Phonics non-fiction readers introduce the next 22 letter sounds. The text uses only decodable regular words (according to the week-by-week progression) along with 'tricky words'. Presented with clear photographic images. Phase 3 readers have a strictly controlled vocabulary that follows the letter-by-letter progression.
| Book Band | Guided Reading Level | Reading Level |
| Early 1 (Red) | B - D | 2 - 5 |