One, two, three forms part of the Smart-Kids Read series designed to help children learn to read confidently and to enjoy reading. Smart-Kids Read is divided into four clear levels according to stages in reading development. Level 1 (starting out) is for children who are just starting to learn to read. The colourful pictures tell the story and the text is very simple. There are four engaging books to choose from in Level 1 - Hello!; One, two, three!; Fun days, and Lost!. Once a child recognizes sentences they are ready to follow the adventures of the loveable Smart-Kids characters in Level 2.