Level 1 – Getting Ready for Phonics
Step-by-Step Phonics & Early Reading
Develop learning skills through listening, reading, writing activities.
Who This Level is For
is designed for learners who:
What This Level Covers
focuses on:
Reading Skills
Introduce concepts regarding print (reading/writing left to right).Identify and sort common words into basic categories.Read 21 high-frequency words.Identify the front cover, back cover, and title of a workbook.Recognise that printed material provides information.
Writing Skills
Develop fine motor skills.Start and finish a letter correctly and form uniform shapes and sizes of letters.Copy patterns: zigzags, vertical, horizontal, diagonal, and wavy lines.
Thinking & Communication
Respond to simple directions and questions by using language and actions to communicate.Understand and follow simple instructions.Listen to oral language in different forms such as songs, stories, and poems.Learn to concentrate, remember key facts, and ask questions to improve understanding.
Your Child's Learning Journey
A structured pathway through 36 workbooks, with each phase building on the last.
Early Conversations
In Books 1-6, your child meets Jim and Brave Mouse on their jungle adventure. They'll learn letters A-C, numbers 2-2, and explore topics like Animals, Magical creatures, Numbers.
Building Foundations
Books 7-12 build on the foundations, introducing letters D-H and numbers 3-3. Children practise concept language, alphabet, writing through engaging activities.
Letters & Numbers
By Book 18, your child has covered letters I-N and numbers 1-6. The story continues with themes of animals, plants, sizes.
Town Adventures
Books 19-24 take Jim and friends to the town! Your child learns about community, transportation, and continues building vocabulary with letters O-T.
Journey & Community
In Books 25-30, the journey continues with new adventures. Children practise stories, counting, concept language while exploring transportation, numbers, shapes.
Completion & Review
Books 31-36 bring the Level 1 journey to completion. Your child reviews everything learned - all 26 letters, numbers 1-10, shapes, and colours - ready to progress to Level 2!
Ages • Foundation Stage • 36 Workbooks • Progressive Skill Building
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How to Use This Level
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Review
Read the quick-start guide
Practice
Work through structured lessons
Progress
Move on when skills are secure
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Pathway & Next Steps
Starting point:
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Level 2 focuses on learning.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does this level take?
The pace varies for every learner. The curriculum is designed to be flexible so lessons can be revisited or extended as needed.
Can this be used alongside school learning or tutoring?
Yes. Many families, tutors, and educators use RTL English as a structured pathway to support or extend existing learning.
Is the Learning Hub required to use the level pack?
No. The learning pack works independently, but the Hub provides optional progress visibility and celebration tools.
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