

Their extensive first-hand experience with teaching children how to read, along with their in-depth knowledge of literacy research and child development, has helped create a highly effective, engaging beginning reading series. The Learn to Read book series was created by a team of veteran teachers and reading experts. This popular and time-tested series has sold more than 20 million copies, helping both children who are just beginning their reading journey and those who are struggling to gain literacy skills. At the airport, they said their goodbyes with a tearful Sue holding on to Barney. We repeatedly hear from teachers and parents all over the world about how much their students LOVE the Learn to Read books and how the books get children hooked into learning how to read. I love you all the same, my darling sister from another mother. Extension activities to foster a deeper understanding and interest in the material.Discussion questions to promote vocabulary development, reading comprehension, and connection with text.An overview of the phonics skills, sight words, vocabulary words, literacy concepts, and other learning skills introduced in each book.

The inside front and inside back covers of each book feature: Learn to Read books are tied to content subject areas to help reinforce critical standards-based skills. Lovable, humorous, and engaging characters that children will connect with and enjoy reading aboutīased on Academic Content and Developmental Skills.Illustrations on every page that match the text to support word identification, boost comprehension, and expand vocabulary.Predictable story lines with repeating text to help early readers develop reading strategies and build confidence.Humorous or surprise endings that children love.High-interest topics for beginning readers.The Learn to Read books feature easy-to-read stories, rhymes, and songs that engage students’ attention and support their reading development by providing the following elements: Nonfiction: This book title is based on nonfiction topics set in an illustrated story. Barney Bear went traveling! Where did he go?
