Do you have a second grader, or a seven or eight year old, who wants to learn more complex reading skills? Hooked on Phonics Learn to Read Second Grade makes it easy for you as a parent to spend time with your child developing their reading abilities and have fun together. Becoming a confident reader is a highlight in any child s learning process. Your kids are the heroes let them shine as readers! Did we say have fun?! Hooked on Phonics Learn to Read Second Grade is based on research, approved by the Children's Reading Foundation and designed in conjunction with leading educators, renowned authors and most important, parents. Hooked on Phonics Learn to Read Second Grade features more complex stories and use of helper words. Each unit concludes with a storybook specially written to support the skills your child has learned so far in the program and this is a book they can read to you proudly, on their own! Each lesson takes only about 20 minutes a day. Hooked on Phonics Learn to Read Second Grade covers long vowels, r-controlled vowels, y at the end of a word, two-syllable words, diphthongs, complex consonant blends, wr- and kn-, and soft c and g. Learn to Read Second Grade includes: 6 original storybooks that feature an exciting range of beautifully illustrated stories2 storybooks by the award-winning children's book authors and illustrators, Michelle Knudsen and Carolyn Crimi2 reading workbooks that will guide you and your child through all of the lessons and many fun activities2 DVDs filled with music videos and engaging, animated introductions to each lesson, where letters come to life2 sets of stickers so a child can proudly mark their progress in the workbooks and celebrate their successQuick Start Guides1 bonus Reading Rainbow DVD, The Adventures of Taxi Dog, exclusive to Amazon customers Now featuring a free online Learn to Read experience - In addition to what is in the box, Hooked on Phonics Learn to Read Second Grade now offers unique online components to deliver a rich, multisensory learning experience for your child. Each level of Learn to Read comes with a serial number that lets you sign up for free online content. Simply register and you will be able to access online games, downloadable content, printables, and custom book recommendations. You will also be able to track your child's progress on their own personalized learning path. Online Games - Simple and engaging online games designed specifically to reinforce the subject matter your child has just completed in the lesson. Printables - Fun activity sheets you can download and print. Each activity is designed to reinforce the lesson your child has just completed. Customized book recommendations specifically tailored to reinforce the unit your child has just completed. All are available for purchase on Amazon.com.