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Hi, We are Sally and Amanda from Guinea Pig Education. We present a range of complimentary teaching aids and workbooks to use in your classroom or as homework – in both print and digital format. We aim to raise reading standards and to develop literacy skills, with our ‘fun for kids’ phonic reading resources. We also offer support for pupils aged 4-16 years. We highly recommend our comprehension and creative writing resources - which build confidence and develop imagination.

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Hi, We are Sally and Amanda from Guinea Pig Education. We present a range of complimentary teaching aids and workbooks to use in your classroom or as homework – in both print and digital format. We aim to raise reading standards and to develop literacy skills, with our ‘fun for kids’ phonic reading resources. We also offer support for pupils aged 4-16 years. We highly recommend our comprehension and creative writing resources - which build confidence and develop imagination.
Spell Tricky Words with 'any' and 'every' And Middle ‘ai’ Sounds (7-11 years)
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Spell Tricky Words with 'any' and 'every' And Middle ‘ai’ Sounds (7-11 years)

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7 pages This resource includes 2 work packs: Challenge 1 ‘Is there anybody out there?’ This pack reinforces tricky words with ‘any’ and ‘every’. Challenge 2 ‘Don’t Complain About The Rain.’ This pack uses phonics to reinforce tricky words with middle ‘ai’ sounds. Spelling need not be dull. Learn to spell tricky words with Zoggy. A fun spelling aid to encourage children aged 7-11 years to enjoy learning to spell. This series of work packs include 12 graded spelling challenges to work through, with spelling tests. They concentrate on those words or sound patterns that consistently cause problems. To help cement these ‘tricky words’ into young minds, we meet again our quirky alien character, Zoggy - with his cartoons, his zany messages back to planet Zen and his ridiculous rhymes and mnemonics. These packs use a multi sensory approach. Say the word Repeat the rhymes Sound it out Read it Write it Cover and spell again Use the method that work for you.
Rainbows And Clouds’ Snakes And Ladders (4-7 years)
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Rainbows And Clouds’ Snakes And Ladders (4-7 years)

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Play a game of Rainbows And Clouds. Play this game, like snakes and ladders to familiarise your child with three letter phonic words. Part of the ‘Zoggy Zero’ Series. Introducing you to our brand new ‘Zoggy Zero’ scheme. Help your child/ren to take their first steps in reading, writing and spelling, with this exciting structured scheme.
‘What Rhymes With?’ WORKSHEETS (4-7 years)
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‘What Rhymes With?’ WORKSHEETS (4-7 years)

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A set of printable worksheets. The child is asked to identify words that rhyme. Introducing you to our brand new ‘Zoggy Zero’ scheme. Help your child/ren to take their first steps in reading, writing and spelling, with this exciting structured scheme. 7 pages
Plan And Write A Story Called 'The White Fox' (9-14 years)
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Plan And Write A Story Called 'The White Fox' (9-14 years)

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22 pages in length Creative Story Writing work packs cut down preparation time when planning creative writing tasks. Easy to follow, each pack includes an example of how you can build on a title, to first plan a story for 9-12 year olds and then write it. How To Use Your Work Pack: Make sure the child/children know that stories must be planned Read the model story in the pack Ask the child/children to write down the names of the characters in the story Ask the child/children to write down where the setting takes place Ask the child/children to write down what the plot is Identify the most exciting part of the story (the climax of the story or suspense) Ask the child/children to plan a similar story - with a beginning, a middle and an end Ask the child/children to rewrite their own version of the story Ask the child/children to read their version of the story aloud Creative Story Writing work packs are essential for all students wanting to develop their literacy skills and improve their grades in English assignments and examinations. The work packs will guide students through the story writing process, as if they had a tutor by their side. Each pack is designed to help the child with thinking up ideas, providing starting points for writing, structuring and organizing their writing into paragraphs. It features writing a good introduction with characters, setting and plot, building up suspense and winding up the plot with a suitable resolution. Attention is given to making writing more interesting by varying sentence types, using punctuation and good grammar. The student will investigate different narrative structures for writing stories, exploring various viewpoints so they can decide if they write in first or third person. They will learn to evoke mood and atmosphere by using good vocabulary. Each pack includes an exciting range of model answers and sample texts written by children and provides practice questions to test them. Common errors made by students are highlighted and corrected. Each pack contains vital hints and tips on gaining those top grades.
Good King Wenceslas Comprehension (6-9 years)
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Good King Wenceslas Comprehension (6-9 years)

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Read the heart-warming story, based on the Christmas carol Good King Wenceslas and John Mason Neale’s original tale, and answer the comprehension questions. A wonderful activity that will encourage kids, age 6-9, to think about why we give to those less fortunate and the importance of being kind and generous. 18 pages
Christmas Shopping Comprehension and Story Writing Prompt (6-9 years)
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Christmas Shopping Comprehension and Story Writing Prompt (6-9 years)

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Do you enjoy walking round the shops at Christmas? In this Christmas themed pack, you will read a description of what you see in the shops at Christmas that will inspire young children, age 6-9, to write about their own Christmas shopping experiences. It includes a series of comprehension questions and an example story that will encourage kids to write their own. 20 pages
Craft Activity: Design And Decorate A Christmas Room
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Craft Activity: Design And Decorate A Christmas Room

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Design and decorate a Christmas living room. A super fun craft activity for kids that will ignite your child’s imagination and help them get creative. Simply colour your chosen furniture and Christmas decorations, and then, cut them out. Next, arrange all the pieces in the room outline and stick down with glue. Alternatively, you can cut and stick everything first, then colour. Younger children may need help with cutting out and fixing the different elements. It is best to leave a small border when you cut round the more intricate, little pieces; then, when stuck, colour the border to blend the pieces into your design. Be inventive - you can use felt tips, colouring pencils, paint, glitter, sequins, bits of fabric, or felt. Plus, you could design and draw your own furniture, or decorations. We are confident kids will love designing their own Christmas living rooms. Included in this pack (to download and print) is an A4 room outline and eleven A4 pages of furniture and decoration options to cut and stick.
Initial Sounds And Three Letter Words (I Spy A Cat) Pack 1
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Initial Sounds And Three Letter Words (I Spy A Cat) Pack 1

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This is the first set in this fantastic new series. This resource includes: Mission Spelling Zero: Bridging Book 1 Mission Spelling Zero: I Spy A Cat Writing And Comprehension Practice: I Spy A Cat Introducing you to our brand new ‘Mission Spelling Zero’ scheme. Help your child/ren to take their first steps in reading and spelling, with this exciting structured course. Mission Spelling Zero is a series of books in 7 levels, one for each colour of the rainbow, aimed to help young learners gain first reading and spelling skills. First, let me introduce you to a new character that your child/ren will love learning with. He is an innovation – an alien from a distant planet – but a wizard when it comes to his computer skills. There is no problem he cannot solve. Zoggy will introduce your child/ren to the initial sounds - in his own stories and then build on that base, teaching double consonant blends and vowel digraphs. When your child moves up the levels of the rainbow his phonic skills will be a tool that will accelerate future learning ‘Mission Spelling Zero’ also offers a new, exciting series of writing. booklets – so your little learners can practice their hand writing skills, write first sentences and play the games which will consolidate their learning. Let’s start reading and spelling with Mission Spelling Zero. Included in this resource is a work book, accompanying the Mission Spelling Zero story book. The work book provides follow up activities, that build on the phonic sound work taught in the book e.g. reinforcement of letter sounds, tracing and writing letters and words and a simple comprehension, based on the story.
Little House Of Horrors: Make A Poster (And More) (SATS And 11+ Essential Writing Practice) (9-13 )
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Little House Of Horrors: Make A Poster (And More) (SATS And 11+ Essential Writing Practice) (9-13 )

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Be terrified as you make a poster for ‘Little House Of Horrors’. Use words that are fearfully persuasive, containing chilling vocabulary, to give your reader goose bumps. Next, write a story called ‘The Strange Dream’. An essential series of themed prompts to help children aged 9-12 years to practise their creative writing skills for 11 plus entry exams or S.A.T.S. The packs include an outline to help the child plan his or her own story, article, letter or play script and examples to build on, using harder more challenging vocabulary to stretch more able pupils. 7 pages
Fright Night: Write An Article (And More) (SATS And 11+ Essential Writing Practice) 9-13 years
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Fright Night: Write An Article (And More) (SATS And 11+ Essential Writing Practice) 9-13 years

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Read the prompt poem on ‘Fright Night’. Write a spine chilling version to persuade your reader to join the spooky event. Next, write an article reporting on the frightful night, adding fearsome facts and odious opinions An essential series of themed prompts to help children aged 9-12 years to practise their creative writing skills for 11 plus entry exams or S.A.T.S. The packs include an outline to help the child plan his or her own story, article, letter or play script and examples to build on, using harder more challenging vocabulary to stretch more able pupils. 8 pages
Writing And Comprehension Practice: Zoggy At The Zoo (4-8 years)
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Writing And Comprehension Practice: Zoggy At The Zoo (4-8 years)

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This book is a companion book for Mission Spelling Zero Book: Zoggy At The Zoo. This resource should only be purchased if your child/children have access to Zoggy At The Zoo, in green level of the Mission Spelling Zero scheme. Download here: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/long-vowel-sounds-magic-e-and-vowel-digraphs-zoggy-at-the-zoo-12179488 This work book provides follow up activities, that build on the phonic sound work taught in this book e.g. reinforcement of letter sounds, tracing and writing letters and words, spellings to learn and a simple comprehension, based on the story. … Introducing you to our brand new ‘Mission Spelling Zero’ scheme. Help your child/ren to take their first steps in reading and spelling, with this exciting structured course. Mission Spelling Zero is a series of books in 7 levels, one for each colour of the rainbow, aimed to help young learners gain first reading and spelling skills. First, let me introduce you to a new character that your child/ren will love learning with. He is an innovation – an alien from a distant planet – but a wizard when it comes to his computer skills. There is no problem he cannot solve. Zoggy will introduce your child/ren to the initial sounds - in his own stories and then build on that base, teaching double consonant blends and vowel digraphs. When your child moves up the levels of the rainbow his phonic skills will be a tool that will accelerate future learning. ‘Mission Spelling Zero’ also offers a new, exciting series of writing booklets – so your little learners can practice their hand writing skills, write first sentences and play the games which will consolidate their learning. Let’s start reading and spelling with Mission Spelling Zero. 24 pages
Writing And Comprehension Practice: Zoggy At The Garden Centre (4-8 years)
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Writing And Comprehension Practice: Zoggy At The Garden Centre (4-8 years)

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This book is a companion book for Mission Spelling Zero Book: Zoggy At The Garden Centre. This resource should only be purchased if your child/children have access to Zoggy At The Garden Centre, in green level of the Mission Spelling Zero scheme. Download here: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/long-vowel-sounds-magic-e-and-vowel-digraphs-zoggy-at-the-garden-centre-12179524 This work book provides follow up activities, that build on the phonic sound work taught in this book e.g. reinforcement of letter sounds, tracing and writing letters and words, spellings to learn and a simple comprehension, based on the story. … Introducing you to our brand new ‘Mission Spelling Zero’ scheme. Help your child/ren to take their first steps in reading and spelling, with this exciting structured course. Mission Spelling Zero is a series of books in 7 levels, one for each colour of the rainbow, aimed to help young learners gain first reading and spelling skills. First, let me introduce you to a new character that your child/ren will love learning with. He is an innovation – an alien from a distant planet – but a wizard when it comes to his computer skills. There is no problem he cannot solve. Zoggy will introduce your child/ren to the initial sounds - in his own stories and then build on that base, teaching double consonant blends and vowel digraphs. When your child moves up the levels of the rainbow his phonic skills will be a tool that will accelerate future learning. ‘Mission Spelling Zero’ also offers a new, exciting series of writing booklets – so your little learners can practice their hand writing skills, write first sentences and play the games which will consolidate their learning. Let’s start reading and spelling with Mission Spelling Zero. 27 pages
Writing And Comprehension Practice: Zoggy Is Lost (4-8 years)
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Writing And Comprehension Practice: Zoggy Is Lost (4-8 years)

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This book is a companion book for Mission Spelling Zero Book: Zoggy Is Lost. This resource should only be purchased if your child/children have access to Zoggy Is Lost, in green level of the Mission Spelling Zero scheme. Download here: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/long-vowel-sounds-magic-e-and-vowel-digraphs-zoggy-is-lost-12179499 This work book provides follow up activities, that build on the phonic sound work taught in this book e.g. reinforcement of letter sounds, tracing and writing letters and words, spellings to learn and a simple comprehension, based on the story. … Introducing you to our brand new ‘Mission Spelling Zero’ scheme. Help your child/ren to take their first steps in reading and spelling, with this exciting structured course. Mission Spelling Zero is a series of books in 7 levels, one for each colour of the rainbow, aimed to help young learners gain first reading and spelling skills. First, let me introduce you to a new character that your child/ren will love learning with. He is an innovation – an alien from a distant planet – but a wizard when it comes to his computer skills. There is no problem he cannot solve. Zoggy will introduce your child/ren to the initial sounds - in his own stories and then build on that base, teaching double consonant blends and vowel digraphs. When your child moves up the levels of the rainbow his phonic skills will be a tool that will accelerate future learning. ‘Mission Spelling Zero’ also offers a new, exciting series of writing booklets – so your little learners can practice their hand writing skills, write first sentences and play the games which will consolidate their learning. Let’s start reading and spelling with Mission Spelling Zero. 24 pages
Writing And Comprehension Practice: Zoggy In The Lion Pen (4-8 years)
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Writing And Comprehension Practice: Zoggy In The Lion Pen (4-8 years)

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This book is a companion book for Mission Spelling Zero Book: Zoggy In The Lion Pen. This resource should only be purchased if your child/children have access to Zoggy In The Lion Pen, in green level of the Mission Spelling Zero scheme. Download here: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/long-vowel-sounds-magic-e-and-vowel-digraphs-zoggy-in-the-lion-pen-12178954 This work book provides follow up activities, that build on the phonic sound work taught in this book e.g. reinforcement of letter sounds, tracing and writing letters and words, spellings to learn and a simple comprehension, based on the story. … Introducing you to our brand new ‘Mission Spelling Zero’ scheme. Help your child/ren to take their first steps in reading and spelling, with this exciting structured course. Mission Spelling Zero is a series of books in 7 levels, one for each colour of the rainbow, aimed to help young learners gain first reading and spelling skills. First, let me introduce you to a new character that your child/ren will love learning with. He is an innovation – an alien from a distant planet – but a wizard when it comes to his computer skills. There is no problem he cannot solve. Zoggy will introduce your child/ren to the initial sounds - in his own stories and then build on that base, teaching double consonant blends and vowel digraphs. When your child moves up the levels of the rainbow his phonic skills will be a tool that will accelerate future learning ‘Mission Spelling Zero’ also offers a new, exciting series of writing booklets – so your little learners can practice their hand writing skills, write first sentences and play the games which will consolidate their learning. Let’s start reading and spelling with Mission Spelling Zero. 24 pages
Writing And Comprehension Practice: Let’s Go On A Ride (4-8 years)
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Writing And Comprehension Practice: Let’s Go On A Ride (4-8 years)

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This book is a companion book for Mission Spelling Zero Book: Lets Go On A Ride. This resource should only be purchased if your child/children have access to Lets Go On A Ride, in green level of the Mission Spelling Zero scheme. Download here: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/long-vowel-sounds-magic-e-and-vowel-digraphs-let-s-go-on-a-ride-12179506 This work book provides follow up activities, that build on the phonic sound work taught in this book e.g. reinforcement of letter sounds, tracing and writing letters and words, spellings to learn and a simple comprehension, based on the story. … Introducing you to our brand new ‘Mission Spelling Zero’ scheme. Help your child/ren to take their first steps in reading and spelling, with this exciting structured course. Mission Spelling Zero is a series of books in 7 levels, one for each colour of the rainbow, aimed to help young learners gain first reading and spelling skills. First, let me introduce you to a new character that your child/ren will love learning with. He is an innovation – an alien from a distant planet – but a wizard when it comes to his computer skills. There is no problem he cannot solve. Zoggy will introduce your child/ren to the initial sounds - in his own stories and then build on that base, teaching double consonant blends and vowel digraphs. When your child moves up the levels of the rainbow his phonic skills will be a tool that will accelerate future learning. ‘Mission Spelling Zero’ also offers a new, exciting series of writing booklets – so your little learners can practice their hand writing skills, write first sentences and play the games which will consolidate their learning. Let’s start reading and spelling with Mission Spelling Zero. 27 pages
Writing And Comprehension Practice: Zoggy, Dan And The Dog (4-8 years)
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Writing And Comprehension Practice: Zoggy, Dan And The Dog (4-8 years)

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This book is a companion book for Mission Spelling Book: Zoggy, Dan And The Dog. This resource should only be purchased if your child/children have access to Zoggy, Dan And The Dog, in indigo level of the Mission Spelling Zero scheme. Download here: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/initial-consonant-blends-and-digraphs-zoggy-dan-and-the-dog-12073639 This work book provides follow up activities, that build on the phonic sound work taught in this book e.g. reinforcement of letter sounds, tracing and writing letters and words and a simple comprehension, based on the story. … Introducing you to our brand new ‘Mission Spelling Zero’ scheme. Help your child/ren to take their first steps in reading and spelling, with this exciting structured course. Mission Spelling Zero is a series of books in 7 levels, one for each colour of the rainbow, aimed to help young learners gain first reading and spelling skills. First, let me introduce you to a new character that your child/ren will love learning with. He is an innovation – an alien from a distant planet – but a wizard when it comes to his computer skills. There is no problem he cannot solve. Zoggy will introduce your child/ren to the initial sounds - in his own stories and then build on that base, teaching double consonant blends and vowel digraphs. When your child moves up the levels of the rainbow his phonic skills will be a tool that will accelerate future learning ‘Mission Spelling Zero’ also offers a new, exciting series of writing booklets – so your little learners can practice their hand writing skills, write first sentences and play the games which will consolidate their learning. Let’s start reading and spelling with Mission Spelling Zero. 9 pages
Writing And Comprehension Practice: Zoggy Can Fly In His Craft (4-8 years)
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Writing And Comprehension Practice: Zoggy Can Fly In His Craft (4-8 years)

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This book is a companion book for Mission Spelling Book: Zoggy Can Fly In His Craft. This resource should only be purchased if your child/children have access to Zoggy Can Fly In His Craft, in indigo level of the Mission Spelling Zero scheme. Download here: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/initial-consonant-blends-and-digraphs-zoggy-can-fly-in-his-craft-12073636 This work book provides follow up activities, that build on the phonic sound work taught in this book e.g. reinforcement of letter sounds, tracing and writing letters and words and a simple comprehension, based on the story. … Introducing you to our brand new ‘Mission Spelling Zero’ scheme. Help your child/ren to take their first steps in reading and spelling, with this exciting structured course. Mission Spelling Zero is a series of books in 7 levels, one for each colour of the rainbow, aimed to help young learners gain first reading and spelling skills. First, let me introduce you to a new character that your child/ren will love learning with. He is an innovation – an alien from a distant planet – but a wizard when it comes to his computer skills. There is no problem he cannot solve. Zoggy will introduce your child/ren to the initial sounds - in his own stories and then build on that base, teaching double consonant blends and vowel digraphs. When your child moves up the levels of the rainbow his phonic skills will be a tool that will accelerate future learning ‘Mission Spelling Zero’ also offers a new, exciting series of writing booklets – so your little learners can practice their hand writing skills, write first sentences and play the games which will consolidate their learning. Let’s start reading and spelling with Mission Spelling Zero. 9 pages
Writing And Comprehension Practice: Zoggy Watches The Penguins (4-8 years)
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Writing And Comprehension Practice: Zoggy Watches The Penguins (4-8 years)

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This book is a companion book for Mission Spelling Book: Zoggy Watches The Penguins. This resource should only be purchased if your child/children have access to Zoggy Watches The Penguins, in indigo level of the Mission Spelling Zero scheme. Download here: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/initial-consonant-blends-and-digraphs-zoggy-watches-the-penguins-12073619 This work book provides follow up activities, that build on the phonic sound work taught in this book e.g. reinforcement of letter sounds, tracing and writing letters and words and a simple comprehension, based on the story. … Introducing you to our brand new ‘Mission Spelling Zero’ scheme. Help your child/ren to take their first steps in reading and spelling, with this exciting structured course. Mission Spelling Zero is a series of books in 7 levels, one for each colour of the rainbow, aimed to help young learners gain first reading and spelling skills. First, let me introduce you to a new character that your child/ren will love learning with. He is an innovation – an alien from a distant planet – but a wizard when it comes to his computer skills. There is no problem he cannot solve. Zoggy will introduce your child/ren to the initial sounds - in his own stories and then build on that base, teaching double consonant blends and vowel digraphs. When your child moves up the levels of the rainbow his phonic skills will be a tool that will accelerate future learning ‘Mission Spelling Zero’ also offers a new, exciting series of writing booklets – so your little learners can practice their hand writing skills, write first sentences and play the games which will consolidate their learning. Let’s start reading and spelling with Mission Spelling Zero. 9 pages
Writing And Comprehension Practice: Where Is Dan (4-8 years)
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Writing And Comprehension Practice: Where Is Dan (4-8 years)

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This book is a companion book for Mission Spelling Book: Where Is Dan? This resource should only be purchased if your child/children have access to Where Is Dan? in indigo level of the Mission Spelling Zero scheme. Download here: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/initial-consonant-blends-and-consonant-digraphs-where-is-dan-12073631 This work book provides follow up activities, that build on the phonic sound work taught in this book e.g. reinforcement of letter sounds, tracing and writing letters and words and a simple comprehension, based on the story. … Introducing you to our brand new ‘Mission Spelling Zero’ scheme. Help your child/ren to take their first steps in reading and spelling, with this exciting structured course. Mission Spelling Zero is a series of books in 7 levels, one for each colour of the rainbow, aimed to help young learners gain first reading and spelling skills. First, let me introduce you to a new character that your child/ren will love learning with. He is an innovation – an alien from a distant planet – but a wizard when it comes to his computer skills. There is no problem he cannot solve. Zoggy will introduce your child/ren to the initial sounds - in his own stories and then build on that base, teaching double consonant blends and vowel digraphs. When your child moves up the levels of the rainbow his phonic skills will be a tool that will accelerate future learning ‘Mission Spelling Zero’ also offers a new, exciting series of writing booklets – so your little learners can practice their hand writing skills, write first sentences and play the games which will consolidate their learning. Let’s start reading and spelling with Mission Spelling Zero. 9 pages