Product Description

ActiLearn’s A Big Bowl of Words – Level 1 is an engaging English reading book crafted for young learners aged 5+. This phonics-focused book introduces children to basic English words and sentences through a unique “Professions and Tools” theme, helping them understand the roles of community helpers like firefighters, doctors, builders, and more. Kids can explore the world of each profession, learn about the tools these helpers use, and discover valuable lessons in good habits and social responsibility.

This book is packed with essential early literacy tools, including over 100 words that cover phonics sounds, sight words, CVC words, blend words, and simple sentences. Phonics is introduced through fun and memorable exercises, helping kids develop strong foundational reading skills. The book also includes vowel digraphs, diphthongs, short and long vowels, and basic English sentences, all designed to enhance reading fluency and vocabulary retention.

The interactive content invites children to dive into vocabulary-building activities with vivid illustrations and structured phonics practices. From phonics sound activities to blend words and sight words, each section encourages reading while reinforcing essential skills like memory, focus, and cognitive development. The book is ideal for early English learners, whether at home or in the classroom, and includes activities to practice phonics, basic English speaking, and comprehension.

What’s Inside?

• Integrated Learning Approach: Combines English language skills with insights from community helpers, creating a holistic learning experience that connects language development with real-world knowledge.
• Professions and Community Helpers Theme: Children discover various community helpers, from emergency responders to lifeguards and builders, with detailed sections on the tools they use and what we can learn from each role. This theme teaches valuable general knowledge and respect for each profession.
• Phonics and Vocabulary Building: Covers essential phonics components, including CVC words, sight words, blend words, and diphthongs. Through short and long vowel exercises, vowel digraphs, and phonics sounds, children build a strong foundation in reading.
• Simple English Sentences and Paragraphs: Features basic English sentences and simple paragraphs that are easy for beginners, encouraging reading fluency and confidence.
• Good Habits and Helpful Advice: Highlights the importance of social skills and positive habits, sharing valuable life lessons from professionals on respectful and effective interactions, fostering empathy and teamwork.
• Cognitive and Socio-Emotional Skills: Enhances memory, concentration, comprehension, and socio-emotional skills through themed reading and vocabulary activities.
• 100+ English Vocabulary Words: Expands vocabulary with over 100 essential words, fostering a love for language and reading.

Ways to Use the Book:

1. Daily Phonics Practice:

• Use each page to focus on key phonics concepts daily, such as blend words, CVC words, and sight words. Repeating these activities helps reinforce basic sounds and builds strong reading foundations.

2. Interactive Vocabulary Building:

• Encourage kids to explore new vocabulary through the book’s blend words and sight words sections. Practice saying the words out loud and associating them with images for better retention.

3. Role-Playing with Professions Theme:

• Let kids role-play different professions, such as doctors, firefighters, or soldiers, using the vocabulary and phrases they learn from the book. This makes learning both fun and practical, helping kids apply language in real-life contexts.

4. Story Time with Simple Sentences:

• Engage children in reading practice by creating short stories using CVC words and sight words from the book. This helps kids understand sentence structure and builds early reading confidence.

5. Show-and-Tell with “Magic Words” and Good Habits:

• Practice social language by incorporating “magic words” like “please” and “thank you” in show-and-tell activities, helping kids develop essential conversational skills and good habits.

Why Choose ActiLearn’s Big Bowl of Words – Phonics Level 1 Book?

1. Foundation in Phonics and Early Reading:

• This book provides a structured approach to phonics, teaching kids essential skills like recognizing blend words, CVC words, and sight words—perfect for building strong early literacy skills.

2. Fun, Profession-Themed Vocabulary:

• The book introduces words related to professions and everyday life, helping kids expand their vocabulary in a way that’s engaging and relevant to real-world experiences.

3. Encourages Practical Language Use:

• With interactive role-play ideas and simple conversational phrases, children learn to use English in a practical way, preparing them for basic communication in social settings.

4. Supports Skill Development in Key Areas:

• In addition to phonics, the book helps children develop memory, comprehension, and confidence in speaking and reading aloud.

5. Perfect for Early Learners:

• Tailored for young learners, this book makes phonics accessible and fun, fostering a love for language and reading through engaging activities and relatable themes.

Ideal for ages 5 and up, A Big Bowl of Words – Level 1 combines phonics, vocabulary, and values, making it the perfect English learning book for early readers. Let your child experience the joy of phonics and reading while exploring the exciting world of professions, tools, and language development!

English Literacy

Vocabulary

Phonics

Comprehensive

Memory

Socio-Emotional