Learning to read
Children thrive when school and home are in step. We select the latest and greatest phonics materials at exactly the right book band level for your child so you can support them at home in the same way they are learning in school.
Koala
Early reader (4-5 years)
Koala club bundles offer a gentle start to reading, with books that only use the letter and sound combinations children are learning at school. The words are simple and easy to read, and the books increase in difficulty throughout the year.
Each delivery includes:
• a spotlight card giving an overview of the key letters and sounds
• flashcards for all the focus sounds
• two tricky/sight word cards outlining words that children need to learn by sight as they aren’t phonically regular – The Bear Can Read will introduce these words slowly so children never feel overwhelmed
• eight activity sheets for the children to practise their spotlight letters and sounds
• three of the latest phonics readers carefully selected to practice that month’s focus letters and sounds
• additional items to delight and celebrate progress along the way!
Honey Bear
Growing reader (5-6 years)
Honey Bear club takes a step-by-step approach to developing your child’s reading skills and confidence. Starting with simple words and letter sounds, the books gradually increase in complexity, and extend your child’s reading ability naturally. This club level also includes materials for the Phonics Screening Check many children take towards the end of Year 1.
Each delivery includes:
• a spotlight card with the letters and sounds of the month
• two tricky/sight word cards outlining words that children need to learn by sight as they aren’t phonically regular – The Bear Can Read will introduce these words slowly so children never feel overwhelmed
• at least eight activity sheets for practising spotlight letters and sounds
• three of the latest phonics readers carefully selected to practice that month’s focus letters and sounds
• additional items to delight and celebrate progress along the way!
Panda
Becoming independent (6-7 years)
This is a key stage in your child’s reading development, as they will be reading longer and more complex books. Panda club takes them through the process gradually, extending their skills without over stretching them.
Each delivery includes:
• a spotlight card with advice about how to support your child’s reading at home
• three books that have been designed to gently extend children’s reading skills and stamina
• six double-sided activity sheets created by experienced teachers to help extend your child’s vocabulary, improve their spelling and enhance their reading confidence
• a bookmark with stickers so reading time and progress can be tracked and celebrated
• additional items to delight and celebrate progress along the way!
Age bands
The age guides are included as a reference point, but the description of each reading stage and club is the best guide. Please don’t worry if the age reference for the club your child is place in is older or younger than your child’s age. Reading is a journey, and what’s important is getting books at the right level for each individual child, so they can progress with confidence.
Rewards as you go along
Just like you, we know the power of rewards and treats to motivate little ones. Each month, you’ll find a motivational gift inside your delivery (like a Japanese paper balloon, a torch for reading dens or a special notebook). Our longer term subscribers (4+ months) can also expect to see regular ‘loyalty drops’ with additional treats to surprise and delight.
Amazing boxes that have given my daughter great grasp of phonics and her reading is flying! She loves receiving her box.
Nic Webb, November 2022
