Bob Books: Phonics for Early Readers (Stage 1)

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035405
ISBN
9781339023847
Grade PK-1
Teaching Method
Traditional
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Charlotte Mason
A methodology based on the work of a 19th century educator who maintained that children learn best from literature (Living Books), not textbooks.
Classical
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Montessori (Discovery)
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Learning Modality
Auditory
Learns through listening, talking out loud or reading out loud.
Visual
Learns through seeing, prefers written instructions and visual materials.
Kinesthetic/Tactile (Hands-On)
Learns through moving, doing and touching.
Multi-Sensory
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Description

This box of Stage 1 Bob Books Readers is perfect for kids who are starting to read! Filled with 12 softcover books that have cute illustrations and fun, decodable stories that build phonics skills.

Publisher's Description of Bob Books: Phonics for Early Readers (Stage 1)

With playful stories, silly illustrations, and a phonics approach based on Science of Reading research, 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!"®

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, these 12 storybooks feature simple words with consistent short vowel sounds. Early readers get lots of practice with foundational phonics skills while giggling at the playful stories and pictures!

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

Category Description for Bob Books

Bob Books are beloved, easy-to-read phonics practice books that have helped countless children take their first confident steps into reading. These small, gentle readers are specifically designed for early readers with short stories, consistent phonics patterns, and just the right amount of challenge.

The simple line drawings, limited color, and short length (many books are only 12 pages) make them very approachable and satisfying for young children. Kids love finishing an entire book on their own, which builds confidence and a love for reading.

The Five Sets

  • Set 1: Beginning Readers — 12 books with very simple three-letter words and short vowels. Perfect first readers.
  • Set 2: Advancing Beginners — 12 books that continue with short vowels while gradually adding more words and slightly longer stories.
  • Set 3: Word Families — 10 books focusing on word families, blends, and endings.
  • Set 4: Complex Words — 8 longer books introducing more complex words, consonant blends, and sight words.
  • Set 5: Long Vowels & Compound Words — 8 longer books featuring long vowels, compound words, and more developed stories.

Each set builds progressively on the skills learned in the previous one, moving children smoothly from very simple CVC words to more advanced phonics patterns.

Why Families Love Bob Books

  • Very gentle and success-oriented, ideal for new or reluctant readers
  • Consistent phonics focus with controlled vocabulary
  • Short, manageable books that give children a real sense of accomplishment
  • Charming, simple illustrations that support the text without overwhelming it

Bob Books are an excellent starting point for nurturing a lifelong love of reading. They work beautifully as the first “real” books a child reads on their own and pair well with any phonics program.

Browse all Bob Books sets and individual collections below!

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Product Format:Other
Grades:PK-1
Brand:Scholastic
ISBN:9781339023847
Length in Inches:5.75
Width in Inches:5.75
Height in Inches:1.75
Weight in Pounds:0.6438
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