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? Email me at: pplumer@waltzingblossomliteracy.com Thanks for stopping by! Paula Plumer

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

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

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

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

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

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 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

Long O and U Vowel Teams Progress Monitoring Assessments 6 is not just an assessment tool, it’s a powerful teaching resource that helps teachers track their students’ learning and identify areas that need improvement. This resource can be used to assess students in a variety of settings, including whole group instruction, small group lessons, one-on-one tutoring, or remedial interventions. With these assessments, teachers can be sure that their students are making progress towards mastering long vowel teams, including oa, oe, ow, ui, and ue, which are essential for building strong reading skills. The assessments cover decoding and encoding, as well as six high frequency words. In addition to providing an effective and easy way to monitor student progress, Long O and U Vowel Teams Progress Monitoring Assessments 6 is also affordable and easy to use. With two assessments, you can quickly and efficiently track your students’ progress without spending a lot of time and effort. So, whether you’re a classroom teacher, a tutor, or a homeschooling parent, this resource is a must-have for anyone looking to improve their students’ reading abilities. Try Long O and U Vowel Teams Progress Monitoring Assessments 6 today and see the difference it can make in your students’ learning! These assessments cover the following skills: Assessment 1 – Vowel Digraphs oa, oe & ow Assessment 2 - Vowel Digraphs oa, oe, ow, ui & ue; High Frequency Words: over, word, other, their, come, and know. And if you’re interested in other progress monitoring assessments, be sure to check out our related products: Phonics Assessments 1 – Short Vowels & CVC Words Phonics Assessments 2 – Digraph & Trigraph Words Phonics Assessments 3 – Consonant Blend Words Phonics Assessments 4 – Long Single Vowel, Silent e, and Three Letter Blend Words Phonics Assessments 5 – Vowel Team Words for Long A, E & I Common Core State Standards: 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. CCSSRF.1.3g Recognize and read grade-appropriate irregularly spelled words. File Type: pdf - 7 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

Are you searching for a powerful and effective tool to teach your students the -ng and -nk sounds at the end of words? Look no further! Our feature-packed PowerPoint presentation is tailor-made for larger groups or virtual teaching, making it an ideal solution for classrooms without a chalkboard or whiteboard. Designed to seamlessly align with the Foundational Phonics Level 7 curriculum, this PowerPoint includes the Week 1 lessons that lay a strong foundation for your students’ reading success: Consonant Digraphs 1: Introduction to -ng Consonant Digraphs 2: Practice with -ng Consonant Digraphs 3: Introduction to -nk Consonant Digraphs 4: Practice with -nk Week 1 Checkup: Formative Assessment With these engaging slides at your fingertips, you can confidently teach words featuring the -ng and -nk consonant digraphs, empowering your students to grasp phonics concepts with ease! But that’s not all—this presentation also includes slides to teach the concept of alliteration. Plus, it’s fully customizable to meet your unique classroom needs. Add, delete, and rearrange slides to create a personalized learning experience for your students. While the fonts, photographs, and artwork are securely locked to maintain quality, rest assured that this presentation remains easy to use and highly effective. Still not convinced? Hear it straight from fellow educators who have witnessed remarkable improvements in their students’ reading abilities using our materials. Maria V. raves, “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 let this opportunity pass you by! Experience the transformation in your classroom or virtual teaching today. Download Consonant Digraphs -ng & -nk Phonics Slides | PowerPoint 19 and discover the difference it can make for your students. Get ready to revolutionize the way you teach phonics, captivate your students’ minds, and unlock their reading potential. Embrace the power of our phonics presentation and watch your students’ reading abilities soar to new heights! 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: 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 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. 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

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 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

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? Email me at: pplumer@waltzingblossomliteracy.com 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 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 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. Questions? Email me at: pplumer@waltzingblossomliteracy.com Thanks for stopping by! Paula Plumer Waltzing Blossom Literacy

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

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

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

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

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