Decodable Reader - Vowel Sounds Fict Ph 5 Set 2

The Decodable Readers Vowel Sounds - Phase 5 Set 2 is a carefully structured collection of fiction readers designed to deepen students' understanding of vowel patterns and enhance their phonics fluency. This set introduces 20 alternative letter patterns, with a specific focus on complex vowel sounds that expand on previous phonics knowledge. Each book features fully decodable regular words and incorporates ˜tricky words' in a controlled manner that aligns with a week-by-week phonics progression. These texts not only reinforce technical reading skills but also engage young learners with colourful illustrations and captivating storylines that make reading enjoyable. The inclusion of alternative vowel representations supports a broader range of phoneme-grapheme correspondences, helping students decode with greater accuracy and independence. Aligned with Phase 5 of systematic synthetic phonics instruction, these readers are ideal for bridging foundational skills with more advanced decoding strategies. Whether used for whole-class teaching, small group instruction, or independent practice, this set supports literacy growth through meaningful, structured reading experiences. A valuable addition to any classroom or home learning library, this set builds essential skills for confident, fluent reading.

Educational Benefits:

• Teaches 20 alternative vowel letter patterns in context.
• Supports progression of decoding skills and phonics mastery.
• Reinforces ˜tricky word' recognition for reading fluency.
• Enhances engagement through fiction-based, illustrated narratives.

Classroom Ideas:

• Conduct small group sessions focused on vowel pattern recognition and practice.
• Use word sorting activities to compare vowel patterns from the stories.
• Encourage students to match illustrations with key vowel sounds in the text.
• Assign creative writing tasks using newly learned vowel patterns.

Information:

• Suitable for Ages: 5-8 years
• Includes 12 fiction readers
• Introduces 20 alternative vowel patterns
• Covers ˜tricky words' following phonics progression
• Book Band: Fluency 1 (Orange)
• Guided Reading Level: G-K
• Reading Level: 12-16
• Standard reader size (approx. 140 x 170mm)