Phonics is essential. Many kids won’t learn how to read without phonics. However, the term "phonics" covers a wide variety of materials. When people think about science-based reading instruction, they …
Why is my first grader struggling with reading?
You have a talented, smart child. You've read to her since she was a baby. Children's books with fringed edges are in boxes around your house. Your child has both brains and a good environment. You've …
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Voiced vs Unvoiced Sounds
Have you heard of voiced vs unvoiced sounds? Some kids struggle with articulation. Their inability to articulate certain sounds may decrease their reading accuracy. Kids who struggle with articulation …
Sight Word List from Reading Elephant
Our sight word list is now up in our shop. Our sight word list follows the Reading Elephant decodable book series. The list also comes with an assessment so you can determine what sight words your …
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Christmas Phonics Stories
In this post, there are links to two free printable Christmas phonics stories. One includes kindergarten phonics sounds and the other includes first grade phonics sounds. Kindergarten Christmas …