Continuing the narrative from Set 1, Set 2 dives deeper into the world of The Beanies series. Aimed at older, struggling readers, these Hi-Lo decodable books continue to offer high-interest, age-appropriate stories featuring a diverse cast of relatable teenage characters.
Phase 3 (Phonics) of this set is precisely structured to coincide with the Letters & Sounds program, introducing the next 22 letter sounds. With text that's strictly controlled to include only previously introduced letter sounds and 'tricky words', these readers provide a practical, text-based context for students to practice their emerging reading skills on a week-by-week basis. This focused approach is designed to build confidence in older, struggling readers as they continue to master the phonics code. Additionally, the set is compatible with other well-known reading schemes as it provides book-banded reading levels. The set includes 12 books at the Phase 3 level.
- Introduces 22 New Letter Sounds: This Phase 3 set is specifically designed to introduce the next 22 letter sounds, aligning with the Letters & Sounds program.
- Structured Progression: Each book's inside front cover shows the exact week-by-week progression, ensuring students are clear on their learning path.
- User-Friendly Features: Includes a "Point and say" page for tricky words and utilizes strictly controlled text for effective learning.
- Engaging Design: Bright, colorful illustrations make the reading experience more engaging, boosting confidence in struggling readers.
- Comprehensive 12-Book Set: This set includes 12 fiction readers, targeted for older, struggling readers, to guide them through the initial stages of reading mastery.