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Phonic Books Talisman 1

Book cover for Phonic Books Talisman 1 by Phonic Books

A continuing fantasy quest gives older catch-up readers controlled-code practice without an infantile premise.

Phonic Books Talisman 1 by Phonic Books is estimated to take about 39.5 minutes to read aloud (4,200 words, 3 sentences a spread). Best for ages 6-8.

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Estimated read-aloud time
about 39.5 minutesEstimated read-aloud time
Words
4,200Approximate
Sentences per spread
3Text density
Re-read tolerance
3/5holds up
Vocabulary level
2/5everyday words
Best for
Ages 6-8Age range

Our review

Talisman 1 opens a catch-up fantasy series written with controlled code for older struggling readers. A quest object and age-respectful illustrations create forward momentum without filling the text with spellings the reader has not learned.

Use the placement guidance and preserve the child’s privacy; the point is accessible decoding without babyish subject matter. Dandelion Launchers starts at the earliest code for young beginners. Talisman is the better fit for an older learner who needs the same precision in a continuing adventure.

Before you buy it

Correct placement is essential, and the series label can stigmatize if presented publicly as remedial; it is not for a novice younger reader by default.

Themes

  • phonics
  • decodable
  • adventure
  • quest
  • catch-up

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