Teacher's Guide (Paperback)

Over 1,000 words presented in lively full-colour illustrations to assure 100% comprehension. Short easy-to-use lessons (10-15 minutes) that offer explicit phonics instruction to augment a variety of reading materials, form graded readers to authentic literature. A flexible program designed to support core reading, language arts, or English language learning materials - not replace them. Careful sequencing and instructional strategies to promote language learning skills in listening discrimination, pronunciation, and basic grammar. Clear and concise teaching strategies to promote simple, effective instruction.

The Teacher's Guide offers complete step-by-step instructional strategies for teaching phonemic awareness and phonics - especially valuable for teachers who may be using a strategic, explicit approach for the first time.

Phonics chants and rhymes for all lessons in the program Reproducible activity masters including word cards and game cards Vocabulary games and activities for expanded practice Home/Family learning activities to promote family involvement Phonics assessment tests for placement and measurement of student achievement Student progress reports to document learners' developing phonics skills