Read Write Inc. Phonics: Tom Thumb (Yellow Set 5 Storybook 3)

Supports Learners of Set 1 and 2 Phonics
This Storybook is designed to help children consolidate their understanding of Speed Sounds Set 1 and 2, providing structured phonics practice within an engaging narrative.

Focus Sounds: Short Vowels – a, e, i, o, u
Reinforces essential short vowel sounds that form the foundation of early reading:

a – as in cat

e – as in net

i – as in sit

o – as in dog

u – as in cup

Pre-Reading Phonics Activities
Each book includes warm-up activities to:

Practise the key focus sounds and words

Introduce new vocabulary

Prepare learners for decoding and comprehension

Tricky (Red) Word Support
Highlights non-decodable high-frequency words that must be recognised on sight.
Red Words in this book include:
small, was, to, do, said, of, what, their

Comprehension-Boosting Activities
Encourages deeper thinking through:

Questions to Talk About – Stimulates discussion, prediction, and understanding

Questions to Read and Answer – Builds comprehension and independent response

Lesson Planning Resources for Teachers
Detailed, ready-to-use plans available in:

Read Write Inc. Phonics Handbook 2

Read Write Inc. Phonics Online
Includes story introductions, vocabulary checklists, and key discussion prompts

Follow-Up Literacy Development
The Yellow Get Writing! books provide supporting activities in:

Composition

Spelling

Grammar

Vocabulary building

Linked Titles
Corresponding Book Bag Book: Stuck in Fog

Corresponding More Storybook: The Sun and the Wind

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