I Spy Fairytales

A magical adventure unfolds in I Spy Fairytales, where a girl explores a fairytale world and returns lost items to beloved characters.

The I Spy Fairytales book is a delightful journey into a world of imagination and discovery. It features a little girl who paints a door leading to a magical realm filled with familiar characters and their lost items. As she explores, readers are invited to join her in the adventure of returning these treasures, creating a sense of wonder and engagement. This enchanting wordless book, authored by Emily Guille-Marrett and illustrated by Charlotte Raby, encourages children to use their imagination and storytelling skills without relying on text.

Designed for early readers, I Spy Fairytales is part of the Collins Big Cat Phonics series, which features a range of decodable readers in both fiction and non-fiction formats. These books are fully aligned with the Letters and Sounds Phases 1-6, providing essential support for young learners. The accompanying Handbooks offer guidance on demonstrating and modeling reading strategies, monitoring comprehension, and expanding vocabulary, ensuring a comprehensive learning experience.

The book utilizes visual storytelling to develop an understanding of narrative structure, with each page filled with vibrant illustrations that prompt discussion and exploration. The inclusion of an “I Spy” feature on pages 14 and 15 encourages children to engage with the themes and sounds presented in the story. Additionally, practical reading notes within the book help caregivers and educators effectively support children as they embark on their reading journey with I Spy Fairytales.