Zoggy At The Theatre - Teacher Notes

'Zoggy At The Theatre' is part of an innovative teaching resource called 'Mission Spelling Zero', designed to assist children in their early stages of reading and spelling. The focus of this particular set of teacher notes is on mastering various phonics sounds such as 'igh', 'augh', 'ough', and the recognition of silent letters, as well as understanding the 'i before e except after c' spelling rule, and identifying prefixes and suffixes. Teachers are encouraged to familiarise themselves with the story to effectively teach these phonics sounds. They can then engage children by reading the story aloud and conducting exercises where children write down spelling words called out to them, reinforcing their phonics knowledge.

'Mission Spelling Zero' is a structured course that spans 7 levels, each represented by a different colour of the rainbow, and is aimed at nurturing foundational reading and spelling abilities in young learners. A key feature of the programme is the introduction of Zoggy, a computer-savvy alien character who makes learning phonics an exciting adventure. Starting with initial sounds, Zoggy guides children through the intricacies of double consonant blends and vowel digraphs, laying down a solid base for future learning. As children progress through the levels, their phonic skills become a powerful tool for accelerated learning. Additionally, the scheme includes a series of writing booklets that allow children to practice handwriting, construct sentences, and play educational games to solidify their learning. 'Mission Spelling Zero' is available in both digital and paperback formats from online sources and reputable book and educational stores, with each booklet comprising 35 pages of interactive content.