Boris the Basset

Meet Boris, a grumpy basset hound. Children will learn about different types of weather as Boris searches for his favorite climate. Life-like illustrations and easy-to-read font will entertain young readers.

Boris the Basset is always getting into trouble. Follow along as young readers explore Boris’s hilarious adventures and unexpected mischief in this engaging story. Designed for children in grades K-2 and ages 4–8, this fiction reader uses simple sentence structure and high-frequency words to support early literacy development. The book includes colorful illustrations and a predictable storyline to build reading confidence. Ideal for reading at home or in the classroom, this text encourages fluency and laughter while strengthening foundational reading skills.

• Written in English for early childhood learners.
• Targets ages 4–8 and reading level grades K-2.
• Features a lovable character and silly situations that captivate children.
• Supports foundational reading with sight words and repetition.
• Perfect for group story time or independent reading at home or school.

UK Delivery:

• Free delivery on all orders of £10 or more.
• £1.49 delivery fee on orders below £10.
• UK orders are shipped via Royal Mail 2nd Class.

International Delivery:

• Flat rate delivery charges vary by country.

Dispatch and Delivery Times:

• All orders are shipped from our warehouse in Northampton, UK within 48 hours of receipt during working hours.
• UK mainland orders typically arrive within 3-5 working days via Royal Mail 2nd Class.
• International estimated delivery times:
• Europe & Channel Islands: 7 to 10 working days
• USA: 7 to 15 working days
• Rest of the World: 9 to 21 working days

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