John is very poor. He has no money and no food. But he has a very clever cat called Puss in Boots. With just a sack and some grain, Puss in Boots helps his friend. John now has beautiful clothes, a palace to live in, and a princess to marry. How does Puss in Boots do it?

Macmillan English Explorers is an exciting reading programme developed specifically for children learning English in kindergarten and primary schools. Written with second language learners in mind, these books expose children to real language and develop their reading and vocabulary skills. This series forms an eight-level reading scheme written specifically for young learners of English. Informed by the National Literacy Strategy and by teaching methodology for first language speakers of English, Macmillan English Explorers are supported by an understanding of the needs of young learners and teachers of English. The scheme, which currently has over 50 readers plus supplementary materials, can be used alongside any primary course.