Build Confident, Fluent Readers with the Jolly Phonics Core Purple Readers

Jolly Phonics Purple Readers Complete Set Level 5 (General Fiction, Non-Fiction & Inky Mouse and Friends) (Precursive letters)

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Inside the Book

The Purple Level Books (fifth level) use only decodable regular words based on previously taught letter-sound knowledge, including:

  • 42 main letter sounds and key alternative spellings:

    • ay as in day, ea as in seat

    • igh as in high, ow as in low, ew as in dew

    • oy, ir, ur, al, aw, au, ph, air, ear, are

  • Rules like “If the short vowel doesn’t work, try the long vowel”

  • Faint type used for silent letters (e.g., the b in lamb)

Each book also includes:

  • Tricky words and alternative vowel spellings (inside front cover)

  • Comprehension questions and discussion topics at the end of each book

What's Included

A complete set of 18 engaging readers
Titles include, Bears, The Amazon, Ada Lovelace, Hairy Monsters, Assembly, The Accident, and more
Each book is 16 pages, designed to strengthen fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension
Vocabulary tailored for children confidently reading longer decodable texts
A blend of fiction and nonfiction content

Key Features & Benefits

Supports advanced decoding with alternative letter sound spellings
Reinforces tricky words and silent letters
Encourages critical thinking with built in discussion questions
Helps students apply the try the long vowel rule
Designed specifically for children who are already blending sounds fluently
Perfect for
Independent reading
Guided reading groups
Home or school use

Technical Details

Price £42.15
ISBN 978-1-83582-280-7
Reference JL2807
Edition British English Precursive, paperback
Author Sara Wernham
Publication Date April 2025
Size (per book) 151mm x 204mm
Weight (per book) Approx. 50g
Extent 16 pages per book

What Parents & Teachers Say

“Thank you Jolly Phonics for this amazing programme – you made teaching much easier and fun for students to grasp at a very young age. I’ve been teaching for about 10 years now and this is by far the best method for teaching students to read and write. You notice the improvement with every step.”

Samar Alahmeh

"The Jolly Phonics program has been a cornerstone of our English language instruction for over a decade. The positive outcomes speak for themselves. Our students now enter Grade 1 with a solid foundation in English, and teachers and students appreciate the engaging and effective nature of the programs."

Najwa Noueihed