We use Zoo Phonics to teach the letter sounds quickly. This method allows students to begin blending sounds to read words within the first month of school. For at-home practice, you can write letters on paper or make letter flash cards and ask your child which animal represents each letter. Be sure to have your child say the sound and make the motion for each letter.
In class, we say the animals' names by repeating the first sound twice before each part of the name. This helps students understand the first sound in words quickly. For example, we say /a/ /a/ Allie /a/ /a/ Alligator.
Watch this video to see the animals and hear their sounds. The motions are a VERY important part of this program. We do the motions for Timmy Tiger and Vincent Vampire Bat differently than this teacher--ask your child to show you what we do.
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