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The Sound of BL

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

Simple text and repetition of the letter blend 'bl' 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.

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978-1-5038-8925-5
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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 340
Guided Reading Level F
ATOS Reading Level 1.4
ATOS Interest Level LG
Accelerated Reader® Quiz 190581
Accelerated Reader® Points 0.5
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: Alice K. Flanagan

Alice Flanagan lives with her husband in Chicago, Illinois, and writes books for children and teachers. Ever since she was a young girl, Ms. Flanagan has enjoyed writing. Today, she has more than 70 books published on a wide variety of topics. Some of the books she has written include biographies of U.S. presidents and first ladies; biographies of people working in our neighborhood; phonics books for beginning readers; informational books about birds; and career education in the classroom.

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 →