Supporting the National Year of Reading 2026

Phonics Book Bag Readers | Matched to Little Wandle Letters and Sounds Revised

Support children at the start of their reading journey with Scholastic Book Bag Readers, a series of expertly aligned phonic readers for ages 4–6 that exactly match the Letters and Sounds: Improving Rates of Progress 2021 guidance.

A Big Bug (Set 3)

Scholastic Book Bag Readers are carefully crafted to help children to build on their secure phonic knowledge, moving confidently from decoding words to reading fluently and for pleasure. Designed to foster family engagement and give children the best start in reading, each reader includes supportive guidance notes for parents.

  • Over 100 decodable fiction and non-fiction readers help children to practise and apply their decoding skills in the classroom and at home.
  • Engage and inspire young readers with inclusive and contemporary texts.
  • Support learning with humorous and fun illustrations – children will love searching for the hidden characters in the fiction books.

Browse the series


Tap It In (Set 1)
Phase 2, Set 1
Dig It Up (Set 2)
Phase 2, Set 2
A Big Bug (Set 3)
Phase 2, Set 3
Hush! (Set 4)
Phase 2, Set 4
Sail to the Reef with Me (Set 5)
Phase 3, Set 5
Title 3 (Set 6) x6
Phase 3, Set 6
Title 1 (Set 7) x6
Phase 4, Set 7
Title 1 (Set 8)
Phase 4, Set 8
Title 2 (Set 9) x6
Phase 5, Set 9
Title 3 (Set 10)
Phase 5, Set 10
Title 2 (Set 11)
Phase 5, Set 11
Title 2 (Set 12)
Phase 5, Set 12
Title 3 (Set 13)
Phase 5, Set 13


Phonics Book Bag Readers 2024 Brochure

Why should you choose Book Bag Readers?

Find out more about Book Bag Readers and why they are the perfect choice for your school in our new brochure.

Download Book Bag Readers brochure
Download progression chart poster
Download progression chart for Essential Letters and Sounds
Download Audio for English Language Teaching

Review digital inspection copies

Explore a selection of Book Bag Readers from Phase 2–Phase 5 to make sure that they meet your teaching and learning needs. Click the links below to get started.

A Big Bug (Set 3)
Phase 2: A Big Bug
Title 2 (Set 4)
Phase 2: Lots of Fish
Title 3 (Set 5)
Phase 3: Up at Night
Title 4 (Set 12)
Phase 5: The World’s Worst Dancer
Next steps

If you would like to request a print inspection copy or to discuss your school’s reading needs please contact your local Education Consultant.

Non-fiction readers

  • Sit, Tap, Tip! (Set 1) Phonics Book Bag Readers Non-fiction: Sit, Tap, Tip! (Set 1)
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  • Dip It, Tip It! (Set 1) Phonics Book Bag Readers Non-fiction: Dip It, Tip It! (Set 1)
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  • A Year on the Farm (Set 6) Phonics Book Bag Readers Non-fiction: A Year on the Farm (Set 6)
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  • Will You Need a Coat? (Set 5) Phonics Book Bag Readers Non-fiction: Will You Need a Coat? (Set 5)
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  • A Pet Dog is Fun! (Set 2) Phonics Book Bag Readers Non-fiction: A Pet Dog is Fun! (Set 2)
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  • Zoom to the Moon! (Set 5) Phonics Book Bag Readers Non-fiction: Zoom to the Moon! (Set 5)
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  • River Otters (Set 6) Phonics Book Bag Readers Non-fiction: River Otters (Set 6)
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  • In the Tin (Set 1) Phonics Book Bag Readers Non-fiction: In the Tin (Set 1)
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  • Tap a Pan (Set 1) Phonics Book Bag Readers Non-fiction: Tap a Pan (Set 1)
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  • The Duck Mug (Set 2) Phonics Book Bag Readers Non-fiction: The Duck Mug (Set 2)
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  • At the Hen Run (Set 2) Phonics Book Bag Readers Non-fiction: At the Hen Run (Set 2)
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  • My Wool Pet (Set 5) Phonics Book Bag Readers Non-fiction: My Wool Pet (Set 5)
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  • Sock Bug (Set 2) Phonics Book Bag Readers Non-fiction: Sock Bug (Set 2)
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  • Fun at the Park (Set 6) Phonics Book Bag Readers Non-fiction: Fun at the Park (Set 6)
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  • Is It Rubbish? (Set 5) Phonics Book Bag Readers Non-fiction: Is It Rubbish? (Set 5)
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  • Sightseeing (Set 6) Phonics Book Bag Readers Non-fiction: Sightseeing (Set 6)
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  • The Job of a Vet (Set 4) Phonics Book Bag Readers Non-fiction: The Job of a Vet (Set 4)
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  • It is a Fox! (Set 3) Phonics Book Bag Readers Non-fiction: It is a Fox! (Set 3)
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  • Ships (Set 4) Phonics Book Bag Readers Non-fiction: Ships (Set 4)
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  • Lots of Fish (Set 4) Phonics Book Bag Readers Non-fiction: Lots of Fish (Set 4)
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  • Choc Chip Muffins (Set 4) Phonics Book Bag Readers Non-fiction: Choc Chip Muffins (Set 4)
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  • Get Fit! (Set 3) Phonics Book Bag Readers Non-fiction: Get Fit! (Set 3)
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  • Jet to the Sun (Set 3) Phonics Book Bag Readers Non-fiction: Jet to the Sun (Set 3)
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  • Go on a Picnic (Set 3) Phonics Book Bag Readers Non-fiction: Go on a Picnic (Set 3)
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  • Phonics Book Bag Readers: Go Camping! (Set 7) 6 Copies

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  • Phonics Book Bag Readers: Pet Rabbits (Set 8) 6 Copies

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  • Phonics Book Bag Readers: Train for the Top (Set 8) 6 Copies

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  • Phonics Book Bag Readers: Art Stick Fun (Set 8) 6 Copies

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  • Phonics Book Bag Readers: How Jigsaws Are Made (Set 10) 6 Copies

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  • Phonics Book Bag Readers: Rescue Dogs (Set 9) 6 Copies

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