Zoggy Watches The Penguins - Teacher Notes

'Zoggy Watches The Penguins' is an educational resource designed to help young learners grasp the fundamentals of initial consonant blends and consonant digraphs. Teachers are encouraged to read the story with their students to reinforce the pronunciation of phonic sounds and to practice the spellings provided. This resource is part of a comprehensive approach to early literacy and is intended to be used in conjunction with Phonic Writing Practice and Comprehension worksheets, enhancing both reading and writing skills.

The resource introduces 'Mission Spelling Zero', a structured course aimed at guiding children through their first steps in reading and spelling. The course is creatively structured across seven levels, each represented by a different colour of the rainbow, and is designed to engage young learners in building their reading and spelling abilities. Zoggy, the friendly alien character with exceptional computer skills, serves as a guide for children, making learning both fun and interactive. As children progress through the levels, they develop their phonic skills, which are crucial for accelerating future learning. 'Mission Spelling Zero' also includes a series of writing booklets that allow children to practice handwriting, construct sentences, and enjoy educational games that reinforce their learning. The materials are available as digital downloads and physical paperbacks through various online and brick-and-mortar educational outlets, comprising 29 pages of content.