First Learning: Early Phonics by Wendy Jolliffe (author) (UK edition)

Get ready for early phonics with this fun, colourful preschool English workbook

Help your child take their very first steps into reading with confidence. Designed for parents to support learning at home, this engaging workbook includes helpful guidance throughout so you can feel confident every step of the way.

Fully aligned with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS), it introduces essential early phonics sounds (s, a, t, p, i, n, m, d) through fun, hands-on activities that build strong foundations for school.

• Free rewards certificate to celebrate achievement
• Includes a free mini-book
• Rhymes and actions make phonics fun
• Free online animations to support letter and word formation
• Boosts confidence in key skills needed for school
• Helpful notes for parents throughout
• Fully aligned with the EYFS

Perfect for parents of preschool children aged 3–5 who want to build early reading skills and school readiness through fun, structured practice.

Make phonics fun, build confidence, and give your child the best possible start on their reading journey.

Series Information

Scholastic’s First Learning activity books are designed to support children at the very start of their learning journey, building confidence through fun, structured practice at home.

• Engaging, colourful activities that make learning enjoyable
• Fully aligned with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS)
• Clear guidance and helpful notes for parents
• Free online animations to support letter and word formation
• Interactive elements including games, mini-books, and reward certificates
• Carefully structured progression across key early skills in English and maths

Designed to make learning fun and rewarding, Scholastic’s First Learning series helps children build confidence step by step, giving them a strong foundation for starting school and beyond.