The Oldest Car in Merry County (Scott Foresman Phonics System)

Take a Joyride Through Reading!

The Oldest Car in Merry County by Lucy Floyd isn’t just a heartwarming story—it’s also a powerful tool for building reading skills! In this Phonics Edition, early readers cruise through short vowel sounds, simple sentence structures, and high-frequency words, all while enjoying the story of a proud old car that still has miles of memories to share.

When the townspeople gather to celebrate their history, one special vehicle rolls onto the scene: the oldest car in Merry County. With rattles and puffs and a whole lot of heart, this vintage treasure reminds everyone that old doesn’t mean forgotten—and that stories can drive us forward.

Perfect for young readers developing phonics and fluency, this classroom-friendly title blends literacy learning with a timeless tale of pride, perseverance, and community spirit.

Hop in and read along—this ride is just getting started!