Read Write Inc. Phonics: A Cat in a Pot (Red Ditty Book 3)

Red Ditty Book Features: Focus Sounds – a, e, i, o, u
These Red Ditty Books allow children to practise reading short, fully decodable passages. The stories provide focused practice of the Read Write Inc. Phonics Set 1 sounds, helping children build early reading confidence. Linked reading activities support accuracy, fluency, and comprehension, and prepare children for progressing to the longer Read Write Inc. Storybooks and Non-fiction books.

Focused Phonics Practice: Set 1 Sounds
Supports foundational decoding and reading fluency:

Speed Sounds – Focused practice with Set 1 phonics sounds

Focus Sounds – a, e, i, o, u

Red Words – the, no, of – tricky, non-decodable words highlighted for immediate recognition

New Vocabulary – Introduced at the start to support understanding and reading fluency

Comprehension Activities to Build Understanding
Each book includes:

Questions to Talk About – Promotes comprehension, recall, and oral discussion

Linked Reading Activities – Strengthen decoding accuracy and word recognition in context

Pre-Reading and Vocabulary Support
Designed to set readers up for success:

Sound Practice – Reinforces Speed Sounds and Green Words prior to reading

Red Word Introduction – Highlights tricky words to support fluent reading

Instructional Support and Writing Links
Lesson Plans – Provided in Read Write Inc. Phonics Handbook 1 with clear teaching steps and discussion prompts

Linked Writing Activities – Available in Get Writing! Red Ditty Books, focusing on composition and spelling

Additional Support – Ditty Photocopy Masters offer further practice for children needing extra support

Reading Readiness
These Red Ditty Books are perfect for children who have confidently mastered Speed Sounds Set 1 and are ready to apply this learning through simple, structured texts.

Linked Book
Corresponding Book Bag Book: The Bug