Book Series · 3 Books

Dorling Kindersley Readers Books

In order from A Bed for the Winter to The Story of Anne Frank.

The Dorling Kindersley Readers series is a set of 3 picture books by Michael Teitelbaum, published between 2000 and 2001. Written for ages 5–12, most books run about 50 pages.

A Bed for the Winter
The Story of Spider-Man
The Story of Anne Frank
A Bed for the Winter
The Story of Spider-Man
Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

A Bed for the Winter
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$499
Book #1 · Picture Book · Ages 5–7 · 2000

A Bed for the Winter

A dormouse races to find a winter refuge before it's too late.

32 pages· 515 words· Est. 4 min read-aloud
Paperback
Summary: In a race against time, a dormouse embarks on a perilous journey to find a safe haven for winter. As she encounters various creatures, each potential shelter brings new challenges. Will she find a place to hibernate before the cold sets in? Discover the vibrant world of nature through her eyes, where every decision could mean survival or peril. This tale of determination and discovery will captivate young readers, blending stunning visuals with a heartwarming story.
In reading order

Dorling Kindersley Readers Series

3 books · Published 2000–2001

#1
#1 in Series
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$499

A Bed for the Winter

Picture Book · Ages 5–7 · 2000

A dormouse races to find a winter refuge before it's too late.

The Story of Spider-Man

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2001

A spider bite transforms a student's life, unveiling new powers and enemies.

#3

The Story of Anne Frank

Picture Book · Ages 7–9 · 2001

A young girl documents her hidden life during a perilous time.

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Common Questions

How many books are in the Dorling Kindersley Readers series?

There are 3 books in the Dorling Kindersley Readers series. It began with A Bed for the Winter in 2000, and the newest book, The Story of Anne Frank, was published in 2001.

What order should you read the Dorling Kindersley Readers books in?

Start with A Bed for the Winter and follow the series order — the books above are numbered #1 through #3.

What ages are the Dorling Kindersley Readers books best for?

The series is best for ages 5–12, based on the age ranges of the individual books.

Which Dorling Kindersley Readers book is the longest?

The Story of Spider-Man is the longest book in the series at 5,783 words (48 pages).

Which Dorling Kindersley Readers book is the shortest?

A Bed for the Winter (Book #1) is the shortest at 515 words (32 pages).

The people

The Creatives Behind the Books

The authors and illustrators who bring Dorling Kindersley Readers to life.

01

Michael Teitelbaum

Author
02

Brenda Ralph Lewis

Author

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