About this book
Gus is a pre-readers book for children ages 3 to 5. This decodable is for beginner readers. It uses one-syllable words beginning with grapheme 'g' and phoneme /g/ sound, patterns CVC and CV, and pre-kindergarten & kindergarten sight words only.
Book details
| Book type | Read Along Book – Narrated in a real human voice with word-by-word highlighting and static pictures. |
|---|---|
| Author | Smart Kidz Club |
| Ages | 3 to 5 years |
| Grade | Kindergarten |
| Reading level | Level 1, Pre-Readers |
| Length | 17 pages, 140 words, 3 minutes |
| Categories | Decodables KG, Dialogic Reading, Story Time |
| Interactive features | Fun with Words activity |
| Language | English |
Where you can read this book
Reading and Math app: Read it here, plus Fun with Words activity in the Reading and Math app.
Get the Reading and Math AppRead Along App: Read along narration with word by word highlighting.
Get the Read Along AppQuizzes and activities live in the Reading and Math app only. They are not part of the Read Along App.
Why read Gus with your child
This decodable book gives beginner readers words they can sound out. The patterns are simple and repeat, so children gain confidence with each page. Read it together and let your child sound out the words. Praise the effort, not just the right answers. Short, regular practice is what builds a strong reader, and this book is made for exactly that.
Talk about it together
- What would you ask the author about Gus?
- Can you retell this book in your own words?
- What was your favourite part of Gus?
Inside the book
In Gus, beginner readers practise sounding out words. This decodable is for beginner readers. It uses one-syllable words beginning with grapheme 'g' and phoneme /g/ sound, patterns CVC and CV, and pre-kindergarten & kindergarten sight words only. The words follow simple patterns, so children can sound them out and read with confidence.
Children gain fluency and confidence by reading words they can decode. Let your child read the words aloud, and help only when they get stuck. Short, regular reading is what builds a strong reader.
From the book: “Gus must get gas for his cab.”
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Frequently asked questions
What ages is this book for?
Ages 3 to 5 years, at Kindergarten and Level 1 (Pre-Readers).
Is the book narrated?
Yes. It is a read along book, so a real human voice reads the story while words are highlighted one by one on screen.
Which apps carry this book?
Both the Reading and Math app and the Read Along App. The Fun with Words activity is a Reading and Math app feature.
How long is the book?
17 pages, 140 words, 3 minutes
What phonics skills does this book practise?
This decodable is for beginner readers. It uses one-syllable words beginning with grapheme 'g' and phoneme /g/ sound, patterns CVC and CV, and pre-kindergarten & kindergarten sight words only.
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