Bob Books - Phonics for Early Readers Box Set | Phonics, Ages 4 and up, Kindergarten (Stage 1: Starting to Read)
Scholastic Inc. | ISBN 9781339023847 Mixed media product
144 Pages | 5.605" x 5.721" | Ages 4 to 6
Science of Reading research proves that mastering phonics is key to a child's success in learning to read. Like all Stage 1 Bob Books sets, this box of 12 books builds readers' phonics skills one tiny step at a time so their confidence stays high! Playful text and silly illustrations keep readers coming back for more.
This set is perfect for children who have never read Bob Books, or for children who have read Bob Books Beginning Readers or Bob Books More Beginning Readers and need more practice before moving on.
Inside the box you'll find:
- 12 small, hilarious, easy-to-read books; 12 pages each; 14-25 unique words per book, sized perfectly for little hands
- A parent guide with tips for helping your child learn to read
Each book includes:
- Decodable text: Two- and three-letter words with short vowels that can be sounded out (in, hop, hat, bus)
- Very simple sentences (Bud has a box.)
- Very limited sight words
- Friendly, simple illustrations that add fun and do not distract from the words
Guided Reading Levels: B, C | Lexile® Measure: 0 - 130L | Bob Books Level: Stage 1
Ages: 4-6 | Grade Levels: PreK, Kindergarten
Bob 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!"®
Raves & reviews:
Praise for Bob Books:
"Bob Books use fool-proof, evidence-based methods to teach kids how to read -- and they're fun!" -- Emily Oster, author of New York Times bestseller Cribsheet and parent of two
“For over a century, Scholastic has partnered with educators and families to support the literacy skills of young readers. These engaging books capture their attention and are rooted in the research on how children learn to read.” – Amanda Alexander, Chief Academic Officer, Scholastic Inc.
"Forget Dick and Jane. Your beginning reader needs Bob Books to succeed." -- cpamomva.blogspot.com
"Tiny enough to sneak in a very full diaper bag, we are enjoying them here, there, and everywhere." -- needsnewbatteries.blogspot.com
"They are a wonderful addition to a home library, school library, or a homeschool library. I love the smiles on my daughters' faces when they have succeeded in reading a book -- that's priceless!" -- ourgaggleofgirls.com
"Bob Books made our children into avid readers. Best investment I ever made." -- The Lewiston Tribune