Initial Consonant Blends & Consonant Digraphs - Dan And The Dog - Activity Pack

"Zoggy, Dan, and the Dog" is a delightful activity pack designed to assist children in learning initial consonant blends and consonant digraphs. The story, penned by Sally Anne Jones and vividly brought to life through the illustrations of Annalisa Jones, is published by Guinea Pig Education. This engaging tale invites grown-ups to encourage their little ones to read aloud, sound out words, and practice spelling them in a workbook. As children call out and spell the words, it provides an excellent opportunity to track their progress and possibly reward them with stickers for their achievements. The story features Zoggy, who, despite his metallic legs and inability to bend his knees, becomes the designated goalie in a football game, and Dan's dog, who is on a quest for slugs in the mud and encounters a variety of bugs in the bushes.

Alongside the narrative are exercises to reinforce the newly introduced sounds, such as "ss" in "grass," and a list of words for spelling practice that includes "grin," "chat," "snap," and "slug." The activity pack also includes a section for children to remember key words like "says," "are," "they," and "it," which are crucial in building their vocabulary and reading skills. This resource is not only a storybook but also an educational tool that combines storytelling with phonics and spelling exercises, making it an interactive and enjoyable learning experience for young readers. It's an excellent way for adults to engage with children, helping them to learn and have fun simultaneously.