<p>The DK <i>Star Wars Readers</i> series provides a wonderful opportunity for parents and teachers to promote development of young children's reading skills and motivation to read. We want young children to WANT to read! <i>Star Wars</i> has become a familiar part of our culture with children instantly recognizing the characters on book covers, TV and in the movies. Now they can add more <i>Star Wars</i> action to their collections!</p> <p><i>Star Wars: Darth Maul Sith Apprentice</i> introduces older readers to the sinister secrets of the Sith warrior, Darth Maul. They will learn about his mission to defeat Qui-Gon Jinn and Obi-Wan Kenobi, and his deadly array of vehicles and weapons like his Sith speeder bike. Watch out for his double-bladed lightsaber!</p>