Read with Oxford: Stage 2: Julia Donaldson's Songbirds: My Phonics Activity Book
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What’s inside...
This activity book, based on Julia Donaldson's Songbirds stories, provides phonics practice to help young readers develop reading, spelling, and writing skills. It is part of the Read with Oxford Stage 2 series and includes engaging exercises, characters from the Songbirds stories, and a variety of activities with stickers to enhance phonics knowledge and reading confidence. The book is a part of a phonics programme used in schools to inspire a love of reading and includes practical advice and resources to support a child's reading progress. Join the Songbirds characters in activities like navigating mazes, playing animal quizzes, and making shopping lists, all designed to be fun and educational.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
4-7
Length
32 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What sounds do different letters make in the words you learned today?
Can you think of a new word that rhymes with one of the words from your book?
How do you think the characters felt during different parts of the story?
What was your favorite part of the activity today and why?
Can you create a short story using the words you’ve learned?
Tip: Role play these questions
Use playful tones and inflections to make phonics practice enjoyable and engaging.
Relate the phonics sounds and words to familiar objects or daily activities to reinforce learning.
Praise effort rather than perfection, focusing on progress made in recognizing sounds and reading words.
Encourage drawing or acting out parts of the book to create a multi-sensory learning experience.
Ask open-ended questions that prompt your child to think critically and make connections to their own experiences.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Phonics Awareness
Explanation: This activity book enhances children's understanding of phonics, helping them recognize and pronounce sounds in a fun and engaging way.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this lesson in everyday life by better decoding words while reading, leading to improved reading fluency and comprehension.
Example Lesson: Problem Solving
Explanation: Through various phonics puzzles and activities, children develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
Real-World Application: These skills can be applied in academic settings or in daily challenges, fostering a proactive approach to obstacles.
Example Lesson: Following Instructions
Explanation: The book provides structured activities that require children to follow specific instructions to complete the tasks.
Real-World Application: This skill helps children in classroom settings, in following recipes, or in assembling toys, enhancing their ability to execute tasks accurately.
Example Lesson: Creativity and Expression
Explanation: Engaging with creative tasks such as drawing and coloring linked to phonics stimulates creative thinking and expression.
Real-World Application: This encourages children to express themselves in artistic endeavors and enhances their creative problem-solving in real-world scenarios.
Example Lesson: Persistence
Explanation: As children work through challenges in the activity book, they learn the value of persistence and resilience in mastering new skills.
Real-World Application: This teaches children the importance of perseverance in learning, helping them face academic and personal challenges with determination.