Usborne My First Phonics Reading Library 12 Books Collection Set - Ages 3-5 - Paperback

Titles in This Set. Ape's Great Escape (Phonics Readers). Chimp with a Limp (Phonics Readers). Hyena Ballerina (Phonics Readers). Giraffe in the Bath (Phonics Readers). Goat in a Boat (Phonics Readers). Bug in a Rug (Phonics Readers). Kangaroo at the Zoo (Phonics Readers). Mole in a Hole (Phonics Readers). Lizard in a Blizzard (Phonics Readers). Flamingo Plays Bingo (Phonics Readers). Raccoon on the Moon (Phonics Readers). Llamas in Pyjamas (Phonics Readers). Details. Condition: Brand New. Format: Paperback. ISBN: 9781801311267. Publisher: Usborne. Age Range: 3-5 years. Overview. The Usborne My First Phonics Reading Library gathers twelve brightly illustrated beginner readers into one paperback box set. Each story features a rhyming animal character, from a mischievous ape to a bingo-playing flamingo, built around a specific phonics sound. Designed for children starting to decode words, the set pairs humour with systematic sound patterns, making it a firm favourite for parents and teachers introducing early reading skills at home or in the classroom.. About the Books. Each of the twelve titles follows a single animal character through a short, rhythmic story built around a targeted phonics sound, such as "-ake", "-imp" or "-oon". Repetition of these patterns within a fun narrative helps children practise decoding without it feeling like a lesson. Bold, characterful illustrations accompany the simple text, giving visual clues that support word recognition and keep young readers engaged from cover to cover. The stories are short, letting children complete a whole book in one sitting, building a real sense of achievement and motivating them to pick up the next title. Because the stories progress through different phonics patterns, the box set works well as a structured reading programme, whether used sequentially or dipped into at random. Parents' notes on phonics are typically included at the back of each book, offering simple guidance on supporting sounding-out and b