Beanies Hilo Diversity Decodables Phase 5 Set 1

The Beanies continue their adventures in Phase 5 Set 1 — the most phonically rich instalment yet! Written especially for older, struggling readers, this set of 12 Hi-Lo decodable books follows the Letters & Sounds Phase 5 progression, introducing a further 20 letter patterns with a particular focus on alternative vowel sounds. The same cast of diverse, relatable teenage characters returns, bringing fresh stories and new challenges that keep older readers genuinely invested in every page.

As with all Beanies titles, the text is strictly controlled — children encounter only sounds and tricky words they have previously been taught, ensuring every reading session is a success rather than a struggle. Following students week-by-week through the programme, Phase 5 provides the contextualised reading practice needed to consolidate and extend phonics knowledge as children move towards full reading independence.

Can also be used alongside other popular phonics schemes, with book-banded reading levels provided for easy cross-referencing.

Series Highlights:

• Hi-Lo — age-appropriate interest level with accessible reading demands
• Diverse, relatable teenage characters
• Introduces 20 further letter patterns — focus on alternative vowel sounds
• Strictly controlled decodable text — only previously taught sounds and tricky words
• Follows the Letters & Sounds Phase 5 progression
• 12 books in the set
• Compatible with other popular phonics schemes
• Book-banded reading levels included