In Theo Swims with a Mermaid, beginning readers learn about the phonics concept of consonant sounds, digraphs, and blends in an exciting undersea setting. Follow along as Theo meets a mermaid and helps her find a special seashell, all while incorporating various consonant sounds, in this fun decodable book. Vibrant illustrations and carefully leveled text will engage young readers in a supportive educational fiction reading experience. Children can learn more about consonant sounds using Fact Surfer, our safe online search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Supplementary back matter helps readers review the story, while a picture glossary reinforces new vocabulary. Theo Swims with a Mermaid also features reading tips for teachers and parents, an index, and a table of contents. Grasshopper Books offers simple, fun fiction for emerging readers. Theo Swims with a Mermaid is part of Jump!'s Fairy Tale Phonics series.
