Clifford Can

(Clifford the Big Red Dog: Phonics Fun Reading Program #1.07

by Wiley Blevins, Thompson Bros. (Illustrator), Dana Thompson (Illustrator)

Hi, I'm Emily Elizabeth! We're going to have lots of fun learning how to read. I hope you like the story Clifford Can. It's about the things Clifford can do. In this story, we are learning about the sounds "c," "n," and "-an."

16 pages, Paperback

First published September 1, 2002

About the author

Wiley Blevins is an American author and educator whose work has had a lasting impact on early literacy and children’s publishing. He began his career as a classroom teacher in the United States and Ecuador before moving into educational publishing, where he spent more than two decades writing and editing reading programs for elementary schools. A specialist in phonics and literacy instruction, he has written numerous books for young readers as well as influential guides for teachers. Blevins has also held senior roles in major publishing houses, most recently serving as Senior Vice President and Associate Publisher at Reycraft Books, a children’s imprint dedicated to authors and illustrators from under-represented communities. Based in New York City since 1995, he continues to write, teach, and consult while pursuing a lifelong passion for travel. His work reflects his commitment to helping children become confident readers and to supporting teachers with practical, classroom-tested materials.

Reviews

[Kayla Sullinger · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is the first book my daughter has read by herself. She struggled a little but eventually was able to read it all on her own. Clifford has become one of her favorite book characters.

[Rod Brown · Rating 3 out of 5]

I'm giving this Clifford phonics book a bonus star for at least throwing in some consolation activities -- a maze, counting, a look and find -- since it wasn't able to actually tell a story.

[Angela Hutchinson · Rating 4 out of 5]

My five year old niece read this story to me; she is in kindergarten. This is a read book for beginning readers. Students will learn about phonics in this book too.