Learn Initial Consonant Blends & Read The Sentences - Teacher Notes

The "Learn Initial Consonant Blends & Read The Sentences" teacher notes provide guidance on how to utilise the Phonics Reading Packs, which are a resource aimed at teaching children to read effectively within six months. These packs are particularly beneficial for a wide range of learners starting from the age of four, including those who are reluctant to read, older readers up to 9 years old, children with learning difficulties, and those for whom English is not their first language. The reading packs are designed for use in a one-to-one setting or small group sessions, where an educator or a parent/guardian works closely with the child.

The structure of the Phonics Reading Packs incorporates 44 phonic sounds that are integrated into the text, allowing children to engage with the story of Sam while discovering hidden sounds within the narrative. This method supports children in decoding 80% of English words by breaking them down into sounds or syllables. The reading packs also include stories like "The Bouncing Castle" and "The Famous Cousin From The Country" to reinforce more complex sounds. Upon completion, children are prepared to transition to independent reading, with examples such as Roald Dahl's 'George's Marvellous Medicine' and 'Fantastic Mr Fox'. The packs offer various activities, including cut-out pages for word and phrase matching, to solidify the sounds in the child's memory. The engaging text and colourful illustrations cater to young readers and are proven to be effective in teaching literacy. The packs can be used in any sequence, but for complete beginners, it is recommended to start with initial sounds and then progress through a suggested order of phonic sounds, advancing to more complex sounds and grammatical elements such as prefixes and suffixes.