Waltzing Blossom Literacy is a reading resource company based in Minnesota. Its products are created by Paula Plumer, a veteran reading teacher of 38 years. The resources are written to align with the Science of Reading research and to cover the Common Core State Standards. Whether you’re looking for complete units of study, lessons, worksheets, assessments, presentations, or games, Waltzing Blossom Literacy has the resources to make your job as a reading teacher easier.
Waltzing Blossom Literacy is a reading resource company based in Minnesota. Its products are created by Paula Plumer, a veteran reading teacher of 38 years. The resources are written to align with the Science of Reading research and to cover the Common Core State Standards. Whether you’re looking for complete units of study, lessons, worksheets, assessments, presentations, or games, Waltzing Blossom Literacy has the resources to make your job as a reading teacher easier.
Monitor your students’ progress as they learn long vowel sounds, silent e, and three letter blends with these Phonics Assessments 4. Designed to provide quick and effective progress monitoring, these three assessments can be used independently of the Foundational Phonics Level 4 Unit, making them a versatile tool for any classroom.
As a teacher, you want to ensure that your students are on track to mastering phonics skills, and these assessments provide the perfect solution. Don’t let progress monitoring become a time-consuming task, use these assessments to evaluate your students’ understanding of long vowels and silent e quickly and effectively.
What’s more, other educators have praised the effectiveness of these assessments. Casey K. said, “THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU for your resources. I believe they are so valuable. Our students are going to really benefit thanks to you!”
Invest in these Phonics Assessments 4 and see the difference they make in your classroom.
Level 4 Skills Assessed:
Assessment 1 - Single Long Vowels
Assessment 2 - Silent e
Assessment 3 - Three Letter Blends; High Frequency Words: here, want, two, many, your, all, see, or, were, thing, out, about.
Common Core State Standards:
CCSSRF.1.2a
Distinguish long from short vowel sounds in spoken single-syllable words.
CCSSRF.1.3b
Decode regularly spelled one-syllable words.
CCSSRF.1.3c
Know final -e and common vowel team conventions for representing long vowel sounds.
CCSSRF.1.3g
Recognize and read grade-appropriate irregularly spelled words.
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Are you searching for a variety of decodable passages with comprehension questions that will engage your students? If so, this bundle is the perfect solution! This resource features four fables, four nonfiction texts, and four folktales from different countries specially designed to boost fluency and comprehension.
These passages were taken from Super Advanced Phonics Level A which focuses on learning the most common diphthong sounds. Each passage includes comprehension questions, word lists tailored for reading practice, and real-life photographs of the animals and objects mentioned in the passages. Perfect for independent reading, small groups, or homework, these passages make literacy learning both fun and effective!
Which fables are included in this bundle?
The Mother and the Wolf
The Stag at the Pool
The Jackdaw and the Doves
The Lion and the Mouse
Which nonfiction texts are included in this bundle?
The Moon
Oysters
Mountains
Flowers
Which folktales are included in this bundle?
The Rabbit and the Moon Man (Canada)
Why Spiders Are Always Found in the Corners of Ceilings (Ghana)
Urashima the Fisherman (Japan)
The Three Little Pigs (England)
Pair each folktale or fable up with a trade book or video and you’re ready to cover CCSS.ELA – Literacy.RL.2.9 Compare and contrast two or more versions of the same story (e.g., Cinderella stories) by different authors or from different cultures.
Please Note: These passages are also included in the Super Advanced Phonics Level A Curriculum Bundle and the individual units.
Bring more actual practice into your classroom while helping your students strengthen their reading skills. Grab your copy of the Super Advanced Phonics Decodable Passages Set 1 Bundle today and watch your students grow in both fluency and comprehension.
To see if these passages will be a good fit for your students, check out the prerequisite skills in the free Foundational Phonics Scope and Sequence.
Common Core State Standards:
CCSSRL.2.1
Ask and answer such questions as who, what, where, when, why, and how to demonstrate understanding of key details in a text.
CCSSRL.2.2
Recount stories, including fables and folktales from diverse cultures, and determine their central message, lesson, or moral.
CCSSRI.2.1
Ask and answer such questions as who, what, where, when, why, and how to demonstrate understanding of key details in a text.
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Are you looking for a quick and effective way to progress monitor your students when they read words with diphthongs? Look no further! The Super Advanced Phonics Level A Assessments include four printable assessments with decodable, high frequency, and spelling words.
Designed specifically for second grade general education students to cover Common Core State Standards, these assessments would also be a valuable tool to track your students’ progress in remedial or intervention settings.
This resource includes assessments for the eight essential diphthong sounds and some common variations. Here’s the breakdown:
Assessment 1: Words with oo (long & short) & ew; High Frequency Words: father, mother, family
Assessment 2: Words with oi & oy; Two syllable words; High Frequency Words: air, sentence, different
Assessment 3: Words with au, aw & aught; Two syllable words; High Frequency Words: mountain, world, America
Assessment 4: Words with ou & ow; Two syllable words; High Frequency Words: answer, around, animal
These assessments were taken from Super Advanced Phonics Level A, but they can be used independently of the program. Check out the Super Advanced Phonics Level A Curriculum Bundle if you’re interested in lessons, activities, printables, worksheets, and PowerPoint presentations as well as the assessments to teach diphthong sounds to your students.
Elevate your phonics instruction with Super Advanced Phonics Level A Assessments. Watch your students’ phonics skills flourish and their confidence in reading soar. Start assessing for success today!
Common Core State Standards:
CCSSRF.2.3
Know and apply grade-level phonics and word analysis skills in decoding words.
CCSSRF.2.3b
Know spelling-sound correspondences for additional common vowel teams.
CCSSRF.2.3f
Recognize and read grade-appropriate irregularly spelled words.
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Paula Plumer
Waltzing Blossom Literacy
Introducing our Printable Phonics Definitions Posters - the perfect educational companion to enhance your students’ reading journey! With 20 vibrant and engaging posters, this collection is designed to make phonics fun and accessible for young learners.
Features:
Comprehensive Content: Each poster showcases a fundamental phonics concept, accompanied by a concise and kid-friendly definition. From long and short vowels, blends to digraphs, our posters cover it all, ensuring a solid foundation in phonics.
Visual Delight: Bursting with captivating colors and charming photographs, these posters are a feast for the eyes. Visual cues enhance memory retention, making learning an enjoyable adventure for your students.
Why Choose Our Phonics Posters?
Kid-Friendly Language: Our definitions are crafted with your students in mind. We’ve taken complex linguistic terms and transformed them into simple, easy-to-grasp explanations.
Educational Excellence: Developed by a veteran reading teacher, these posters adhere to the Common Core State Standards for first grade and the Science of Reading research.
Printable Convenience: Gain instant access to these posters and print them from the comfort of your home or school. No shipping wait times!
Perfect for Home and School:
At Home: Elevate your home learning environment with captivating educational décor. Spark conversations, address questions, and create understanding about phonics.
In the Classroom: Teachers, these posters are a fantastic addition to your beginning reading lessons. Use them as anchor charts or as classroom décor. Create an immersive learning space that resonates with young minds, facilitating engagement and comprehension.
Claim Your Phonics Posters Today!
Unlock the door to phonics success with our Printable Phonics Definitions Posters. Fuel your students’ reading journey with 20 captivating posters filled with kid-friendly definitions. Watch them flourish as they grasp the building blocks of reading. Download now and embark on a learning adventure that will shape their future for years to come.
Phonics Concepts Covered:
Short Vowel
Consonant Digraph
Consonant Blend
Long Vowel
Three Ways Vowels Become Long
Long Single Vowels
Silent e
Vowel Digraphs for Long A, E & I
Three Letter Blends
Syllable
Rhyming Words
Vowel Digraphs for Long O & U
Three Sounds for the -ed Ending
Alliteration
R-Controlled Sounds for er, ir & ur
R-Controlled Sounds for or & ar
Suffixes – ing, es, ed & er
Compound Words
Multisyllabic Words - VCCV
Multisyllabic Words – VCV
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PDF File - 22 pages
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Paula Plumer
Looking for a quick and effective way to assess your students’ progress with digraph and trigraph sounds and words? Look no further than our comprehensive Progress Monitoring Assessments 2 pack!
With four different assessments covering a range of important phonics skills, this pack is perfect for educators who need to assess their students’ mastery of digraph and trigraph sounds. And while these assessments are taken from our Foundational Phonics Level 2 Unit, they can be used independently of the program for added flexibility.
Assessment 1 covers the Ch Digraph, Floss and -tch Spelling Patterns; Assessment 2 covers the Sh Digraph, -ck Spelling Pattern; Assessment 3 covers the Th Digraph, -dge Spelling Pattern; and Assessment 4 covers Skills from the Previous Assessments, Wh Digraph, and 12 High Frequency Words.
And with glowing feedback from educators, you can trust that our resources are truly valuable for students.
But that’s not all - we also offer a range of related products that may interest you, including our Foundational Phonics: Progress Monitoring Assessments 3 for Consonant Blends, Progress Monitoring Assessments 1 for CVC Words, and even a Foundational Phonics Placement Assessment.
Plus, take advantage of our 20 on 20 Sale and save 20% on every product in our store on the 20th of every month! We’re committed to keeping our products affordable and accessible for educators like you.
Invest in your students’ phonics education with our Digraphs and Trigraphs Progress Monitoring Pack today!
Common Core State Standards:
CCSSRF.1.3
Know and apply grade-level phonics and word analysis skills in decoding words.
CCSSRF.1.3a
Know the spelling-sound correspondences for common consonant digraphs.
CCSSRF.1.3b
Decode regularly spelled one-syllable words.
CCSSRF.1.3g
Recognize and read grade-appropriate irregularly spelled words.
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File Type:
PDF File - 9 pages
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Looking for a quick and easy way to monitor your students’ progress while teaching CVC words and short vowel sounds? Look no further than these four assessments! Designed to be used independently of any program, these assessments cover a range of skills, from consonant and vowel sounds to high frequency words.
With feedback like “THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU for your resources. Our students are going to really benefit thanks to you!” from a satisfied educator, you can trust that these assessments are effective and valuable tools for your classroom. And with related products like Foundational Phonics: Progress Monitoring Assessments 2 – Digraphs and Trigraphs and The Foundational Phonics: Progress Monitoring Assessments 3 – Consonant Blends, you can continue to support your students’ learning and growth.
Shop now and see the difference these assessments can make in your classroom.
Here are the skills each assessment covers:
Assessment 1 – Consonant Sounds: f, m, n, s, t, b, g, h, j, k, p; Vowel Sound: Short a
Assessment 2 – Skills from the previous assessment; Consonant Sounds: c, d, l, r; Vowel Sounds: Short I & Short o
Assessment 3 – Skills from the previous assessments; Consonant Sounds: v, w, x, y, z, q; Vowel Sounds: Short u
Assessment 4 - Skills from the previous assessments; Vowel Sounds: Short e; High Frequency Words (Optional): the, a, I, boy, girl, little, was, are, you, who, what, do
Try a free lesson by downloading Free Phonics Lesson | Short a.
Common Core State Standards:
CCSSRF.K.3 Know and apply grade-level phonics and word analysis skills in decoding words.
CCSSRF.K.3b Associate the long and short sounds with common spellings (graphemes) for the five major vowels.
CCSSRF.K.3c Read common high-frequency words by sight (e.g., the, of, to, you, she, my, is, are, do, does).
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Looking for a quick and effective way to assess your elementary students’ phonics mastery and identify missing skills? Look no further than the Foundational Phonics Comprehensive Phonics Placement Assessment and Diagnostic Reading Test!
This tool is specifically designed for the Foundational Phonics curriculum but can be used independently of the program. It covers a wide range of skills, including letter recognition, letter-sound correspondences, CVC words/short vowels, consonant digraphs and blends, long vowels, r-controlled vowels, and multisyllabic words. And best of all, it’s easy to use!
What Educators Are Saying:
“This has been a great resource for my students I am tutoring this summer to see their placement.”
Michelle W. 1st grade teacher
With this assessment, you can quickly determine a starting point for instruction, identify missing skills, and measure growth over time. By drilling down deeper into each skill area, you can ensure that no time is lost reviewing content that the students have already mastered.
What Educators Are Saying:
“This has been very helpful in determining student needs! Thank you.”
Ammie S. 2nd, 3rd & 4th grade teacher for students with learning difficulties
Plus, this product is just one part of the Foundational Phonics curriculum, a comprehensive 24-week program written for beginning or struggling readers to guide them toward confidence and fluency.
If you’re looking for a comprehensive phonics assessment tool that will help your elementary students succeed, look no further than the Foundational Phonics Placement Assessment and Diagnostic Reading Test.
What Educators Are Saying:
“This is a wonderful resource and provides great data!”
E’s Essentials K, 1st, 2nd & 3rd grade teacher for students on the autism spectrum
File Type:
pdf - 10 pages
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Are you ready to embark on a journey that will unlock the mysteries of diphthongs for your students? Look no further! Super Advanced Phonics Level A Unit 4 is your ultimate guide to help your students master the art of reading and spelling words with the diphthongs ou and ow.
Gone are the days of uncertainty and confusion in phonics instruction! With Super Advanced Phonics, you’ll breeze through 5 step by step lesson plans, each designed to provide clear, structured guidance. No more guessing games - just follow the script and watch your students soar!
But this unit isn’t just effective, it’s also budget-friendly and requires minimal prep time. Say goodbye to endless hours of planning and hello to hassle-free phonics teaching!
What’s Included in this Unit?
5 Scripted Lessons
20 Worksheets with Decoding, Spelling & Fluency Practice
High Frequency Word Practice
1 Assessment
3 Comprehension Passages:
Fable - The Lion and the Mouse (Greece)
Nonfiction Text - Flowers
Folktale - The Three Little Pigs (England)
1 Crossword Puzzle
1 Reader’s Theater Script - The Three Little Pigs (England)
5 Printable Flash Cards
Perfect for whole group instruction, small group lessons, one-on-one tutoring, remedial interventions, and even homeschool.
Super Advanced Phonics Level A Unit 4 Lesson Sequence:
Diphthongs 1: ou
High Frequency Words: around, animal, and answer
Diphthongs 2: ow
Diphthongs 3: ou & ow
Review & Checkup: Review Activities & Assessment
Developed in alignment with the Science of Reading best practices, this unit was created by an expert reading teacher and former district curriculum writer to cover the second grade Common Core State Standards for foundational skills with general education students. However, Super Advanced Phonics can also be used effectively as a remedial intervention with older learners or as enrichment for younger students.
Try the first lesson by downloading FREE PHONICS LESSON: DIPHTHONG OU!
So, are you ready to revolutionize your phonics instruction? Dive into Super Advanced Phonics Level A Unit 4 and empower your students to conquer diphthongs like never before!
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All products are for single buyer use only. Please direct your friends and colleagues back to my store to download or purchase their own copies.
If you have any questions or concerns, please email me directly at: pplumer@waltzingblossomliteracy.com
Thanks so much,
Paula Plumer
Waltzing Blossom Literacy
Are you ready to embark on a journey that will unlock the mysteries of diphthongs for your students? Look no further! Super Advanced Phonics Level A Unit 3 is your ultimate guide to help your students master the art of reading and spelling words with the diphthongs au and aw.
Gone are the days of uncertainty and confusion in phonics instruction! With Super Advanced Phonics, you’ll breeze through 5 step by step lesson plans, each designed to provide clear, structured guidance. No more guessing games – just follow the script and watch your students soar!
But this unit isn’t just effective, it’s also budget-friendly and requires minimal prep time. Say goodbye to endless hours of planning and hello to hassle-free phonics teaching!
What’s Included in this Unit?
5 Scripted Lessons
18 Worksheets with Decoding, Spelling & Fluency Practice
High Frequency Word Practice
1 Assessment
3 Comprehension Passages: Fable - The Jackdaw and the Doves (Greece), Nonfiction Text - Mountains, Folktale - Urashima the Fisherman (Japan)
1 Crossword Puzzle
1 Reader’s Theater Script - Urashima the Fisherman (Japan)
5 Printable Flash Cards
Perfect for whole group instruction, small group lessons, one-on-one tutoring, remedial interventions, and even homeschool.
Super Advanced Phonics Level A Unit 3 Lesson Sequence:
Diphthongs 1: au
High Frequency Words: mountain, world, and America
Diphthongs 2: aw
Diphthongs 3: Spelling Pattern aught
Review & Checkup: Review Activities & Assessment
Developed in alignment with the Science of Reading best practices, this unit was created by an expert reading teacher and former district curriculum writer to cover the second grade Common Core State Standards for foundational skills with general education students. However, Super Advanced Phonics can also be used effectively as a remedial intervention with older learners or as enrichment for younger students.
Try the first lesson by downloading - FREE PHONICS LESSON: DIPHTHONG AU!
So, are you ready to revolutionize your phonics instruction? Dive into Super Advanced Phonics Level A Unit 3 and empower your students to conquer diphthongs like never before!
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All products are for single buyer use only. Please direct your friends and colleagues back to my store to download or purchase their own copies.
If you have any questions or concerns, please email me directly at: pplumer@waltzingblossomliteracy.com
Thanks so much,
Paula Plumer
Waltzing Blossom Literacy
Are you ready to embark on a journey that will unlock the mysteries of diphthongs for your students? Look no further! Super Advanced Phonics Level A Unit 2 is your ultimate guide to help your students master the art of reading and spelling words with the diphthongs “oi” and “oy.”
Gone are the days of uncertainty and confusion in phonics instruction! With Super Advanced Phonics, you’ll breeze through 5 step by step lesson plans, each designed to provide clear, structured guidance. No more guessing games - just follow the script and watch your students soar!
But this unit isn’t just effective, it’s also budget-friendly and requires minimal prep time. Say goodbye to endless hours of planning and hello to hassle-free phonics teaching!
What’s Included in this Unit?
5 Scripted Lessons
16 Worksheets with Decoding, Spelling & Fluency Practice
High Frequency Word Practice
1 Assessment
3 Comprehension Passages: Fable - The Stag at the Pool (Greece); Nonfiction Text - Oysters; Folktale - Why Spiders Are Always Found in the Corners of Ceilings (Ghana)
1 Crossword Puzzle
1 Reader’s Theater Script - Why Spiders Are Always Found in the Corners of Ceilings (Ghana)
5 Printable Flash Cards
Perfect for whole group instruction, small group lessons, one-on-one tutoring, remedial interventions, and even homeschool.
Super Advanced Phonics Level A Unit 2 Lesson Sequence:
Diphthongs 1: oi
High Frequency Words: sentence, different, and air
Diphthongs 2: oy
Diphthongs 3: oi & oy multisyllabic words practice
Review & Checkup: Review Activities & Assessment
Developed in alignment with the Science of Reading best practices, this unit was created by an expert reading teacher and former district curriculum writer to cover the second grade Common Core State Standards for foundational skills with general education students. However, Super Advanced Phonics can also be used effectively as a remedial intervention with older learners or as enrichment for younger students.
Try the first lesson by downloading FREE PHONICS LESSON: DIPHTHONG OI to try it!
So, are you ready to revolutionize your phonics instruction? Dive into Super Advanced Phonics Level A Unit 2 and empower your students to conquer diphthongs like never before!
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All products are for single buyer use only. Please direct your friends and colleagues back to my store to download or purchase their own copies.
If you have any questions or concerns, please email me directly at: pplumer@waltzingblossomliteracy.com
Thanks so much,
Paula Plumer
Waltzing Blossom Literacy
Are you ready to embark on a journey that will unlock the mysteries of diphthongs for your students? Look no further! Super Advanced Phonics Level A Unit 1 is your ultimate guide to help your students master the art of reading and spelling words with the diphthongs “oo” and “ew.”
Gone are the days of uncertainty and confusion in phonics instruction! With Super Advanced Phonics, you’ll breeze through 5 step by step lesson plans, each designed to provide clear, structured guidance. No more guessing games - just follow the script and watch your students soar!
But this unit isn’t just effective, it’s also budget-friendly and requires minimal prep time. Say goodbye to endless hours of planning and hello to hassle-free phonics teaching!
What’s Included in this Unit?
5 Scripted Lessons
17 Worksheets with Decoding, Spelling & Fluency Practice
High Frequency Word Practice
1 Assessment
3 Comprehension Passages: Fable - The Mother and the Wolf (Greece);
Nonfiction Text - The Moon; Folktale - Rabbit and the Moon Man (Canada)
2 Crossword Puzzles
1 Reader’s Theater Script - The Rabbit and the Moon Man
5 Printable Flash Cards
Perfect for whole group instruction, small group lessons, one-on-one tutoring, remedial interventions, and even homeschool.
Super Advanced Phonics Level A Unit 1 Lesson Sequence:
Diphthongs 1: oo (Long Sound)
High Frequency Words: mother, father, and family
Diphthongs 2: ew
Diphthongs 3: oo (Short Sound)
Review & Checkup: Review Activities & Assessment
Developed in alignment with the Science of Reading best practices, this unit was created by an expert reading teacher and former district curriculum writer to cover the second grade Common Core State Standards for foundational skills with general education students. However, Super Advanced Phonics can also be used effectively as a remedial intervention with older learners or as enrichment for younger students.
Download the first lesson FREE PHONICS LESSON: DIPHTHONG OO to try it!
So, are you ready to revolutionize your phonics instruction? Dive into Super Advanced Phonics Level A Unit 1 and empower your students to conquer diphthongs like never before!
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All products are for single buyer use only. Please direct your friends and colleagues back to my store to download or purchase their own copies.
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Thanks so much,
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Waltzing Blossom Literacy
Introducing Foundational Phonics Level 7 Unit for words ending in -ng, -nk, -old, and -ild!
Unlock the full potential of your students’ reading abilities with our meticulously crafted, research-aligned phonics program. Designed with a laser focus on the Science of Reading, this Level 7 Unit is the perfect tool to help your students conquer words ending in -ng, -nk, -old, and -ild effortlessly.
What sets us apart? Let’s dive into the incredible features of this comprehensive unit:
Scripted Lesson Plans: Save time and ensure consistent teaching quality with our 10 expertly scripted lesson plans. Each lesson is carefully structured to maximize student engagement and understanding.
Student Worksheets: Our unit comes loaded with 24 student worksheets, carefully curated to provide both decoding and encoding practice. Plus, it includes six fluency passages, including an exciting reader’s theater script, to make reading practice a breeze!
Printable Visuals: Keep your students visually engaged and on track with our printable visuals. Clear and colorful, these visuals provide essential learning support.
Flash Cards Galore: Reinforce learning and make it enjoyable with our set of flash cards. Covering -ing, -ang, -ong, -ung, -ink, -ank, -onk, -unk, -old, and -ild, these cards make learning phonics a delight.
High-Frequency Words: Power up your students’ fluency with high-frequency words like water, people, down, now, and any. These words are taken from the list of 500 English words used most often.
The Unicorn Race Board Game: Who said learning can’t be fun? Our exclusive Unicorn Race board game turns learning into a magical adventure, reinforcing phonics skills while having a blast!
Assessment Tools: Gauge students’ progress effectively with our formative and summative assessments. These tools help you tailor your teaching to meet individual needs.
Phonological Awareness Activities: Develop alliteration skills in your students, setting the stage for stronger reading abilities.
Fluency Passages: Take learning to the next level! Our fluency passages now include short and long vowel words, boosting reading proficiency.
File Type:
PDF File - 86 pages
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Are you looking for a resource to boost your students’ reading fluency and comprehension? “Foundational Phonics Fluency & Comprehension Passages” is a collection of 50 engaging passages written to progress from basic CVC words to challenging multisyllabic ones. Created for 1st-grade readers, these passages are also ideal for interventions in 2nd or 3rd grade or as an enrichment resource for kindergarten students.
What’s Included in this Product?
*50 Passages Covering CVC to Multisyllabic Words
*3 Reader’s Theater Scripts
*Comprehension Activities for Most Passages
*High Frequency Word Practice Using the Most Commonly Used Words in English
*Scope & Sequence with a List of Required Skills for Each Passage
What Educators Are Saying:
“I have been using these materials since the first day of school and I can definitely feel and see the improvement in my first graders. Not only do they feel empowered as readers, but I also feel like I am doing a better job at teaching the foundations of reading. I cannot thank you enough for all the work you have done to help my first graders become solid, proud readers. Thank you!”
Maria V. - 1st Grade Teacher
Aligned with the State Common Core Standards for 1st grade and the Science of Reading research, these passages, taken from the Foundational Phonics curriculum, are designed to seamlessly integrate into your curriculum by following the “Essential Skills” mastery list that’s included.
How Can the Passages Be Used?
*Small Group Guided Reading
*One-on-One Tutoring
*Remedial Interventions
*Partner Reading
*Independent Seatwork Time
*Homeschooling
So why wait? Grab your copy of “Foundational Phonics Fluency & Comprehension Passages” now and let the reading adventures begin.
You can learn more about the Foundational Phonics program by downloading the FOUNDATIONAL PHONICS FREE SCOPE & SEQUENCE. This free resource includes a sequential list of the 120 lessons in the curriculum plus links to all the other free resources.
File Type: PDF - 74 pages
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Unleash the power of reading with the Foundational Phonics Unit 9 for Multisyllabic Words! This incredible package is designed to take your students on an exciting journey through the world of phonics, unlocking the secrets of compound, VCCV, and VCV words, as well as words with the suffixes y and ly.
With 10 meticulously scripted lesson plans, you’ll have everything you need to guide your students through each step of their phonics journey. Our engaging printable worksheets will keep them eager to learn, while our captivating visuals bring the concepts to life right before their eyes.
But that’s not all! We’ve also included formative and summative assessments to track your students’ progress, fluency passages to help them build their reading speed and comprehension, and flash cards covering the all, igh, ie, ey, -y and ly sounds. And let’s not forget about those high-frequency words! We’ve included the words year, again, move, goes, does, and picture, ensuring your students are equipped with the sight words they need to succeed.
But we didn’t stop there. We’ve also included a reader’s theater script, allowing your students to bring their reading skills to life, and a fun card game with three different versions to reinforce their learning in a playful way.
Rest assured, this curriculum is aligned with the latest Science of Reading research, so you can trust that your students are receiving the highest quality education. It also covers the Common Core State Standards for first-grade foundational skills, making it suitable for whole group instruction, small reading groups, interventions, or homeschooling.
Don’t miss out on this supercharged phonics curriculum. Unlock the magic of reading by downloading Foundational Phonics Unit 9 for Multisyllabic Words today!
Foundational Phonics Level 9 Lessons:
Multisyllabic Words 1: Compound Words
Vowel Teams 1: igh
Multisyllabic Words 2: VCCV Words
High Frequency Words: year, again, move, goes, does, and picture
Week 1 Checkup: Formative Assessment
Vowel Teams 2: ey & ie
Multisyllabic Words 3: VCV Words
Suffixes: y & ly
Fluency Practice: Reader’s Theater
Week 2 Checkup: Summative Assessment
Common Core State Standards:
CCSSRF.1.3c
Know final -e and common vowel team conventions for representing long vowel sounds.
CCSSRF.1.3d
Use knowledge that every syllable must have a vowel sound to determine the number of syllables in a printed word.
CCSSRF.1.3e
Decode two-syllable words following basic patterns by breaking the words into syllables.
CCSSRF.1.3g
Recognize and read grade-appropriate irregularly spelled words.
CCSSRF.1.4b
Read grade-level text orally with accuracy, appropriate rate, and expression on successive readings.
CCSSL.1.2d
Use conventional spelling for words with common spelling patterns and for frequently occurring irregular words.
Unlock the magic of reading with Foundational Phonics Level 8 Unit for R-Controlled Vowel Words! This comprehensive package includes 10 meticulously scripted lesson plans, 24 engaging printable student worksheets, captivating visuals, formative and summative assessments, fluency passages, and flashcards covering er, ir, ur, or, and ar sounds, as well as high-frequency words like new, work, place, only, every, and through. Additionally, it offers a reader’s theater script and a fun card game to reinforce learning.
Aligned with the latest Science of Reading research, this curriculum is perfect for whole group instruction, small reading groups, interventions, or homeschooling. It conforms to the Common Core State Standards for first-grade foundational skills, ensuring your students receive top-notch education.
Foundational Phonics Level 8 Lessons:
R-Controlled Vowels 1 – Introduction to er, ir & ur
R-Controlled Vowels 2 – Practice with er, ir & ur
Suffixes – Suffix -er
High Frequency Words – new, work, place, only, every, through
Week 1 Checkup – Formative Assessment
R-Controlled Vowels 3 – Introduction to ar & or
R-Controlled Vowels 4 – Practice with ar & or
Title Abbreviations – Mr. Mrs. Ms. & Dr.
Fluency Practice – Reader’s Theater
Week 2 Checkup – Summative Assessment
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Common Core State Standards:
CCSSRF.1.3b
Decode regularly spelled one-syllable words.
CCSSRF.1.3e
Decode two-syllable words following basic patterns by breaking the words into syllables.
CCSSRF.1.3f
Read words with inflectional endings.
CCSSRF.1.3g
Recognize and read grade-appropriate irregularly spelled words.
CCSSRF.1.4b
Read grade-level text orally with accuracy, appropriate rate, and expression on successive readings.
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Are you looking for a reliable, research-aligned reading curriculum to help your students excel in phonics? Look no further than the Foundational Phonics Level 6 Unit for Long O & U Vowel Team Words! This innovative and cost-effective curriculum is designed to make reading fun and easy for educators and students alike.
With scripted lesson plans, engaging phonological awareness activities, and explicit phonics instruction, this systematic curriculum is guaranteed to help your students master the long o & u vowel teams and the -ed inflectional ending. The unit includes 10 carefully crafted lessons, 23 printable student sheets, 2 weekly assessments, a wealth of visual aids and a vowel team game to help reinforce learning.
Whether you’re teaching whole groups, small groups, or one-on-one tutoring sessions, the Foundational Phonics Level 6 Unit is flexible enough to meet your needs. And with progress monitoring assessments included, you’ll be able to track your students’ progress and celebrate their successes along the way.
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Foundational Phonics Level 6 Unit Lesson Sequence:
Vowel Digraphs 1: Introduction to oa
Vowel Digraphs 2: Practice with oa
Vowel Digraphs 3: Introduction to oe and ow
Vowel Digraphs 4: Practice with oe and ow
Week 1 Checkup: Formative Assessment
High Frequency Words: other, word, their, come, over, know
Vowel Digraphs 5: Introduction to ue and ui
Vowel Digraphs 6: Practice with ue and ui
Inflectional Ending: Introduction to -ed
Week 2 Checkup: Summative Assessment
Common Core State Standards:
CCSSRF.1.2
Demonstrate understanding of spoken words, syllables, and sounds (phonemes).
CCSSRF.1.3b
Decode regularly spelled one-syllable words.
CCSSRF.1.3c
Know final -e and common vowel team conventions for representing long vowel sounds.
CCSSRF.1.3f
Read words with inflectional endings.
CCSSL.1.2e
Spell untaught words phonetically, drawing on phonemic awareness and spelling conventions.
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Looking for an effective, affordable, and easy-to-implement reading curriculum that follows the Science of Reading research? Look no further than the Foundational Phonics Level 3 Unit for Consonant Blend Words! This systematic phonics curriculum is designed to help educators confidently teach their students how to read words with consonant blends, using scripted lesson plans that include phonemic awareness activities, explicit phonics instruction, decoding and encoding practice, and more.
The Foundational Phonics Level 3 Unit can used with whole group instruction, small group lessons, one-on-one tutoring, remedial interventions, or even homeschooling. The unit includes 10 scripted lessons, 20 printable student sheets, 2 weekly assessments, visuals for direct instruction, consonant blends and high frequency word flash cards, 2 sets of game cards, and a certificate of achievement. Don’t just take our word for it - try a free lesson by downloading Free Phonics Lesson | Consonant L Blends and see the improvement in your students’ reading skills for yourself!
Foundational Phonics Level 3 Unit Lesson Sequence:
Consonant Blends 1: Consonant + L Blends
Consonant Blends 2: Consonant + R Blends
Words 1: very, find, one, some, there, from
Consonant Blends 3: S + Consonant Blends
Week 1 Checkup: Formative Assessment
Consonant Blends 4: Ending Consonant Blends
Consonant Blends 5: Ending Consonant Blends
Words 2: like, her, my, they, be, so
Consonant Blends 6: Consonant Blends Review
Week 2 Checkup: Summative Assessment
Common Core State Standards:
CCSSRF.1.2b
Orally produce single-syllable words by blending sounds (phonemes), including consonant blends.
CCSSRF.1.3
Know and apply grade-level phonics and word analysis skills in decoding words.
CCSSRF.1.3b
Decode regularly spelled one-syllable words.
CCSSRF.1.3g
Recognize and read grade-appropriate irregularly spelled words.
CCSSCCRA.L.2
Demonstrate command of the conventions of standard English capitalization, punctuation, and spelling when writing.
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Looking for an effective way to teach your students how to read words with the diphthongs ou & ow? Look no further than the Super Advanced Phonics Level A Unit 4 Bundle! This Science of Reading research-aligned curriculum provides step-by-step instructions for 5 lessons, including explicit phonics instruction, decoding and encoding practice, comprehension passages, and more. Plus, this bundle is affordable and low prep, saving you precious time.
What’s Included in this Bundle?
Level A Unit 4 with 5 Scripted Lessons
1 Noneditable PowerPoint Presentations with Engaging Graphics & Photos
20 Worksheets with Decoding, Spelling & Fluency Practice
Including 3 Comprehension Passages:
Fable - The Lion and the Mouse (Greece)
Nonfiction Text - Flowers
Folktale - The Three Little Pigs (England)
High Frequency Word Practice
1 Assessment
1 Crossword Puzzle
5 Printable Flash Cards
1 Reader’s Theater Script - The Three Little Pigs (England)
This curriculum bundle is perfect for whole group instruction, small group lessons, one-on-one tutoring, remedial interventions, and even homeschool.
Super Advanced Phonics Level A Unit 4 Lesson Sequence:
Diphthongs 1: ou
High Frequency Words: around, animal, and answer
Diphthongs 2: ow
Diphthongs 3: ou & ow
Review & Checkup: Review Activities & Assessment
Developed in alignment with the Science of Reading best practices, this curriculum was created by an expert reading teacher and former district curriculum writer to cover the second grade Common Core State Standards for foundational skills with general education students. However, Super Advanced Phonics can also be used effectively as a remedial intervention with older students or as enrichment for younger students.
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Looking for an effective way to teach your students how to read words with the diphthongs au & aw? Look no further than the Super Advanced Phonics Level A Unit 3 Bundle! This Science of Reading research-aligned curriculum provides step-by-step instructions for 5 lessons, including explicit phonics instruction, decoding and encoding practice, comprehension passages, and more. Plus, this bundle is affordable and low prep, saving you precious time.
What’s Included in this Bundle?
Level A Unit 3 with 5 Scripted Lessons
Noneditable PowerPoint Presentations with Engaging Graphics & Photos
18 Worksheets with Decoding, Spelling & Fluency Practice
Including 3 Comprehension Passages: Fable - The Jackdaw and the Doves (Greece), Nonfiction Text - Mountains, Folktale – Urashima the Fisherman (Japan)
High Frequency Word Practice
1 Assessment
1 Crossword Puzzle
5 Printable Flash Cards
1 Reader’s Theater Script - Urashima the Fisherman (Japan)
This curriculum bundle is perfect for whole group instruction, small group lessons, one-on-one tutoring, remedial interventions, and even homeschool.
Super Advanced Phonics Level A Unit 3 Lesson Sequence:
Diphthongs 1: au
High Frequency Words: mountain, world, and America
Diphthongs 2: aw
Diphthongs 3: Spelling Pattern aught
Review & Checkup: Review Activities & Assessment
Developed in alignment with the Science of Reading best practices, this curriculum was created by an expert reading teacher and former district curriculum writer to cover the second grade Common Core State Standards for foundational skills with general education students. However, Super Advanced Phonics can also be used effectively as a remedial intervention with older students or as enrichment for younger students.
TRY A FREE LESSON BY DOWNLOADING THE FREE PHONICS LESSON: DIPHTHONG AU!
Whether you’re a seasoned pro or new to teaching phonics, the Super Advanced Phonics Level A Unit 3 Bundle is your secret weapon. It provides all the tools and resources you need to confidently teach your students to read words with the diphthongs au and aw. Download your copy of the Super Advanced Phonics Level A Unit 3 Bundle today!
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Looking for an effective way to teach your students how to read words with the diphthongs oi & oy? Look no further than the Super Advanced Phonics Level A Unit 2 Bundle! This Science of Reading research-aligned curriculum provides step-by-step instructions for 5 lessons, including explicit phonics instruction, decoding and encoding practice, comprehension passages, and more. And not only is this bundle affordable, it’s also low prep, saving you precious time.
What’s Included in this Bundle?
Level A Unit 2 with 5 Scripted Lessons
1 Noneditable PowerPoint Presentations with Engaging Graphics & Photos
16 Worksheets with Decoding, Spelling & Fluency Practice
Including 3 Comprehension Passages: Fable - The Stag at the Pool (Greece); Nonfiction Text - Oysters; Folktale - Why Spiders Are Always Found in the Corners of Ceilings (Ghana)
High Frequency Word Practice
1 Assessment
1 Crossword Puzzle
5 Printable Flash Cards
1 Reader’s Theater Script - Why Spiders Are Always Found in the Corners of Ceilings (Ghana)
This curriculum bundle is perfect for whole group instruction, small group lessons, one-on-one tutoring, remedial interventions, and even homeschool.
Super Advanced Phonics Level A Unit 2 Lesson Sequence:
Diphthongs 1: oi
High Frequency Words: sentence, different, and air
Diphthongs 2: oy
Diphthongs 3: Multisyllabic Word Practice with oi & oy
Review & Checkup: Review Activities & Assessment
Developed in alignment with the Science of Reading best practices, this curriculum was created by an expert reading teacher and former district curriculum writer to cover the second grade Common Core State Standards for foundational skills with general education students. However, Super Advanced Phonics can also be used effectively as a remedial intervention with older students or as enrichment for younger students.
TRY THE FIRST LESSON BY DOWNLOADING THE FREE PHONICS LESSON DIPHTHONG OI!
Whether you’re a seasoned pro or new to teaching phonics, the Super Advanced Phonics Level A Unit 2 Bundle is your secret weapon. It provides all the tools and resources you need to confidently teach your students to read words with the diphthongs oi and oy. Download your copy of the Super Advanced Phonics Level A Unit 2 Bundle today!
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Waltzing Blossom Literacy