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ABC Steps to Reading
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Basic literacy concepts in engaging, read-aloud stories
Text by Lynn Maslen Kertell. Pictures by Sue Hendra and John R. Maslen

Set 1

Sally the Circle and her friends introduce important skills that help prepare your child while unlocking the mysteries of reading. Your youngsters will never know that they’re learning as they follow the adventures of Sally, Seth and Tanner – but you will. Pre-reading skills introduced in this 12 book set include:

  • Identifying basic shapes in preparation for letter recognition
  • Sorting, classifying and symbol identification to build important problem-solving skills
  • Recognizing simple patterns to create awareness of letter groups and sight words
  • Sequencing to strengthen the ability to predict how stories flow

The Parent Guide offers additional activities, games and tips designed to support new concepts and build a foundation for reading.

12 books. 12 pages each. Order here!

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Children learn to relate sounds with letters
Text by Lynn Maslen Kertell. Pictures by Sue Hendra and John R. Maslen

Set 1

In 12 playful books, familiar animal friends progressively introduce the 26 letters of the alphabet. Engaging, read-aloud stories inspire and motivate your child, while proven teaching principles inspire success. Your child will prepare for the magic of reading as My First Bob Books • Alphabet guides them through these stages:

  • Realizing that written language represents spoken language
  • Learning the names of the letters
  • Realizing that letters represent sounds
  • Learning which letters represent which sounds

Hidden pictures challenge kids to find objects with featured sounds and the Parent Guide offers additional teaching tips and activities to support kids’ growth and build confidence.

12 books. 12 pages each. Order here!

Return to the overview of the 5 Bob Books sets.
Check the Edition Chart to compare new and old editions.

Set 1
Set 2
Set 3
Set 5

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