Fall 2024

Shoes

The Sound of SH

Phonics Fun! Consonant Blends and Digraphs
  • Interest Level: Preschool - Grade 2
  • Reading Level: Grade 1

Simple text and repetition of the letter blend 'sh' help readers learn how to use this sound. Additional features to aid comprehension include a word list for review, a note to parents and educators, and an introduction to the author.

First Steps
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Interest Level Preschool - Grade 2
Reading Level Grade 1
Genre Beginning Readers
Category Language Arts
Copyright 2025
Publisher The Child's World, Inc.
Imprint First Steps
Language English
Number of Pages 24
Publication Date 2024-08-01
BISACS JUV009080, JUV009110, JUV009010
Dewey 428.1
Graphics Full-color photographs
Dimensions 8 x 8
Lexile 110
Guided Reading Level D
Features Activities for further learning, Author/Illustrator biography, Glossary of key words, and Reviewed
  • About the Author
  • Beginning of Text
  • Word List
  • Activity
  • Note to Parents, Caregivers, and Educators
Author: Peg Ballard

Dr. Peg Ballard holds a PhD from Purdue University and is an associate professor in the Department of Elementary and Early Childhood Education at Minnesota State University, Mankato. Her areas of expertise are assessment, interventions, and response to intervention. Dr. Ballard teaches online graduate courses in the K-12 reading licensure and master's program along with reading interventions in the undergraduate teacher preparation program.

Reviews

A noteworthy review of Phonics Fun! Consonant Blends and Digraphs from School Library Journal on December 1, 2024

This collection builds targeted phonics skills with bold and captivating images that engage young readers. Some pages are text-free, inviting children to pause, observe, and explore the photos and illustrations more closely. The ­realistic, photographic images add an authentic touch,… View →