Book details
Dog Diary (1.0 Very First Reading)
Description
A delightful story to inspire very beginner readers, based on the principles of synthetic phonics and supports the 'Letters and Sounds' programme used in thousands of UK primary schools. The fourth title in the 'Usborne Very First Reading' series, designed for younger children to introduce them to reading together with their parents. Both adult and child take turns to read, with the text clearly marked for each reader. The series progresses with adults reading less and the child reading more. Fun puzzles test understanding, provide opportunities for discussion, and further reading practice, along with guidance notes for parents and beautiful illustrations to motivate beginner readers.
Age
2-7
Text complexity
emerging
Length
32 pages
Why to read
- Develops Reading Skills: 'Dog Diary (1.0 Very First Reading)' is specifically designed for early readers. Engaging with this book helps young children practice their phonics and develop their reading abilities in a fun and accessible way.
- Builds Confidence: As part of the 'Very First Reading' series, this book is tailored to give children a sense of achievement as they progress. The simple vocabulary and sentence structure can boost their confidence in reading independently.
- Enhances Imagination: The story of 'Dog Diary' allows children to explore the world from a dog's perspective, stimulating their imagination and encouraging creative thinking as they visualize the narrative.
- Promotes Bonding Time: Reading this book together with a parent or guardian can be a special bonding activity, fostering a love for reading and shared enjoyment that can have lasting effects on a child's relationship with books and learning.