Two stories that build on the phonics learnt in previous steps, and focus on the sound and letter combinations: ch, sh, th (soft), th (hard), ng. Banana Muffins
is from
Beginner Reader Level 0
. It is ideal for children aged 4+ who are developing their first phonics skills. Steps 1 to 12 gradually introduce new letters and sounds.
Read It Yourself
is a series of modern stories, traditional tales and first reference books written in a simple way for children who are learning to read in English. Beginner Reader Level 0 is a twelve-step programme to support children who are developing their phonics reading skills. It introduces new letters and sounds in a systematic order. Levels 1 to 4 are written for children who are moving beyond phonics and gaining reading confidence and fluency. Each book includes simple sentences and high-frequency words, as well as a limited number of new words for essential reading practice. Each book has been thoroughly checked by educational consultants and includes comprehension puzzles, book band information, and tips for helping children with their reading. With five levels to take children from first phonics to fluent reading,
helps every child on their journey to becoming a confident reader.