Guide
Decodable Readers
Discover Jolly Phonics decodable readers that help children practise blending, build fluency and grow reading confidence.
Decodable Readers
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Our Decodable Readers
Our wide range of decodable readers supports children as they practise the skills they are learning through Jolly Phonics. Each book is carefully matched to the letter sounds, tricky words and alternative spellings taught so far, ensuring children can read successfully while building confidence and fluency. With engaging stories, factual texts and traditional tales, our readers not only develop decoding but also foster comprehension and a love of reading.
All readers include:
- Fully decodable text matched to Jolly Phonics progression
- A checklist on the inside cover indicates what needs to be taught before it is read
- Clear marking of silent letters with light type
- Gradual introduction of tricky words
- Comprehension questions and discussion topics in every book
- Guidance for parents and teachers inside the cover
- Engaging illustrations and age-appropriate themes
Orange
Perfect for those just starting to read.
This collection offers simple, highly illustrated, fully decodable texts with a controlled vocabulary to support early reading and writing.
Tricky words
- I
- the
- she
- he
- me
- we
- be
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Little Word Books
Little Word BooksThese books offer structured blending practice, with each pair linked to a sound group. Engaging illustrations support vocabulary and discussion.
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General Fiction
General FictionThese books build fluency after the 42 letter sounds. Each set follows a sound group, using taught sounds and some tricky words.
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Read and See Books
Read and See BooksChildren blend sounds to read a word, then check the picture on the following page to self-correct. Sound dots help them segment and say each sound clearly.
Pink
Perfect for those needing simple, short sentences for extra practice.
This level follows Orange and provides further practice with the same skills and tricky words using shorter phrases and sentences. It is ideal for pupils needing extra support before Red Level, especially EAL/EFL learners or hesitant readers.
Tricky words
- I
- the
- she
- he
- me
- we
- be
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Inky Mouse & Friends
Inky Mouse & FriendsA charming selection of stories offer children a glimpse into the world of Inky, Snake and Bee, their friends Jess, Zack and Rags, and the folks at Moat Farm.
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General Fiction
General FictionOriginal stories with a mix of familiar faces from Miss Beech’s class and Monsters, alongside new tales told from a child’s perspective.
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Nonfiction
NonfictionA range of simple texts on real-life topics with a focus on the natural world.
Red
Perfect for the developing reader.
Fully decodable stories with a controlled vocabulary support early reading and writing while building fluency and comprehension.
Tricky words
- to
- do
- was
- of
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Fiction & Nonfiction
Fiction & NonfictionA mix of titles that capture pupils' interest through engaging stories and facts about pets, wildlife and insects.
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Folktales Readers
Folktales ReadersTraditional folktales from around the world, simply retold with controlled vocabulary to support early reading and writing.
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Our World Readers
Our World ReadersThese high-impact, nonfiction readers offer a range of texts on real-life topics. Red offers fascinating facts about the world of music.
Yellow
Perfect for the developing reader.
Fully decodable stories with a controlled vocabulary support early reading and writing while building fluency and comprehension. They introduce the alternative spelling ‹y› as /ee/ found in words such as: happy, funny and party.
Tricky words
- are
- you
- your
- come
- all
- some
- here
- they
- there
- said
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Fiction & Nonfiction
Fiction & NonfictionA mix of titles that capture pupils' interest through engaging stories and facts about natural world and life-skills.
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Folktales Readers
Folktales ReadersTraditional folktales from around the world, simply retold with controlled vocabulary to support early reading and writing.
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Our World Readers
Our World ReadersThese high-impact, nonfiction readers offer a range of texts on real-life topics. Yellow offers fascinating facts about the world of sport.
Green
Perfect for the fluent reader.
Fully decodable stories with a controlled vocabulary support early reading and writing while building fluency and comprehension. They introduce the alternative spelling ‹y› as /ee/ and the hop-over ‹e› digraphs found in words such as: take, these, bike, bone and mule.
Tricky words
- go
- no
- so
- my
- by
- only
- one
- old
- like
- have
- live
- give
- little
- down
- what
- when
- who
- why
- where
- which
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Fiction & Nonfiction
Fiction & NonfictionA mix of titles that capture pupils' interest through engaging stories and facts about natural world and history.
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Folktales Readers
Folktales ReadersTraditional folktales from around the world, simply retold with controlled vocabulary to support early reading and writing.
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Our World Readers
Our World ReadersThese high-impact, nonfiction readers offer a range of texts on real-life topics. Green offers fascinating facts about the world of transport.
Blue
Perfect for the confident reader.
Fully decodable stories with a controlled vocabulary support early reading and writing while building fluency and comprehension. They introduce the alternative spelling ‹y› as /ee/, the hop-over ‹e› digraphs and a range of alternative vowel spellings found in words such as: day, seat, sky, night, snow, brown, few, boy, bird, turn, straw, August and walk.
Tricky words
- many
- any
- before
- more
- because
- other
- made
- want
- were
- saw
- would
- should
- could
- their
- put
- right
- goes
- does
- two
- four
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Fiction & Nonfiction
Fiction & NonfictionA mix of titles that capture pupils' interest through engaging stories and facts about natural world, history and sport.
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Folktales Readers
Folktales ReadersTraditional folktales from around the world, simply retold with controlled vocabulary to support early reading and writing.
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Our World Readers
Our World ReadersThese high-impact, nonfiction readers offer a range of texts on real-life topics. Blue offers fascinating facts about the world of weather.
Purple
Perfect for the confident reader.
The most advanced level, requiring knowledge of all 42 letter sounds, 72 tricky words and the full range of alternative vowel spellings from Steps 2 and 3. It also encourages flexible strategies for tackling longer or less familiar words.
Tricky words
- always
- Father
- upon
- cover
- eight
- every
- once
- also
- after
- love
- Mother
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Fiction & Nonfiction
Fiction & NonfictionA mix of titles that capture pupils' interest through engaging stories and facts about natural world and history.
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Folktales Readers
Folktales ReadersTraditional folktales from around the world, simply retold with controlled vocabulary to support early reading and writing.
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Our World Readers
Our World ReadersThese high-impact, nonfiction readers offer a range of texts on real-life topics. Purple offers fascinating facts about the world of animals.