Learn The Initial Phonic Sounds 'd, g, f, x’ (3 years +) - Teacher Notes

Guinea Pig Education presents a dynamic approach to teaching children as young as three years old how to read with their 'Learn The Initial Phonic Sounds' packs, focusing on the sounds 'd, g, f, x'. These packs are part of an innovative scheme that aims to teach children to read within six months to a year, challenging the traditional notion that learning to read is a lengthy process. The packs utilise phonics, which is the method of teaching reading by the sounds that letters and groups of letters make. The materials provide children with the foundational 'tools' to decode approximately 80% of words in the English language through phonics, while the remaining 20% are learned through recognition and repetition.

The Pre Reader Work Packs are designed for complete beginners and introduce the 26 sounds of the alphabet, with particular emphasis on initial sounds like 'b', 'd', and vowel sounds such as in 'a' for 'cat'. The packs encourage children to blend these sounds to form words and eventually construct sentences using a sentence maker tool. Instructions are straightforward, making it simple for an adult to guide a child or group of children through the learning process. To ensure engagement and enjoyment, the packs include word games like snap and bingo. Children are encouraged to personalise the materials with their own drawings, play the games, and repeat exercises until they become familiar with the words, turning the learning experience into a fun and interactive journey towards literacy.