Snow - Learn The Phonic Sound ow (as in blow) - Teacher Notes

The "Snow: Learn The Phonic Sound ow (as in blow)" is part of a comprehensive phonics-based reading programme designed to teach children to read within six months. Suitable for a broad age range starting from 4 years old, these reading packs are particularly beneficial for older reluctant readers, children with learning difficulties, and those for whom English is not their first language. The materials are versatile, allowing for one-to-one sessions or small group learning environments, involving either a teacher or a parent/guardian working alongside the child.

The structured course within the packs incorporates 44 phonic sounds, which are woven into engaging stories about a character named Sam. As children read, they enjoy the interactive element of searching for hidden sounds, gradually building up their knowledge to recognise and pronounce 80% of words in the English language by breaking them into sounds or syllables. The programme is designed for quick progression, and by its conclusion, children are prepared to advance to independent reading of more complex books. Additionally, the packs include cut-out practice pages to reinforce memory retention of the sounds, and the appealing illustrations and simple text are tailored to captivate young learners. For those starting from scratch, it is recommended to begin with initial sounds and then follow a specific sequence to master more complex phonemes, ultimately leading to prefixes and suffixes.