Be Cool' And Learn To Spell Words With 'oo' and 'oo' (7-11 years) - Teacher Notes

'Be Cool' is an engaging resource designed for children aged 7 to 11 years to master the art of spelling words containing the 'oo' sound. This educational tool distinguishes between the long 'oo' sound, as heard in the word 'moon', and the shorter 'oo' sound found in 'book'. The learning approach is interactive and fun, encouraging children to read amusing rhymes and sort words based on their phonetic similarity to these 'oo' sounds. Additionally, the material includes a spelling test to reinforce the lesson and track progress.

As part of a comprehensive series of work packs, each focused on different phonic sounds, 'Be Cool' provides a structured method to enhance phonics knowledge. Understanding phonics is crucial, as it enables children to deconstruct words for spelling. With a total of 22 challenges available, these packs offer a variety of phonic sounds for children to learn. Guiding the children through these challenges is the whimsical character, Zoggy, a spelling expert from the planet Zen. The work packs are filled with charming illustrations, silly phonetic rhymes, and practical spelling tests, making the learning process both effective and enjoyable. These packs are aligned with the National Curriculum and are suitable for use at home or in the classroom, with the guidance of a teacher or parent.