Teaching High Frequency Words
High-Frequency Words: Supporting Fluency and Confidence in Struggling Readers High-frequency (HF) words are an essential component of literacy development. These words often appear frequently in texts but are phonetically irregular, making them more challenging for students to learn. For example, the word “come” is pronounced as “c-u-m,” which deviates from typical phonetic patterns. Helping students […]
Cloze Exercises For Literacy Development
The Importance of Cloze Exercises in Literacy Development Cloze Exercises are a powerful tool in literacy education, particularly when working with students who need structured, systematic support. These exercises not only enhance vocabulary but also develop contextual understanding, encouraging students to think critically about word choices in a sentence. This skill is fundamental for improving […]
Using Structured Reading Sheets
The Importance of Reading Sheets and Practice in Literacy Development Reading fluency and accuracy are the cornerstone skills of literacy, and they form the foundation for success in all areas of education. Many students, especially those struggling with literacy, benefit from systematic, targeted practice aligned with their current skill level. When a student is not […]
Teaching Tracking And Blending
Moving from reading sounds to reading words Phonics is about learning the sounds of English and mapping those sounds onto the letters we use to spell them. If you observe students learning to read, you will notice a few common early reading stages they go through. Stage 1 Phonemic awareness: Students start to develop the […]
Morphology and Spelling
Morphology and its relation to Spelling Why, when, and how to incorporate it in literacy teaching. In this article, we are going to examine the role of morphology in relation to spelling, the nemesis of many a student! We will consider its helpful role in developing spelling skills [the why we should utilize this valuable […]
What is morphology and how do I teach it at home?
Help! I’m a parent who has heard about morphology as an important part of literacy teaching, but I’m not even sure what the term means! Furthermore, what are these so-called benefits? Will it really make a difference to my child’s literacy development? You may be a homeschooling parent or a parent/carer who wants to support […]
Using the word cracker for intensive tier 3 intervention
Tier 3 Intervention Tier 3 students are those who experience challenges with their literacy development. Generally, these students are taught in a 1-1 or 1-2 teaching ratio. These students are typically slow decoders due to their underlying difficulties. They require the depth and the detail when learning a new teaching point and will often require […]