If you’ve been wishing for a collection of decodable books that brings together captivating storytelling and research-backed phonics instruction, your wish has come true. We’re thrilled to announce the release of the Moonlit Mountain Readers, a brand-new fantasy decodable series co-published by Mossflower Press and Heinemann.
This imaginative, 90-book collection is designed for grades K-2 readers who are building foundational phonics skills—without sacrificing joy or adventure. Blending the magic of fantasy with systematic phonics instruction, the Moonlit Mountain Readers open the door to immersive worlds where decoding becomes a thrilling journey.
What Makes the Moonlit Mountain Readers Unique?
Unlike traditional decodable books, which often feature simplistic or repetitive narratives, the Moonlit Mountain Readers are rich in story and illustrations. Each book is thoughtfully crafted to provide:
Explicit phonics practice in a structured, sequential scope and sequence
High-frequency word exposure across two sets
Engaging fantasy narratives featuring mythical creatures, robot families, and magical animal companions
Colorful, supportive illustrations that spark engagement and deepen comprehension
Whether you’re joining Nox the Loch Ness Monster in the Scottish Highlands or Ro-Bo 7 in a futuristic city, each series introduces a lovable cast of characters in compelling story arcs that develop over time.
What’s Included in the Moonlit Mountain Readers?
The Moonlit Mountain Readers are divided into two distinct sets to match developmental stages in phonics instruction and follow a careful scope and sequence
Set A: Early Phonics Concepts
48 titles across 6 unique series
Gradual progression in text complexity and length, ranging from 8-page books to 16-page books
An expanding collection of high-frequency words
Gradual progression of phonics concepts in single-syllable words:
Alphabet Knowledge
Short Vowels
Blends
Digraphs
Open Syllable
Cumulative Review
Set B: Advanced Phonics Concepts
42 titles across 7 unique series
Gradual progression in text complexity and length, ranging from 16-page narratives to 32-page chapter books.
An expanding collection of high-frequency words
Gradual progression of phonics concepts in single-syllable and multisyllabic words:
Review of Set A Concepts
Silent E
Inflectional Endings
Cumulative Review
Vowel Teams
Consonant -LE
R-Controlled Vowels
Special Vowels
Designed for the Classroom and Home
Whether you’re a teacher, tutor, interventionist, or parent, the Moonlit Mountain Readers offer flexible formats and practical support:
Available for purchase in Classroom Sets (6 copies of each title) for group instruction or Single-Copy Sets (1 copy of each title) for take-home or independent reading
Phonics warm-ups, decoding guides, and comprehension questions are built into every book
Perfect for small-group instruction, literacy centers, and home practice
Join the Adventure
The Moonlit Mountain Readers are more than just decodable books—they’re a bridge between foundational literacy and a lifelong love of reading.
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