Usborne Very First Reading is based on the principles of synthetic phonics, and has been carefully developed to tie in with Letters and Sounds, the UK Government programme used in thousands of primary schools.

Reading is both the key to success at school and the source of a lifetime’s pleasure. Usborne Very First Reading helps children to develop the skills and motivation they need to read with confidence and enjoyment.

Books 1-7

In the first seven books, adult and child take turns to read, with the child's share becoming bigger and more challenging in each book. These books cover material that is normally taught during a child's first year at school.

  * lively stories to inspire very beginner readers.
  * Based on the principles of synthetic phonics, supports the "Letters and Sounds" programme used in thousands of UK primary schools.
  * Adult and child take turns to read, and the child’s text introduces key letter-combinations in turn.
  * Fun puzzles test understanding, and provide opportunities for discussion and further reading practice.