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Early Reader Books
These early reader books are short story printables for children aged 3 to 8, with simple text, clear pictures and gentle reading practice. They are free to download and print for use at home or in your own classroom.
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At a glance
- Ages: 3 to 8 years
- Skills: Listening, phonics, sight words and retelling
- You need: A printed story, pencil and crayons
- Time: 10 to 20 minutes per story
The lion and the little mouse
A lion was sleeping under a tree when a little mouse ran across his paw. The lion caught the mouse and was ready to eat him. The mouse begged for freedom and promised to help one day. The lion laughed, but he let the mouse go. Later, hunters caught the lion in a strong net. He roared and struggled, but he could not get free. The mouse heard him, ran over and gnawed through the ropes with his sharp teeth. The lion walked away safely, thankful for the small friend he had spared. Lesson: Kindness can come back to you in an unexpected way.
Reading and talking together
Read the title and look at the pictures before reading the words. Let your child point to the lion, mouse, tree and net, then pause at short sentences so they can join in. Ask what the mouse might do before turning to the next part. Talk about the lion's first choice, the mouse's promise and how the ending changed the lion's mind. For children who are beginning to read, repeat key words such as lion, mouse, net and help. Older children can read a short section aloud or retell the story in order. Try Level 1 Readers for more gentle practice.
Simple activities after the story
Make four picture cards showing the main events and ask your child to put them in order. Draw a speech bubble for the lion and another for the mouse, then write or dictate what each one might say. Act out the story with a paper lion, a paper mouse and a strip of wool or string for the net. Practise the beginning sounds in lion, little, mouse and net. Older children can write a sentence about a time someone helped them. If your child is ready for more sound-based reading, try CVC Readers.
Lumi's tips
- Read the same story again on another day and let your child take over one familiar sentence at a time.
- Ask your child to change the ending and explain how the story would be different if the lion had not helped the mouse.
- Link the lesson to daily life by noticing small acts of help at home, in school or in the neighbourhood.
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What are early reader books?
Early reader books are short, simple books that help young children listen to stories, recognise words and begin reading with support. They often use repeated language and clear pictures.
What age are these early reader books for?
This collection suits children aged 3 to 8. Younger children can listen and talk about the pictures, while older children can read familiar words and retell the story.
How can I download and print these story books?
Create a free EarlyActivity account, choose a printable and download its PDF. Print it at home or in your own classroom at 100% or Actual size. Free accounts can download up to 20 printables a day.
How do I help a child who cannot read the whole story yet?
Read the story aloud and invite your child to join in with repeated words, picture clues or the final word in a sentence. Keep the focus on understanding and enjoying the story.
Can children use early reader books for phonics practice?
Yes. Ask your child to find a target sound, blend short words or circle a repeated word. CVC and sight word practice can be added when it suits your child's reading level.
More early readers
CVC Readers
These cvc readers are short story printables with simple consonant-vowel-consonant words, picture clues and early reading practice for children aged 3 to 8. They are free to print for reading time at home or in your classroom.
Level 1 Readers
These Level 1 Readers are short story printables for children aged 3 to 8 who are beginning to read with help. Each free printable uses simple text, clear pictures and familiar story ideas for reading together at home or in class.
Level 2 Readers
These level 2 readers are short story printables for children aged 3 to 8 who are ready to read simple sentences with less help. They use repeated words, picture clues and familiar story patterns, and are free to print for home or classroom use.
Printable Mini Books
These printable mini books give children aged 3 to 8 short stories to read, colour and talk about. They are free to print and suit shared reading at home, classroom story time and early independent reading.
Sight Word Readers
These sight word readers are short story printables with familiar words, clear pictures and simple sentences for children aged 3 to 8. They are free to print for shared reading, early reading practice or quiet time at home and school.