Alphabet
I Can Do It! Series
What’s inside...
Learn important alphabet and first word skills in this wipe-clean and pull-the-tab novelty board book. The answers to over 100 ABC questions are revealed when you pull-the-tabs, helping children to learn some fundamental first words rules and to gain alphabet confidence in no time at all. Use the wipe-clean pen to write the answer to each word, then pull the tab to check your answers! A perfect novelty board book to promote numeracy for children age 5 and up to support school learning in the home. Simply wipe clean and use again and again.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
5-6
Length
12 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What is your favorite letter in the alphabet and why?
Can you think of an animal that starts with the letter 'S'?
How do the illustrations help you understand what each letter stands for?
Why do you think it's important to learn the alphabet?
Can you come up with a fun story using the letters 'M' and 'T'?
Tip: Role play these questions
Use animated expressions and different voices for each letter to make the reading experience more dynamic.
After reading the book, encourage your child to draw their favorite letter and an object that begins with it.
Play alphabet-themed games based on the book's illustrations to reinforce learning in a playful manner.
Discuss the importance of each letter and its role in forming words, enhancing both vocabulary and spelling skills.
Relate the letters to your child’s surroundings (e.g., 'B' for Bed, 'D' for Door) to connect their learning to everyday life.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Letter Recognition
Explanation: 'Alphabet' by Nat Lambert provides a vivid introduction to the letters of the alphabet, associating each letter with an easily recognizable object or animal.
Real-World Application: Children will be able to identify and name letters when they see them in other books, signs, and everyday objects, fostering early literacy skills.
Example Lesson: Vocabulary Building
Explanation: Through engaging illustrations paired with each letter, this book introduces young readers to new words and concepts, enriching their language skills.
Real-World Application: As children encounter new words in the book, they can use them in their daily conversations and storytelling, enhancing their expressive language abilities.
Example Lesson: Phonemic Awareness
Explanation: The book presents each letter with corresponding sounds, helping children understand the phonetic components of language.
Real-World Application: This understanding aids in their ability to sound out words while reading, improving their phonetic decoding skills.
Example Lesson: Early Reading Skills
Explanation: By repetitively showcasing letters and associated words, 'Alphabet' helps reinforce familiarity with common words and their usage.
Real-World Application: The reinforcement helps children in recognizing word patterns and predicting text, crucial steps towards independent reading.