
Written by Lynn Maslen Kertell · Illustrated by Katie Kath
Part of the Bob Books series
Unlock reading skills with fun animal tales and simple phonics.
Dive into a world of fun with a pig who won't eat and a rabbit who loves costumes. These phonics-based stories, perfect for early readers, use simple words and engaging illustrations to build confidence. Each tale offers a delightful challenge with longer animal names and sight words, ensuring kids stay intrigued and eager to read more. With 12 easy-to-read books, children will joyfully exclaim, "I read the whole book!" as they master the art of reading through laughter and learning. Ideal for kindergarten and first-grade explorers.
Created by a teacher, Bob Books have been helping children learn to read for more than forty years! This set of phonics-based, easy-to-read stories features silly animal characters – perfect for kids in kindergarten and first grade. Now in a sturdy hardcover!Bob Books Animal Stories are full of fun animal characters, from a pig who is a picky eater to a rabbit who loves to dress up! These charming books engage young readers while they practice their reading skills. Each story uses one-syllable words with consistent short vowels, which keeps text decodable and builds kids’ confidence. Longer animal names and sight words sprinkled throughout add just the right amount of challenge.Inside this sturdy hardcover you’ll find: 12 small, hilarious, easy-to-read books: 12 pages each, 18-28 unique words per storyA parent guide with tips for helping your child learn to readEach story includes: Decodable text: Mostly three- and four-letter words with short vowels that can be sounded out (eggs, mop, slug)Simple sentences (Pig has buns and jam.)Limited sight words (saw, car, mouse)Friendly, simple illustrations that add fun and do not distract from the wordsGuided Reading Levels: C, D, E, F Lexile(R) Measure: 60L - 270L Bob Books Level: Stage 2Ages: 4-6 Grade Levels: Kindergarten, First GradeBob Books’ phonics-based method aligns with the body of research known as the Science of Reading, which proves that systematic phonics instruction is crucial to children’s reading success. With simple phonics, playful stories, and silly illustrations, Bob Books keep young readers’ confidence high, leading to continued success and a love of reading. Your child will soon join the millions of happy kids who say, “I read the whole book!”(R)
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