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K-3Beginning to Read Book series.
These slight books use high-frequency words to encourage early readers to read independently. The simple layout and bright, colorful images may draw beginning readers in, but the stilted texts aren't engaging. Readers will glean some basic facts about each sport. Reading reinforcement tips are included. Review covers these Beginning to Read Book titles: Let's Play Basketball, Let's Play Football, Let's Play Hockey, and Let's Play Soccer.