Express Decodable Readers are a reading programme driven by the belief that every child deserves to learn to read.

This decodable-book series offers a systematic, phonics based approach to early reading, supporting learners from first sounds all the way to confident independent reading.

• Structured, progressive reading development
• Decodable, controlled texts
• Easy-to-read format
• Engaging & child-friendly
• Supports reading fluency & comprehension
• 95% aligned with UFLI Foundations - Click here to download our Express UFLI Alignment

What’s Included in This Collection

This complete starter bundle provides a comprehensive library of 26 decodable books, carefully sequenced to support early reading success:

I Am Ready Supplemental Set (5 titles)
Focused short vowel practice, with each book targeting a specific sound.

Step 1 Supplemental Set (8 titles)
Reinforces CVC words, short vowels, and simple sentence structures.

Step 2 Supplemental Set (8 titles)
Provides further practice with consonant blends and early fluency skills.

Step 3 Supplemental Set (8 titles)
Strengthens decoding of digraphs and introduces more multisyllabic words.

From first sounds to more complex word structures, this collection provides a clear and supportive pathway for developing confident, independent readers. Each stage builds on the last, ensuring children experience success at every step.

With familiar characters, engaging storylines, and meaningful themes of friendship, problem-solving, and resilience, children are motivated to read again and again—strengthening both their decoding skills and their love of reading.