Zoggy Goes Shopping - Teacher Notes

'Zoggy Goes Shopping' is an engaging educational resource from the 'Mission Spelling Zero' scheme, designed to assist children with their early reading and spelling development. The material focuses on phonics, covering sounds such as 'igh', 'augh', 'ough', and 'long u', as well as the spelling rule 'i before e except after c', silent letters, and the use of prefixes and suffixes. Teachers and parents are encouraged to read the story to become familiar with these phonic elements, and then use the story to call out spelling words for children to write, reinforcing their learning.

The 'Mission Spelling Zero' programme comprises a series of books spread across seven levels, each represented by a different colour of the rainbow. It is designed to help young learners build a strong foundation in reading and spelling. The character leading this educational adventure is Zoggy, an innovative alien with exceptional computer skills, who introduces children to initial sounds through his stories. As children progress through the levels, they develop their phonic skills which become a vital tool for accelerating future learning. Additionally, the scheme offers a series of writing booklets where children can practice handwriting, construct sentences, and engage in games that consolidate their understanding. The 'Zoggy Goes Shopping' book and the entire 'Mission Spelling Zero' series are available in digital format and paperback, accessible online and at reputable book and educational retailers, comprising 35 pages of interactive content.