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I would like to buy a collection of 'learn to read' type books for my daughter to have at home. She is 5 1/2 and in Reception so she has one or two books a week from school which we read and make notes in her reading log.


I thought it would be a good idea to have a series of books at home which help her to read and may be a bit more interesting for her (!). I am sure I saw something recommnended on the forum to get their child more engaged in reading but I can't find it.


Any recommendations welcome!


Thanks

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Julia Donaldson's Songbirds. They stop at level 6 though. Perfect for reception.


If your daughter is already over level 6, I find that the biff, chip and kipper at level 6 + can be good. The earlier ones are boring!


My daughter also loves the Cat in the Hat reading books ( if I ran the horse show etc...)

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My oldest two (4 and 6) really like the old ladybird Read it Yourself range. I got loads off eBay for them. The book probably don't fit with the current reading curriculum but it did get them enjoying reading for themselves.
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Thanks for all your recommendations - have just bought some of the Julia Donaldson and Read it Yourself on amazon..


Emski - thanks so much for the offer..lets meet for a playdate soon - A would love to see M!

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