Book excerpt: Created by a teacher, Bob Books have been helping children learn to read for more than forty years! This set of phonics-based, easy-to-read stories features silly animal characters -- perfect for kids in kindergarten and first grade. Bob Books Animal Stories are full of fun animal characters, from a pig who is a picky eater to a rabbit who loves to dress up! These charming books engage young readers while they practice their reading skills. Each story uses one-syllable words with consistent short vowels, which keeps text decodable and builds kids' confidence. Longer animal names and sight words sprinkled throughout add just the right amount of challenge. Inside this collection you'll find: 12 small, hilarious, easy-to-read books: 12 pages each, 18-28 unique words per story A parent guide with tips for helping your child learn to read Each story includes: Decodable text: Mostly three- and four-letter words with short vowels that can be sounded out (eggs, mop, slug) Simple sentences (Pig has buns and jam.) Limited sight words (saw, car, mouse) Friendly, simple illustrations that add fun and do not distract from the words Guided Reading Levels: C, D, E, F | Lexile® Measure: 60L - 270L | Bob Books Level: Stage 2 Ages: 4-6 | Grade Levels: Kindergarten, First Grade Bob Books' phonics-based method aligns with the body of research known as the Science of Reading, which proves that systematic phonics instruction is crucial to children's reading success. With simple phonics, playful stories, and silly illustrations, 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!"®