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Very First Reading: abc
Summary
Very First Reading
Very First Reading: abc
- A bright and appealing book to help children associate letter-sounds with pictures and learn their ABCs.
- Each letter is illustrated with a large, colourful and humorous picture that will appeal to young children.
- Includes guidance notes on learning the alphabet and letter-names and sounds.
- Part of the award-winning “Usborne Very First Reading” series specially developed to help children learn to read.
“If you want a great set of reading books for little'uns who have just started learning to read, look no further. This is inspired.”
The Independent review of Usborne Very First Reading books
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Awards
US Teachers’ Choice Award for the Family 2011
Awarded to the Usborne Very First Reading series. For the Teachers' Choice Award, teachers who are also parents evaluate books, games, websites, electronics, and more — to choose the best tools for at-home learning.
Bronze Award in the 5-7 Educator Awards 2010
Awarded to the Usborne Very First Reading series. The award's aim is to identify and reward excellence in educational products that have been designed for children in Key Stage 1.
Press & Blog Reviews
Some books were just made for sharing! And if they give a child the confidence to read alone, it will be a major step on their road to independence. So Usborne have come up with the ideal solution – a series of exciting and beautifully illustrated books specially developed to offer a structured and methodical programme of reading. Whether you are a parent, a carer or a teacher, you can be sure that the Very First Reading books will turn learning into an adventure.
Lancashire Evening Post
A fantastic new series of enjoyable and fun books for you to share with your child. This series is an excellent complement to your child's school curriculum.
Families Journal
Extras
- Teach your Monster to Read
If your child is just starting to learn to read, this free game will help give them speed and accuracy in recognising letters. Click on the link to find out more about the game. - Video clip of Peter Usborne talking about Very First Reading
- Visit the Very First Reading mini site
Find information about synthetic phonics and the structure of the series, along with downloadable puzzles for each title.
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