PURPLE - FOLKTALE READERS BE PRECURSIVE

Jolly Phonics Purple – Folktale Readers (Level 5, BE Precursive)

• A set of decodable folktale reader books for Level 5 in the Jolly Phonics phonics progression, written in precursive handwriting style. These retell traditional folktales from around the world using carefully controlled vocabulary.
• Text uses only decodable regular words based on the 42 core letter sounds plus a range of alternative vowel spellings children have learned up to this level.
• Only a small number of tricky words (high‑frequency words that aren’t fully decodable yet) are included; these are typically listed inside the front cover for practice before reading.
• Silent letters (like the b in lamb) are shown in faint type to avoid confusion during reading.
• Comprehension questions and discussion prompts at the end of each book help build understanding and engagement beyond decoding.
• Usually sold as a complete set of 6 books, each about 16 pages long, designed for readers who have moved beyond basic phonics and are ready for more structured stories.