First Start Reading covers consonants, short vowels, 45 common words, and manuscript printing, accompanied by artist-drawn coloring pictures and drawing pages for every letter. Your child will begin reading in the very first lesson as he progresses through 3 student books and 25 phonetic stories, such as ""Hogs and Pigs"" and ""Jog to the Jet."" A Teacher Manual guides you through the program and provides helpful assessments and teaching tips.