First Words and Pictures

Specially created to support early childhood teaching, this series is perfect for children learning to read. As young readers turn the pages, they will have lots of opportunities to: make comments and ask questions; make descriptions; discuss their own lives and experiences; read and understand words and simple sentences; improve their skills in counting, understanding, and using numbers; find out about people, places, technology, and the environment. Developed by preschool educators, each book includes a section packed with tips and ideas targeted to parents and educators for helping children build their reading skills and confidence.