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Phonic Books Moon Dogs Set 3 Vowel Spellings: Decodable Books for Older Readers (Two Spellings for a Vowel Sound) (Phonic Books Catch-Up Decodable Readers)
by Phonic BooksPhonic Books Moon Dogs Set 3: Vowel Spellings comprises 14 books designed for older children at the very early stages of reading. Contemporary illustrations and a story line based on the adventures of a group of teenage friends in a band. Moon Dogs Set 3 introduces two spellings for a vowel sound. Moon Dogs Set 1 introduces sounds gradually at CVC level with one line of text on each page, Set 2 introduces consonant blends and consonant digraphs. The Moon Dogs Extras set runs parallel to Set 1 and provides crucial further practice for the sounds of the alphabet at CVC level text. Moon Dogs VCe Spellings focuses on silent or 'magic' e spellings. Book 1: Wet Day in Spain (ai, ay) Book 2: Lost in the Street (ee, ea) Book 3: The Boat Trip (oa, ow) Book 4: Birthday Lunch (ur, ir) Book 5: Matt's Bad Head (e, ea) Book 6: Mouse in the House (ow, ou) Book 7: A Gloomy Room (oo, ue) Book 8: A Wild Night (igh, i) Book 9: A Jog in the Woods (oo, oul) Book 10: An Awful Day (a, aw) Book 11: Out of Oil (oy, oi) Book 12: Beach Party (ar) Book 13: A Scary Haircut (air, are) Book 14: Steer Clear (ear, eer) Accompanying photocopiable activities for word building, reading, spelling and comprehension, grammar and vocabulary can be found in Moon Dogs Set 3: Vowel Spellings Activities.
Phonic Books Moon Dogs VCe Spellings: Decodable Books for Older Readers (Silent "e") (Phonic Books Catch-Up Decodable Readers)
by Phonic BooksPhonic Books Moon Dogs VCe Spellings comprises six books and focuses on silent or 'magic' e spellings and is designed for older children at the early stages of reading. The books contain contemporary illustrations and a story line based on the adventures of a group of teenage friends in a band. Moon Dogs Set 1 introduces sounds gradually at CVC level with one line of text on each page, Set 2 introduces consonant blends and consonant digraphs. Moon Dogs Set 3 introduces two spellings for a vowel sound. The Moon Dogs Extras set runs parallel to Set 1 and provides crucial further practice for the sounds of the alphabet at CVC level text.Book 1: The Shape Game (a-e)Book 2: These Things (e-e)Book 3: Bike Ride (i-e)Book 4: A Good Nose (o-e)Book 5: A Useful Bag (u-e)Book 6: A Place to Hide (All spellings)Accompanying photocopiable activities for word building, reading, spelling and comprehension can be found in Moon Dogs VCe Spellings Activities.
Phonic Books Pet Sitters: Decodable Phonic Books for Older Readers (CVC, Alternative Consonants and Consonant Digraphs, Alternative Spellings for Vowel Sounds - ai, ay, a-e, a) (Phonic Books Catch-Up Decodable Readers)
by Phonic BooksLearn how to read with these decodable Phonic Books for older readers.Phonic Books Pet Sitters are older reader books that introduce children to a few letters and sounds at a time. The pack of 12 decodable books is aimed at older children in the very early stages of reading and in need of support, teaching different letter patterns through a series of stories. Dedicated books in each stage break down phonics practice while offering different stories, encouraging independent reading from the start for ages 9-12 or Grades 4-6. It starts at at CVC level and introduces adjacent consonants and consonant digraphs, with gentle progression throughout the set.For example:Books 1 & 2: CVC, CVCC, CCVCBooks 3: CCVCCBook 4: sh, ch, tch, thBook 5: ck, ng, qu, wh, le, -edThis catch-up reader book series features: - A pack of 12 decodable books each containing a story with different phonic letters and sounds.- Each unit introduces new letters and sounds through sounding them out (sat, s - a - t).- Reading material aimed at older children who need support with their reading.- CVC, VCC, CVCC, CCVC, and CCVCC words, introducing adjacent consonants, consonant diagraphs and suffixes like -ed.Each 16-page book contains: - Reading practice/vocabulary- Contents page - Story pagesWhat is phonics?Phonics is a way of teaching children to read through understanding the sounds that individual letters make and blending them to make a word. Children can learn to read using this skill to decode new words. Phonic Books specializes in decodable, systematic books supporting this structured literacy instruction.
Phonic Books Rescue: Decodable Books for Older Readers (Alternative Vowel Spellings) (Phonic Books Catch-Up Decodable Readers)
by Phonic BooksWhen disaster strikes, Erin and her friend Danny must rescue Erin's baby brother Jack. Phonic Books Rescue introduces alternative vowel spellings. Rescue comprises ten books and follows the same phonic progression as Phonic Books Talisman 1 and Phonic Books Island Adventure and can be used in parallel to consolidate phonemic knowledge and reading skills.Book 1: A Great Break (ay, ai, a, a-e, ea, ey)Book 2: The Search Begins (ee, ea, y, e, ie, e-e, ei)Book 3: Rainbow Fish (ow, oa, o, oe, o-e)Book 4: On With the Search (er, ir, ur, or, ear)Book 5: A Long Way Down (ow, ou & oi, oy)Book 6: A Gruesome Monster (oo, ue, u-e, ew, ou, u)Book 7: Time is Running Out! (igh, ie, i-e, i, y)Book 8: An Awful Planet (aw, awe, a, au, al, ough)Book 9: No Time to Spare (air, are, ear, ere, eir)Book 10: Dark Times (ar)Accompanying photocopiable activities for word building, reading, spelling and comprehension can be found in Rescue Activities.
Phonic Books Talisman 1: Decodable Books for Older Readers (Alternative Vowel Spellings) (Phonic Books Catch-Up Decodable Readers)
by Phonic BooksZak is given a strange gift with special powers by his grandfather, but someone else wants it and will stop at nothing to get it. Phonic Books Talisman 1 introduces alternative vowel spellings. Talisman 1 comprises ten books and follows the same phonic progression as Phonic Books Dragon Eggs, Phonic Books Rescue and Phonic Books Island Adventure and can be used in parallel to consolidate phonemic knowledge and reading skills.Book 1: The Talisman (ay, ai, a, a-e, ea, ey)Book 2: Stampede! (ee, ea, y, e, ie, e-e, ei)Book 3: Shadow in the River (ow, oa, oe, o-e, o)Book 4: Deep Sea Danger (er, ir, ur, or, ear)Book 5: Hounded in the Snow (ow, ou & oi, oy)Book 6: Death at Noon (oo, ue, u-e, ew, ou, u)Book 7: A Cry in the Dark (igh, ie, i-e, i, y)Book 8: Attack at Nightfall (a, aw, awe, au, al, ough)Book 9: Mountain Scare (air, are, ear, ere, eir)Book 10: The Dark Master (ar)Accompanying photocopiable activities for word building, reading, spelling and comprehension can be found in Talisman 1 Activities.
Phonic Books Talisman 2: Decodable Books for Older Readers (Alternative Vowel and Consonant Sounds, Common Latin Suffixes) (Phonic Books Catch-Up Decodable Readers)
by Phonic BooksThe Dark Master is creating a new Talisman and all of mankind is at risk. Zak must work quickly if he is to save the world. Phonic Books Talisman 2 comprises ten books introducing alternative spellings and vowel and consonant sounds and common Latin suffixes.Book 1: Reunited ('ue': u, ue, u-e, ew)Book 2: Trouble in the Woods ('u': u, o, ou; 'o': o, a, ou, au)Book 3: Certain Death ('s': s, ss, se, c, ce, sc, st)Book 4: The Fossil ('l': l, ll, le, al, el, il, ol)Book 5: Legends of the Gorge ('j': j, g, ge, dge, dj)Book 6: The Sphinx ('f': f, ff, ph, gh)Book 7: Sticky Adventure ('cher': ture)Book 8: Dangerous Direction ('shun': tion, tian, sion, ssion, cian)Book 9: Zak Tries Martial Arts ('shul': tial, cial; 'shus': cious, ious, tious)Book 10: The Dark Master's Vision ('zhun': sion; 'zher' sure)Accompanying photocopiable activities for word building, reading, spelling and comprehension can be found in Talisman 2 Activities.
Phonic Books That Dog!: Decodable Books for Older Readers (CVC, Consonant Blends and Consonant Teams) (Phonic Books Catch-Up Decodable Readers)
by Phonic BooksBen has always wanted a dog. One day a scruffy stray follows him home. Will he get to keep him? This action-packed story takes the reader from CVC and CVCC word text through to consonant blends, consonant teams and suffixes -ed and -ing. Phonic Books That Dog! comprises 12 decodables for older readers who can read simple CVC words. That Dog! shares the same phonic progression as Phonic Books Magic Belt and can be used in parallel to consolidate phonemic knowledge and reading skills.Book 1: The Ramp (CVC, CVCC)Book 2: The Lost Dog (CVCC)Book 3: No Dogs! (CVCC)Book 4: Drop It! (CCVC and -ed)Book 5: Ben Gets Strict (CCVCC)Book 6: Catch Me! (ch and tch)Book 7: Fishing (sh)Book 8: Cherished Things (th)Book 9: Good and Bad Luck (ck and qu)Book 10: The Long, Thin Boat (ng)Book 11: Shopping for Props (wh and -ing)Book 12: Dog in Trouble (le)Accompanying photocopiable activities for word building, blending, spelling and comprehension can be found in That Dog! Activities.
Phonic Books Titan's Gauntlets: Decodable Books for Older Readers (Alternative Vowel and Consonant Sounds, Common Latin Suffixes) (Phonic Books Catch-Up Decodable Readers)
by Phonic BooksFinn must harness the power of the Gauntlets if he is to awaken the Titan and stop the Evil Winged One from destroying the world. Phonic Books Titan's Gauntlets comprises ten books covering alternatives for vowel and consonant sounds and common Latin suffixes. Book 1: An Unusual Discovery (u, ue, u-e) Book 2: A Time for Courage (u, o, ou) Book 3: Scepter of Malice (s, ss, se, c, ce) Book 4: The Coral Palace (l, ll, le, al) Book 5: Strange Energy (j, g, ge) Book 6: Phantoms of the Fog (f, ff, ph) Book 7: Unnatural Creatures (-ture) Book 8: A Strange Location (-tion) Book 9: Artificial Heart (-cial, -tial) Book 10: Shattered Illusions (-sion) Accompanying photocopiable activities for reading, spelling and comprehension can be found in Titan's Gauntlets Activities.
Phonic Books Totem: Decodable Books for Older Readers (CVC, Consonant Blends and Consonant Teams, Alternative Spellings for Vowel Sounds - ai, ay, a-e, a) (Phonic Books Catch-Up Decodable Readers)
by Phonic BooksZak's adventures begin when he's captured by two men and his shepherd's staff acquires special powers. Starting at CVC level, the books progress through consonant blends, consonant teams and alternative vowel spellings.Phonic Books Totem comprises 12 books and shares the same phonic progression as the Phonic Books Alba series and can be used in parallel to consolidate phonemic knowledge and reading skills. (CVC, CVCC, CCVC, CCVCC, sh, ch, tch, th, ck, ng, qu, wh, le, -ed, ai, ay, a-e, a, ee, ea, e, y, ey, o-e, ow, oa, o, er, ir, ur, ow, ou, igh, i-e, y, i, oo, ew, u-e, u).Book 1: The Kidnap (CVC, CVCC)Book 2: The Gift (CVC, CVCC, CCVC)Book 3: On the Brink of Death (CVC, CVCC, CCVC, CCVCC)Book 4: The Shadow on the Cliff (sh, ch, th)Book 5: Bad Luck (ck, ng, qu, wh)Book 6: Dangers on the Plain ('ae': ai, ay, a-e, a)Book 7: Valley of Dreams ('ee': ee, ea, e, y, ey)Book 8: The Monster Below ('oe': o-e, ow, oa, o)Book 9: Murky Waters ('er': er, ir, ur)Book 10: Danger All Around ('ow': ow, ou)Book 11: Jungle Fright ('ie': igh, i-e, y, i)Book 12: Hooves! ('oo': oo, ew, u-e, u)Accompanying photocopiable activities for segmenting, comprehension, blending and writing can be found in Totem Activities.
Phonics Instructional Manual Catch-up: The foundations of phonics, engaging activity ideas, lesson plans, progress tracking and assessment (Phonic Books Catch-Up Decodable Readers)
by Phonic BooksThis teacher guide is an essential resource for using the Phonic Books Catch-up range for intervention sessions with older readers.This guide designed for teachers provides an overview of phonics, including explanations of core phonic concepts, terms and methodologies; an overview of the Phonic Books programme; assessment; and guidance for pronunciation and teaching of high-frequency words. There are also structured lesson plans for varying amounts of time. These plans are full of engaging and effective activities which are easy to implement.This phonics catch-up teacher guide features: A time-saving guide for teachers to help with lesson planning and preparation.Teaching material aimed at children aged 9-12.Jargon-busting explanations and step-by-step easily implemented lessons, especially for anyone new to teaching phonics.Activities included, such as word building and word chains, that will engage pupils and implement previously taught skills.This guide conveniently breaks down each lesson into five main sections: Revision, Preparation, Application, Consolidation and Tracking Progress. This enables each lesson to meet the phonics requirements, as well as more general literacy requirements and ensures pupils are concurrently learning how to read for meaning from the start.What is phonics?Phonics is a way of teaching children to read by understanding the sounds that individual letters make and blending them to make a word. Children can learn to read using this skill to decode new words. Phonic Books specializes in publishing decodable, systematic books supporting this structured literacy instruction.
Cranky (Cranky and Friends)
by Phuc TranFrom the #1 New York Times bestselling illustrator of the Food Group series, Pete Oswald, and debut picture book author Phuc Tran, this is a hilarious picture book about big trucks, big feelings, and even bigger friendships!It's the last day at the construction site and Cranky the crane truck is feeling, well, cranky. And he doesn't want to talk about it. His friends Zippy, Wheezy, and Dump Chuck try to cheer him up. But you know what doesn't help when you're feeling cranky? A lot of talking.But what will help? With Phuc Tran’s hilarious text and Pete Oswald’s bold expressive illustrations, this tale shows young readers how kind friends and honesty are the perfect tools for navigating strong emotions. Perfect for fans of Grumpy Monkey and construction vehicles.
Cranky Makes a Friend
by Phuc TranIn this second picture book from the #1 New York Times bestselling illustrator of the Food Group series, Pete Oswald, and acclaimed picture book author Phuc Tran’s bestselling Cranky series, Cranky is feeling extra cranky when a new crane joins the crew. There’s a new crane on the construction site! His name is Lefty and he's the opposite of Cranky—smiley, talkative, and a jokester. Everything Lefty does makes Cranky feel extra cranky. But everyone else seems to love him. What if Cranky's friends like Lefty more than him?Find out how self-acceptance and a supportive crew help one cranky truck make a new friend in this humorous story about big trucks, big feelings, and even bigger friendships. With Phuc Tran’s hilarious text and Pete Oswald’s bold, expressive illustrations, this read is perfect for fans of Grumpy Monkey and construction vehicles.
The Adventures of Tinkerbell and Tom
by Phyllida CassanTinkerbell and Tom are two ponies who share a special bond as best friends. Tom is always on the lookout for his next adventure. However, mischievous Tom’s thirst for excitement leads him into danger, leaving Tinkerbell to hope she can rescue her friend before it is too late.
Mystery of the Angry Idol
by Phyllis A. WhitneyWhile spending the summer in Connecticut, Jan helps solve an old family mystery involving an ancient Chinese idol.
Mystery of the Haunted Pool
by Phyllis A. WhitneyA string of carved wooden beads... A ship captain's log... A strange face that appears—then disappears—at the bottom of a pool. What is the secret of the old sea captain's mansion? Susan Price and her brother Adam unravel the clues to a century-old mystery . . . and discover a fortune!
Stigmata (First Edition)
by Phyllis Alesia PerryA Pulitzer Prize-winning editor offers a stunning debut novel--a lyrical story told through through a panoply of voices that matches the best in the rich tradition of African-American fiction, while charting new territory with its exploration of a young girl's apparent descent into madness.
Play It Safe Online
by Phyllis CornwallIntroduces proper online safety for children, including cyberbullies, limiting personal information, and being responsible.
Uniquely Connecticut (Heinemann State Studies)
by Phyllis GoldsteinWhat do the images on Connecticut's state seal stand for? How is Connecticut's state government organized? Why was the colony of Connecticut started? You can find the answers to these questions and more in this book, which contains all kinds of fun and fascinating facts and features that help make Connecticut a one-of-a-kind place. You will also find information about Connecticut's unique state symbols. You can learn how to make seafood chowder and find out what inventions were made in Connecticut. And, you will find out about Connecticut's many lighthouses.
Amazing But True Sports Stories
by Phyllis HollanderDescribes unusual events from the history of sports such as baseball, football, boxing, basketball, and hockey.
The Cow Who Fell in the Canal
by Phyllis KrasilovskyHendrika the cow goes on a wild ride when she eats her way across Holland.
The Pancake King
by Seymour Chwast Phyllis La FargeHenry Edgewood loves making pancakes. He makes them every day for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, and everyone in town knows his are the best. But when fame and fortune knock on the door, in the form of a TV appearance and an invitation to the White House, Henry, then far from family, friends, and school, learns that there's a lot more to pancakes than mixing flour, eggs, and milk. This revised edition of the 1971 classic is a humorous reminder to keep our eyes on what's most important, and it is sure to capture the fancy of anybody who's found themselves focused single-mindedly on a pursuit or passion and lost perspective of their priorities.
Bunny's Big Surprise
by Phyllis Limbacher TildesBunny is hopping for joy! He's found an egg perfect for Easter decorating. But when it starts hatching, Bunny is in for a big surprise...At home in the Georgia wetlands, Bunny is thrilled to find a surprise egg, and he's quick to decorate it just in time for Easter. After all, the egg isn't Goose's, Heron's, or Osprey's. The egg begins to move, shake, and crack--what could it be? This sweet, Easter story with a wetlands twist, is the perfect addition to any springtime collection.
Mince Pie and Mistletoe
by Phyllis Mcginley"Hooray for the Dutch ! We owe them much, Jolly Mynheer and matron-- When they left the sands Of their Netherlands, Saint Nicholas was their patron (And good Saint Nick, The children's prince, Has been our Santa Claus Ever since.)"