Beegu – Widgit Symbol Supported Book for Early Reading & SEND

Beegu – Widgit Symbol Supported Story Book (EYFS / KS1 / SEND)

This resource is a Widgit symbol-supported version of Beegu, designed to support early reading, language development, and accessibility for learners with additional needs.

It is ideal for use with:
• EYFS and KS1 pupils
• Learners with SEND
• EAL students
• Children developing early reading and comprehension skills

What this resource supports:
• Understanding of story structure and key events
• Vocabulary development through symbol support
• Early reading and sentence tracking
• Communication and comprehension skills
• Engagement with a familiar and meaningful text

What’s included:
• Full story adapted with Widgit symbols
• Clear, simplified text to support understanding
• Consistent layout for ease of use
• Accessible format for whole-class, small group, or 1:1 teaching

How to use:
• Read alongside the original story
• Use for guided reading or intervention sessions
• Support retelling and comprehension discussions
• Encourage students to follow symbols and connect text to meaning

This resource is designed to make the story of Beegu more accessible, supporting a wide range of learners in developing confidence with reading and understanding text.