Toys Levels 1-2

Toys takes readers on a journey through the different materials toys can be made from, helping young learners build foundational vocabulary and scientific observation skills. With simple sentence structures and repeated phrases, the book highlights toys made from wood, plastic, metal, cloth, and more. It introduces early concepts of materials and properties, supporting physical science understanding. The use of phonics (consonant blends and long vowels) and punctuation helps develop early decoding and print awareness. This book is a valuable resource for connecting literacy with science and everyday experiences.

Educational Benefits:

• Introduces material science vocabulary in an accessible context.
• Reinforces phonemic awareness of blends and long vowel sounds.
• Supports understanding of text structure through repetition.
• Encourages prediction and classification skills.

Classroom Ideas:

• Invite students to bring in and classify toys by material.
• Set up a materials sorting station with labelled bins.
• Create a class book titled œOur Toys Are Made Of¦ following the pattern.
• Explore the properties of materials through sensory play.

Safety & Information:

• Suitable for ages 4+
• Dimensions: 20cm x 15cm
• 16 pages, softcover
• Safe for classroom use, no physical materials included