These playful flashcards are the perfect companion to the Bob Books Stage 3 box sets, but can be enjoyed by any child who is learning to recognize the many ways long vowels appear in their reading materials. From silent e to vowel teams, long vowels represent a big jump in reading skills. Now kids can practice this important skill with colorful flashcards featuring their favorite Bob Books characters!The Science of Reading shows that that young readers need to encounter letters, sounds, and words many times to build automaticity — the ability to read quickly, accurately, and effortlessly. This flashcard set is a fun way to build automaticity at home or on the go!Inside the box, you’ll find:40 Decodable Word Flashcards with the word on one side and a picture plus word on the other side1 Word List Card6 Activity Cards with flashcard game ideas and other fun activities1 Parent Card with tips for helping your child build skills through flashcard play Other fun features:Perfect size for little hands to holdBig, clear words and full-color picturesOne rounded corner for quick sortingEasy to take on the go or use at homeHelp build reading automaticity