Bob Books Long Vowels Box Set Phonics For Ages 4 And Up Kindergarten First Grade Stage 3 Developing Reader

Introduce beginning readers to the joy of reading with the Bob Books - Long Vowels Box Set Phonics, Ages 4 and Up, Kindergarten, First Grade (Stage 3: Developing Reader): 05. This boxed set is perfect for parents, teachers, and caregivers who want a reliable, research-backed book collection that helps children transition from letter recognition to fluent reading. Designed for ages 4 and up, these paperback readers use simple phonics, clear layout, and short words to make learning engaging and achievable.

What’s in this boxed set

This set focuses on long vowel patterns and advancing readers who are ready to decode more complex sounds. As part of the trusted Bob Books series—America’s No. 1, award-winning learning-to-read collection—these Stage 3 readers continue the gradual progression children need to build confidence and independence with text. The set is CONDITION: BRAND NEW and comes in FORMAT: Paperback. ISBN: 9780439865418.

About the Bob Books approach

Bob Books are intentionally simple: clean layouts, controlled vocabulary, and systematic phonics instruction. The series was created by teacher Bobby Lynn Maslen after years of classroom experience. Her practical, child-centered design was developed through hands-on field testing, which means real classrooms and parents helped shape every title. Bob Books starts slowly—three-letter words and single-sentence pages—and gradually builds to longer sentences and varied phonics patterns. This gentle progression helps young readers gain decoding skills without frustration.

• Targeted long-vowel practice: Focused stories and word patterns that reinforce A-E-I-O-U long vowel sounds.
• Stage 3: Developing Reader: Ideal for children moving beyond basic consonant-vowel blends into more advanced phonics.
• Proven teaching method: Created by an experienced teacher and trusted by parents and educators for over 40 years.
• User-friendly format: Paperback editions make the books easy to handle for small hands and classroom use.
• Builds reading independence: Designed so children can say proudly, “I read the whole book!”

How families and classrooms use this set

Great for bedtime reading, small-group literacy centers, or one-on-one guided practice, the Bob Books Long Vowels set works well for homeschoolers, kindergarten teachers, and reading specialists. Use the series as a supplemental phonics curriculum or as a confidence-building reward for students practicing decoding skills. Companion workbooks and additional Bob Books sets extend the learning journey and reinforce skills through repeated practice.

Why choose this boxed set? Bob Books are an award-winning, bestselling author-created series that blend educational credibility with kid-friendly stories. Trusted by parents and educators nationwide, this boxed set delivers measurable progress and joyful reading experiences. Whether you’re buying a gift set for a young learner or stocking a classroom, these paperbacks are a practical, timeless resource that encourages literacy, independence, and a lifelong love of books.