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.
Looking for an effective way to help your students read words with diphthongs? Our free phonics lesson for the diphthong oo is the perfect solution!
Taken from Super Advanced Phonics Level A Unit 1, 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 exercises and activities, your students will quickly grasp the long sound for the diphthong oo, 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.
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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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Paula Plumer
Looking for a fun and educational way to reinforce decodable words, sight words, and other foundational phonics skills with your early readers? Look no further than this free printable board game!
With its 48 CVC word cards, this board game is perfect for young learners who are just beginning to explore the world of reading. The game board itself is easy to set up and play, with simple rules that will have your students engaged and having fun in no time.
But don’t let the simplicity of the game fool you - this board game is a powerful tool for improving reading skills and reinforcing key concepts. Teachers have already praised the effectiveness of this game in their classrooms, with one reviewer saying, “I love all the games you have created. The kids love playing them and it’s so helpful.”
And with related products like the Foundational Phonics Level 1 Unit, and other literacy games like “Go Fish” Digraphs and Trigraphs and “I Have, Who Has?” Consonant Blends, you’ll have everything you need to support your students’ literacy development.
So why wait? Download this free CVC Words Board Game today and start seeing the results in your students’ reading skills! And don’t forget to check out our 20 on 20 sale, where you can save 20% on every product in our store on the 20th of every month.
This game taken from the Foundational Phonics curriculum which is written to cover the learning targets from the Common Core State Standards for kindergarten through second grades, including those in phonological awareness, sound and letter correspondences, encoding, decoding, concepts of print, fluency, and comprehension. The curriculum also aligns with the current recommendations supported by the Science of Reading research.
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.
File Type:
pdf - 10 pages
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Unlock the power of phonics and help your young learners become confident readers with Free Phonics Flash Cards 2 - Digraphs and Trigraphs! These flash cards are a fantastic tool for teaching phoneme/grapheme correspondences and building early high-frequency word recognition skills.
Featuring digraph and trigraph cards, as well as early word and sight word cards from Level 2 of the Foundational Phonics curriculum, this set is an essential addition to any early reading classroom. These flash cards are perfect for use with first grade students and align with the Common Core Standards and Science of Reading research recommendations.
And the best part? These Free Phonics Flash Cards 2 are completely free to download! So whether you’re an experienced educator looking to enhance your classroom resources or a parent seeking to support your child’s reading development at home, these flash cards are an invaluable tool.
Don’t just take our word for it - teachers are raving about the effectiveness of these flash cards 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 what are you waiting for? Download your Free Phonics Flash Cards 2 today and start building the foundational reading skills that will set your students on the path to reading success!
These cards were taken from the Foundational Phonics curriculum which is written to cover the learning targets from the Common Core State Standards for kindergarten through second grades, including those in phonological awareness, sound and letter correspondences, encoding, decoding, concepts of print, fluency, and comprehension. The curriculum also aligns with the current recommendations supported by the Science of Reading research.
Try a free lesson by downloading FREE PHONICS LESSON | FLOSS SPELLING PATTERN.
Common Core State Standards:
CCSSRF.K.3 Know and apply grade-level phonics and word analysis skills in decoding words.
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 - 6 pages
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Thanks so much,
Paula Plumer
Introducing Free Phonics Lesson | Consonant L Blends, the ultimate tool to unlock the power of phonics and help your young learners become confident readers! This research-aligned lesson is designed to introduce students to words with consonant l blends, using a step-by-step approach that covers letter/sound correspondence, phoneme segmenting, decoding words, and spelling practice.
Perfect for classroom teachers, homeschooling parents, and tutors alike, this lesson can be used with whole groups, small groups, or one-on-one instruction. The free download includes a scripted lesson plan, two printable worksheets, and three printable visuals to display. Plus, you can download Free Phonics Flash Cards 1 and 2 from the Waltzing Blossom Literacy store to use with this lesson free of charge.
But 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 is taken from the Foundational Phonics Level 3 Unit that includes activities in phonemic awareness, sound and letter correspondence, encoding, decoding, concepts of print, fluency, and comprehension.
So why wait? Download your Free Phonics Lesson | Consonant L Blends today and start building the foundational reading skills that will set your students on the path to reading success! With this engaging and effective lesson, you’ll be amazed at how quickly your young learners become confident readers. Get started now and watch their reading skills soar!
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
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?
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Thanks for stopping by!
Paula Plumer
Looking for an effective and free way to teach phonics to your students? Look no further than these Free Phonics Flash Cards 3 for Consonant Blends! These flash cards are an essential tool for teaching high frequency word recognition, phonemic awareness, and phonics skills to your students. They are from the Foundational Phonics Level 3 curriculum, which includes phonemic awareness activities, explicit phonics instruction, decoding and encoding practice, and much more.
This set of flash cards includes the consonant blend cards, early word cards, and sight word cards from the Level 3 Unit of the Foundational Phonics curriculum. They can be used independently or in conjunction with the curriculum to teach phoneme/grapheme correspondences and beginning high-frequency words. These flash cards are perfect for whole group instruction, small group lessons, one-on-one tutoring, and homeschooling.
Don’t just take our word for it! Here’s 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.
Get started teaching phonics today with these Free Phonics Flash Cards 3 for Consonant Blends!
Common Core State Standards:
CCSSRF.1.3g
Recognize and read grade-appropriate irregularly spelled words.
File Type:
pdf - 9 pages
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Thanks so much,
Paula Plumer
Looking for an effective way to help your young learners become confident readers? Look no further than Free Phonics Lesson | Introducing Long Vowel Sounds! This research-aligned lesson provides a step-by-step approach to teaching students the difference between short and long vowel sounds in single-syllable words, and includes letter/sound correspondence, phonological awareness, decodable words, and spelling practice.
Perfect for classroom teachers, homeschooling parents, and tutors, this lesson can be used with groups of any size or for one-on-one instruction. And the best part? It’s completely free! The lesson includes a scripted lesson plan, three printable worksheets, and three printable visuals to display. Plus, you can download Free Phonics Flash Cards from the Waltzing Blossom Literacy store to use with this lesson, free of charge.
But 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 is taken from the Foundational Phonics Level 4 Unit, which includes activities in phonemic awareness, sound and letter correspondence, encoding, decoding, fluency, and comprehension. By downloading Free Phonics Lesson | Short or Long Vowel Sounds, you’ll be giving your young learners a strong foundation in reading that will set them up for success.
So what are you waiting for? Download your Free Phonics Lesson | Introducing Long Vowel Sounds today and watch your students’ reading skills soar! With this engaging and effective lesson, you’ll be amazed at how quickly your young learners become confident readers.
Common Core State Standards:
CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RF.1.2.A Distinguish long from short vowel sounds in spoken single-syllable words.
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 - 11 pages
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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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Paula Plumer
Are you eager to supercharge your students’ reading skills and explore the world of r-controlled vowel sounds? Look no further than our Free Phonics Lesson: Master the er, ir & ur R-Controlled Vowel Sounds. Crafted from the expertise of a veteran reading teacher with 38 years of experience, this lesson is your gateway to phonics excellence.
What’s Included:
Scripted Lesson Plan: Take the guesswork out of teaching with our step-by-step lesson plan, designed to make phonics instruction a breeze.
Visual Aids: Enhance understanding and engagement with two vibrant visuals, carefully designed to bring r-controlled vowels to life.
Student Worksheets: Reinforce learning with two printable worksheets that make phonics practice fun and effective.
Flash Cards: Master er, ir, and ur sounds with five flash cards that provide a hands-on approach to phonics mastery.
Aligned with Research: Rest assured knowing that this lesson is rooted in the latest Science of Reading research, ensuring your students receive top-notch education.
Common Core Aligned: Align your teaching with the Common Core State Standards for first grade foundational skills, setting a strong educational foundation.
Versatile Instruction: Whether you’re teaching a whole group, small group, or offering one-on-one instruction, this lesson adapts seamlessly to your needs.
Experienced Craftsmanship: Crafted by a seasoned educator with nearly four decades of experience, this lesson 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, making it an invaluable resource for educators and parents alike.
Experience the Difference: Dive into phonics excellence with our Free Phonics Lesson. Witness the joy of learning as your students conquer r-controlled vowels and ignite their reading journey. Get started with this FREE lesson today and open the doors to a world of reading possibilities!
Check out the Foundational Phonics Level 8 Unit for more 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.1.3b
Decode regularly spelled one-syllable words.
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?
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Thanks for stopping by!
Paula Plumer
Looking for an effective way to help your students read words with diphthongs? Our free phonics lesson for the diphthong oi is the perfect solution!
Taken from Super Advanced Phonics Level A Unit 2, 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 exercises and activities, your students will quickly grasp the sound for the diphthong oi, 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
Looking for an effective way to help your students read words with diphthongs? Our free phonics lesson for the diphthong ou is the perfect solution! Taken from Super Advanced Phonics Level A Unit 4, 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 ou, 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.
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Paula Plumer
Waltzing Blossom Literacy
Looking for a quick, fun activity for your second graders? This free crossword puzzle with ‘oo’ and ‘ew’ words is perfect for independent work, centers, or even homework. No prep needed! It’s a great way for kids to practice vocabulary while building their reading skills, and it’s aligned with Common Core and the Science of Reading. Easy, engaging, and ready to go!
What’s included in this product?
Scripted Directions
1 Crossword Puzzle
1 Word List
1 Answer Key
A Note from the Author:
During my 38-year teaching career, finding meaningful activities to keep my students independently engaged while I was instructing small groups was always a challenge. I hope my crossword puzzles will help you fill that time with an activity that helps your students expand their vocabularies and use their thinking skills!
How can this puzzle be used?
Center Activity
Small Group Guided Reading
Remedial Interventions
Homeschooling
Home Practice
Don’t miss out on this fun activity that’ll get your students excited to learn! Grab your Super Advanced Phonics FREE CROSSWORD PUZZLE today and watch them boost their reading skills with a smile!
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
Waltzing Blossom Literacy
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.
File Type:
pdf - 77 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.
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Thanks so much,
Paula Plumer
Looking for a comprehensive and effective curriculum to teach your students to read words with consonant blends? Look no further than the Foundational Phonics Level 3 Curriculum Bundle! This Science of Reading research-aligned curriculum provides step-by-step instructions for 10 lessons, including phonological awareness activities, 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?
✅ Unit 3 with 10 Scripted Lessons
✅ 2 Noneditable PowerPoint Presentations with Engaging Graphics & Photos
✅ 20 Worksheets with Decoding, Spelling & Fluency Practice
✅ High Frequency Word Practice
✅ 1 Formative Assessment & 1 Summative Assessment
✅ 1 Printable Game
✅ Printable Flash Cards
✅ Phonological & Phonemic Awareness Activities
This curriculum bundle is perfect for whole group instruction, small group lessons, one-on-one tutoring, remedial interventions, and even homeschool.
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
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 first grade Common Core State Standards for foundational skills with general education students. However, Foundational Phonics can also be used effectively as a remedial intervention with first through third grade learners.
Foundational Phonics Level 3 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
And the best part? You can try a free lesson by downloading the Free Phonics Lesson | Consonant L Blends!
Whether you’re a seasoned pro or new to teaching phonics, the Foundational Phonics Level 3 Curriculum Bundle is your secret weapon. It provides all the tools and resources you need to confidently teach your students to read using the Science of Reading best practices.
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.
File Types:
pdf - 76 pages
pptx – 94 slides (2 PowerPoint presentations)
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
Are you a teacher or homeschooler looking for a comprehensive and effective phonics curriculum? Look no further than our Foundational Phonics Level 4 Unit! Designed to follow the Science of Reading best practices, this curriculum includes everything you need to teach long vowels and silent e to your students.
With 15 scripted lessons, 34 printable student sheets, 3 weekly assessments, visuals for direct instruction, silent e & high frequency word flash cards, 3 game boards, and a certificate of achievement, this unit has it all. Whether you’re teaching whole group instruction, small group lessons, one-on-one tutoring, remedial interventions, or homeschooling, you’ll find this curriculum easy to use and effective.
But don’t just take our word for it! Educators who have used our materials have seen significant improvements in their students’ reading abilities. Maria V. says, “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.”
Don’t wait to try it out for yourself. Download our FREE INTRODUCING LONG VOWEL SOUNDS PHONICS LESSON and see the difference our systematic phonics curriculum can make in your classroom or homeschool today!
Foundational Phonics Level 4 Unit Lesson Sequence:
Long or Short 1: Introduction to Long Vowels
Long or Short 2: Long & Short Vowels Practice
Single Vowels 1: Words Ending with e, i, o, or u
Single Vowels 2: Words Ending with y
Week 1 Checkup: Formative Assessment
Silent e Words 1: Introduction to Silent e
Silent e Words 2: Apostrophe s
Words 1: here, want, to, many, your, all
Silent e Words 3: Silent e Words Review
Week 2 Checkup: Formative Assessment
Three Letter Blends 1: str, scr, spl, spr
Three Letter Blends 2: squ, shr, thr
Words 2: see, or, were, thing, out, about
Plural Words: -es Spelling Pattern
Week 3 Checkup: Summative Assessment
Common Core Sate Standards:
CCSSRF.1.1a
Recognize the distinguishing features of a sentence (e.g., first word, capitalization, ending punctuation).
CCSSRF.1.2a
Distinguish long from short vowel sounds in spoken single-syllable words.
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.1.3c
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 - 97 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?
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Thanks so much,
Paula Plumer
Are you struggling to teach your students about silent e and apostrophe s? Look no further than the Silent e Phonics Slides PowerPoint presentation! This presentation is designed for larger groups or virtual teaching, making it perfect for classrooms without a chalkboard or whiteboard. The slides are not editable to ensure the fonts, photographs, and artwork remain secure, but you can customize the presentation by adding, deleting, or rearranging the slides to fit your specific needs.
This presentation follows the lesson sequence of the Foundational Phonics curriculum, specifically Level 4 Week 2 lessons, including Introduction to Silent e, Apostrophe s, Words 1, Silent e Words Review, and Week 2 Checkup: Formative Assessment. By using this presentation, your students will learn how to recognize and use silent e and apostrophe s with ease.
Don’t just take our word for it, here’s what one educator had to say: “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.
Take the first step towards improved reading skills for your students and try the Silent e Phonics Slides PowerPoint presentation today!
Common Core State Standards:
CCSSRF.1.1
Demonstrate understanding of the organization and basic features of print.
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:
PowerPoint Presentation (pptx) – 56 slides
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?
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Thanks so much,
Paula Plumer
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.
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
Looking for a comprehensive and effective curriculum to teach your students to read words with long single vowels, silent e, and three letter blends? Look no further than the Foundational Phonics Level 4 Curriculum Bundle! This Science of Reading research-aligned curriculum provides step-by-step instructions for 15 lessons, including phonological awareness activities, 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?
✅ Unit 4 with 15 Scripted Lessons
✅ 3 Noneditable PowerPoint Presentations with Engaging Graphics & Photos
✅ 34 Worksheets with Decoding, Spelling & Fluency Practice
✅ High Frequency Word Practice
✅ 2 Formative Assessments & 1 Summative Assessment
✅ 3 Printable Game Boards
✅ Printable Flash Cards
✅ Phonological & Phonemic Awareness Activities
This curriculum bundle is perfect for whole group instruction, small group lessons, one-on-one tutoring, remedial interventions, and even homeschool.
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
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 first grade Common Core State Standards for foundational skills with general education students. However, Foundational Phonics can also be used effectively as a remedial intervention with first through third grade learners.
Foundational Phonics Level 4 Lesson Sequence:
Long or Short 1: Introduction to Long Vowels
Long or Short 2: Long & Short Vowels Practice
Single Vowels 1: Words Ending with e, i, o, or u
Single Vowels 2: Words Ending with y
Week 1 Checkup: Formative Assessment
Silent e Words 1: Introduction to Silent e
Silent e Words 2: Apostrophe s
Words 1: here, want, to, many, your, all
Silent e Words 3: Silent e Words Review
Week 2 Checkup: Formative Assessment
Three Letter Blends 1: str, scr, spl, spr
Three Letter Blends 2: squ, shr, thr
Words 2: see, or, were, thing, out, about
Plural Words: -es Spelling Pattern
Week 3 Checkup: Summative Assessment
TRY A FREE LESSON BY DOWNLOADING: FREE PHONICS LESSON - INTRODUCING LONG VOWEL SOUNDS!
Whether you’re a seasoned pro or new to teaching phonics, the Foundational Phonics Level 4 Curriculum Bundle is your secret weapon. It provides all the tools and resources you need to confidently teach your students to read using the Science of Reading best practices.
Common Core Sate Standards:
CCSSRF.1.1a
Recognize the distinguishing features of a sentence (e.g., first word, capitalization, ending punctuation).
CCSSRF.1.2a
Distinguish long from short vowel sounds in spoken single-syllable words.
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.1.3c
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 Types:
pdf - 97 pages
pptx – 149 slides (3 PowerPoint presentations)
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
Introduce your students to the world of phonics with our Three Letter Blends Phonics Slides | PowerPoint 13. This PowerPoint presentation is designed to teach your students about three letter blends and the -es spelling pattern. Perfect for larger groups or virtual instruction, this PowerPoint follows the lesson sequence of the Foundational Phonics curriculum and is especially helpful for teachers in classrooms without a chalkboard or whiteboard.
Our non-editable slides ensure that the fonts, photographs, and artwork remain secure, while still allowing you to customize the presentation by adding, deleting, and rearranging the slides to fit your students’ needs.
With Foundational Phonics Level 4: Week 3 Lessons, your students will learn about three letter blends and the -es spelling pattern, along with practicing with words such as see, or, were, thing, out, and about.
See for yourself why educators like Maria V. rave about our materials: "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.
Common Core State Standards:
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.1.3c
Know final -e and common vowel team conventions for representing long vowel sounds.
File Type:
PowerPoint Presentation (pptx) – 42 slides
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
Looking for a fun and interactive way to reinforce long single vowels, silent e, and three letter blends with your students? Look no further than the Three-in-a-Row Phonics Game! This game is an excellent tool for teachers who want to help their students build their decoding and encoding skills. The game includes easy-to-follow instructions, a template for creating vowel cubes, game tokens in three colors, and three game boards. Just print, cut, tape, and play!
The Three-in-a-Row Phonics Game is part of the Foundational Phonics Level 4 Unit, a comprehensive and research-aligned curriculum that includes lessons, activities, assessments, and more. By playing this game, students will have the opportunity to practice decoding words with long single vowels, silent e, and three letter blends in a fun and engaging way.
Educators who have used the Three-in-a-Row Phonics Game have raved about its effectiveness. One teacher, Liz T., said, “I love all the games you have created. The kids love playing them and it’s so helpful.”
If you’re looking for more phonics games to supplement your teaching, check out our other products, including “I Have, Who Has?” Consonant Blends, “Go Fish” Diagraphs & Trigraphs, and our free CVC Board Game. With our products, your students will be on their way to becoming skilled and confident readers in no time!
Common Core State Standards:
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 - 8 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
Looking for a powerful tool to teach your students the difference between long and short vowels and long single vowels at the end of words? Our Long Single Vowels Phonics Slides PowerPoint 11 has everything you need! This presentation is perfect for larger groups or virtual teaching and is especially helpful for classrooms without a chalkboard or whiteboard.
The PowerPoint follows the lesson sequence of the Foundational Phonics curriculum and includes Week 1 lessons such as Long or Short 1: Introduction to Long Vowels, Long or Short 2: Long & Short Vowels Practice, Single Vowels 1: Words Ending with e, i, o, or u, Single Vowels 2: Words Ending with y, and Week 1 Checkup: Formative Assessment. By using these slides, you can teach words including long single vowels with confidence!
To customize the presentation to meet your specific needs, you can add, delete, and rearrange the slides. Although the slides are not editable to secure the fonts, photographs, and artwork, you’ll find that this presentation is easy to use and highly effective.
What’s more, educators who have used our materials have seen significant improvements in their students’ reading abilities. Maria V. says, “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.”
Don’t wait to try it out for yourself. Download our Long Single Vowels Phonics Slides PowerPoint 11 today and see the difference it can make in your classroom or virtual teaching!
Common Core State Standards:
CCSSRF.1.2a
Distinguish long from short vowel sounds in spoken single-syllable words.
CCSSRF.1.3
Know and apply grade-level phonics and word analysis skills in decoding words.
CCSSRF.1.3c
Know final -e and common vowel team conventions for representing long vowel sounds.
File Type:
PowerPoint Presentation (pptx) – 51 slides
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
Looking for a comprehensive and effective curriculum to teach your students to read words with consonant digraphs? Look no further than the Foundational Phonics Level 2 Curriculum Bundle! This Science of Reading research-aligned curriculum provides step-by-step instructions for 20 lessons, including phonological awareness activities, 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?
✅ Unit 2 with 20 Scripted Lessons
✅ 4 Noneditable PowerPoint Presentations with Engaging Graphics & Photos
✅ 40 Worksheets with Decoding, Spelling & Fluency Practice
✅ High Frequency Word Practice
✅ 3 Formative Assessments & 1 Summative Assessment
✅ 1 Printable Game
✅ Printable Flash Cards
✅ Phonological & Phonemic Awareness Activities
This curriculum bundle is perfect for whole group instruction, small group lessons, one-on-one tutoring, remedial interventions, and even homeschool.
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
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 first grade Common Core State Standards for foundational skills with general education students. However, Foundational Phonics can also be used effectively as a remedial intervention with first through third grade learners.
Foundational Phonics Level 2 Lesson Sequence:
Seeing Double: Floss Spelling Pattern
Digraphs 1: Ch
Digraphs 2: -ch
Trigraphs 1: -tch
Week 1 Checkup: Formative Assessment
Digraphs 3: Sh
Digraphs 4: -sh
Words 1: where, to, put, of, said, have
C+K: -ck Spelling Pattern
Week 2 Checkup: Formative Assessment
Digraphs 5: Th
Digraphs 6: -th
Words 2: why, too, for, go, he, she
Trigraphs 2: -dge Spelling Pattern
Week 3 Checkup: Formative Assessment
Digraphs 7: Wh
Commas & Quotes: Reading Dialogue
Digraphs Review 1: “Go Fish” Game
Digraphs Review 2: Writing Dialogue Tags
Week 4 Checkup: Summative Assessment
Don’t just take our word for it, try a free lesson by downloading the Free Floss Spelling Pattern Phonics Lesson!
Whether you’re a seasoned pro or new to teaching phonics, the Foundational Phonics Level 2 Curriculum Bundle is your secret weapon. It provides all the tools and resources you need to confidently teach your students to read using the Science of Reading best practices.
File Types:
pdf - 125 pages
pptx - 187 slides (4 PowerPoint presentations)
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