Maps: Band 04/Blue

Collins Big Cat Phonics for Letters and Sounds is a series of decodable readers that feature exciting fiction and non-fiction stories to engage and inspire children. The books are aligned to Letters and Sounds Phases 1–6 and include notes in the back for support. The Handbooks provide demonstration and modeling, comprehension monitoring, and vocabulary expansion. The information book, "How Maps Have Evolved and Changed Over Time," explores the evolution of maps and their impact on our understanding of the world. Blue/Band 4 books offer longer patterns with sequential events and integrated literary and natural language. This book focuses on adjacent consonants with long vowel phonemes, and pages 14 and 15 allow children to revisit the content and support comprehension, vocabulary, and recall. The book has been quizzed for Accelerated Reader.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 16 pages
Publication date: 08 December 2017
Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers

Collins Big Cat Phonics for Letters and Sounds is a captivating collection of fiction and non-fiction decodable readers designed to ignite and inspire young readers. These readers are meticulously aligned with the Letters and Sounds Phases 1-6, providing valuable notes in the back for further support. The Handbooks offer comprehensive guidance in demonstration, modeling, monitoring comprehension, and expanding vocabulary.

In this enlightening information book, Karen Wallace takes us on a journey through the evolution and transformation of maps, reflecting the ever-evolving understanding of the world we inhabit. Blue/Band 4 books in this series feature longer, repeated patterns with sequential events, seamlessly integrating literary and natural language elements. This particular book focuses on adjacent consonants with long vowel phonemes, providing valuable practice for children in mastering these phonetic combinations.

To enhance comprehension skills, vocabulary development, and memory retention, pages 14 and 15 offer a chance for children to revisit the content of the book. This re-visitation allows them to reinforce their understanding, strengthen their vocabulary, and enhance their recall of the key concepts and words covered. Additionally, reading notes within the book provide practical support for reading Big Cat Phonics for Letters and Sounds with children. These notes include a comprehensive list of all the sounds and words that the book will cover, ensuring a smooth and seamless reading experience.

What sets this book apart is its compatibility with the Accelerated Reader program. It has undergone rigorous quizzing to ensure its content aligns with the rigorous standards set by Accelerated Reader. This means that children who engage with this book can not only enjoy the captivating stories but also gain valuable recognition and rewards for their reading achievements.

Collins Big Cat Phonics for Letters and Sounds is a truly exceptional resource that combines engaging fiction and non-fiction stories with comprehensive teaching tools. It is designed to ignite a love for reading and empower children to master the foundational skills necessary for literacy success. Whether used in the classroom or at home, this book is a valuable asset in developing young readers' phonemic awareness, comprehension, and vocabulary.

Weight: 60g
Dimension: 172 x 211 x 2 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780008251659