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Science of Reading Phonological Awareness Poems and Word Ladders ESL

Develop phonological awareness, decoding, and confidence in reading and speaking in English with poems and word ladders.
Fabiola Woerner Bilingual Spanish English Teacher
Average rating:
4.9
Number of reviews:
(177)
Class

What's included

26 live meetings
10 hrs 50 mins in-class hours
Assignments
1-2 hours per week. 1-2 throughout the class
Certificate of Completion
included

Class Experience

US Grade 1 - 3
Class Description:
Reading fluency and comprehension grow when students engage with text in a meaningful and structured way. This class uses partner poems and word ladders to help students develop essential literacy skills, including phonemic awareness, phonics, vocabulary, fluency, and comprehension.

Each class will include:

Partner Poems: Students will read engaging poems designed to improve fluency, rhythm, and expression.
Word Ladders: Interactive exercises that help students recognize word patterns, decode words, and expand their vocabulary.
Comprehension and Discussion: We will break down the meaning of words, phrases, and stanzas to deepen understanding.
Why Take This Class?

Research-Based Approach – Studies show that word ladders improve phonological awareness, decoding skills, and comprehension.
Builds Confidence in Reading – Poetry and structured word play make reading enjoyable and effective.
Expands Vocabulary – Students will engage with new words in a meaningful context.
This class is perfect for emerging and developing readers who need additional support in fluency and comprehension while enjoying engaging reading activities.

Learning Goals

Develop Phonemic Awareness – Recognize and manipulate sounds in words through poetry and word ladder exercises.
Strengthen Phonics Skills – Identify patterns in words, decode unfamiliar words, and build confidence in reading.
learning goal

Syllabus

Standards
Aligned with Common Core State Standards (CCSS)
26 Lessons
over 13 Weeks
Lesson 1:
-ail
 Poem
Word Ladder 
25 mins online live lesson
Lesson 2:
-ain
 Poem
Word Ladder 
25 mins online live lesson
Lesson 3:
-ake
 Poem
Word Ladder 
25 mins online live lesson
Lesson 4:
-ale
 Poem
Word Ladder 
25 mins online live lesson

Other Details

Supply List
Students may purchase Partner Poems and Word Ladders 
https://amzn.to/3CLJX5q
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
4.9
177reviews
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Teacher expertise and credentials
Master's Degree from Michigan State University
Bachelor's Degree in Psychology from Toccoa Falls College
MA TESOL

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$33

weekly

2x per week, 13 weeks
25 min
Live video meetings
Ages: 6-8
4-6 learners per class

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