Out in the Field
Join city kids Becky and Calvin as they step into a field full of hidden creatures
About this book
Out in the Field is an easy readers book for children ages 5 to 9. Join city kids Becky and Calvin as they step into a field full of hidden creatures, surprising sights, and a mystery bird they've only seen in books—until now! This decodable is for beginner readers.
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 | 5 to 7 years, also 7 to 9 years |
| Grade | Grade 2 |
| Reading level | Level 2, Easy Readers |
| Length | 26 pages, 810 words, 8 minutes |
| Categories | Decodables 2nd Grade, Dialogic Reading, Story Time |
| Interactive features | No activity |
| Language | English |
Where you can read this book
Reading and Math app: Read it here 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 AppThis edition has no quiz or activity.
Why read Out in the Field with your child
Decodable books like Out in the Field are built for early readers. Every word follows a pattern your child can sound out, so the reading feels like a win. Sit beside your child, let them read the words aloud, and help only when they get stuck. A few minutes a day is enough to build fluency and confidence, and to make reading feel good.
Talk about it together
- How did this book make you feel, and why?
- What would you ask the author about Out in the Field?
- Can you retell this book in your own words?
Inside the book
In Out in the Field, beginner readers practise sounding out words. Join city kids Becky and Calvin as they step into a field full of hidden creatures, surprising sights, and a mystery bird they've only seen in books—until now! This decodable is for beginner readers. It uses one- and two-syllable words with 'ou', patterns with blends, digraphs, and first and second-grade 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: “Becky and Calvin live in the city.”
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Frequently asked questions
What ages is this book for?
Ages 5 to 9 years, at Grade 2 and Level 2 (Easy 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.
How long is the book?
26 pages, 810 words, 8 minutes
What phonics skills does this book practise?
Join city kids Becky and Calvin as they step into a field full of hidden creatures, surprising sights, and a mystery bird they've only seen in books—until now! This decodable is for beginner readers.
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