For the stage 2 emerging reader, you find one-syllable words using consistent short vowel sounds. Consonant blends are introduced, and you will notice an emphasis on empathy. These are perfect for pre-kindergarten to 1st grade students. Each of the 12 books is numbered so you can work through them. A helpful card for the parents gives you some ideas for using the readers to the best effect. You can't go wrong with BOB books and kids will love the animal story themes! ~Sara
Bob Books: Animal Stories (Stage 2)
Description
A brand-new Bob Books boxed set featuring 12 easy-to-read stories about silly animal characters, and introducing a new illustrator!
In Bob Books: Animal Stories you will find 12 easy-to-read and humorous books, all featuring silly animal characters! With one- and two-syllable words and short vowels, the books in this set are fun confidence builders, especially for kids in kindergarten. Perfect for reading alongside the box sets Set 2: Advancing Beginners or Sight Words Kindergarten.
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!
| Product Format: | Other |
|---|---|
| Grades: | PK-K |
| Brand: | Scholastic |
| ISBN: | 9781338315127 |
| Length in Inches: | 5.625 |
| Width in Inches: | 5.75 |
| Height in Inches: | 1.625 |
| Weight in Pounds: | 0.65 |
