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7 Essential Steps for Teaching Letter Sounds to Children
Be sure that you and your learner(s) are pronouncing each letter sound correctly, without an extraneous “uh” sound at the end. Remember that correct letter
Answering the Call to Close Achievement Gaps in Reading
As President of SnapBack Phonics, Inc. and an experienced educator, my entire career has been devoted to closing achievement gaps and accelerating skills among children.
Typical Classroom Reading Books for Young Children: Problem and Solution
Why are so many children behind in reading? This article provides an informed explanation as well as an important solution to the problem.
The Importance of Prekindergarten and Kindergarten, the Concerns of Learning Loss, and a Pathway Toward Acceleration
Skills taught in kindergarten are critical for achievement and success at foundational levels of learning, and public prekindergarten has proven to significantly increase the likelihood
Best Order for Teaching Letter Sounds: Research and Considerations
Several key issues must be taken into account when deciding the order in which letter sounds should be taught. This blog presents research and considerations necessary for teachers and parents to make informed decisions.
Maximizing Success with Sound Blending
Effective sound blending skills are critical for phonetic decoding. To maximize student success, students should be trained in continuous blending techniques.