Bob Books: Emerging Readers Jumbo Workbook (Reissue) - (Paperback)

Book Synopsis

With playful stories, silly illustrations, and a phonics approach based on Science of Reading research, Bob Books keep young readers' confidence high, leading to continued success and a love of reading. Your child will soon join the millions of happy kids who say, "I read the whole book!"(R) The 200+ pages of matching activities, letter mazes, writing practice, and more in this playful workbook can be done alongside the Bob Books decodable book box sets Advancing Beginners, Sight Words - Kindergarten, and Sight Words - First Grade, or on their own. This workbook makes practicing sight words and early reading skills fun!

• 200+ pages of activities feature word searches, matching activities, coloring, writing practice, and more!
• For ages 4 to 6; Pre-K to first grade
• Decodable text (three-letter words with short vowels in very simple sentences) in all activities makes this workbook perfect for kids who are just beginning to learn to read.
• Friendly illustrations feature characters that kids love to learn to draw on their own.
• 60 sight words (high-frequency words) increase reading fluency.
• Builds fine motor skills.
• Achievement certificates and reading checklists build confidence and allow kids to show off their hard work!

Review Quotes

Praise for Bob Books:

"Bob Books use foolproof, evidence-based methods to teach kids how to read -- and they're fun!" -- Emily Oster, author of the New York Times bestseller Cribsheet and parent of two

"For over a century, Scholastic has partnered with educators and families to support the literacy skills of young readers. These engaging books capture their attention and are rooted in the research on how children learn to read." -- Amanda Alexander, Chief Academic Officer, Scholastic Inc.

"Bob Books offer a lighthearted, intelligently conceived introduction to reading." -- Leonard Marcus, Children's Book Review, Parenting Magazine

"Bob Books turns kids into readers." -- Kate Kelly, USA Today

"The engaging subtle humor, simple repetitive texts, and uncluttered illustrations in Bob Books entice children to read on their own, building their sight word vocabulary." -- Lee Galda, Professor of Children's and Adolescent Literature, University of Minnesota

"Children are charmed by these happy, offbeat stories and fun drawings." -- Parents Magazine

"Bob Books are best of all for teaching children to read." -- Marguerite Kelly, Family Columnist, The Washington Post

"Bob Books made our children into avid readers. Best investment I ever made." -- The Lewiston Tribune

About the Author

Scholastic Inc. is a global publishing and education company whose mission is to encourage the intellectual and personal growth of all children, beginning with literacy.