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How to Learn to Read Letters and Words With Phonics

The process of learning to read is somewhat intuitive. Children pick up language just by watching, listening and imitating their parents. However, by implementing phonics into the process, children can learn to read faster and with more accuracy, which is important when preparing them for preschool and kindergarten.

Things You'll Need

  • Phonic program
  • Phonics flashcards
  • Teacher/Tutor
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Instructions

    • 1

      Decide on the phonics program that fits your needs and one you feel confident with. Phonics programs were designed by education professionals and are designed to explain the different concepts that are taught in phonics. There are a variety of program providers to choose from, the most popular being "Hooked on Phonics."

    • 2

      Purchase a set of phonics flashcards or make your own to be used alongside your other tools. Work with a few flashcards every day at first. As you start to learn them, add a few more until you're confident with every card.

    • 3

      Incorporate phonics computer games into learning by using them as a fun alternative to learn and relax. Most phonics games can be found online for free or a small fee. Popular sites like Starfall are focused on obtaining student's attention. Look for a game that is simple to use and incorporates the phonics learning most curriculum are based on.

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      Purchase phonics storybooks to incorporate into proper learning.The best systems focus on one sound, or a blend of sounds. Phonics storybooks sometimes come with an audio track to be played along with the storybook, and flashcards that reinforce what was read in the book. Practice one book per day. Do not focus on what was missed but more on reinforcing the memory learning of the different phonics sounds.

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