As you implement phonics, spelling, and word study lessons, you will not only learn more about children's development of word-solving strategies but you will also gain invaluable insight into our English linguistic system. (continue reading)
In any coherent system of literacy learning, phonics, spelling, and word study are not the end goal. Instead, these important understandings contribute to children's competence and ease in reading and writing continuous text. (continue reading)
We believe that well-planned and organized explicit teaching of language principles is critical, but that effective lessons must also contain an element of inquiry. (continue reading)
During phonics, spelling, and word study lessons, the teacher provides short, explicit instruction to help children learn about and efficiently use sounds, letters, and words. (continue reading)
