Emma Explorer (Phonics Step 1): Read It Yourself - Level 0 Beginner Reader
First Little Readers Parent Pack Series
What’s inside...
Join Emma Explorer on a delightful journey as she travels around the world, learning new words and sounds in the 'Phonics Step 1' book designed for Level 0 beginner readers. The book focuses on simple sounds and words to promote phonetic decoding skills and phonemic awareness with endearing illustrations and engaging narrative. Additionally, jumpstart reading success with a big collection of motivating storybooks correlated with Guided Reading Level A. The collection includes 25 storybooks with simple, repetitive text and a tip-filled parent guide for children to learn to read with ease and confidence, ideal for Grades PreK-2.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
3-6
Length
25 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What places did Emma Explorer visit in the story?
How do you think Emma felt when she discovered something new?
What would you like to explore if you were an explorer like Emma?
Can you think of any tools that Emma might need on her adventures?
Why is it important for Emma to pay attention to her surroundings?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to imagine themselves as an explorer, considering where they would go and what they would discover.
Discuss the importance of being observant and curious, just like Emma, and how these traits can help in everyday life.
Ask your child to draw a map of places they would like to explore or items they might need on an adventure, fostering creative thinking.
Validate your child's feelings and thoughts as they answer the questions, making them feel valued and heard during the conversation.
Relate the story to personal family experiences of trips or explorations, making the story more relatable and the discussion more engaging.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Phonetic Awareness
Explanation: Through repetitive and simple sentences, 'Emma Explorer' emphasizes the sounds of letters and patterns in words, aiding in phonetic recognition.
Real-World Application: This foundational skill helps children decode new words with ease, enhancing reading fluency and confidence, both in academic settings and daily interactions.
Example Lesson: Curiosity and Exploration
Explanation: Emma's adventures introduce children to the excitement of exploring new places and ideas, fostering a love for discovery.
Real-World Application: Children are encouraged to explore their own environments, ask questions, and learn actively from the world around them, promoting lifelong learning.
Example Lesson: Problem Solving
Explanation: As Emma encounters challenges on her explorations, she demonstrates basic problem-solving skills.
Real-World Application: Children learn to approach obstacles in their path with critical thinking and creativity, skills that are essential in everyday life and future educational endeavors.