Introduces ch, sh, th, ee, oo. Read the Sentences - Teacher Notes

The reading packs are an engaging tool designed to teach children the fundamentals of phonics and reading. They introduce key phonetic components such as consonant digraphs (ch, sh, th) and vowel digraphs (ee, oo) through a series of sentences that children are encouraged to read and match to corresponding images. This interactive approach not only makes learning to read enjoyable but also helps to cement the association between sounds and their visual representations. The packs are versatile and suitable for a wide range of learners, from young starters at the age of four to older children who may be reluctant readers or those facing learning challenges, including those for whom English is not their first language.

The structured course within these packs incrementally builds upon 44 phonic sounds, integrating them into the narrative of a charming character named Sam. This method allows children to discover and familiarize themselves with the sounds hidden within words, ultimately enabling them to decode approximately 80% of words in the English language by breaking them down into sounds or syllables. With consistent practice, children using these phonics packs can quickly progress in their reading skills. The packs are not only educational but also enjoyable, with stories like 'The Bouncing Castle' and 'The Famous Cousin From The Country' that reinforce more complex sounds. Upon completion of the scheme, children are well-prepared to transition to independent reading of books by authors such as Roald Dahl. Additionally, the packs include cut-out practice pages for hands-on matching activities, which are effective in solidifying the learned phonetic sounds in a child's memory.