Every reading educator needs cvc word lists to prepare phonics lessons. Do you ever find yourself scouring the web for these lists? Now you can find thorough cvc word lists in one place. To help kids …
Phonics Scope and Sequence for K-2
A phonics scope and sequence is essential for any research-based program. If a reading program does not have a phonics scope and sequence it will not be effective. Educators should always have a …
Early Signs of Dyslexia
One of the early signs of dyslexia is reading failure. Even with research-based phonics instruction, dyslexic kids struggle to read. Without phonics instruction, however, dyslexic children may not …
Inflectional Ending ing Printable Books
Reading elephant inflectional ending ing printable books are now available! For our new set of printable books, check out our shop. We've released Series 16. With our new books, kids can …
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Spelling and Phonics Student Writing Sample
Did you know you can analyze a student's writing sample and get a lot of information on what phonics sounds she needs to work on? In this blog, I'll take a closer look at spelling and phonics by …
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Systematic and Explicit Phonics Instruction
Systematic and explicit phonics instruction is the most effective method for teaching children how to read. The reading and cognitive science research prove that systematic, explicit phonics is …
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Free Decodable Books PDF
Decodable books allow kids to practice sound-by-sound reading skills. Are you looking for free decodable books pdf? You've come to the right place. Throughout this post, I'll offer links to free …
What is Long o?
Long o is a first grade phonics sound. Kids learn the first long o sound when they learn o_e as in hope. Typically, educators teach the o_e sound with other silent e sounds: a_e as in make, e_ as in …
Why is phonics important?
We are all familiar with phonics. However, parents often can’t identify research-based instruction. Phonics is not enough. In fact, most phonics lessons are so butchered, they are far from …
Phonics books for struggling readers
Reading Elephant offers printable phonics books for struggling readers. K-1 kids who struggle need phonics books that are uniquely designed with the science of reading in mind. Struggling readers …
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