Support your early readers with decodable stories aligned to the UFLI Foundations sequence.
This curated starter set bridges the gap between phonics instruction and fluent reading. Specifically designed to support UFLI Lessons 31–34, these six titles focus on mastering short vowels /a/ and /i/ alongside initial consonants.
Target Skills: Short vowels a and i, all primary consonants.
UFLI Alignment: Lessons 31, 32, 33, and 34.
Authentic Practice: 100% decodable text that builds confidence without the guesswork.
Engaging Characters: Follow the adventures of Zac and his friends through colorful, delightfully illustrated stories.
Title
Primary Focus
UFLI Lessons
Zac’s Pal
Short /a/, Short /i/, Consonants
31–34
Zac’s Cap
Short /a/, Short /i/, Consonants
31–34
On Dad’s Lap
VC & CVC Patterns
31–34
Tag Dad
Consonant Blending & Fluency
31–34
So Big
Short Vowel Reinforcement
31–34
A Pig and his Wig
Short /i/ Mastery
31–34
High-Frequency Words
Books provide repeated exposure to: is, on, the, no, a, it, not, and, have, love(s), to, so
Why Choose Whole Phonics for UFLI?
While many decodable books feel like lists of words, Whole Phonics books tell actual stories. Students are actively engaged in story elements, while applying learned phonics rules. With controlled vocabulary highlighting sounds and high-frequency words taught up to Lesson 34, frustration is eliminated, and reading success is promoted from page one.
