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Sounding out words phonetically – How to Blend Sounds? AVOID this common mistake!

In this post, we are going to talk about sounding out words correctly, because this is a crucial skill for becoming a fluent reader. But, wait, before you even  start working on this skill with a child, he/she should be able to recognize the  the individual in words, also called phonemes. So, it is really […]

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Analytic vs. Synthetic Phonics – What is the difference? Which one is better for your child?

It may be that your child is learning to read at school and you have been told that on the curriculum they have some phonics instruction. Or maybe you are just trying to figure out what is the best way to teach your child to read… Whatever your personal circumstances, after reading this article, you […]

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What Exactly is Synthetic Phonics? Should You Use this System to Teach Your Child to Read?

If you have been looking into the topic of teaching your child to read or if you are an educator, you may have heard of the term Synthetic Phonics. In this article, I am going to explain what Synthetic phonics is. Besides, if after reading this article, you decide you want to go ahead and […]

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