Sound Families R-controlled Non-Fiction Phase 5.5

This high-quality non-fiction set focuses on r-controlled vowels (/ar/ /or/ /ur/ /air/ /ear/) through 12 decodable readers-two for each sound. Each reader features highlighted graphemes, helping students readily identify the target sound while learning its various spellings in context. As part of Phase 5.5 phonics instruction, these texts are carefully written to match early reading abilities while introducing key spelling alternatives and common exception words. The use of real photographic images brings the informational text to life and supports comprehension. These books are a fantastic addition to classroom phonics programs, promoting sound discrimination, fluency, and the application of phonics knowledge in meaningful contexts.

Educational Benefits:

• Builds phonemic awareness of r-controlled vowel sounds.
• Reinforces phonics learning through consistent grapheme highlighting.
• Develops comprehension and vocabulary via non-fiction topics.
• Supports early reading fluency with phase-appropriate text.

Classroom Ideas:

• Compare graphemes in a class discussion after reading.
• Use books as models for student-created non-fiction pages.
• Integrate with themed science or health units for literacy connections.
• Play œspot the grapheme games using text excerpts.

Information:

• Age: 5+ years
• Year Level: Year 1
• Set includes 12 fiction readers with clear photographic images
• Book Band: Gold (Fluency 4)
• Guided Reading Level: K
• Reading Level: 19-21