Science of Reading Book RecommendationsThe following Science of Reading and Synthetic Phonics books have been a fantastic tool for me as I’ve expanded my phonics knowledge.Read more →
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DIY Phonics Ideas: 12 ways to create your own alphabet manipulatives for phonics lessonsAlphabet manipulatives are a must-have teacher resource in an early years classroom. Through play-based learning activities, it gives students the opportunity to physically move and manipulate sounds. This helps phonics concepts to really STICK as students are first learning how to read and write.Read more →
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30 Rhyming Books for KindergartenPicture books foster a love of reading and enrich vocabulary early on. Rhyme skills, key for learning to read, can be taught through engaging stories, word families, and phonemic awareness. Luckily, there are many books to introduce these essential skills in fun, memorable ways!Read more →
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Decoding Strategies for Reading - Research-Based Reading Strategy CharactersWith new insights on reading, it's clear kids need explicit phonological awareness and phonics instruction, not guesswork. Teaching decoding strategies builds strong letter-sound understanding, helping early readers develop lasting, effective reading skills.Read more →
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Phonics Worksheets for Kindergarten - how to use a kindergarten phonics worksheet effectively for cumulative reviewPhonics worksheets for kindergarten can be valuable when used selectively. While hands-on learning and explicit teaching are key for early literacy, quality, evidence-based printables can also support young readers when used at the right time.Read more →
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Phonics & Beeyond FREE HandbookAre you looking for information on how to explicitly teach and consolidate phonics knowledge across K-6? This comprehensive phonics document will help you to implement a synthetic phonics approach and it's FREE!Read more →
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