Children's Books

Coach Vic has a secret tucked inside an old trunk, and his shelves are packed with shiny trophies like pirate treasure. What could be so exciting? When he pulls out a big white volleyball and promises to teach everyone how to play, eyes go wide and hands shoot up - especially Dog’s paws! But will Dog remember the rules once the ball starts flying? This decodable reader practises es plurals in words like ‘beaches,’ ‘matches,’ ‘watches,’ and ‘wishes.’

Skel has a list of chores longer than his arm, and he’s far too busy for rest. But when night falls and glowing green eyes appear in the sky, can a tired skeleton outrun a hungry phantom? Will Bones and Jack reach him in time, or has Skel’s no-sleep adventure finally gone too far? This decodable reader practises si making /zh/ in words such as ’treasure,’ ‘decision,’ ‘vision,’ and ‘pleasure.’

Bea has one simple plan: fly through the garden and pick her ONE favourite flower. Easy, right? But with bouncing bees pointing every which way, roses hiding in fancy corners, and daisies wearing lace collars like tiny suns, how can anyone decide? Every bloom feels like the best one - until the next one appears. Will Bea ever make up her mind? This decodable reader practises the soft c in words like ‘cinch,’ ‘centre,’ ‘circled,’ ‘decide,’ and ‘face.’

Have you ever wondered what happens to a raindrop once it tumbles from a cloud? High above the hills, thousands of raindrops are lined up for the greatest race in the world - first one to the sea wins! But what is the prize, and does anyone actually know the rules? Tumble, splash, and roll along for a wild ride. This decodable reader practises ci/si/ti making /sh/ in words like ‘mission,’ ’location,’ ‘vacation,’ and ‘migration.’

Pang the cicada has been picked to conduct the biggest concert of the year - and absolutely nothing can go wrong! But what happens when the choir sings the wrong notes, his stomach does somersaults, and raindrops start falling at a DRY season concert? Can one nervous little conductor save the show before everything falls apart? This decodable reader practises 3+ syllable words such as ‘conductor,’ ‘cicada,’ ‘calendar,’ ‘caterpillar,’ and ‘magnificent.’

Dr. Can Do knows every single cobble in his quiet little town of Canville - or so he thinks! But when a stranger named Sam rides in claiming there are hidden caves nearby, Dr. Can Do is sure he’s wrong. What could possibly be lurking beneath those gentle green hills? Could a whole jungle really grow underground? Follow along as a humble guide leads the way into a world no one expected. This decodable reader practises le/al/el/il words such as ’little,’ ‘gravel,’ ‘purple,’ and ’tunnel.’

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 practises the ‘ph’ sound in words like ‘phenomenal,’ ‘phantom,’ ‘phew,’ and ’triumphant.’

When the barn window is left open just a crack, Starfang the spider slips out for a wild adventure in the forest. At first the world is full of tasty flowers and juicy berries - but what happens when a nest of cave-spider bruisers comes creeping after him? Can Bones the farm dog pick up the trail and track down his missing friend before it’s too late? This decodable reader practises the ‘ui’ sound in words like ‘fruit,’ ‘juicy,’ ‘pursuit,’ and ‘suits.’

Pip’s first birthday is tomorrow, and Kara has the most exciting plan ever - a surprise party with cake, balloons, and every single one of his favourite things! But what happens when a clever little puppy peeks around the doorway and hears every word? Can Kara still pull off a surprise when Pip has plans of his own? This decodable reader practises suffixes through words such as ‘boldly,’ ‘brightly,’ ‘cheerful,’ ‘proudly,’ and ‘softly.’

High in a sunny tree, Mother Crow sings to the whole neighbourhood - but her three hungry chicks need breakfast right now! Can she spot something tasty from the sky? When she sees a lady strolling by with a basket full of silver fish, Mother Crow makes a bold decision. But two rival crows have spotted the prize too, and they want it just as badly! This decodable reader practises si making /zh/ in words like ‘decision,’ ’treasure,’ ‘vision,’ and ‘precision.’