{"title":"Phil Roxbee Cox","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"usborne-phonics-readers-12-book-collection-set-ages-3-5-paperback","title":"Usborne Phonics Readers 12 Books Collection Set by Phil Roxbee Cox - Ages 3-5 - Paperback","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTitles in This Set\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTed in a Red Bed\u003cbr\u003eHen's Pens\u003cbr\u003eBig Pig on a Dig\u003cbr\u003eFat Cat on a Mat\u003cbr\u003eGoose on the Loose\u003cbr\u003eFox on a Box\u003cbr\u003eShark in the Park\u003cbr\u003eMouse Moves House\u003cbr\u003eSam Sheep Can't Sleep\u003cbr\u003eToad Makes a Road\u003cbr\u003eFrog on a Log\u003cbr\u003eTed's Shed\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e: BRAND NEW\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFormat\u003c\/strong\u003e: Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eISBN\u003c\/strong\u003e: 9780746078372\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher\u003c\/strong\u003e: Usborne Publishing Ltd\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAge Range\u003c\/strong\u003e: Ages 3-5\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThis charming boxed set brings together twelve brightly illustrated Usborne Phonics Readers, written by Phil Roxbee Cox and illustrated by the much-loved Stephen Cartwright. Each softback story uses simple, rhyming, phonics-based text to help children take their first confident steps into independent reading. With playful characters, silly situations and gentle repetition, this collection is a firm favourite for pre-schoolers and children just beginning to sound out words, whether shared at home during story time or used as supportive reading practice in the classroom.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Books\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nEvery book in this Usborne Phonics Readers set follows the same tried-and-tested formula: a short, funny story built almost entirely from simple, decodable words that share a common sound pattern, such as \"Ted in a Red Bed\" or \"Fat Cat on a Mat\". This synthetic phonics approach lets newly confident readers sound out words letter by letter and blend them together, giving them the thrill of reading a whole story by themselves. Several titles, including Fox on a Box and Mouse Moves House, include fun fold-out flaps that invite children to guess what happens next before turning the page, adding an extra layer of interaction to story time. Stephen Cartwright's warm, detailed illustrations - instantly recognisable from decades of beloved Usborne titles - give visual clues to the text, supporting comprehension while children are still building their vocabulary. Each book also includes notes for parents and teachers, explaining the phonics focus of the story and offering simple tips for supporting a child's reading journey at home. Created in consultation with a language specialist, these stories are designed to be enjoyed with very little adult guidance once a child has grasped the basics of phonics. Presented together in one gift-ready collection, these twelve stories offer weeks of varied, engaging reading practice for any pre-school or early primary child.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwelve engaging phonics-based stories in one collection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSimple, decodable text ideal for developing readers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInteractive fold-out flaps in selected titles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCharming illustrations by renowned artist Stephen Cartwright\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes parent and teacher notes to support reading practice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA lovely gift set for birthdays, Christmas or starting school\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nPhil Roxbee Cox is a prolific and popular children's author who has written many titles for Usborne, specialising in books that make early reading fun and accessible for young children. The illustrations throughout this set are by Stephen Cartwright, a hugely celebrated British children's book illustrator who illustrated more than 150 books over his career, selling millions of copies worldwide. Cartwright's distinctive, warm artwork - featuring his signature little yellow duck hidden in many titles - has delighted generations of young readers everywhere.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy You'll Love This Set\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nWith twelve delightful stories, playful illustrations and a genuinely effective phonics approach, this collection makes learning to read feel like fun - a wonderful gift for any child taking their first steps towards confident reading.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePlease Note: Cover shown is the UK edition; the correct UK ISBN edition as listed will be dispatched.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Phil Roxbee Cox","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58058787750270,"sku":"VRT29218","price":21.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0642\/4549\/8093\/files\/usborne-phonics-readers-12-book-set-paperback-1.webp?v=1789891035"},{"product_id":"usborne-phonics-readers-12-books-collection-set-ages-3-5-paperback","title":"Usborne Phonics Readers Collection 12 Books Set by Phil Roxbee Cox - Ages 3-5 - Paperback","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTitles in This Set\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nTed's Shed\u003cbr\u003e\nToad Makes a Road\u003cbr\u003e\nShark in the Park\u003cbr\u003e\nBig Pig on a Dig\u003cbr\u003e\nGoose on the Loose\u003cbr\u003e\nMouse Moves House\u003cbr\u003e\nSam Sheep Can't Sleep\u003cbr\u003e\nFat Cat on a Mat\u003cbr\u003e\nFox on a Box\u003cbr\u003e\nHen's Pens\u003cbr\u003e\nTed in a Red Bed\u003cbr\u003e\nFrog on a Log\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nCondition: Brand New\u003cbr\u003e\nFormat: Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\nISBN: 9781474989138\u003cbr\u003e\nPublisher: Usborne\u003cbr\u003e\nAge Range: 3-5 years\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThe Usborne Phonics Readers Collection brings together twelve brightly illustrated paperback stories designed to make early reading fun. Each book uses simple, rhyming, phonics-based text so children can decode words with confidence while enjoying a proper story. Perfect for beginner readers aged three to five, this brand new boxed set makes an ideal first library or gift.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Books\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nEvery title follows the same winning formula: short, rhythmic, rhyming sentences built around simple phonic sounds, paired with warm, funny illustrations by Stephen Cartwright. Stories such as Ted's Shed, Fox on a Box and Sam Sheep Can't Sleep introduce familiar scenarios with a gentle comic twist, while Goose on the Loose, Mouse Moves House and Frog on a Log keep the phonics patterns consistent so children can predict and sound out words themselves. Several stories include fold-out flaps that let new readers guess what happens next. The books were created in consultation with a reading expert and reissued to support the synthetic phonics approach used in UK primary schools. Each slim paperback is short enough to be read in one sitting, helping build confidence, while repetition of sounds reinforces early reading skills book after book. With twelve stories in the box, children have plenty of variety to stay engaged as they progress from single sounds to whole sentences. Ideal for bedtime or the classroom reading corner, this set supports a confident move into independent reading.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e12 engaging phonics-based paperback stories in one boxed set\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRhyming, decodable text supports the synthetic phonics method taught in UK schools\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBright, characterful illustrations by Stephen Cartwright\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInteractive fold-out flaps in several stories encourage prediction and engagement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePerfect for beginner readers aged 3-5, ideal for home or classroom use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreat gift for a new reader, birthday, or \"getting ready for school\" present\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nPhil Roxbee Cox is a British children's author known for accessible, funny, rhythmic stories that make early reading enjoyable for young children. He has written extensively for Usborne, contributing to several phonics and early reader series designed to support children's first steps into independent reading. His stories are illustrated throughout by Stephen Cartwright, a celebrated illustrator whose warm, characterful artwork has appeared in more than 150 books and sold millions of copies worldwide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy You'll Love This Collection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nWith twelve stories in one brand new boxed set, this collection offers fantastic value and variety for early readers. 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