Likes And Dislikes: Learn The Phonic Sound 'ine' - Teacher Notes

The "Likes And Dislikes" reading pack is designed to teach children the phonic sound 'ine', as in the word 'trampoline'. This educational resource is part of a series of Phonics Reading Packs that offer a straightforward method for teaching children how to read within six months. These packs are versatile, catering to a broad age range starting from 4 years old and are particularly beneficial for reluctant readers aged 7 to 9 years and above, children with learning difficulties, and those for whom English is an additional language. The packs are intended for use in a one-to-one setting or small group sessions, involving either a teacher and child or a parent/guardian and child collaboration.

The structure of the course is built around incorporating 44 phonic sounds into the narrative, following the adventures of a character named Sam. As children engage with the stories, they are encouraged to identify hidden sounds, which helps them to decode 80% of words in the English language by breaking them down into individual sounds or syllables. The programme includes a range of stories, such as "The Bouncing Castle" and "The Famous Cousin From The Country", which focus on reinforcing complex middle sounds. By the end of the course, children are well-prepared to transition to independent reading of more advanced books. Additionally, the packs contain cut-out practice pages to solidify the learned phonic sounds in memory through word and phrase matching activities. The straightforward text and engaging illustrations are designed to captivate young readers and have proven effective in teaching numerous children to read.