Ben and the Blue Ball
This book only uses the Dolch words for Pre-Kindergarten and is a perfect story for beginner readers
About this book
Ben and the Blue Ball is a pre-readers book for children ages 1 to 5. This book only uses the Dolch words for Pre-Kindergarten and is a perfect story for beginner readers. A real human voice reads the story while the words are highlighted one by one on screen.
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, also 1 to 3 years |
| Grade | Kindergarten |
| Reading level | Level 1, Pre-Readers |
| Length | 11 pages, 85 words, 2 minutes |
| Categories | Dialogic Reading, Story Time |
| Interactive features | Draw Your Doodle activity |
| Language | English |
Where you can read this book
Reading and Math app: Read it here, plus Draw Your Doodle 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 Ben and the Blue Ball with your child
Stories like Ben and the Blue Ball work best when they are shared. Read it aloud, let your child follow the words, and stop to talk about the characters and what they do. The the story setting gives you plenty to discuss. Ask your child what they would do in the same situation. It is a simple way to turn reading time into conversation time, and to help your child think about the story.
Talk about it together
- What questions do you still have about the story?
- What was the most surprising thing in this book?
- How did this book make you feel, and why?
Inside the book
In Ben and the Blue Ball, readers find the story. This book only uses the Dolch words for Pre-Kindergarten and is a perfect story for beginner readers. The book is written for young readers, with clear words and pictures that help the story along.
Children gain a feel for the story and new words to talk about it. Read it together, pause at the interesting parts, and ask your child what they think. It is a good book to share, and to come back to again.
From the book: “I see the blue ball.”
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Frequently asked questions
What ages is this book for?
Ages 1 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 Draw Your Doodle activity is a Reading and Math app feature.
How long is the book?
11 pages, 85 words, 2 minutes
Does this book have a quiz or activity?
Yes. It has the Draw Your Doodle activity. Quizzes and activities live in the Reading and Math app.
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