Bookbot Decodable Books: ph

Deep in the Ashanti forest, Kwaku Anansi finds a strange moss covered rock that puts anyone to sleep the moment he whispers seven secret words. Soon every animal is nodding off and losing their dinner. But who is that little deer watching quietly from the shadows, counting each stolen meal? When Anansi’s greed gets the better of him, will the trick he loves so much turn against him? This clever Bookbot level practices the ‘ph’ sound with words like ’elephant’, ‘atmosphere’, ‘aphids’, and ‘phew’.

Ned’s shed is finished, but something feels missing - can a trip to the beach, a shovel, and a bit of squishy blue clay really turn a plain little shed into something special? And when Ned reaches for a fistful of flowers, why do the bees suddenly want them back? Join Ned and The Book on a colorful, buzzing adventure. This decodable reader practices the ‘ph’ sound in words like ‘oomph,’ ‘phenomenal,’ ‘phew,’ and ‘spheres.’

Dive beneath the waves and explore the huge ocean biomes of Minecraft! Did you know oceans cover more than half the whole world? From warm, sunny reefs bursting with tropical fish to frozen seas where only the toughest mobs survive, each ocean hides its own secrets. Who lurks in the dark depths? Which creatures can leap from the water and walk on land? This decodable reader practices the ph sound in words like ‘dolphins,’ ‘atmosphere,’ ‘amphibians,’ ’triumph,’ and ‘catastrophe.’

Nitwit’s nose is twitchy, his eyes are watery, and his throat feels like he swallowed a cactus - but is he going to rest? No way! Not when he’s tough as an elephant and one hundred percent fine. Can Nitwit march past his friends, dodge a sneezy dog, and outsmart his own cozy bed? Or will one mighty ACHOO change everything? This decodable reader practices the ‘ph’ sound in words such as ’elephant,’ ‘phone,’ ‘phony,’ and ’triumphant.’

Hen has five precious eggs in her cozy nest, and she is determined to be the best mom in the whole wide world. But what happens when the shells start to tap and crack? Can Hen keep up with five wiggly, giggly chicks who will not sit still for a single second? Settle in for a warm, funny farmyard adventure. This decodable reader practices the ‘ph’ sound in words like ‘phew,’ ‘photograph,’ ’telephone,’ and ‘phenomenal.’

Indlovu is the biggest, boldest elephant anyone has ever seen, and she wants everyone to know it. But when she dares to shout that she is stronger than the rain, the sky falls silent and the waterholes crack dry. Can a tiny hornbill teach the mightiest creature on the plain that even the greatest must learn to ask? Will the rain ever return before it is too late? This Bookbot level practices the ‘ph’ sound in words like ’elephant’, ’triumphant’, ‘prophecy’ and ‘phew’.

When Tembo the mighty elephant plants his feet at the only waterhole and declares it his own, every thirsty animal on the parched plain goes without. Who could possibly out-muscle the biggest beast on the savanna? Watch clever little Sungura the Hare hatch a plan so bold it just might work. Will his trick be enough to make Tembo share? This Bookbot level practices the ‘ph’ sound with words like ’elephant’, ‘pheasant’, ‘phase’, ’triumphant’, and ’epiphany’.

Every year the great baobab drops its sweet fruit for the whole village to share. But when a greedy hyena named Fisi arrives at dusk, he wants every last pod for himself. Can a clever girl and a patient old tree teach him that you cannot steal what a tree gives freely? This Bookbot level practices the ‘ph’ sound making /f/, with lesson words like ‘phantom’, ‘phony’, ‘phase’, ‘oomph’, and ’triumph’.

The Moon is new to the sky, and she has a wondrous secret: like her own bright sphere that shrinks to nothing and returns, people too will come back after death. But when she picks fast, chattering Hare to carry this message across the desert, will he remember it right? Or will his muddled words plant a doubt that spreads faster than aphids? This Bookbot level practices the ‘ph’ sound in words like ‘sphere’, ‘phases’, ‘atmosphere’, and ‘phantom’.

Phew, what could be more tempting than a tree that rains golden fruit? Deep in the Congo forest stands a tree that only gives up its gift to someone who knows its true, long name and sings it just right. Little Suki is listening closely, but will she remember every step? This Bookbot book practices the /f/ sound spelled ‘ph’ with words like ‘phew’, ’triumph’, ‘symphony’ and ‘atmosphere’.

Alex has a cursed emerald in his pocket, and one accidental peek turns his brother Jake into a stone statue! Can an ancient message scratched into the back of the village iron golem hold the secret to breaking the curse? What does “Nether fire” really mean, and will the brothers be brave enough to face the bubbling lava together? This decodable reader practices the ph sound in words like ‘alphabet,’ ‘decipher,’ ‘phrase,’ and ’triumphantly.’

The cursed emerald is finally going down - into a lava pit, no less - but how do you throw something that turns you to stone the moment you touch it? Our hero has a wild plan involving a mine cart, a fire resistance potion that tastes suspiciously like nothing, and one very brave best friend named Jake. Will the rails hold? Will the potion work? Can anyone really outsmart a whispering gem? This decodable reader practices the ph sound in words like ‘phantom,’ ‘morphed,’ ‘symphony,’ and ‘phew.’

Red loves three things: swimming, looping, and lunch in his cool, cool pond. But what happens when Big Bad Fish comes gliding out of the dark, with rows of sharp teeth and a creepy little light on his head? Can one tiny fish and his nervous pals outsmart a giant with snapping jaws? Red has a really big idea - but will it work? This decodable reader practices the ‘ph’ sound in words like ‘phenomenal,’ ‘phantom,’ ‘phew,’ and ’triumphant.’

One plum towel, one windy day, and suddenly it is sailing off into the sky like a ghost with places to go! Who will grab it first as it drifts across the yard? Will a splashing neighbor claim it, a horn player use it as a cushion, or will our little hero ever get that perfect towel back? Hold on tight and find out! This decodable reader practices the ‘ph’ sound in words such as ‘phew,’ ‘phantom,’ ‘megaphone,’ ‘symphony,’ and ’triumph.’

Why does the Moon wear dark marks across her silver face? Long ago, the Sun and Moon both blazed in the daytime sky, and no one had ever seen a shadow or slept a wink. When the weary world begs for rest, can the gentle Moon find a way to soften her fierce glare and give the night its very first evening? Discover the answer in this warm folktale. This Bookbot book practices the ‘ph’ sound with words like ‘sphere’, ‘phantom’, ‘phases’, and ’triumph’.

Wanjikũ is the cleverest girl on the green ridge, quick with a riddle and quicker with a laugh. So why does the charming stranger she marries only appear at dusk, and only eat with his back turned? When his true face finally shows in the firelight, can a clever girl and a brave little brother outrun what waits in the dark? This Bookbot level practices the ‘ph’ sound with words like ‘phantom’, ‘atmosphere’, ’triumphant’, and ‘phew’.

When a sneaky dragon snatches Phil’s favorite toy and zooms off into the clouds, can Sophie and Phil grab hold of his mane and chase him through the sky? What happens when Dragon spots a beanstalk bursting with treasure and flings them into a storm of spinning gold? Hold on tight for a wild, tumbling ride full of giggles, gasps, and very stretchy hoodies! This decodable reader practices the ‘ph’ sound in words like ‘phone,’ ‘photo,’ ‘megaphone,’ and ’triumphant.’

What happens when a mysterious white deer appears at the edge of the forest and beckons you to follow? When a curious child ignores their mother’s warning and chases the deer deep into the trees, they get hopelessly lost - but find something wonderful instead. Could a pangolin, a honey-loving bear cub, and a gentle elephant become unlikely friends? This decodable reader practices the ph phonogram in words like ‘photo,’ ‘pheasant,’ ’elephant,’ and ’triumphant.’

High on a dry ridge where no rain has fallen for a whole season, an old woman named Nozipho watches the world and waits. When the maize withers and the river shrinks to a trickle, who could possibly know a way to save the village? Could the answer be something everyone has walked past for years? This Bookbot level practices the /f/ sound spelled with ph, using lesson words like ’epiphany’, ‘megaphone’, ’triumph’ and ‘phew’.

The sea is warm, the sun is pink, and everything feels perfect - until the fish all vanish and something HUGE stares up from the deep. Who is hiding on the ocean floor? Can Jack, Zom, and Skel find someone brave enough to face a gang of honking, snapping axolotls? And is anyone truly never, ever scared? This decodable reader practices the ‘ph’ phonogram in words like ‘atmosphere,’ ‘phantom,’ ‘catastrophe,’ ‘phew,’ and ‘morphed.’

When Ben’s cat misses dinner, he cups his hands like a megaphone and calls - but where has she gone? Following fresh paw prints, he finds her perched happily on top of a huge rubbish pile. Then the pile stands up and walks away with his cat still riding on top! Can Ben outsmart a walking mountain of junk and rescue his naughty puss? This decodable reader practices the ph sound in words like ‘megaphone,’ ‘phenomenal,’ ’triumph,’ and ‘phew.’

Phoebe the fish knows her lake is the best lake in the whole wide world - cool green shade, smooth rocks, and every ripple just right. But one morning, something strange bobs on the surface, and rubbish starts drifting past her nose. Who would dump junk in her beautiful home, and can one small fish really make them stop? This decodable reader practices the ‘ph’ sound in words like ‘phenomenal,’ ‘catastrophe,’ ‘megaphone,’ and ‘phantom.’

What happens when villagers who have never touched a chicken sign up for a farm stay with Zom the zombie farmer? Could mucking out pig sties, milking bleating sheep, and scooping horse droppings really be worth it for a big country breakfast? And when a phenomenal spread finally appears on the table the next morning, why is every single dish a strange shade of green? This decodable reader practices the ‘ph’ sound in words like ‘pamphlet,’ ‘phantoms,’ ‘phosphate,’ and ‘phrase.’

Did you know your face can tell a story without saying a single word? From big, bright smiles to scrunched-up frowns, our faces show the world exactly how we’re feeling inside. But what happens to your face when you’re brave? Or nervous? Or when you see something super cool like a baby elephant playing? Discover the amazing ways our faces change with every emotion we feel!