--- product_id: 253334946 title: "Bob Books - Set 1: Beginning Readers Box Set Phonics, Ages 4 And Up, Kindergarten (Stage 1: Starting To Read)" price: "€ 58.30" currency: EUR in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 url: https://www.desertcart.be/products/253334946-bob-books-set-1-beginning-readers-box-set-phonics-ages store_origin: BE region: Belgium --- # 35+ years trusted legacy 12 beginner-friendly books Phonics-based 2-3 letter words Bob Books - Set 1: Beginning Readers Box Set Phonics, Ages 4 And Up, Kindergarten (Stage 1: Starting To Read) **Price:** € 58.30 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 📖 Unlock your child’s reading superpower—one simple word at a time! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Bob Books - Set 1: Beginning Readers Box Set Phonics, Ages 4 And Up, Kindergarten (Stage 1: Starting To Read) - **How much does it cost?** € 58.30 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.be](https://www.desertcart.be/products/253334946-bob-books-set-1-beginning-readers-box-set-phonics-ages) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Compact & Portable:** Lightweight 12-book set fits perfectly in little hands and backpacks. - • **Award-Winning Trust:** Over 40 years of proven success in early childhood literacy. - • **Engaging & Fun Stories:** Humorous pictures and relatable tales keep kids eager to read more. - • **Perfectly Paced Progression:** Gradual letter introduction ensures no overwhelm for young readers. - • **Start Strong with Simplicity:** Only 4 letters (M, A, T, S) to build confidence from day one. ## Overview Bob Books Set 1 is a carefully crafted beginner reading box set featuring 12 phonics-based books designed for ages 4 and up. With only a handful of letters introduced gradually, it helps children transition from alphabet recognition to sounding out simple words. Trusted for over 35 years and highly rated by parents and educators, this award-winning series makes early reading accessible, fun, and effective. ## Description Created by a teacher, Bob Books have been helping children learn to read for more than forty years. This iconic phonics-based learn-to-read set -- now with all-new illustrations -- has sold millions of copies, allowing children around the world to say with pride, "I read the whole book!"® All-new illustrations make this classic box of decodable books even more appealing for a new generation of readers! With playful stories, silly illustrations, and a phonics approach based on Science of Reading research, Bob Books keep young readers' confidence high, leading to continued success and a love of reading. Your child will soon join the millions of happy kids who say, "I read the whole book!" ® These are the first books your child can read! Perfect for kids who are just learning letter sounds, each book contains two- and three-letter words that can be sounded out. The first story uses only four sounds (m, a, t, s) and one sight word! Sounds are added gradually until all letters of the alphabet have been introduced (except q). The very simple stories allow kids to read a whole book, boosting their confidence and motivating them to come back for more. Many beginning readers are so proud they can read these books, they read them to everyone they know! Inside the box you'll find: 12 small, hilarious, easy-to-read books: 12 pages each, 4-27 unique words per book, sized perfectly for little hands A parent guide with tips for helping your child learn to read Each book includes: Decodable text : Two- and three-letter words with short vowels that can be sounded out (on, sat, can, ran) Very simple sentences (Sam sat.) Very limited sight words (a, the) New letter sounds added gradually until young readers have read books with all letters of the alphabet (except q) Friendly, simple illustrations that add fun and do not distract from the words Guided Reading Levels: A, B, C | Lexile® Measure: BR – 100L | Bob Books Level: Stage 1 | Ages: 4-6 | Grade Levels: PreK, Kindergarten Review: its good for 4-5 years old - it’s a nice but what I feel is a little bit difficult for the beginners like 2 to 3 years old the minimum age for this book to start with your child might be for four and a half or five years old. Review: Best reading program👏 - I'm a shadow teacher of a child with a spectrum. If you're looking for a reading book program. Highly recommended. Worth the money. ## Features - Weight - 0.6 - Depth - 5.50 - Width - 4.25 - Height - 0.13 ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Best Sellers Rank | #112 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #4 in Children's Early Learning Books on the Alphabet #6 in Children's Books on Reading & Writing | | Customer Reviews | 4.8 out of 5 stars 22,134 Reviews | ## Images ![Bob Books - Set 1: Beginning Readers Box Set Phonics, Ages 4 And Up, Kindergarten (Stage 1: Starting To Read) - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81fzRCr2D-L.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ its good for 4-5 years old *by M***D on 8 October 2022* it’s a nice but what I feel is a little bit difficult for the beginners like 2 to 3 years old the minimum age for this book to start with your child might be for four and a half or five years old. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Best reading program👏 *by H***E on 19 April 2022* I'm a shadow teacher of a child with a spectrum. If you're looking for a reading book program. Highly recommended. Worth the money. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Amazing books *by J***S on 4 November 2025* I love these books. My 4 year old has started to read and these are super easy for sounding out letters and making words come together. ## Frequently Bought Together - Bob Books - Set 1: Beginning Readers Box Set | Phonics, Ages 4 and up, Kindergarten (Stage 1: Starting to Read) - Learn to Read Activity Book: 101 Fun Phonics Lessons to Teach Your Child to Read (Phonics Makes Readers) - First Little Readers Parent Pack: Guided Reading Level A: 25 Irresistible Books That Are Just the Right Level for Beginning Readers --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.be/products/253334946-bob-books-set-1-beginning-readers-box-set-phonics-ages](https://www.desertcart.be/products/253334946-bob-books-set-1-beginning-readers-box-set-phonics-ages) --- *Product available on Desertcart Belgium* *Store origin: BE* *Last updated: 2026-09-27*