Zoggy In The Lion Pen - Teacher Notes

The 'Zoggy In The Lion Pen' teaching resource is an engaging tool for educators to help children master the intricacies of long vowel sounds, the concept of the magic 'e', and various vowel digraphs such as 'ee', 'ar', 'er', 'ir', 'or', 'ur', and 'oo'. By reading the accompanying story, children can reinforce their understanding of these phonic sounds while practicing spelling. This resource is complemented by additional Phonic Writing Practice and Comprehension worksheets, which provide further opportunities for children to refine their reading and writing skills through structured exercises.

As part of the comprehensive 'Mission Spelling Zero' scheme, this resource introduces young learners to the fundamentals of reading and spelling in a systematic and enjoyable way. The scheme is divided into seven levels, each represented by a different colour of the rainbow, and is designed to build upon children's knowledge incrementally. A key feature of the program is the introduction of Zoggy, a friendly alien character with exceptional computer skills, who guides children through their phonics journey. Starting with initial sounds and progressing to double consonant blends and vowel digraphs, Zoggy helps to solidify the phonic foundation necessary for advanced learning. In addition to the core materials, 'Mission Spelling Zero' provides writing booklets that allow children to practice handwriting, construct sentences, and engage in educational games that reinforce their learning.