Alphabet books for early readers have multiple purposes. They:
- Create independent readers and writers
- Clarify information children need in order to be a proficient reader
- Reinforce skills children acquire about book content
- Assist in finding resources in other curriculum areas
(Warner & Weiss, 2005)
- Introduce or overview a topic
- Support readers knowledge
- Promote oral and written language development
- Expand vocabulary and concept knowledge
- Invitation for a writer to write
- Targeted word and illustration can be used for a visual story prompt
(Chaney, 1993)