Jolly Phonics Decodable Readers Level 4

The Jolly Phonics Decodable Readers Level 4 includes a set of 18 engaging books designed to support children in progressing from early phonics to more advanced reading. Each book contains 16 pages, with a balanced mix of 6 non-fiction titles, 6 general fiction stories, and 6 Inky Mouse & Friends adventures. These books are aligned with reading recovery levels 15 to 18, providing children with a scaffolded approach to reading. Level 4 introduces a wide variety of alternative vowel spellings, such as those found in words like ˜day,' ˜seat,' ˜night,' and ˜snow,' helping children master more complex sounds and spelling patterns. As the stories get longer, children are encouraged to build reading stamina and confidence, enhancing their fluency. The carefully designed vocabulary and engaging content ensure that students not only improve their decoding skills but also develop comprehension and reading enjoyment. With titles ranging from fiction to informative non-fiction, these books offer a well-rounded learning experience.

Educational Benefits

• Introduces a wide range of alternative vowel spellings, strengthening decoding skills.
• Supports reading fluency by gradually increasing the complexity of texts.
• Encourages comprehension with stories that engage both imagination and critical thinking.
• Offers a variety of text types (fiction and non-fiction) to broaden reading experience and vocabulary.

Classroom Ideas

• Have students read aloud in pairs, focusing on decoding unfamiliar words with alternative vowel spellings.
• Create vocabulary lists of the new words introduced in each book and practice spelling them.
• Conduct a comprehension activity after each reading, where children answer questions or summarise the story.
• Set up a ˜reading corner' where students can choose a book from the series and read independently, helping to develop their confidence.

Information

• Ages: Suitable for children aged 6-7 years (approximate)
• Pages: 16 pages per book
• Titles: 18 books in total
• Levels: Equivalent to reading recovery levels 15-18 (approximate)
• For more information and help, Jolly Phonics Training is available at Jolly Phonics Training Australia.