subject. Approved by educational experts, the books contain clear type, simple sentence structures, information boxes, contents pages, alphabetical glossaries, and parents' and teacher's notes. The books should appeal particularly to the beginner reader who prefers factual information to a story.