Series: Phonics Readers

Another charmingly amusing story in the popular Phonics Readers series. Adder up a Ladder follows Adder as she embarks on her new job at Badger's Cleaning Company. However, when she climbs a ladder for the first time, she quickly realises she has no head for heights. Can anything help her overcome her fears? Find out in this charming addition to...

Armadillo on a Pillow features an armadillo receiving an unexpected late-night visit from a fairy. However, things soon get out of hand as he becomes carried away with the wishes she grants... This entertaining story for beginner readers includes simple rhyming text and stylish illustrations throughout. It is a delight to share with young children or for beginner readers to...

A beautifully illustrated, fun way to learn phonics. When Big Pig discovers a treasure map, she sets off to find a fortune. But will someone else get there first? Find out in this delightful rhyming tale. Big Pig on a Dig by Russell Punter offers a captivating journey for young readers, combining exciting adventures with phonics learning.

Gopher the Chauffeur is a funny rhyming story, specially written to develop awareness of words and letter sounds. Gopher drives the Queen from one crazy escapade to another on an unexpected road trip. This laugh-out-loud rhyming story, starring quirky characters and stunning illustrations, will encourage a love of language and a joy of stories. With lots of details to spot...

Makes learning phonics fun, with rhyming text and humorous illustrations. Who's that flying in the sky? It's SuperOwl! She comes to the rescue, time and again, but is everything quite as it seems? A funny rhyming story, specially written to develop phonemic awareness, starring quirky characters and stunning illustrations. With free online audio to listen to the story. Owl in...

Makes learning phonics fun, with rhyming text and humorous illustrations. Sam Sheep Can't Sleep features Sam Sheep, who finds himself unable to sleep. His friends—Pup, Fat Cat, and Ted—are at a loss on how to help him. But does Big Pig have the answer? Find out in this charming addition to the Phonics Readers series, illustrated by Stephen Cartwright.

Unicorns in Uniforms captures the whimsical chaos on the opening day at the Snazzy Hotel, where the clumsy unicorn staff find themselves causing one disaster after another! Can anything convince their VIP guest to remain amidst the chaos? This delightful story is designed for beginner readers, featuring simple rhyming text and stylish illustrations. At the back of the book, parents...

Starring Alpaca, her maracas and a baby rattlesnake whose tail won't rattle. Alpaca's Maracas features Alpaca, who makes and sells maracas. With the Carnival coming, business should be booming - but no one is buying. Then she discovers Baby Rattlesnake has a problem too - his tail just won't rattle. Can they help each other? A fun rhyming story, specially...

Look out! These water-skiing bees are out of control! Miss Honey's class of bumble bees want to try water skiing during their lunch break. What could possibly go wrong? Find out in this latest hilarious addition to the popular Phonics Readers series with Bumble Bees on Water Skis by Russell Punter.

Cockatoos on a Cruise by Russell Punter presents a delightful adventure on the high seas. Join Bruce and Sue, the cockatoos, as they take their little nephew Lou on a luxury cruise. Chaos ensues as young Lou explores every deck, leaving a trail of mischief in his wake. However, despite the havoc, Lou might just save the day by the...

Giraffe in the Bath is all set for a soak in the tub after a hard day's work – but no one will leave her in peace! This lively rhyming story, featuring vivid illustrations and phonic repetition, is specially written for children who are learning to read. A delight to share with young children, and there are parents notes on...

Orangutan with a Van features Orangutan's removal van facing many obstacles in this hilarious phonics reader. Orangutan has a big day ahead. Tiger is moving house, and he has a lot of stuff to load onto Orangutan's van. Will it all get there in one piece? Find out in this amusing story that makes learning phonics fun. A QR code...

A funny rhyming story, specially written to develop awareness of words and letter sounds. Pangolin plays the mandolin features Pangolin, who loves playing her mandolin. There's just one problem... She's nocturnal, so she's twanging her strings in the middle of the night. The other animals in the rainforest aren't happy to be kept awake. Will they reach a compromise? Starring...

A hilarious rhyming story with plenty of phonic repetition for beginner readers. Have you ever wondered what happens in the zoo at night? Well, the answer, in this zoo anyway, is that all the animals create a hullabaloo - playing music, dancing, singing and generally having a noisy good time. Hullabaloo at the Zoo by Zanna Davidson offers a rompingly...

A beautifully illustrated, fun way to learn phonics. Ted in a Red Bed follows Ted as he is on the lookout for a new bed. Luckily, Penguin's bed store has just what he needs. In fact, the bed is so comfy, Ted soon dozes off into a dreamy sleep. The only problem is, he's still in the shop!

Ten-Pin Penguins makes learning phonics fun, with rhyming text and humorous illustrations. Benji the penguin would like to win the South Pole bowling contest. Unfortunately, his bowling's all over the place, and he only manages to hit one of the ten pins! But perhaps he's won a different competition, without even realising it?

A funny rhyming story with phonic repetition and colourful illustrations specially designed to help children learn to read. Raccoon on the Moon follows the adventure of Raccoon as he bids farewell: "Goodbye!" cries Raccoon, "I'm off to the moon. I'll be back by lunchtime, or late afternoon." Goose grins and she giggles, thinking, "You foolish Raccoon!" Simple, rhyming text helps...

Shark in the Park is an entertaining story for beginner readers. Oh no, there's a shark in the park! Or is there? This book features simple rhyming text and colourful illustrations by Stephen Cartwright. It offers a delightful experience to share with young children or for beginner readers to enjoy independently. You can also listen to the story online. Additionally,...

Raptor on a Tractor is a hilarious tale for beginner readers that centres around Raptor's tractor causing dino road rage. When Raptor's tractor has to take a shortcut, it soon causes gridlock! Find out what happens next in this amusing new addition to the popular phonics readers series. It's a funny rhyming story perfect for children learning to read.

A fun story using phonic-based text. Hooray for snail! He brings the mail... but he's ever so slow! A hilarious story fun to share aloud together, or for children to tackle on their own. Reliable snail never fails to deliver the mail, but can he make it on time? With simple, rhyming text and phonic repetition specially designed to develop...

Tricycle Mice on Ice by Russell Punter tells the story of Mike and Clyde, two adventurous mice who decide to ride their tricycles on a frozen lake—with hilariously slippery consequences. Excited by the freshly fallen snow, Mike and Clyde eagerly set out to ride their tricycles. However, their excitement quickly turns to chaos when their wheels meet the ice, leading...

A funny rhyming story, specially written to develop awareness of words and letter sounds. A short-sighted dinosaur, crashing around the forest... What could possibly go wrong? This laugh-out-loud rhyming story, starring quirky characters and stunning illustrations, will encourage a love of language and a joy of stories. With lots of details to spot in each scene and the added bonus...

It's a race to the finish line in the Jungle Grand Prix. Can Baboon beat sneaky Cheetah? In this funny rhyming story, racing driver Baboon looks set to win the Jungle Grand Prix. But her rival Cheetah will try any trick to stop her. Will he succeed? Find out in this fast-paced addition to the popular Phonics Readers series.

A gang of excitable skunks is off to the water park for a fun afternoon. Their aquatic antics soon land them in trouble – but perhaps they can put their swimming skills to good use? This entertaining story with simple rhyming text and stylish illustrations is a delight to share with young children, or for beginner readers to read themselves,...

This funny story is told with rhythmic text and phonic repetition, and is suitable for reading aloud or beginner readers. A humorously illustrated picture book for beginner readers - great fun to read aloud together. The ants are feeling a bit chilly - can Mouse help with her knitting skills? With simple rhyming text and phonic repetition specially designed to...

Whale tells a tale of treasure to escape from hungry sharks. How can Whale escape from four hungry sharks? By telling them a tale of treasure, perhaps? Find out in this latest edition to the popular Phonics Readers series. A funny rhyming story, specially written to develop phonemic awareness. With free online audio to listen to the story.

Yeti's never cooked spaghetti before-what could possibly go wrong? Yeti is expecting a lot of customers at his Snow Cafe. Delicious spaghetti should fill them up. But how much to make? You can't have too much spaghetti- can you? Another hilarious entry in the popular Phonics Readers series. A QR code on the back cover provides a link to an...

Lizard in a Blizzard tells the story of Lizard, who has decided to make a snow machine. The trouble is, once it starts to snow, he can't make it stop... This entertaining story for beginner readers features simple rhyming text and stylish illustrations throughout. It's a delight to share with very young children and includes parents' notes on phonics at...

Crab in a Lab by Russell Punter features a clever crab who uses her science skills to help her friends in this colourful phonics reader. Sam the crab loves trying out experiments in her lab, but they don't always go to plan. Can she use her science skills to save her friends from some greedy gannets? Find out in this...

Flamingo Plays Bingo is a delightful tale where Flamingo can't wait to join in on the fun of jungle bingo! But who will be crowned the winner? This entertaining story for beginner readers features simple rhyming text and stylish illustrations throughout. A perfect delight to share with very young children, or for beginner readers to read themselves. The book also...

A lively story with humorous illustrations, ideal for children who are beginning to read for themselves, or for reading aloud together. A lively, rhyming story with irresistibly funny illustrations and phonic repetition specially designed to help children learn to read. Goat in a Boat has simple rhyming text that assists children in developing essential language and early reading skills. As...

It's the Arctic Circle Battle of the Bands in this lively rhyming story starring Arctic Fox and his band, Snowasis. Arctic Fox and his band - with Musk Ox on keyboards; Arctic Hare on drums; and Polar Bear on bass - are trying to rehearse for the Battle of the Bands. But across the ice they hear "YOWOOOL!" Arctic Wolf...

A beautifully illustrated, fun way to learn phonics. Hungry Fox has found a cardboard box - just what he needs to reach a series of tasty treats. But every time his cunning plan goes wrong. Perhaps the answer to his problem is nearer than he realises? This charming tale with delightful illustrations by Stephen Cartwright makes learning phonics fun. Fox...

Axolotl Finds a Bottle tells the delightful story of Axolotl, who longs for adventure. One day, she stumbles upon an old bottle with something amazing inside. What could it be? This entertaining story for beginner readers features simple rhyming text and stylish illustrations to captivate young minds. It also includes parents' notes on phonics at the back of the book....

Frog on a Log by Lesley Sims is an entertaining story perfect for beginner readers. Frog lives in a bog and one day, he finds someone lost in the fog. This delightful tale features simple rhyming text accompanied by colourful illustrations by Stephen Cartwright. You also have the option to listen to the story online, making it a wonderful experience...

A beautifully illustrated, fun way to learn phonics. Toad has moved in to a new house on a hill. But how will her friends visit her when there's no road? She'll just have to build one herself!

Goose on the Loose is a beautifully illustrated, fun way to learn phonics. Goose is causing chaos on her high-speed scooter. Can anything stop her in her tracks? This entertaining story for beginner readers features simple rhyming text and stylish illustrations. Includes parents' notes on phonics at the back of the book and offers free online audio to listen to...

New title in the Phonic Readers series A lively story with simple rhyming text and irresistible illustrations, specially written for young children who are learning to read. I need my sleep tonight, says Bug. Tomorrow I start work for Slug. Bug glugs hot chocolate from a mug. Then snuggles up inside his rug. Simple, rhyming text helps children to develop...

Makes learning phonics fun, with rhyming text and humorous illustrations. Chameleon Comedian tells the story of a chameleon with big dreams of becoming a comedian, but her first gig doesn't go well. Perhaps she can use her natural talents to create a magical new act? Find out in this latest addition to the popular Phonics Readers series.