
Titles in This Set
Such a Fuss
Dragon Danger
Floppy and the Bone
Missing!
Poor Old Rabbit
The Backpack
The Sing Song
Quick! Quick!
The Moon Jet
The Raft Race
The Red Coat
The Spaceship
Wet Feet
I Can Trick a Tiger
Shops
Super Dad
Details
Condition: Brand New
Format: Paperback
Publisher: Oxford University Press
Age Range: Ages 4-5 (Grade K)
Overview
Biff, Chip and Kipper Stage 2 Read with Oxford brings together 16 paperback storybooks built for children just starting to sound out words and build reading stamina. Half the set delivers targeted phonics practice, while the other half offers everyday-language stories for wider reading, so kids get both decoding drills and real narrative enjoyment in one bundle. The familiar Biff, Chip and Kipper cast keeps every new adventure friendly and easy to follow, while bright illustrations and reading-together tips help parents and teachers support each child's progress. It's a ready-made early literacy library for home shelves or classroom book corners.
About the Books
This Stage 2 collection continues the beloved Read with Oxford program, a leveled reading series long used in UK schools and now available for American families building strong early reading habits at home. Each of the 16 slim paperbacks follows Biff, Chip, Kipper, and their family through small, relatable adventures: hunting for a missing toy, chasing a dragon in make-believe play, riding a homemade raft, or blasting off on a pretend rocket. Eight titles are phonics-focused, using decodable, sound-based vocabulary so children can practice blending letters and sounds with real success. The remaining eight titles broaden the reading experience with everyday language, richer sentences, and more varied vocabulary, helping children move from careful decoding toward fluent, confident reading. Every book includes simple discussion prompts and activity ideas, making it easy for a parent or teacher to turn story time into an interactive learning moment. The stories are short enough to finish in one sitting, which builds a real sense of accomplishment for beginning readers, while the shared characters and settings mean kids don't have to relearn a new world with every book. Because the set spans phonics practice and independent-style reading, it works equally well for structured guided reading at school and relaxed bedtime reading at home. Parents looking for a next step after picture books, or teachers assembling a leveled classroom library, will find this collection a dependable, well-loved bridge between learning to read and reading to learn.
Key Benefits
Book-by-Book Guide
Such a Fuss — A lively school-day mix-up gives early readers a gentle phonics workout paired with a playful, familiar setting.
Dragon Danger — A make-believe dragon adventure lets kids practice decoding while following a simple, exciting story arc.
Floppy and the Bone — Floppy the dog searches the neighborhood for his missing bone, building vocabulary through everyday context clues.
Missing! — A misplaced item sparks a small mystery that encourages readers to track clues and predict the outcome.
Poor Old Rabbit — A calm farmyard mishap gives new readers an easy story to connect characters, actions, and consequences.
The Backpack — An ordinary errand becomes a mini expedition, widening vocabulary as the family works through each task.
The Sing Song — A musical get-together uses rhythm and repetition to support fluency and celebrate friendship.
Quick! Quick! — A fast-moving, short story trains rapid word recognition and keeps pace with growing reading speed.
The Moon Jet — A pretend space journey sparks curiosity about planets and rockets while practicing new vocabulary.
The Raft Race — A river-side contest highlights teamwork and problem-solving as the characters build and race a raft.
The Red Coat — A chilly outdoor trek invites careful observation as a favorite coat goes missing and turns up again.
The Spaceship — A second imaginative space adventure keeps young readers engaged with rockets, planets, and teamwork.
Wet Feet — A rainy-day outing turns into a lighthearted lesson about being prepared, told in simple, everyday language.
I Can Trick a Tiger — A playful, imaginative romp lets readers enjoy silly wordplay while practicing phonics sounds.
Shops — A trip around local shops introduces everyday vocabulary and real-world reading practice.
Super Dad — Wilf's dad saves the day in a warm, funny story that wraps up the set on a feel-good note.
About the Authors
Cynthia Rider is a longtime contributor to the Oxford Reading Tree family of programs, writing stories that have introduced generations of children to reading through the adventures of Biff, Chip and Kipper. Annemarie Young and Nick Schon have likewise written and developed titles within the Read with Oxford program, helping craft leveled stories that balance phonics practice with engaging, everyday storytelling. Together, this team of contributors has shaped a reading series trusted by parents and teachers for building early literacy skills through relatable characters and carefully paced stories.
Why You'll Love This Collection
Sixteen books means sixteen fresh reasons for your early reader to pick up a story, whether for a rainy afternoon, a classroom library, or a thoughtful back-to-school gift. The mix of phonics practice and everyday storytelling keeps kids motivated while quietly building real reading skills and confidence, one small adventure at a time.
Please Note: This is the UK edition with the ISBN as listed; the cover may vary slightly from the image shown.
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