Initial Code Books
Units 11 to 20

Units 11 to 20 introduce digraphs (ch, th, sh, ck, ng, wh, qu, ve) and common word endings (ed, ing, le, tch). The books build on the letter sounds learnt in the initial units and progress the learner towards two syllable words. The books create a sense of achievement in the learners as they master the new sounds and are able to read more complex stories.

The Units are available in two parallel sets of ten books, the two books at each level use the same sounds allowing children to read different stories which reinforces learning.

These books can be used in combination with the worksheets.

Each Dandelion Reader includes:

• Phonic Progression. Dandelion Readers follow a rigorous phonic progression based on the Sounds~Write® Programme.  Each level builds on all previous levels.

• Clear phonic sequences

• Practice of blending skills

• Minimal sight words

• Text on a cream background to make it reader friendly

• Motivating stories with appealing characters

• Imaginative illustrations

• A games page to simulate further reading practice

• Worksheets available for the classroom

Example page from Unit 12, Book 1; "Hush".