There are probably as many ways to teach phonics as there are colors in the world! Each teacher has his/her own philosophy, style, background and county mandates that mold how he/she teaches phonics. No way is the best way and I have learned that VARIETY in my instruction is what is best for my students and I. So I am joining Melissa over at First Grade Smiles with her How to Teach Phonics Linky!
I have to say that I am NOT a worksheet teacher. I structure my teaching with the gradual release model of I do- we do- you do. There is whole group instruction, small group instruction and lots of independent practice. Children learn by doing. However, this said, there is a time for worksheets. Some of my students have said they LOVE worksheets! This is a huge reminder to me that all children learn differently and have different likes and dislikes. My job is to make it all come together:)
Here are some pictures from my Daily 5 Word Work Centers that include skills and activities that have been introduced whole group, practiced in small group and then added to the Word Work Center for independent practice.
Word Sorts- introduce and distinguish different Phonics rules.
Digraph Sort Qu and Wh is a FREEBIE in my TpT store:)
Phonics Games with a "Bang". Play like you would play Bang where students read the word on the card and if they get it correct they keep it. There are bonus cards in the mix like "Pop" Lose your cards. Syllable -le Bubble Reading is a must play in my room!
Read and Nonsense Word Sort- Students read words that follow a specific phonics skill and decide if this is a real or nonsense word. It takes decoding to the next level- does it make sense?
Boat Race is a fun race of words to read your cards, sort them correctly and be the first one to have no cards left! Sorry about the blurry picture!
Boat Race is a fun race of words to read your cards, sort them correctly and be the first one to have no cards left! Sorry about the blurry picture!
One of my go to's this year for our new reading series is Wonders: A Supplemental Unit {Grade One-Unit 1. It includes 5 games like the ones above for each week. Short vowels a, i and o and well as blends with l, r and s are included. I love that I will be ready to go for the first month. Even if you are not using wonders- the unit is worth the purchase for the five phonics games.
Lisa from Learning is Something to Treasure is having a giveaway for her newest set! Making Words is a favorite activity during small group time, but my resources pale in comparison to this fabulous unit! Everything you could possibly need:) Two people will win this unit!
I am also giving away 2 of my Wonders Supplemental Units {Grade 1-Unit 1} to the first 2 people who leave a comment that they would like it AND include an email!
Don't forget that my Birthday Giveaway ends today! I hope you have had a chance to join in.
You have until midnight tonight!
Heading off to scrapbook tonight with dear friends who are coming up from Miami to visit!
I'd love the resource! Love your freebie too cant wait to use it this year!
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DeleteI would love to have a copy of the resource. I believe teaching Phonics is an important foundational skill. I am looking forward to using your resource in my classroom.
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Great phonics ideas! I love your games. You're right everyone learns differently. I love all the ways you teach phonics!
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