Play Day: The Sound of Long a

Simple text about playing and repetition of the letter 'a' help readers learn how to use the 'long a' sound. Large type, vivid full-page color photos, and a word list all aid in developing reading skills. An explanatory note to parents and educators, as well as an introduction to the author, are also included. Activities for further learning Author/Illustrator biography Educational front/back matter Glossary of key words Reading doesn't always come easily. Luckily, there's Phonics Fun! supporting the science of reading findings, this phonics-based series will help children learn the relationships between the letters of written language and the individual sounds of spoken language. Each book tells a simple, entertaining story that highlights a letter and the letter's sound. Controlled vocabulary, engaging decodable text, and vibrant photographs help young readers learn individual letter sounds--and begin a lifelong love of reading!