Learn Final Consonant Blends and Read the Sentences - Teacher Notes

The Phonics Reading Packs offer an engaging and systematic approach to teaching children how to read, with a particular focus on final consonant blends such as 'lk', 'ft', 'st', and 'nd'. These packs are versatile and suitable for a wide age range, starting from 4 years old, and are especially beneficial for older children who may be reluctant readers, those with learning difficulties, and non-native English speakers. The structured course is designed to be interactive, allowing for one-on-one or small group sessions with a teacher, parent, or guardian working alongside the child.

These packs incorporate 44 phonic sounds into the narrative of a charming boy named Sam, enabling children to search for hidden sounds within the text. This method helps them to decode 80% of words in the English language by breaking them down into sounds or syllables. As children progress through the packs, they encounter stories like 'The Bouncing Castle' and 'The Famous Cousin From The Country', which reinforce complex middle sounds. The ultimate goal is to prepare children for independent reading of more advanced books. Additionally, the packs include cut-out practice pages for matching words and phrases to pictures, solidifying the learned phonics in the child's memory. The engaging text and colourful illustrations make the learning process enjoyable and have proven effective in teaching numerous children to read.