The Alba Series Catch-up Reading Books are designed to support older pupils who need additional help with phonics, offering engaging stories that build confidence and reading fluency. Ideal for use in primary and secondary settings, these books follow a structured phonic progression to reinforce key skills for learners who are catching up with their peers.

• Pack includes 12 paperback books following a clear phonic sequence

• Suitable for use alongside the Phonic Books Totem series

• Progresses from CVC words to alternative consonants, digraphs, and vowel spellings

• Develops decoding, blending, and comprehension skills

• Supports curriculum-linked phonics interventions in Key Stage 2 and above

• Book 1: Lost (CVC, CVCC)
• Book 2: The Plan (CVC, CVCC, CCVC)
• Book 3: Alba Slips Up (CVC, CVCC, CCVC, CCVCC)
• Book 4: Hot Chips for Lunch (sh, ch, th, tch)
• Book 5: A Bit of Luck (ck, ng, qu, wh)
• Book 6: A Brave Escape (ai, ay, a-e, a)
• Book 7: Apple Trees (ee, ea, e, y, ey)
• Book 8: The Long Road Home (o-e, ow, oa, o)
• Book 9: Supper (er, ir, ur)
• Book 10: Howling Wind (ow, ou)
• Book 11: River Flight (igh, i-e, y, i )
• Book 12: The Truth (oo, ew, u-e, u)

Accompanying photocopiable activities for segmenting, comprehension, blending and writing can be found in Phonic Books Alba Activities.