The animals come to a picnic. What do they bring to share? Each story gives children the chance to practice sounds and spelling patterns learned from Oxford Phonics World.

Rabbit needs a house. Friends help him find one. Each story gives children the chance to practice sounds and spelling patterns learned from Oxford Phonics World.

Lesson plans containing teaching suggestions for all aspects of the student books Complete support with details of the games and activities used in lesson plans A Games bank offers ideas for more games and activities Tips for teaching different parts of the lessons, guide you step by step

A lively story with humorous illustrations, ideal for children who are beginning to read for themselves, or for reading aloud together. With simple rhyming text and phonic repetition specially designed to develop essential language and early reading skills. Guidance notes for parents are included at the back of the book.

Read With Biff, Chip and Kipper is the UK's best-selling home reading series. It is based on Oxford Reading Tree which is used in 80% of primary schools. This Read with Biff, Chip & Kipper Level 2 Collection is great value, containing 4 books in 1! It includes the stories Mum's New Hat, Picnic Time, A Yak at the Picnic, A Man in the Mud, Win a Nut! and The Bag on the Bus. Level 2 First Stories have been specially written to introduce and practise a range of key everyday words and to develop early reading skills through simple stories. Level 2 Phonics practise sounds and letters with the help of Biff, Chip, Kipper and Floppy. This collection focuses on combining sounds (single letters and letter pairs) to read simple words and sentences. These engaging stories include tips for reading together and for talking about the story, puzzles and fun activities. Written by Roderick Hunt and beautifully illustrated by Alex Brychta and Nick Schon, they are the perfect introduction to learning to read! This series also provides free support for parents through www.oxfordowl.co.uk. Visit the Oxford Owl for practical advice for helping children learn to read, all you need to know about phonics and lots of fun activities and free eBooks.