Ideal for older readers who have gaps in their phonic knowledge (interest age 8-14). Following on from the Totem Series, Talisman 1 Series comprises ten exciting quest stories. It is aimed at children who need to learn to read and spell the difficult alternative vowel spellings in English. The Talisman 1 Series follows the same phonic sequence as the Rescue Series and can be used in parallel. Talisman 2 Series comprises ten exciting quest stories which follow the same phonic sequence as Titan's Gauntlets but include additional alternative spellings and more text per page. Talisman playing cards, linked to the popular quest series, are an additional teaching resource that will re-engage catch-up readers.