Mouse Makes Words
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Picture Book · Ages 4–6 · 2000 · Est. 2 min read-aloud

Mouse Makes Words

By Kathryn Heling, Deborah Hembrook, Patrick Joseph (Illustrator)

A mouse transforms words by swapping letters, sparking reading fun.

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32 pages· 253 words· Est. 2 min read-aloud
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Bookroo's summary

Join a clever mouse on a playful journey of letter swaps, turning 'cup' into 'pup' and more. This rhyming adventure invites young readers to explore the magic of sound substitution, making reading an exciting game. With rhythmic text and vibrant picture clues, children will delight in decoding each transformation, setting them on the path to reading success. What other surprises will the mouse create?

From the publisher

This Step 1 Phonics Reader can start your child on the road to reading success! A little mouse zooms about changing letters–for example, substituting P for C to change a “cup” into a “pup.” A beginning reader rhyming extravaganza that emphasizes initial sound substitution. Step 1 Readers feature big type and easy words for children who know the alphabet and are eager to begin reading. Rhyme and rhythmic text paired with picture clues help children decode the story.

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Format
Paperback
Pages
32
Words
253
Reading age
4–6
Audience
Early Reader
Lexile
310L
Themes & topics
Books about literacyBooks about wordplayBooks about languages
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
~2.3
F&P level
~J
Publication
Published
January 22, 2002
First published
February 29, 2000
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780375813993

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