Bob Books First! Level A, Set 1 (re-released as Bob Books Set 1- Beginning Readers) [Box set] [Paperback]

Bobby Maslen (Author), John Maslen (Author)

Book Description

Age Level: 4 and up

With their engaging stories and clever illustrations, the Bob Books have ushered millions of kids into the world of reading. This relaunch of the popular series features a handy new chart on the back of each box that enables parents and educators to easily identify which set is best suited for their child's reading capabilities. Each set is color coded to indicate reading level and each story is carefully crafted to help children at different learning stages master essential reading skills.

Editorial Reviews

From the Author

Hello friends of Bob Books! John and I, proud grandparents, are happy to announce that our first grandchild has learned to read the books in Bob Book First!.

She was about 4 1/2 when the reading "light bulb" turned on. She loves to be read to, as always, but now she is proud that she can read to her little sister and to us. She will start kindergareten this fall.

We attribute Peggy's success to her mom who started early with magnetic letters on the refrigerator. She read everything from books to street signs to cereal boxes to her.

The Parent Teacher Guide enclosed in each set of Bob Books provides lots of information on what to expect and tips on getting ready to read. It is helpful before and during your child's reading experience.

After Bob Books First!, Bob Books Fun! keeps your reader confident by providing an easy transition to Bob Books Kids! Pals! and Wow! New skills are carefully chosen in each surprising and funny set. "I read the whole book!" are favorite words from Bob Books young readers. As a special treat, there are two cut out puppets and a real stage hidden in every box!

Happy reading from your friends,

Bobby and John Maslen

P.S. Bob Books Kids! contains two activity books for more challenge and fun.

Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 4 and up
  
• Paperback: 14 pages
• Publisher: Scholastic Paperbacks; 1 edition (April 1, 2000)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0439145449
• ISBN-13: 978-0439145442
• Product Dimensions: 7.4 x 6 x 1.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 8.8 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (82 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #326,323 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Lynn Maslen Kertell is based in Seattle and writes for the Bob Books series of early readers. The series was founded in the 1970's by her parents Bobby and John Maslen.

Lynn has been involved with the Bob Books from the beginning, starting with paste up and lettering of the first edition. She later spent several years in art and design ventures but returned to the family business as her own daughter was beginning to read.

Her daughter now joins the millions of kids that happily exclaim, "I read the whole book!"®

Lynn lives in Seattle with her daughter, husband, family dog and pet pigeons.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

62 of 63 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Three Cheers for BOB!, September 4, 2000

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"iloveprovence" - See all my reviews

This review is from: Bob Books First! Level A, Set 1 (re-released as Bob Books Set 1- Beginning Readers) (Paperback)

I teach first grade and also have a grown son; I use (d) the Bob books with all of my children. Many educators advocate big books in our current educational trends, but if you really want to guarantee a child's attention, use little books. Most children absolutely adore them! The Bob books are special because they really are written on a young child's level. I always have the "literary" quality books that are recommended for today's classroom, but my kids always want the Bob books or the little books I make for them. They also prefer the simple words, illustrations (Bob's are simple line drawings), and themes. Why? Because they are definitely written for children rather than adults who think that you are not providing a good education for children unless they have high quality literature in their hands. But, I ask you, parents and teachers, how valuable is it to have a cat named Aristotle or Aristophenes(sp?..who cares! at this age!) when you can name the characters Sam, or Matt, or Spot. The point is, reading should be easy to learn, not mind boggling. Get these Bob books! Get them all! And make up your own, as well. Then you will have your kids reading.....and just as important..........loving it! What age do you begin? Before they are born, in my opinion, as long as you are not "forcing" it on them. If you read to them as early as their entry into the world, and show that you enjoy it, reading will be as second nature to your children as anything else that you value.

75 of 78 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Try it ! You won't believe your ears!, October 29, 2000

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Anna Kubica (Roy, Utah United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Bob Books First! Level A, Set 1 (re-released as Bob Books Set 1- Beginning Readers) (Paperback)

I gave Bob Books to my son when he was four years old and quite proficient with his letters of the alphabet. He started reading, and he has been doing so ever since. Bet I don't have to tell you how happy it made me feel (althought now we have to stop at the library almost every day and pick up new "Easy Readers"). The Bob Books start with very simple words that can be sounded phonetically without knowing any of the rules, and then progress gradually, usually adding one or two new sounds per book. The books are very short and very simple in meaning, able to hold children's attention and giving them a huge sense of accomplishment upon completing each book. They are color coded for easy recognition of different levels. Excellent also for children learning English as a second language (my son). You can't go wrong with them, trust me, I am a savvy buyer.

35 of 36 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Bob Books First, April 24, 2000

By A Customer

This review is from: Bob Books First! Level A, Set 1 (re-released as Bob Books Set 1- Beginning Readers) (Paperback)

We recently purchase the first set of Bob Books for my 4 yr old, and he just loves them. He is just thrilled that he can read a "whole book" by himself. He finds the stories very amusing, and I have a hard time getting him to put them away. Wonderful choice for a child who is just learning to put words and sentences together.