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 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.
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Are you looking for a resource to boost your students’ reading fluency and comprehension? “Foundational Phonics Fluency & Comprehension Passages” is a collection of 50 engaging passages written to progress from basic CVC words to challenging multisyllabic ones. Created for 1st-grade readers, these passages are also ideal for interventions in 2nd or 3rd grade or as an enrichment resource for kindergarten students.
What’s Included in this Product?
*50 Passages Covering CVC to Multisyllabic Words
*3 Reader’s Theater Scripts
*Comprehension Activities for Most Passages
*High Frequency Word Practice Using the Most Commonly Used Words in English
*Scope & Sequence with a List of Required Skills for Each Passage
What Educators Are Saying:
“I have been using these materials since the first day of school and I can definitely feel and see the improvement in my first graders. Not only do they feel empowered as readers, but I also feel like I am doing a better job at teaching the foundations of reading. I cannot thank you enough for all the work you have done to help my first graders become solid, proud readers. Thank you!”
Maria V. - 1st Grade Teacher
Aligned with the State Common Core Standards for 1st grade and the Science of Reading research, these passages, taken from the Foundational Phonics curriculum, are designed to seamlessly integrate into your curriculum by following the “Essential Skills” mastery list that’s included.
How Can the Passages Be Used?
*Small Group Guided Reading
*One-on-One Tutoring
*Remedial Interventions
*Partner Reading
*Independent Seatwork Time
*Homeschooling
So why wait? Grab your copy of “Foundational Phonics Fluency & Comprehension Passages” now and let the reading adventures begin.
You can learn more about the Foundational Phonics program by downloading the FOUNDATIONAL PHONICS FREE SCOPE & SEQUENCE. This free resource includes a sequential list of the 120 lessons in the curriculum plus links to all the other free resources.
File Type: PDF - 74 pages
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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
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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
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Introducing the Foundational Phonics Level 2 Unit for Digraph & Trigraph Words! If you’re looking for a systematic phonics curriculum that follows Science of Reading best practices, then this product is perfect for you. With 20 scripted lessons, 40 printable student sheets, and 4 weekly assessments, you’ll be able to confidently teach your students digraph and trigraph sounds. This curriculum includes phonemic awareness activities, explicit phonics instruction, decoding and encoding practice, and much more.
This curriculum can be used in a variety of settings, including whole group instruction, small group lessons, one-on-one tutoring, remedial interventions, and even homeschooling. You’ll have everything you need to teach your students the foundations of reading.
What’s also included in the Foundational Phonics Level 2 Unit? Visuals for direct instruction, digraph, trigraph & high frequency word flash cards, and 4 sets of game cards. Plus, your students will receive a certificate of achievement to celebrate their progress.
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.
Ready to try a lesson? Download the Free Floss Spelling Pattern Phonics Lesson and see the benefits of the Foundational Phonics Level 2 Unit for yourself!
Foundational Phonics Level 2 Unit 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
File Type:
pdf - 126 pages
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Introducing our Short E and CVC Words Phonics Slides | PowerPoint 4, the perfect tool for teaching your students the Short E sound and CVC Words. This PowerPoint presentation is designed for larger groups or virtual classrooms and is particularly helpful for teachers without a chalkboard or whiteboard. The slides are not editable to secure the fonts, photographs, and artwork, but you can add, delete, and rearrange the slides to customize the presentation to meet your needs. Our product follows the lesson sequence of the Foundational Phonics curriculum.
In Week 4, your students will learn Vowels 5: Short e, CVC Review 1: Words + s, CVC Review 2: Board Game, and Complete Sentences: Fill in the Blank. By the end of the week, your students will have a solid foundation in reading and writing, and you’ll notice the improvement in their skills.
Don’t just take our word for it. Educators have been raving about our materials, with Maria V. 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.”
Invest in your students’ education today with Short E and CVC Words Phonics Slides | PowerPoint 4.
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.
File Type:
PowerPoint Presentation (pptx) – 35 slides
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Looking for a quick and easy way to monitor your students’ progress while teaching CVC words and short vowel sounds? Look no further than these four assessments! Designed to be used independently of any program, these assessments cover a range of skills, from consonant and vowel sounds to high frequency words.
With feedback like “THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU for your resources. Our students are going to really benefit thanks to you!” from a satisfied educator, you can trust that these assessments are effective and valuable tools for your classroom. And with related products like Foundational Phonics: Progress Monitoring Assessments 2 – Digraphs and Trigraphs and The Foundational Phonics: Progress Monitoring Assessments 3 – Consonant Blends, you can continue to support your students’ learning and growth.
Shop now and see the difference these assessments can make in your classroom.
Here are the skills each assessment covers:
Assessment 1 – Consonant Sounds: f, m, n, s, t, b, g, h, j, k, p; Vowel Sound: Short a
Assessment 2 – Skills from the previous assessment; Consonant Sounds: c, d, l, r; Vowel Sounds: Short I & Short o
Assessment 3 – Skills from the previous assessments; Consonant Sounds: v, w, x, y, z, q; Vowel Sounds: Short u
Assessment 4 - Skills from the previous assessments; Vowel Sounds: Short e; High Frequency Words (Optional): the, a, I, boy, girl, little, was, are, you, who, what, do
Try a free lesson by downloading Free Phonics Lesson | Short a.
Common Core State Standards:
CCSSRF.K.3 Know and apply grade-level phonics and word analysis skills in decoding words.
CCSSRF.K.3b Associate the long and short sounds with common spellings (graphemes) for the five major vowels.
CCSSRF.K.3c Read common high-frequency words by sight (e.g., the, of, to, you, she, my, is, are, do, does).
File Type:
pdf - 9 pages
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Thanks so much,
Paula Plumer
Are you looking for a comprehensive and effective phonics curriculum to teach reading using the Science of Reading best practices? Look no further than the Foundational Phonics Level 1 Unit for Short Vowels and CVC Words!
This systematic phonics curriculum includes 20 scripted lessons with phonemic awareness activities, explicit phonics instruction, decoding and encoding practice, and much more. With the Foundational Phonics Level 1 Unit, you can teach the short vowel sounds and CVC words to your students with confidence.
This curriculum can be used for whole group instruction, small group lessons, one-on-one tutoring, remedial interventions, or as a homeschool curriculum. The unit includes 40 printable student sheets, 4 weekly assessments, visuals for direct instruction, alphabet and high frequency word flash cards, 4 sets of game cards, and a certificate of achievement.
The Foundational Phonics Level 1 Unit Lesson Sequence is carefully designed to build upon the previous lessons and culminates in a summative assessment to measure student progress. The included game cards, printable worksheets, and other materials make learning phonics fun and engaging for students.
Whether you’re an experienced teacher or new to teaching phonics, the Foundational Phonics Level 1 Unit for short vowels and CVC Words provides everything you need to confidently teach your students to read using the Science of Reading best practices. Try a free lesson from Unit 1 by downloading FREE PHONICS LESSON | SHORT A from my shop and see the difference this curriculum can make in your students’ reading skills!
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.
Unit 1 Lesson Sequence:
Words Around Us – Letters Represent Sounds
Consonants 1 – f, m, n, s, t
Vowels 1 – Short a
Consonants 2 – b, g, h, j, k, p
Week 1 Checkup – Formative Assessment
Vowels 2 – Short i
Words 1 - the, a, I, boy, girl, little
Consonants 3 - c, d, l, r
Vowels 3 – Short o
Week 2 Checkup – Formative Assessment
Consonants 4 - v, w, x, y, z
Vowels 4 - Short u & qu
Words 2 - was, are, you, who, what, do
End Punctuation - Punctuation Marks
Week 3 Checkup – Formative assessment
Vowels 5 – Short e
CVC Review 1 - Words + s
CVC Review 2 – Board Game
Complete Sentences - Fill in the Blank
Week 4 Checkup – Summative Assessment
File Type:
pdf - 123 pages
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Paula Plumer
Looking for a powerful tool to teach your students the short I and O sounds in CVC words? Look no further than these engaging short I and O phonics slides!
This PowerPoint presentation is perfect for teachers who are instructing larger groups or teaching virtually. With colorful images, your students will be engaged and excited to learn the short I and O sounds in CVC words. And, because the slides are not editable, you can be sure that the fonts, photographs, and artwork are consistent from lesson to lesson.
The Short I and O with CVC Words Phonics Slides follow the lesson sequence of the Foundational Phonics Level 1, Week 2 Curriculum. With lessons on vowels, consonants, and words, this presentation is designed to build a strong foundation in phonics that your students can use as they progress in their reading journey.
But don’t just take our word for it! According to Maria V., a first-grade teacher, “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.”
Whether you’re teaching a large group or instructing virtually, the Short I and O with CVC Words Phonics Slides are the perfect tool to help your students become confident readers. So why wait? Give your students the gift of literacy with the Short I and O with CVC Words Phonics Slides today!
This presentation follows the lesson sequence of Foundational Phonics Unit 1, Lessons 6 – 10:
6. Vowels 2: Short i
7. Words 1: the, a, I, boy, girl, little
8. Consonants 3: c, d, l, r
9. Vowels 3: Short o
10. Week 2 Review
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:
PowerPoint Presentation (pptx) – 39 slides
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Looking for an engaging and effective way to teach your students about the Wh digraph sound and dialogue punctuation? Look no further than PowerPoint 8 in the Foundational Phonics curriculum! This presentation is designed to help you teach larger groups or instruct virtually, making it ideal for classrooms without a chalkboard or whiteboard. With clear and concise slides, you’ll be able to guide your students through the lessons in an organized and efficient manner.
In this presentation, your students will learn all about the Wh digraph sound and how to identify the punctuation marks that are used in dialogue. The slides are not editable to ensure that the fonts, photographs, and artwork remain secure, but you can easily customize the presentation by adding, deleting, and rearranging slides as needed. And, best of all, this presentation follows the lesson sequence of the Foundational Phonics curriculum, making it a perfect fit for Level 2, Week 4.
But don’t just take our word for it! Educators are raving about this product, with Maria V. 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.” Give your students the tools they need to become confident and successful readers with PowerPoint 8.
Foundational Phonics Level 2: Week 4 Lessons
Digraphs 7: Wh
Commas & Quotes: Reading Dialogue
Digraphs Review 1: “Go Fish” Game Directions
Digraphs Review 2: Writing Dialogue Tags
Week 4 Checkup: Summative Assessment
Common Core State Standards:
CCSSRF.1.3
Know and apply grade-level phonics and word analysis skills in decoding words.
CCSSRF.1.3a
Know the spelling-sound correspondences for common consonant digraphs.
CCSSRF.1.3b
Decode regularly spelled one-syllable words.
File Type:
PowerPoint Presentation (pptx) – 37 slides
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Looking to improve your students’ reading skills? Check out our Th Digraph Sound and dge Spelling Pattern Phonics Slides | PowerPoint 7. This comprehensive PowerPoint presentation follows the lesson sequence of the Foundational Phonics curriculum and is designed to teach your students the Th digraph sound and the -dge spelling pattern.
Perfect for larger groups or virtual teaching, this presentation is especially helpful for those teachers in classrooms without a chalkboard or whiteboard. The slides are not editable, but you can add, delete, and rearrange them to customize the presentation to your students’ needs.
Don’t just take our word for it, hear what other 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.
Improve your students’ reading skills today with our Th Digraph Sound and dge Spelling Pattern Phonics Slides | PowerPoint 7.
Foundational Phonics Level 2: Week 3 Lessons
Digraphs 5: Th
Digraphs 6: -th
Words 2: why, too, for, go, he, she
Trigraphs 2: -dge Spelling Pattern
Week 3 Checkup: Formative Assessment
Common Core State Standards:
CCSSRF.1.3
Know and apply grade-level phonics and word analysis skills in decoding words.
CCSSRF.1.3a
Know the spelling-sound correspondences for common consonant digraphs.
CCSSRF.1.3b
Decode regularly spelled one-syllable words.
File Type:
PowerPoint Presentation (pptx) – 43 slides
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All products are for single buyer use only. Please direct your friends and colleagues back to my store to download or purchase their own copies.
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Thanks so much,
Paula Plumer
Introducing the perfect tool to teach your students the Ch digraph sound and the Floss and -tch spelling patterns: our Ch Digraph Sound Floss and tch Spelling Patterns Phonics Slides!
This PowerPoint presentation is designed for teachers who are instructing larger groups or teaching virtually, especially for those who don’t have a chalkboard or whiteboard in their classrooms. The presentation includes 5 lessons following the Foundational Phonics curriculum, which will help your students learn the material in no time.
The slides in this presentation are not editable to secure the fonts, photographs, and artwork; however, you can add, delete, and rearrange the slides to customize the presentation to meet your needs. This presentation is perfect for direct instruction of phonics skills. Plus, you can use it in combination with other products from our Foundational Phonics line.
Don’t take our word for it. Teachers love our products! Here’s what one of them 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.
Download your Ch Digraph Sound Floss and tch Spelling Patterns Phonics Slides today and make your teaching easier and more effective!
Foundational Phonics Level 2: Week 1 Lessons
Seeing Double: The Floss Spelling Pattern
Digraphs 1: Ch Sound
Digraphs 2: -ch Sound
Trigraphs 1: -tch Sound and Spelling Pattern
Week 1 Checkup: Formative Assessment
Common Core State Standards:
CCSSRF.1.3
Know and apply grade-level phonics and word analysis skills in decoding words.
CCSSRF.1.3a
Know the spelling-sound correspondences for common consonant digraphs.
CCSSRF.1.3b
Decode regularly spelled one-syllable words
File Type:
PowerPoint Presentation (pptx) – 57 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 quick and easy way to progress monitor your students’ mastery of consonant blend sounds in words? Our Consonant Blend Words | Phonics Assessments 3 are just what you need. These two assessments, taken from the Foundational Phonics Level 3 Unit, cover beginning and ending consonant blends, as well as high frequency words like “very,” “find,” and “they.” And while they’re designed to be used as part of the program, they can also be used independently to help you track your students’ progress.
But don’t just take our word for it. Educators like Casey K. have been raving about our resources, 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!”
Looking for other resources to assess your students’ learning? Check out our related products, including Phonics Assessments 1 covering CVC words, Phonics Assessments 2 covering digraph words, and The Foundational Phonics Placement Assessment.
And don’t forget to take advantage of our 20 on 20 Sale and save 20% off every product in our store on the 20th of every month. We’re committed to making high-quality educational materials accessible to educators like you. So why wait? Start progress monitoring your students with our Consonant Blend Words | Phonics Assessments 3 today!
Skills Assessed in this Product:
Assessment 1 - Beginning Consonant Blends
Assessment 2 - Beginning and Ending Consonant Blends; High Frequency Words: very, find, one, some, there, from, like, her, my, they, be, so.
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.1.3g
Recognize and read grade-appropriate irregularly spelled words.
CCSSL.1.2e
Spell untaught words phonetically, drawing on phonemic awareness and spelling conventions
File Type:
pdf - 7 pages
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Paula Plumer
Are you looking for a quick and effective way to progress monitor your students’ reading skills? Look no further! The Foundational Phonics Progress Monitoring Assessment Bundle includes 24 printable assessments with decodable, high frequency, and spelling words. Designed specifically for first grade general education students to cover Common Core State Standards, these assessments would also be a valuable tool to track your students’ progress in remedial or intervention settings. This bundle includes all the essential phonics concepts including CVC words, consonant digraphs, consonant blends, silent e, vowel teams, 3 letter blends, r-controlled vowels, and early multisyllabic words.
What’s Included in this Bundle?
⭐️ Foundational Phonics Placement Assessment / Diagnostic Reading Test
⭐️ 15 Formative Assessments with Decoding and Spelling
⭐️ 9 Summative Assessments with Decoding, Spelling, and High Frequency Word Reading
⭐️ Instructions to Interpret the Results
With 24 progress monitoring assessments included, you can easily track your students’ growth and identify areas that need extra attention. Each assessment is carefully written to assess your students’ mastery of specific phonics skills. They are also designed to be quick and easy to administer, saving you precious time as a busy educator.
By using the Foundational Phonics Progress Monitoring Assessment Bundle, you can be confident that your students are receiving targeted instruction and mastering essential skills in their reading journey. Ensure your students become confident and successful readers with this supercharged bundle!
You can learn more about the Foundational Phonics program by downloading the FOUNDATIONAL PHONICS FREE SCOPE & SEQUENCE. This free resource includes a sequential list of the 120 lessons in the curriculum plus links to all the other free resources.
File Type: PDF - 80 pages
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Thanks so much,
Paula Plumer
Looking to infuse your phonics lessons with a bit of fun? Look no further than the Foundational Phonics Game Bundle. Whether you’re teaching CVC words, consonant digraphs, consonant blends, silent e, three letter blends, vowels teams, r-controlled vowels, compound words, VCCV words or VCV words, these nine printable games will easily integrate into your phonics lessons adding an element of excitement and joy.
What’s included in this bundle?
Foundational Phonics Board Game for CVC Words
“Go Fish” Consonant Digraphs Game
“I Have, Who Has?” Consonant Blends Game
Long Single Vowel, Silent E, Three Letter Blends Three in a Row Games
Vowel Digraph Bingo for Long A, E & I Vowel Teams
Jumping Jellybeans Vowel Teams Game
Unicorn Race Board Game for Consonant Digraphs NG & NK
Star War Card Game for R-Controlled Vowels
Meatball Mania Card Game for Compound, VCCV & VCV Words
Inspired by classic children’s games and aligned with the Science of Reading research, the Foundational Phonics games were created for 1st graders, but they also can be used for kindergarten enrichment or remedial interventions in 2nd or 3rd grade, helping your students to develop a solid foundation in reading and phonics. They’re also perfect for parents looking for a way to reinforce their children’s phonics 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
How can the Foundational Phonics games be used?
Center Activities
Small Group Guided Reading
Remedial Interventions
Homeschooling
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A Note from the Author:
“When I originally began writing the Foundational Phonics curriculum, games were not slated to be a part of the program. It was a chance encounter with a former student who asked me if I still let my students play these games that helped me to realize what a powerful tool they truly are. Not only do these games reinforce phonics learning in a fun way, but they also give students an opportunity to practice social skills such as taking turns, resolving conflicts, and being good sports even when they lose.”
So don’t miss out on this game-changing opportunity to transform your students’ reading journey. Grab your bundle today and watch your students enjoy practicing their reading and phonics skills!
These games were taken from the nine Foundational Phonics units, but they can be used independently of the program. You can learn more about the Foundational Phonics program by downloading the FOUNDATIONAL PHONICS FREE SCOPE & SEQUENCE. This free resource includes a sequential list of the 120 lessons in the curriculum plus links to all the other free resources.
File Type: PDF - 99 pages
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Are you searching for a Science of Reading aligned phonics curriculum to teach beginning readers words with the long vowel sounds? If so, the Foundational Phonics Long Vowel Words Bundle is exactly what you’re looking for! This ELA phonics bundle was written by a reading teacher with 38 years of experience to cover the Common Core State Standards with her first-grade students. It includes everything your students need to master long single vowel, silent e, and vowel team words. With 3 comprehensive units, 40 expertly scripted lessons, and a plethora of printable worksheets and visuals, your students will be engaged and excited to learn.
What’s included in this bundle?
⭐️ 3 Units with 40 Scripted Lessons
⭐️ 8 Noneditable PowerPoint Presentations with Engaging Graphics & Photos
⭐️ 91 Worksheets with Decoding, Spelling & Fluency Practice
⭐️ High Frequency Word Practice
⭐️ 8 Progress Monitoring Assessments
⭐️ 3 Printable Games
⭐️ Printable Flash Cards
⭐️ Phonological & Phonemic Awareness Activities
The scripted lessons provide you with step-by-step instructions, making it easy for you to deliver high-quality instruction without any guesswork. Whether you’re a seasoned teacher or just starting out, Foundational Phonics Long Vowel Words Bundle is a game-changer.
What Educators Are Saying:
“The Foundational Phonics Curriculum Bundle has significantly enriched my teaching experience. This resource stands out for its comprehensive content, engaging activities, and thoughtful design. I appreciate the well-researched content, alignment with educational standards, and how it is so easy to follow. Personally, I have gained more confidence in teaching reading and have witnessed significant progress with my students. I wish I had purchased this bundle sooner; it has been a complete time saver for me!”
Casey O. - 1st grade teacher
How can Foundational Phonics be used?
✅Whole Group Instruction
✅Small Group Guided Reading
✅One-on-One Tutoring
✅Remedial Interventions
✅Homeschooling
Foundational Phonics is a systematic and structured approach to phonics instruction with each concept taught explicitly. The curriculum becomes progressively more difficult as the program moves on. Download the program’s free scope & sequence to learn more: FOUNDATIONAL PHONICS FREE SCOPE & SEQUENCE.
Imagine the joy on your students’ faces as they confidently decode words with long single vowels, effortlessly read silent e words, and conquer vowel team words with ease. With this bundle, you’ll witness their reading skills soar to new heights. Invest in the Foundational Phonics Long Vowel Words Bundle today and watch your students become unstoppable readers!
File Type: Digital Download PDF & PPTX
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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.
Questions?
Email me at: pplumer@waltzingblossomliteracy.com
Thanks so much,
Paula Plumer
Are you searching for a Science of Reading aligned comprehensive phonics curriculum to teach beginning readers their very first words? If so, the Foundational Phonics Short Vowel Words Bundle is exactly what you’re looking for! With three comprehensive units, 50 scripted lessons, and a wide range of engaging activities, this bundle covers all the essential phonics skills your students need to begin reading.
From CVC words to consonant digraphs and consonant blends, it’s covered! Created by a reading teacher with 38 years of experience to use with her 1st grade students at the beginning of the school year, this curriculum can also be used as a remedial intervention later in the year or for 2nd graders. Plus, it’s a great option for kindergarten students needing more reading enrichment.
What’s included in this bundle?
⭐️ 3 Units with 50 Scripted Lessons
⭐️ 10 Noneditable PowerPoint Presentations with Engaging Graphics & Photos
⭐️ 100 Worksheets with Decoding, Spelling & Fluency Practice
⭐️ High Frequency Word Practice
⭐️ 10 Progress Monitoring Assessments
⭐️ 3 Printable Games
⭐️ Printable Flash Cards
⭐️ Phonological & Phonemic Awareness Activities
The scripted lessons provide you with step-by-step instructions, making it easy for you to deliver high-quality instruction without any guesswork. Whether you’re a seasoned teacher or just starting out, Foundational Phonics Short Vowel Words Bundle is a game-changer.
What Educators Are Saying:
“This bundle is so helpful!! I have been teaching for 30 years and am so glad to have access to this great resource. I use it as a supplement to my curriculum during small groups. The lesson plans are easy to follow and well laid out. I can easily skip around and find the lessons that best fit my small groups or individuals. The content is engaging for all my first graders. My students play the games during independent work time every day. I use this program for tutoring as well. I love that I can start where the student is in his/her phonics need and move forward. Foundational Phonics has made a difference in my students’ phonics needs. I totally recommend this program!”
Elizabeth T. - 1st grade teacher
How can Foundational Phonics be used?
✅Whole Group Instruction
✅Small Group Guided Reading
✅One-on-One Tutoring
✅Remedial Interventions
✅Homeschooling
A Note from the Author:
“When my former school district mandated a new commercially published curriculum, a small group of my students couldn’t learn to read using it, even after a few months. These are the lessons I turned to. Within a month, all of them were reading!”
Foundational Phonics is a systematic and structured approach to phonics instruction with each concept taught explicitly. The curriculum becomes progressively more difficult as the program moves on. Download the program’s free scope & sequence to learn more: FOUNDATIONAL PHONICS FREE SCOPE & SEQUENCE.
So why wait? Give your phonics instruction a serious boost with the Foundational Phonics Short Vowel Words bundle. Your students will be reading and spelling like pros in no time!
File Types: PDF & PPTX
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 looking for a fun and engaging way to teach your students the foundational phonics skills they need to become confident readers? Look no further than these Short A and CVC Words Phonics Slides!
This PowerPoint presentation is perfect for teachers who are instructing larger groups or teaching virtually. With vibrant colors and eye-catching images, your students will be excited to learn the Short A sound and CVC words. Plus, since the slides are not editable, you can rest assured that the fonts, photographs, and artwork are secure and will remain consistent from lesson to lesson.
The Short A and CVC Words Phonics Slides are designed to follow the lesson sequence of the Foundational Phonics Level 1, Week 1 Curriculum. Each lesson is carefully crafted to build upon the last, providing your students with a solid foundation in phonics that they can use as they progress in their reading journey.
But don’t just take our word for it! Educators have been raving about these materials. According to Maria V., a first-grade teacher, “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.”
So why wait? Give your students the gift of literacy with the Short A and CVC Words Phonics Slides today!
This presentation follows the lesson sequence of Foundational Phonics Unit 1, Lessons 1 – 5:
Words Around Us: Letters Represent Sounds
Consonants 1: f, m, n, s, t
Vowels 1: Short a
Consonants 2: b, g, h, j, k, p
Week 1 Review
Common Core State Standards:
CCSSRF.K.1b Recognize that spoken words are represented in written language by specific sequences of letters.
CCSSRF.K.1b Understand that words are separated by spaces in print.
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.
File Type:
PowerPoint Presentation (pptx) – 43 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 CVC words? Look no further than the Foundational Phonics Level 1 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 1 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 kindergarten and 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 1 Lesson Sequence:
Words Around Us – Letters Represent Sounds
Consonants 1 – f, m, n, s, t
Vowels 1 – Short a
Consonants 2 – b, g, h, j, k, p
Week 1 Checkup – Formative Assessment
Vowels 2 – Short i
Words 1 - the, a, I, boy, girl, little
Consonants 3 - c, d, l, r
Vowels 3 – Short o
Week 2 Checkup – Formative Assessment
Consonants 4 - v, w, x, y, z
Vowels 4 - Short u & qu
Words 2 - was, are, you, who, what, do
End Punctuation - Punctuation Marks
Week 3 Checkup – Formative assessment
Vowels 5 – Short e
CVC Review 1 - Words + s
CVC Review 2 – Board Game
Complete Sentences - Fill in the Blank
Week 4 Checkup – Summative Assessment
Try a free lesson from Unit 1 by downloading FREE PHONICS LESSON | SHORT A from my shop!
Whether you’re a seasoned pro or new to teaching phonics, the Foundational Phonics Level 1 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.K.1 Demonstrate understanding of the organization and basic features of print.
CCSSRF.K.2 Demonstrate understanding of spoken words, syllables, and sounds (phonemes).
CCSSRF.K.3 Know and apply grade-level phonics and word analysis skills in decoding words.
File Types:
pdf - 123 pages
pptx – 154 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
Looking for an effective way to teach your students the Short U sound and CVC words? Look no further than the Short U and CVC Words Phonics Slides!
Designed to be used when instructing larger groups or teaching virtually, these engaging PowerPoint slides are perfect for teachers who want to build a strong foundation in phonics for their students. With colorful images, your students will be excited to learn and practice the Short U sound and CVC words.
Because the fonts, photographs, and artwork in this product are secure, you can be sure that your students will have a consistent and high-quality learning experience every time you use it. Plus, you can add, delete, and rearrange the slides to customize the presentation to meet your specific needs.
The Short U and CVC Words Phonics Slides follow the lesson sequence of the Foundational Phonics Level 1, Week 3 Curriculum. With lessons on consonants, vowels, words, and punctuation marks, this presentation is designed to help your students become confident readers and writers.
But don’t just take our word for it! According to Maria V., a first-grade teacher, “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.”
Whether you’re teaching a large group or instructing virtually, the Short U and CVC Words Phonics Slides are the perfect tool to help your students become confident readers and writers. So why wait? Give your students the gift of literacy with the Short U and CVC Words Phonics Slides today!
This presentation follows the lesson sequence of Foundational Phonics Unit 1, Lessons 11 – 15:
11. Consonants 4: v, w, x, y, z
12. Vowels 4: short u & qu
13. Words 2: was, are, you, who, what, do
14. End Punctuation: Punctuation Marks
15. Week 3 Review
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:
PowerPoint Presentation (pptx) – 41 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
