Phonics

Phonics teaches students that letters stand for particular sounds. Students are taught to use these sounds to make words. Systematic and explicit phonics instruction provides instruction in a carefully selected and useful set of letter-sound relationships and then organizes the introduction of these relationships into a logical instructional sequence. It is most effective when introduced early (K or 1). Children need ample opportunities to practice and review the relationships they are learning.

Phonics Resources:

Student Interactive Websites

BBC Words and Pictures - This site works on cvc, consonant clusters,long vowels, high frequency words, and early writing skills.

Gamegoo - A website to practice a variety of early literacy skills in grades K-2.

Starfall- An interactive site for grades K-1.