Read Write Inc. Phonics: Sanjay Stays in Bed (Pink Set 3 Storybook 6)

Core Storybook Features: Focus Sound – ay
These decodable Core Storybooks provide structured practice for children learning to read. The stories include a range of engaging genres, such as fairy tales, myths and legends, rhyming stories, and familiar settings, encouraging a love of reading and building strong foundational skills.

Focused Phonics Practice: Set 1 and Set 2 Sounds
Strengthens early phonics skills and supports fluent reading:

Speed Sounds – Focus on Set 1 and Set 2 phonics sounds

Focus Sound – ay

Green Words – Decodable words aligned to the phonics focus

Red Words – High-frequency tricky words: said, no, all, of, are, you, he

Comprehension Activities to Deepen Understanding
Each book features:

Retell the Story – Builds sequencing skills and supports oral storytelling

Questions to Chat About – Encourages inference, discussion, and deeper engagement with the story

Supportive Reading Preparation
Pre-reading activities help children prepare for successful reading:

Sound and Word Practice – Activities at the start to practise key sounds and vocabulary

Vocabulary Check – Introduces and explains unfamiliar or challenging words

Linked Writing Practice
Children extend their learning through structured writing activities:

Pink Get Writing! Books – Provide composition and spelling activities aligned with the Core Storybooks

Teaching and Planning Support
Teachers are supported with detailed planning tools and professional development:

Lesson Plans – Available in Read Write Inc. Phonics Handbook 1 and on Phonics Online, featuring story introductions, sound practice, and comprehension discussion points

Professional Development – Provided by Ruth Miskin Training to ensure consistent and effective phonics instruction across the school

Reading Readiness
These Core Storybooks are ideal for children who have a secure understanding of Speed Sounds Set 1 and Set 2 and are ready to extend their phonics skills through structured and engaging texts.

Additional Books for Practice
Corresponding Book Bag Book: My Holiday

Corresponding More Storybook: Dressing Up Day

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