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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.

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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.
Free Phonics Lesson Diphthong au | Level A Unit 3
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Free Phonics Lesson Diphthong au | Level A Unit 3

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Looking for an effective way to help your students read words with diphthongs? Our free phonics lesson for the diphthong au is the perfect solution! Taken from Super Advanced Phonics Level A Unit 3, this lesson has been expertly crafted by an experienced educator and is designed specifically for learners who are being introduced to diphthongs. Through a series of engaging activities and worksheets, your students will quickly grasp the sound for the diphthong au, building the foundation for confident and fluent reading. And the best part? This lesson is completely free and easily accessible online, so you can start your students’ learning journey right away with no cost to you. There’s no better way to give your students the gift of literacy and help them achieve their full potential. Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to set your students up for success in reading and beyond. Download this free phonics lesson today and watch your students’ confidence soar! 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. Terms of Use: 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. Questions? Email me at: pplumer@waltzingblossomliteracy.com Thanks for stopping by! Paula Plumer
Free Children's eBook | Learning to Read
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Free Children's eBook | Learning to Read

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Learning to read can be a challenging journey, but with the right resources, it can also be an exciting and rewarding one. Introducing our free eBook for children, designed to help young readers unlock the basics of reading while exploring the history and evolution of reading and writing. This eBook is written in simple language that children can easily understand and is perfect for sharing with kids of all ages, but especially those who may be finding reading more challenging than others. Inside, you’ll find an engaging and informative resource that even explains why reading can be difficult for some people. In addition to the eBook, we’re also offering a range of related free resources to help children learn to read with phonics, including a free board game with CVC word cards, free phonics flashcards, and free phonics lessons. Plus, we’re committed to keeping our products affordable and accessible, which is why we offer a 20% discount on all our products on the 20th of every month. So, whether you’re a parent, teacher, or caregiver, don’t miss out on this fantastic free resource for children learning to read. Download our eBook today and help your young readers unlock the magic of reading! What Educators Are Saying: “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!” – Casey K. File Type: PDF File - 12 pages Terms of Use: 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. Questions? Email me at: pplumer@waltzingblossomliteracy.com Thanks for stopping by! Paula Plumer
Free Phonics Lesson | Short a
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Free Phonics Lesson | Short a

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Looking to improve your child’s reading skills? Look no further than our free phonics lesson for the short a sound! Designed by an experienced educator, this engaging and interactive lesson is perfect for young learners who are just starting to explore the world of reading. Through a combination of fun activities and simple exercises, your child will quickly master the fundamentals of CVC words with the short a sound, setting them on a path towards confident and fluent reading. Our free phonics lesson for the short a sound is fully accessible online, meaning you can start your child’s learning journey from the comfort of your own home. And with no cost to you, there’s no better way to give your child the gift of literacy. So why wait? Download it today and give your child the tools they need to succeed in reading and beyond! This Download Includes • 1 scripted lesson plan • 2 printable worksheets • 1 letter a printable visual • 6 sound flash cards This lesson was taken from the Foundational Phonics Level 1 Unit. The Foundational Phonics curriculum was written to cover the Common Core State Standards, including those in phonemic awareness, sound and letter correspondence, encoding, decoding, concepts of print, fluency, and comprehension. CCSS Covered in this Lesson CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RF.K.3.B Associate the long and short sounds with the common spelling (graphemes) for the five major vowels. CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RF.K.2.D Isolate and pronounce the initial, medial vowel, and final sounds (phonemes) in three-phoneme words. **What Teachers Are Saying About Foundational Phonics ** “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." - Maria V. Questions or Thoughts Email me at: pplumer@waltzingblossomliteracy.com Thanks for stopping by! Paula Plumer
Free Phonics Flash Cards 1 | Alphabet & Words
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Free Phonics Flash Cards 1 | Alphabet & Words

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Introducing the Free Phonics Flash Cards 1 - a comprehensive set of alphabet sound cards designed to help children learn the fundamental building blocks of reading and writing. This set includes letter/sound cards, early word cards, and sight word cards from the Level 1 Unit of the Foundational Phonics curriculum. It’s perfect for educators looking to teach phoneme/grapheme correspondences and beginning high frequency words to their students. But don’t just take our word for it! Here’s what one of our satisfied educators had to say: “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!” - Casey K. The Foundational Phonics curriculum was originally developed to cover learning targets from the Common Core Standards with general education first grade students. It focuses on phonemic awareness, sound and letter correspondences, encoding, decoding, concepts of print, fluency, and comprehension. And, it aligns with the current recommendations supported by the Science of Reading research. These flash cards can be used in a variety of settings, including whole group instruction, small group lessons, one-on-one tutoring, remedial interventions, and even as part of a homeschool curriculum. Ready to see for yourself how effective these flash cards can be? Try a free lesson by downloading the** Free Phonics Lesson | Short A**. Start your child on the path to reading and writing success with Free Phonics Flash Cards 1. 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). File Type: pdf - 9 pages Terms of Use: 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. Questions? Email me at: pplumer@waltzingblossomliteracy.com Thanks so much, Paula Plumer
Free Phonics Lesson | Floss Spelling Pattern
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Free Phonics Lesson | Floss Spelling Pattern

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Unlock the power of phonics and help your young learners become confident readers with this Free Phonics Lesson - Floss Spelling Pattern! This lesson is designed to introduce students to the Floss spelling pattern, which occurs when the consonants f, l, s, and z are doubled after short vowels. Aligned with the Science of Reading research, this step-by-step lesson contains activities for letter/sound correspondence, phoneme segmenting, decoding words, and spelling practice. Whether you’re a classroom teacher, a homeschooling parent, or a tutor, this lesson is perfect for use with whole groups, small groups, or one-on-one instruction. This free download includes a scripted lesson plan, two printable worksheets, and three printable visuals to display. The lesson also incorporates Free Phonics Flash Cards 1, which can be downloaded from the Waltzing Blossom Literacy store. Don’t just take our word for it - teachers are raving about the effectiveness of Foundational Phonics in their classrooms. One satisfied teacher said, “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.” This lesson was taken from the Foundational Phonics Level 2 Unit, which was written to cover the Common Core State Standards, including those in phonemic awareness, sound and letter correspondence, encoding, decoding, concepts of print, fluency, and comprehension. So what are you waiting for? Download your Free Phonics Lesson - Floss Spelling Pattern today and start building the foundational reading skills that will set your students on the path to reading success! CCSS Covered in this Lesson: CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RF.1.2.D Segment spoken single-syllable words into their complete sequence of individual sounds. CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RF.1.3.B Decode regularly spelled one-syllable words. CCSS.ELA-Literacy.L.1.2.E Spell untaught words phonetically, drawing on phonemic awareness and spelling conventions. File Type: pdf - 10 pages Terms of Use: 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. **Questions or Comments: ** Email me at pplumer@waltzingblossomliteracy.com Thanks for stopping by! Paula Plumer
Free Sentence Mechanics Reminder Poster
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Free Sentence Mechanics Reminder Poster

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Introducing the Free Sentence Mechanics Reminder Poster - the perfect tool for helping young writers master the basics of sentence construction! Designed as an anchor chart, mini-poster, or printable diagram, this sign is an essential addition to any early writing classroom. Featuring proofreading reminders for capital letters, spaces between words, correct spelling, and ending punctuation, the Free Sentence Mechanics Reminder Poster is an ideal resource for teachers looking to help their students improve their writing skills. Whether you’re introducing your class to sentence structure for the first time, or you’re looking to reinforce important concepts throughout the school year, this poster is the perfect visual aid. And don’t just take our word for it - educators across the country are raving about the effectiveness of this tool in their classrooms. One satisfied teacher 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!” So why wait? Download your Free Sentence Mechanics Reminder Poster today and start helping your students become better writers! Common Core State Standards: CCSS.ELA- Literacy.L.1.2 Demonstrate command of the conventions of standard English capitalization, punctuation, and spelling when writing. File Type: pdf - 3 pages Terms of Use: 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. Questions? Email me at: pplumer@waltzingblossomliteracy.com Thanks so much, Paula Plumer
Free Phonics Flash Cards 4 | Silent e
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Free Phonics Flash Cards 4 | Silent e

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Looking for free phonics flashcards for your students? Look no further than the Free Phonics Flash Cards 4 set from Foundational Phonics! These flashcards cover silent e, three letter blends, early words, and sight words from the Level 4 Unit of the curriculum. These flashcards are perfect for teaching phoneme/grapheme correspondences and beginning high frequency words to students. These flashcards are a great addition to any phonics curriculum, and they’re completely free! Download them today and start using them in your classroom or homeschool. And don’t just take our word for it, here’s what one educator had to say: “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!” - Casey K. Common Core State Standards: CCSSRF.1.3a Know the spelling-sound correspondences for common consonant digraphs. 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. File Type: pdf - 6 pages Terms of Use: 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. Questions? Email me at: pplumer@waltzingblossomliteracy.com Thanks so much, Paula Plumer
Free Phonics Lesson | Vowel Team ee
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Free Phonics Lesson | Vowel Team ee

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Are you looking for a fun and effective way to teach your students the Vowel Team ee sound? Look no further! Our free phonics lesson, extracted from Foundational Phonics Unit 5, is here to help your young learners master this important long vowel digraph sound. Crafted by an experienced educator, this lesson is specifically designed to engage and captivate young minds, laying a strong foundation for confident and fluent reading. This download includes a meticulously scripted lesson plan, two interactive worksheets, and five visually appealing printable mini posters. Each component has been thoughtfully created to make learning enjoyable and effective as well as to align with the Science of Reading best practices. The best part? This phonics lesson is free and easily accessible online. By taking advantage of this opportunity, you’re giving your students the gift of literacy and setting them up for success in reading and beyond. Download our free phonics lesson today and witness the magic of learning unfold before your eyes. Watch as your students’ confidence soars, their reading skills flourish, and their love for learning grows. Start their educational adventure now! 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.” -Maria V. 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. File Type: pdf - 13 pages Terms of Use: 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. Questions? Email me at: pplumer@waltzingblossomliteracy.com Thanks so much, Paula Plumer
Free Phonics Flash Cards 5 | Long A, E, and I Vowel Teams
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Free Phonics Flash Cards 5 | Long A, E, and I Vowel Teams

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Looking for a free and effective way to help your students master their phonics skills? Look no further than Free Phonics Flash Cards 5 - Long A, E, and I Vowel Teams from Foundational Phonics! These flash cards feature the vowel team cards, early word cards, and sight word cards from the Level 5 Unit of the Foundational Phonics curriculum. Whether you’re teaching phoneme/grapheme correspondences or beginning high frequency words, these flash cards are an invaluable resource. And because they were developed to cover learning targets from the Common Core State Standards, you can rest assured that they will be helpful. Educators rave about the quality of the resources from Foundational Phonics, with one saying “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!” And with the FREE PHONICS LESSON: MASTER THE VOWEL TEAM EE SOUND available for free download, you can try out a lesson before committing to the full curriculum. So why wait? Download Free Phonics Flash Cards 5 - Long A, E, and I Vowel Teams today and watch your students’ phonics skills soar! Common Core State Standards: 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. File Type: pdf - 5 pages Terms of Use: 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. Questions? Email me at: pplumer@waltzingblossomliteracy.com Thanks so much, Paula Plumer
Free Phonics Flash Cards 6 | Long O and U Vowel Teams
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Free Phonics Flash Cards 6 | Long O and U Vowel Teams

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Looking for a cost-effective and high-quality resource to boost your students’ phonics skills? Look no further than Free Phonics Flash Cards 6 - Long O and U Vowel Teams from Foundational Phonics! These flashcards are designed to help students master phoneme/grapheme correspondences and high frequency words, with six vowel team cards and six high frequency word cards included. Not only are these flash cards based on the Common Core State Standards, but they’re also free to download! And with the Free Phonics Lesson: Master the Vowel Team oa Sound as well, you can get a taste of the high-quality resources that Foundational Phonics provides. Teachers everywhere are raving about the effectiveness of these resources, with one saying, “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!” So why wait? Download Free Phonics Flash Cards 6 - Long O and U Vowel Teams today and give your students the boost they need to become successful readers! Common Core State Standards: 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. File Type: pdf - 4 pages Terms of Use: 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. Questions? Email me at: pplumer@waltzingblossomliteracy.com Thanks for stopping by, Paula Plumer
Free Phonics Lesson | Vowel Team oa
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Free Phonics Lesson | Vowel Team oa

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Looking for an effective way to help your students improve their reading skills? Our free phonics lesson for the vowel team oa sound is the perfect solution! Taken from Foundational Phonics Unit 6, this lesson has been expertly crafted by an experienced educator and is designed specifically for young learners who are exploring long vowel digraph sounds. Through a series of engaging exercises and activities, your students will quickly grasp the fundamentals of the vowel team oa, building the foundation for confident and fluent reading. And the best part? Our lesson is completely free and easily accessible online, so you can start your students’ learning journey right away with no cost to you. There’s no better way to give your students the gift of literacy and help them achieve their full potential. Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to set your students up for success in reading and beyond. Download our free phonics lesson today and watch your students’ confidence soar! 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.” -Maria V. Common Core State Standards: CCSSRF.1.2 Demonstrate understanding of spoken words, syllables, and sounds (phonemes). CCSSRF.1.3c Know final -e and common vowel team conventions for representing long vowel sounds. CCSSL.1.2e Spell untaught words phonetically, drawing on phonemic awareness and spelling conventions. File Type: pdf - 11 pages Terms of Use: 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. Questions? Email me at: pplumer@waltzingblossomliteracy.com Thanks for stopping by! Paula Plumer
Free Phonics Flash Cards 7 | ng, nk, and ld
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Free Phonics Flash Cards 7 | ng, nk, and ld

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Supercharge Phonics Skills with Free Phonics Flash Cards 7 - -ng, -nk, -old, and -ild! Are you on the lookout for a cost-effective and top-notch resource to elevate your students’ phonics proficiency? Look no further! Discover the power of Free Phonics Flash Cards 7 from Foundational Phonics—an invaluable tool designed to help your students master phoneme/grapheme correspondences and high-frequency words. What Makes Free Phonics Flash Cards 7 Exceptional? Comprehensive Coverage: Our flashcards cover essential sound cards (-ing, -ang, -ong, -ung, -ink, -ank, -onk, -unk, -old, and -ild) and six high-frequency word cards (water, people, down, been, now, and any). Prepare your students for phonics success with these comprehensive resources. Common Core Aligned: Rest assured that these flashcards are crafted to align with the Common Core State Standards, ensuring they meet the highest educational standards. Cost-Free: Yes, you read that right! These flash cards are free to download, providing a budget-friendly solution without compromising on quality. But that’s not all! We offer even more value with our Free Phonics Lesson: Master the -ng Consonant Digraph Sound. It’s a sneak peek into the high-quality resources that Foundational Phonics is renowned for. Educators everywhere are singing praises about the efficacy of these resources. Just listen to what one teacher had to say: “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!” Don’t miss out on this golden opportunity to enhance your students’ reading potential. Download Free Phonics Flash Cards 7 today and watch as your students soar towards becoming successful readers! Join the growing community of educators benefiting from Foundational Phonics resources. Witness the transformative impact these flashcards have on your students’ phonics journey. Act now and give your students the boost they need to unlock a world of reading possibilities. Embrace the power of Free Phonics Flash Cards 7 and set your students on the path to phonics greatness! Common Core State Standards: CCSSRF.1.3a Know the spelling-sound correspondences for common consonant digraphs. CCSSRF.1.3g Recognize and read grade-appropriate irregularly spelled words. File Type: PDF – 5 pages Terms of Use: 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. Questions? Email me at: pplumer@waltzingblossomliteracy.com Thanks for stopping by! Paula Plumer
Free Phonics Lesson | Digraph ng
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Free Phonics Lesson | Digraph ng

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Are you searching for an effective way to boost your students’ reading skills? Look no further! Our free phonics lesson for the -ng sound is the ultimate solution to help your young learners explore -ing, -ang, -ong, and -ung consonant digraph sounds. Plus, this lesson includes a phonological awareness activity for alliteration. Crafted with expertise by an experienced educator, this lesson is a valuable excerpt from Foundational Phonics Unit 7. Designed specifically for young learners, the -ng Consonant Digraph Sounds lesson engages students with exciting exercises and activities. Watch as your students quickly grasp the fundamentals of these sounds, setting the stage for confident and fluent reading. The best part? This lesson is completely free and easily accessible online! Start your students’ learning journey right away without any cost to you. There’s no better way to gift your students with literacy and help them unlock their full potential. Embrace the transformative power of this incredible opportunity to set your students up for success in reading and beyond. Download our free phonics lesson today and witness your students’ confidence soar! 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.” - Maria V. Join the ranks of satisfied educators who have witnessed remarkable improvements in their students’ reading abilities. Don’t let this golden opportunity pass you by! Take the first step towards nurturing lifelong learners and confident readers. Download our free phonics lesson and embark on an enriching reading journey with your students. Common Core State Standards: CCSSRF.1.2 Demonstrate understanding of spoken words, syllables, and sounds (phonemes). CCSSRF.1.3a Know the spelling-sound correspondences for common consonant digraphs. CCSSRF.1.3b Decode regularly spelled one-syllable words. File Type: PDF – 11 pages Terms of Use: 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. Questions? Email me at: pplumer@waltzingblossomliteracy.com Thanks for stopping by! Paula Plumer
Free Phonics Flash Cards 8 | R-Controlled Vowels er, ir, ur, ar & or
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Free Phonics Flash Cards 8 | R-Controlled Vowels er, ir, ur, ar & or

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Looking for a powerful tool to reinforce essential phonics skills effortlessly? Look no further! Our Free Phonics Flash Cards 8 are here to supercharge daily phonics practice for teachers, parents, and tutors. And the best part? They’re absolutely FREE! What’s Inside? R-Controlled Sounds: Master the subtleties of r-controlled vowel sounds – er, ir, ur, ar & or – with these engaging flash cards. High-Frequency Words: Elevate your vocabulary with high-frequency word cards, including new, work, place, only, every, and through. These words are the building blocks of fluent reading. Daily Phonics Practice: Incorporate these flash cards into your daily routine to reinforce phonics skills and boost reading fluency effortlessly. Ideal for Educators: Teachers, these flash cards are a valuable addition to your teaching resources, enhancing phonics instruction in the classroom. Perfect for Parents: Parents can empower their children with phonics practice at home, fostering a love for reading and language. Great for Tutors: Tutors, utilize these flash cards to provide targeted phonics support to your students, helping them excel in their reading journey. Absolutely FREE: Yes, you read that right! Access these powerful phonics tools at no cost – a gift to educators, parents, and learners everywhere. Transform Learning: Elevate phonics skills, expand vocabulary, and make daily practice engaging and effective with Free Phonics Flash Cards 8. Watch as phonics mastery becomes second nature and reading fluency soars. Start your phonics journey for FREE today! Check out the Foundational Phonics Level 8 Unit for scripted lessons teaching the r-controlled vowel digraph sounds! Common Core State Standards: CCSSRF.1.3 Know and apply grade-level phonics and word analysis skills in decoding words. CCSSRF.1.3g Recognize and read grade-appropriate irregularly spelled words. File Type: PDF – 4 pages Terms of Use: 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. Questions? Email me at: pplumer@waltzingblossomliteracy.com Thanks for stopping by! Paula Plumer
Free Phonics Lesson | Compound Words
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Free Phonics Lesson | Compound Words

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Are you ready to take your students’ reading skills to the next level and unlock the exciting world of compound words? Look no further than our Free Phonics Lesson: Master Compound Words. Created by a seasoned reading teacher with an impressive 38 years of experience, this lesson is your ultimate tool for phonics excellence. What’s Included? Scripted Lesson Plan: Say goodbye to the guesswork and hello to easy, step-by-step instruction. Our meticulously crafted lesson plan will make teaching phonics a breeze. Visual Aids: Bring compound words to life with two vibrant visuals that will captivate your students’ attention and enhance their understanding. Student Worksheets: Make phonics practice enjoyable and effective with our two printable worksheets. Your students will have a blast while reinforcing their learning. Flash Cards: Master the “all” sound as part of this comprehensive lesson. Our flashcards will solidify your students’ grasp on this crucial phonics concept. Aligned with Research: Rest assured knowing that this lesson is backed by the latest Science of Reading research. Your students will receive the highest quality education possible. Common Core Aligned: Set a strong educational foundation by aligning your teaching with the Common Core State Standards for first grade foundational skills. Versatile Instruction: Whether you’re teaching a whole group, small group, or providing one-on-one instruction, this lesson seamlessly adapts to your needs. It’s the perfect resource for any teaching environment. Experienced Craftsmanship: This lesson has been expertly crafted by an experienced educator with nearly four decades of teaching experience. You can trust that it reflects the best practices in teaching children to read. Completely FREE: Yes, you read that right! This valuable sample lesson is yours to access without any cost. It’s an invaluable resource for educators and parents alike, providing endless possibilities for enhancing reading skills. Experience the Difference: Immerse your students in phonics excellence with our Free Phonics Lesson. Watch as they conquer compound words and embark on an exciting reading journey. Start your journey to reading success today with this FREE lesson and open the doors to a world of reading possibilities! Common Core State Standards: 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. CCSSL.1.2e Spell untaught words phonetically, drawing on phonemic awareness and spelling conventions. File Type: PDF – 10 pages Terms of Use: 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. Questions? Email me at: pplumer@waltzingblossomliteracy.com Thanks for stopping by! Paula Plumer
Free Foundational Phonics Scope & Sequence
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Free Foundational Phonics Scope & Sequence

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Are you teaching beginning readers and wondering where to start? Let the Foundational Phonics Scope & Sequence be your roadmap. From simple CVC words to more complex multisyllabic words, your students will have a clear pathway to success. Not only will this resource save you time and effort in planning, but it will also help ensure that you are covering all the Common Core State Standards in 1st grade for Foundational Skills. What sets this free scope & sequence apart from the rest is its carefully designed lesson progression created by a reading teacher with 38 years of experience. Each lesson is strategically placed to create a structured and systematic flow of learning, allowing your students to build upon their knowledge and skills with ease. With a focus on phonics, this comprehensive scope & sequence covers everything from CVC words to consonant digraphs, consonant blends, silent e, vowel teams, 3-letter blends, r-controlled vowels, and even early multisyllabic words. How can the FREE Foundational Phonics Scope & Sequence be used? Explore the Foundational Phonics curriculum before purchasing it. Use the links in this product to download and try some of the free resources! Ensure you are covering the 1st grade CCSS Reading Standards for Foundational Skills by using it as a checklist. Identify phonics lessons you can add to your current curriculum program to fill any gaps and enhance students’ learning. Follow the comprehensive lesson sequence to create your own phonics curriculum incorporating the free resources linked within this resource. Whether you’re a general education teacher, a remedial specialist, or a homeschool educator, this resource outlines all the essential beginning phonics skills your students need to start their reading journey. So why wait? Watch as your students become confident readers, equipped with the essential phonics skills they need to succeed. Download your free copy of the Foundational Phonics Scope & Sequence now! File Type: PDF - 16 pages Terms of Use: 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. Questions? Email me at: pplumer@waltzingblossomliteracy.com Thanks for stopping by! Paula Plumer
Free Phonics Flash Cards 9 | all, igh, ey, ie, y & ly
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Free Phonics Flash Cards 9 | all, igh, ey, ie, y & ly

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Introducing our incredible Free Phonics Flash Cards 9! This power-packed set is designed to supercharge your students’ reading skills and phonics knowledge. With a focus on 1st grade level skills, these flash cards are the perfect tool to help your students master essential phonics sounds. They cover a range of sounds including all, igh, ey and ie, as well as the suffixes y, and ly, ensuring a comprehensive learning experience. But that’s not all - these flash cards also include high frequency words that are crucial for reading fluency. Your students will become familiar with words like picture, does, goes, year, again, and move, giving them a solid foundation in sight word recognition. And the best part? These flash cards are absolutely free! You can even print them out from the comfort of your own home, making learning accessible and convenient. So don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to supercharge your students’ reading skills. Get your hands on our Free Phonics Flash Cards 9 today and watch your students soar to new heights in reading and phonics mastery! Common Core State Standards: 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. File Type: PDF – 4 pages Terms of Use: 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. Questions? Email me at: pplumer@waltzingblossomliteracy.com Thanks for stopping by! Paula Plumer
Free Phonics Sounds Test | Grapheme-Phoneme Correspondences
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Free Phonics Sounds Test | Grapheme-Phoneme Correspondences

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Are you a first grade, second grade, or intervention teacher looking for a simple and effective way to check if your students have mastered the letter-sound correspondences in the Common Core State Standards for foundational skills? If so, the Super Advanced Phonics FREE SOUNDS TEST is just what you’re looking for. This resource assesses students’ knowledge of the grapheme-phoneme correspondences for single consonants, consonant digraphs, consonant blends, short vowels, long vowels, vowel teams, and r-controlled vowels! How can this resource be used? As a screening assessment to determine if Super Advanced Phonics is a good fit for your students As a post-test for first graders or students finishing Foundational Phonics As a pretest for second graders to assess their mastery of the first grade CCSS for foundational skills in reading As a quick assessment to learn more about students who may need additional support Super Advanced Phonics is a reading curriculum written by a veteran reading teacher and former district curriculum writer to cover the 2nd and 3rd grade Common Core State Standards in foundational skills. This test is designed to help teachers quickly determine any missing skills before beginning instruction and can be used to supplement most phonics programs. Best of all, it’s completely free. Download your copy of the Super Advanced Phonics FREE SOUNDS TEST today and see the difference this assessment can make in your classroom! Common Core State Standards: CCSSRF.K.3a Demonstrate basic knowledge of one-to-one letter-sound correspondences by producing the primary sound or many of the most frequent sounds for each consonant. CCSSRF.K.3b Associate the long and short sounds with common spellings (graphemes) for the five major vowels. CCSSRF.1.3a Know the spelling-sound correspondences for common consonant digraphs. CCSSRF.1.3c Know final -e and common vowel team conventions for representing long vowel sounds. CCSSRF.2.3b Know spelling-sound correspondences for additional common vowel teams. Terms of Use: 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 for stopping by! Paula Plumer
Free Board Game for Sight Words | High Frequency Words
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Free Board Game for Sight Words | High Frequency Words

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Looking to infuse your reading lessons with a bit of fun? Look no further than the Super Advanced Phonics FREE BOARD GAME for high frequency words. With 48 sight word cards and a blank flash card template to add your own words, this printable game will easily integrate into your reading lessons adding an element of excitement and joy. How can the game be used? Center Activities Small Group Guided Reading Remedial Interventions Homeschooling Home Practice The Super Advanced Phonics FREE BOARD GAME was created for 1st and 2nd graders, but it also can be used for kindergarten enrichment or remedial interventions with older students, helping your students to develop a solid foundation in reading. It’s also perfect for parents looking for a way to reinforce their children’s high frequency word learning at home. Hear what educators have to say about our games: “I love all the games you have created. The kids love playing them, and it’s so helpful.” Liz T., 1st grade teacher So don’t miss out on this game-changing opportunity to transform your students’ reading journey. Grab your Super Advance Phonics FREE BOARD GAME today and watch your students enjoy practicing their reading skills! Common Core State Standards: CCSSRF.K.3c Read common high-frequency words by sight (e.g., the, of, to, you, she, my, is, are, do, does). CCSSRF.1.3g Recognize and read grade-appropriate irregularly spelled words. CCSSRF.2.3f Recognize and read grade-appropriate irregularly spelled words. Terms of Use: 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. Questions? Email me at: pplumer@waltzingblossomliteracy.com Thanks for stopping by! Paula Plumer
Free Screening Test | Spelling & Sight Words
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Free Screening Test | Spelling & Sight Words

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Are you a first or second grade teacher looking for a simple and effective way to check if your students have mastered the 1st grade the Common Core State Standards for foundational skills in reading? If so, the Super Advanced Phonics FREE SCREENING TEST is just what you’re looking for. This resource assesses students’ spelling skills covering CVC words to two syllable words and checks high frequency word knowledge too! How can this resource be used? A screening assessment to determine if Super Advanced Phonics is a good fit for your students A post-test for first graders or students finishing Foundational Phonics A pretest for second graders to assess their mastery of the first grade CCSS for foundational skills in reading A quick assessment to learn more about students who may need additional support Super Advanced Phonics is a reading curriculum written by a veteran reading teacher and former district curriculum writer to cover the 2nd and 3rd grade Common Core State Standards in foundational skills. This screening test is designed to allow teachers to quickly determine if Foundational Phonics or Super Advanced Phonics is the best fit for their students. However, it can also be used independent of the programs. Best of all, it’s completely free. Download your copy of the Super Advanced Phonics FREE SCREENING TEST today and see the difference this assessment can make in your classroom! Common Core State Standards: CCSSRF.1.3g Recognize and read grade-appropriate irregularly spelled words. CCSSL.1.2d Use conventional spelling for words with common spelling patterns and for frequently occurring irregular words. CCSSL.1.2e Spell untaught words phonetically, drawing on phonemic awareness and spelling conventions. Terms of Use: 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 for stopping by! Paula Plumer