Usborne Phonics – Mole in a hole and other stories

By Russell Punter, Lesley Sims

On Sale: 6/16/2026

The funny antics of Ten lovable animal characters are brought together in this marvelous collection – a brilliant way to introduce phonics to young readers. Each story has rhyming text and is based on Phonics and comes with online audio. A handy parent’s guide is at the front of the collection with tips for parents and educators on how to use this book to introduce children to Phonics. The collection contains the following titles: Mole in a Hole, T. Rex Needs Specs, Llamas in Pajamas, Goat in a Boat, Raccoon on the Moon, Bug in a Rug, Kangaroo at the Zoo, Seal at the Wheel, Poodle Draws Doodles, Flamingo Plays Bingo

The funny antics of Ten lovable animal characters are brought together in this marvelous collection – a brilliant way to introduce phonics to young readers. Each story has rhyming text and is based on Phonics and comes with online audio. A handy parent’s guide is at the front of the collection with tips for parents and educators on how to use this book to introduce children to Phonics. The collection contains the following titles: Mole in a Hole, T. Rex Needs Specs, Llamas in Pajamas, Goat in a Boat, Raccoon on the Moon, Bug in a Rug, Kangaroo at the Zoo, Seal at the Wheel, Poodle Draws Doodles, Flamingo Plays Bingo

The funny antics of Ten lovable animal characters are brought together in this marvelous collection – a brilliant way to introduce phonics to young readers. Each story has rhyming text and is based on Phonics and comes with online audio. A handy parent’s guide is at the front of the collection with tips for parents and educators on how to use this book to introduce children to Phonics. The collection contains the following titles: Mole in a Hole, T. Rex Needs Specs, Llamas in Pajamas, Goat in a Boat, Raccoon on the Moon, Bug in a Rug, Kangaroo at the Zoo, Seal at the Wheel, Poodle Draws Doodles, Flamingo Plays Bingo

The funny antics of Ten lovable animal characters are brought together in this marvelous collection – a brilliant way to introduce phonics to young readers. Each story has rhyming text and is based on Phonics and comes with online audio. A handy parent’s guide is at the front of the collection with tips for parents and educators on how to use this book to introduce children to Phonics. The collection contains the following titles: Mole in a Hole, T. Rex Needs Specs, Llamas in Pajamas, Goat in a Boat, Raccoon on the Moon, Bug in a Rug, Kangaroo at the Zoo, Mole in a Hole, Seal at the Wheel, Poodle Draws Doodles, Flamingo Plays Bingo

ISBN: 9781836054368
Imprint: Usborne
On Sale: Jun 16, 2026
List price: $22.99
No of pages: 224
Trim Size: 6.600 in (w) x 9.030 in (h) x 1.400 in (d)
BISAC 1: JUVENILE FICTION / Animals / Dinosaurs & Prehistoric Creatures
BISAC 2: JUVENILE FICTION / Animals / Farm Animals
BISAC 3: JUVENILE FICTION / Animals / Jungle Animals

Russell Punter

Biography

Russell Punter was born in Bedfordshire, England. From an early age he enjoyed writing and illustrating his own stories. He trained as a graphic designer at art college in West Sussex before entering the world of publishing. He has written over one hundred books for children of all ages, ranging from original stories to adaptations of classic novels.

Lesley Sims

Biography

Lesley dreamed of being a writer, but studied law as her mother insisted she had “something to fall back on”. Since joining Usborne Publishing, she has written and edited hundreds of books, from funny rhyming stories to an award-winning history book. Nowadays, she is often found recording books, too, in Usborne’s very own recording studio.

David Semple

The funny antics of Ten lovable animal characters are brought together in this marvelous collection – a brilliant way to introduce phonics to young readers. Each story has rhyming text and is based on Phonics and comes with online audio. A handy parent’s guide is at the front of the collection with tips for parents and educators on how to use this book to introduce children to Phonics. The collection contains the following titles: Mole in a Hole, T. Rex Needs Specs, Llamas in Pajamas, Goat in a Boat, Raccoon on the Moon, Bug in a Rug, Kangaroo at the Zoo, Seal at the Wheel, Poodle Draws Doodles, Flamingo Plays Bingo

The funny antics of Ten lovable animal characters are brought together in this marvelous collection – a brilliant way to introduce phonics to young readers. Each story has rhyming text and is based on Phonics and comes with online audio. A handy parent’s guide is at the front of the collection with tips for parents and educators on how to use this book to introduce children to Phonics. The collection contains the following titles: Mole in a Hole, T. Rex Needs Specs, Llamas in Pajamas, Goat in a Boat, Raccoon on the Moon, Bug in a Rug, Kangaroo at the Zoo, Seal at the Wheel, Poodle Draws Doodles, Flamingo Plays Bingo

The funny antics of Ten lovable animal characters are brought together in this marvelous collection – a brilliant way to introduce phonics to young readers. Each story has rhyming text and is based on Phonics and comes with online audio. A handy parent’s guide is at the front of the collection with tips for parents and educators on how to use this book to introduce children to Phonics. The collection contains the following titles: Mole in a Hole, T. Rex Needs Specs, Llamas in Pajamas, Goat in a Boat, Raccoon on the Moon, Bug in a Rug, Kangaroo at the Zoo, Seal at the Wheel, Poodle Draws Doodles, Flamingo Plays Bingo

The funny antics of Ten lovable animal characters are brought together in this marvelous collection – a brilliant way to introduce phonics to young readers. Each story has rhyming text and is based on Phonics and comes with online audio. A handy parent’s guide is at the front of the collection with tips for parents and educators on how to use this book to introduce children to Phonics. The collection contains the following titles: Mole in a Hole, T. Rex Needs Specs, Llamas in Pajamas, Goat in a Boat, Raccoon on the Moon, Bug in a Rug, Kangaroo at the Zoo, Mole in a Hole, Seal at the Wheel, Poodle Draws Doodles, Flamingo Plays Bingo

ISBN: 9781836054368
Imprint: Usborne
On Sale: Jun 16, 2026
List price: $22.99
No of pages: 224
Trim Size: 6.600 in (w) x 9.030 in (h) x 1.400 in (d)
BISAC 1: JUVENILE FICTION / Animals / Dinosaurs & Prehistoric Creatures
BISAC 2: JUVENILE FICTION / Animals / Farm Animals
BISAC 3: JUVENILE FICTION / Animals / Jungle Animals

Russell Punter

Biography

Russell Punter was born in Bedfordshire, England. From an early age he enjoyed writing and illustrating his own stories. He trained as a graphic designer at art college in West Sussex before entering the world of publishing. He has written over one hundred books for children of all ages, ranging from original stories to adaptations of classic novels.

Lesley Sims

Biography

Lesley dreamed of being a writer, but studied law as her mother insisted she had “something to fall back on”. Since joining Usborne Publishing, she has written and edited hundreds of books, from funny rhyming stories to an award-winning history book. Nowadays, she is often found recording books, too, in Usborne’s very own recording studio.

David Semple