The Beanies Hilo Set 1 Decodable Readers - Blends (phase 4)

• Written especially for older and struggling readers.
• Age-appropriate, high-interest Hi-Lo stories with teenage characters.
• Features diverse, relatable characters reflecting the modern world.
• Phase 4 (Blends) set written for progression of Letters & Sounds.
• Introduces 38 adjacent consonant blends.
• Uses only decodable, regular words.
• Follows students week by week for text-based practice.
• Each story uses strictly controlled text to limit new sounds.
• Tricky words appear only after introduction.
• Builds confidence as readers master the phonics code.
• Can be used alongside other schemes with book-banded levels.
• Includes 12 fiction readers with colorful illustrations.
• Suitable for Grade K; Age 5+.
• Book band: Early 4 (Green).
• Guided reading level F - I.
• Reading level 9 - 14.

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