Level 4 books
One adventure, with more twists and detail at every level. About 800 story words over about 20 pages. Tap any cover for a free sneak peek.
Classic Stories
Beloved books by famous authors, retold for young readers · 4 books
- The Wonderful Wizard of Oz: A Gentle RetellingEnglish · Picture book · Level 4 · Ages 3–5
- Thumbelina: A Gentle RetellingEnglish · Picture book · Level 4 · Ages 3–5
- The Velveteen Rabbit: A Gentle RetellingEnglish · Picture book · Level 4 · Ages 3–5
- Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland: A Gentle RetellingEnglish · Picture book · Level 4 · Ages 3–5
Folktales & Legends
Traditional fairy tales, fables, myths, and legends · 9 books
- The Wishing-Table, the Gold-Donkey, and the Stick in the Sack: A Gentle RetellingEnglish · Picture book · Level 4 · Ages 3–5
- The Ugly Duckling: A Gentle RetellingEnglish · Picture book · Level 4 · Ages 3–5
- The Twelve Dancing Princesses: A Gentle RetellingEnglish · Picture book · Level 4 · Ages 3–5
- The Fisherman and His Wife: A Gentle RetellingEnglish · Picture book · Level 4 · Ages 3–5
- The Brave Little Tailor: A Gentle RetellingEnglish · Picture book · Level 4 · Ages 3–5
- The Tale of Squirrel Nutkin: A Gentle RetellingEnglish · Picture book · Level 4 · Ages 3–5
- Snow-White and Rose-Red: A Gentle RetellingEnglish · Picture book · Level 4 · Ages 3–5
- The Tale of Mrs. Tiggy-Winkle: A Gentle RetellingEnglish · Picture book · Level 4 · Ages 3–5
- The Tale of Jemima Puddle-Duck: A Gentle RetellingEnglish · Picture book · Level 4 · Ages 3–5
Biography
True stories of real people · 9 books
- Yuri Gagarin: One Orbit Around EarthMore amazing people, Book 4 · English · Picture book · Level 4 · Ages 3–5
- Thomas Edison: A Workshop of IdeasScientists, Book 5 · English · Picture book · Level 4 · Ages 3–5
- Neil Armstrong: A Journey to the MoonMore amazing people, Book 3 · English · Picture book · Level 4 · Ages 3–5
- Maria Tallchief: Dancing ForwardArtists, Book 5 · English · Picture book · Level 4 · Ages 3–5
- Beethoven: Music in MotionArtists, Book 2 · English · Picture book · Level 4 · Ages 3–5
- Louis Armstrong: A New SoundArtists, Book 3 · English · Picture book · Level 4 · Ages 3–5
- Leonardo da Vinci: Looking CloselyArtists, Book 1 · English · Picture book · Level 4 · Ages 3–5
- Helen Keller: Words in Her HandsMore amazing people, Book 1 · English · Picture book · Level 4 · Ages 3–5
- Frida Kahlo: Painting Her WorldArtists, Book 4 · English · Picture book · Level 4 · Ages 3–5
For grown-ups
Good to know about Level 4 books
What is a Level 4 book?
A picture book of about 800 story words over about 20 pages, with more detail than Level 3.
What age is Level 4 for?
Mostly ages 3 to 5. Every book also shows its own age range under its title, so you can check before you open it.
Which level should my child start with?
Choose a level where your child can follow the whole book and still wants the next page. Open any book’s free sneak peek to try its first pages. If a book feels long, step down a level; if it’s over too fast, step up. Levels describe length and detail, not a test your child has to pass.
Can we read Level 4 books for free?
Every book opens with a free sneak peek of its first pages, no account needed. A free Wonder Teller account, with no card required, reads every Free-trial book in full. Basic and Premium plans unlock more of the library, and Premium unlocks every book.