{"title":"Usborne Very First Reading","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"starting-to-read-with-phonics-8-books-collection-set-ages-3-7-paperback","title":"Starting to Read With Phonics 8 Books Collection Set - Ages 3-7 - Paperback","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTitles in This Set\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nPirate Pat\u003cbr\u003e\nDouble Trouble\u003cbr\u003e\nThe Dressing-up Box\u003cbr\u003e\nCaptain Mac\u003cbr\u003e\nA Bus for Miss Moss\u003cbr\u003e\nThe Perfect Pet\u003cbr\u003e\nDog Diary\u003cbr\u003e\nBad Jack Fox\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCondition: Brand New\u003cbr\u003eFormat: Paperback\u003cbr\u003ePublisher: Usborne\u003cbr\u003eAge Range: Ages 3-7 (Preschool-Grade 2)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Starting to Read With Phonics Collection brings together eight short paperback stories from Usborne's Very First Reading series, plus a phonics Activity Book and a large Alphabet Chart. Written by an experienced team of children's authors, each 32-page story uses simple, repetitive sentences and cheerful illustrations to help emerging readers blend sounds into words. The set is designed to be worked through in order, gradually introducing new letter sounds as children progress. Perfect for home practice or a classroom library, this collection turns early phonics learning into an achievable habit for ages 3 to 7, roughly Preschool through Grade 2.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Books\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis collection is built around a clear, phonics-first path that walks children from their very first letter sounds to simple independent reading. Each of the eight storybooks is set at 32 pages, using short sentences, repeated words, and bright, friendly illustrations so a child can decode the text with growing independence rather than relying on memorization alone. The stories move through everyday, child-friendly settings, from pirates and pets to dressing-up games and animal adventures, keeping practice sessions fun rather than repetitive drills. Alongside the storybooks, the dedicated Activity Book reinforces letter formation, sound-letter correspondence, and simple word-building through hands-on exercises, while parental notes offer gentle guidance on when to introduce each new title to a beginning reader. The included Alphabet Chart gives children a visual reference to track the letters they have learned, turning steady practice into a genuine sense of accomplishment. Together, these pieces form a complete early-reading system rather than a random assortment of stories, encouraging a consistent daily or weekly reading routine at home. Because the books share a controlled vocabulary and consistent format, children build fluency and confidence gradually, moving from sounding out individual letters to recognizing whole words and short phrases in context. Parents and caregivers looking for a structured, low-pressure way to support beginning readers will find this set a practical, ready-to-use resource for shared reading time at home or in the classroom.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEight complete phonics-based storybooks that build reading confidence step by step\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDedicated Activity Book reinforces letter sounds and simple word-building\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLarge Alphabet Chart gives kids a visual way to track progress\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShort, 32-page stories keep early reading sessions fun and achievable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBright, friendly illustrations support comprehension and word recognition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreat gift for birthdays, back-to-school, or building a home reading routine\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBook-by-Book Guide\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePirate Pat — A short, pirate-themed phonics story that uses simple, repetitive sentences to build early decoding skills.\u003cbr\u003eDouble Trouble — A lighthearted phonics tale that reinforces core letter-sound patterns through easy-to-follow scenes.\u003cbr\u003eThe Dressing-up Box — A playful, everyday story that ties phonics practice to imaginative dress-up fun.\u003cbr\u003eCaptain Mac — A simple adventure story that gives beginning readers steady practice blending sounds into words.\u003cbr\u003eA Bus for Miss Moss — A gentle, repetitive story built around short sentences to support confident early reading.\u003cbr\u003eThe Perfect Pet — A friendly, animal-themed phonics story that keeps new vocabulary simple and approachable.\u003cbr\u003eDog Diary — A diary-style phonics story that uses familiar, everyday language for easy decoding practice.\u003cbr\u003eBad Jack Fox — A short, character-driven phonics tale designed to reinforce letter sounds through repetition.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Authors\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis collection features stories from experienced Usborne children's authors, including Mairi Mackinnon and Anna Milbourne, both of whom have written extensively for Usborne's Very First Reading and early learning ranges. Their work focuses on clear, phonics-friendly language paired with warm, relatable storytelling that supports children as they take their first steps into independent reading. Alongside other contributing Usborne authors, they bring a consistent, child-tested approach to structure and vocabulary across the set, helping ensure that every title feels approachable while still gently building a young reader's confidence and skill.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy You'll Love This Collection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis set makes early reading feel achievable, not overwhelming, with short stories, visual progress tracking, and hands-on phonics practice all in one box. It's an ideal birthday gift, holiday stocking stuffer, or back-to-school pick for building a home reading routine your child will actually enjoy.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePlease Note: This is the UK edition with the ISBN as listed; the cover may vary slightly from the image shown.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Various Authors","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57109426405750,"sku":"MAN-PR-U4104-9789124362089","price":22.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0575\/6587\/2211\/files\/starting-to-read-with-phonics-8-books-collection-set-paperback.jpg?v=1785767638"}],"url":"https:\/\/skymartbooks.com\/collections\/usborne-very-first-reading.oembed","provider":"Skymart Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}