The Best Bike of All

The Best Bike of All explores the difference between needs and wants through the relatable scenario of a family shopping for a new bike for Mum. As they compare various bikes with different features, the family navigates the challenge of choosing between essential items and tempting extras. Through lively illustrations and meaningful vocabulary, this story supports discussions around financial literacy, helping young readers identify what's necessary versus what's desirable. The book skillfully integrates phonics elements, such as consonant blends (br, fl) and long vowel patterns (bike/find/ride), to enhance literacy development. By the end, the family finds a bike that perfectly suits their needs-with some bonus features to enjoy! This text provides excellent opportunities for inferencing, prediction, and examining the author's intent, while linking real-world decision-making to classroom learning.

Educational Benefits:

• Introduces financial literacy concepts such as distinguishing needs from wants.
• Reinforces comprehension strategies including inference and prediction.
• Supports phonics development through consonant blends and long vowels.
• Builds vocabulary with content-specific words and real-world context.

Classroom Ideas:

• Create a classroom œneeds vs wants sorting chart using magazine cut-outs.
• Role-play shopping scenarios and decision-making around limited budgets.
• Use the story to prompt a discussion on family values and spending priorities.
• Explore persuasive writing-students write about their œbest bike of all.

Safety & Information:

• Suitable for ages: 6-8
• Book size: 200mm x 190mm
• Printed with non-toxic ink and durable child-safe materials
• No small parts - suitable for early readers handling independently