Learn sounds ai and ay (play and explain) - Activity Pack

The "Activity Pack" for learning the sounds 'ai' and 'ay' is a comprehensive reading scheme developed by Sally Anne Jones and Amanda Jones, with charming illustrations by Annalisa Caroline Jones. Published by GUINEA PIG EDUCATION, the course is designed to help children of various ages and abilities to read fluently through the use of phonics. The pack is particularly useful for children who are just beginning to read, those who are reluctant readers, those with learning difficulties, or for whom English is a second language. The course is structured into eight books, starting with pre-reading skills and progressing to more complex phonic sounds, ensuring that each child can advance at their own pace.

Each chapter of the course is dedicated to a specific sound, encouraging children to learn and practice the sound with the support of an adult. The learning process involves reading sentences, discussing accompanying pictures, and matching words and phrases to images. This method is designed to be repeated until the child is comfortable with each sound. The course emphasizes the importance of practice and suggests that around 80% of English words can be learned through phonics. The narrative includes characters like Sam and his sister Kim, and their adventures, which are used as engaging contexts to practice spelling and reading. The Activity Pack also offers additional support via email for those who need it, highlighting the scheme's adaptability for different learning needs.