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Read Write Inc. Phonics Series
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Read Write Inc. Phonics Flashcards are designed to help young children learn to read at home by introducing them to the 'Speed Sounds' which are the letters and sounds that make up words. The set includes 31 Set 1 Speed Sounds and corresponding letters, full color illustrations, and picture cards that place the sounds in context. The cards aim to make it easy for children to practice using the sounds they have learned. Parent notes provide guidance on how to use the cards effectively and tips to support first steps in learning to read. Developed by Ruth Miskin, Read Write Inc. is a structured and systematic approach to teaching literacy, used by more than a quarter of the UK's primary schools to create fluent readers, confident speakers, and willing writers.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
3-7
Length
48 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What sounds do you like the best from the flashcards?
Can you think of other words that start with the same sound?
How do the pictures on the cards help you remember the sounds?
Which flashcard is your favorite and why?
Tip: Role play these questions
Ask your child to pick a flashcard and create a mini-story using a word that starts with that sound.
Praise your child's effort in remembering and articulating sounds, enhancing their confidence in reading.
Turn the session into a playful game where each correct sound earns a point, making learning more enjoyable.
Mix up the flashcards and encourage your child to find pairs that have similar sounds, promoting observation and memory skills.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Phonemic Awareness
Explanation: These flashcards help children identify and manipulate sounds in spoken words which is a key foundational skill in reading.
Real-World Application: This skill enables children to sound out new words they encounter in text, assisting in independent reading and spelling.
Example Lesson: Vocabulary Expansion
Explanation: Exposure to diverse words through the flashcards enhances a child's vocabulary.
Real-World Application: A richer vocabulary helps children express themselves more clearly and confidently in both oral and written communication.
Example Lesson: Letter Recognition
Explanation: The flashcards provide repeated practice with letter shapes and sounds, essential for early reading.
Real-World Application: Recognizing letters swiftly supports fluent reading, allowing children to focus more on comprehension than decoding.