The Antique Shop: Learn The Phonic Sounds 'que' and 'gue' - Teacher Notes

The Antique Shop is a unique reading resource designed to teach children the phonic sounds 'que' and 'gue', as found in words like 'antique' and 'dialogue'. Aimed at a broad age range, starting from 4 years and up, these phonics reading packs are particularly beneficial for older children who may be reluctant readers, those with learning difficulties, and children learning English as an additional language. The packs are versatile, suitable for one-to-one sessions or small group learning, involving either a teacher and student or a parent/guardian and child duo.

Structured to incorporate 44 phonic sounds into engaging texts, children follow the adventures of Sam, a loveable character, while searching for hidden sounds within the stories. This methodical approach helps children to decode 80% of words in the English language by breaking them into sounds or syllables. As they progress through the series, which includes stories like 'The Bouncing Castle' and 'The Famous Cousin From The Country', children master complex sounds and prepare for independent reading of more challenging books. The packs also come with cut-out practice pages, aligning words and phrases with pictures to reinforce memory, and are filled with simple text and colourful sketches to captivate young readers. For those starting from scratch, it's recommended to begin with initial sounds and move through a structured sequence to more complex sounds, ensuring a solid foundation in phonics.