Learn to Read W/Phonics, Sight Words, & Friends! Lev 1 TK - 1St English Reading

Overview
In this ongoing 3-day-a-week class (Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday), children will build confidence as emerging readers while making friends in a cheerful and engaging environment. This class is designed for learners who know their alphabet and phonetic sounds at a minimum. Some learners may already read simple words or sentences, such as "The cat can sit," and are ready to strengthen their foundational reading skills. Whether your child is just beginning to blend words or is looking to solidify their early reading abilities, this class provides a supportive environment tailored to meet each learner’s unique needs.

What to Expect
Every class is thoughtfully structured to ensure learners make steady progress while having fun. A typical session includes:

*Class Greeting: Welcoming students to create a warm and inclusive atmosphere.

*Daily Agenda: Reviewing the day’s activities to build predictability and structure.

*Top 18 Words: Introducing and practicing, by spelling and reading,  the 18 most commonly used words in the English language, which form a foundation for early reading and fluency.

*Sight Words: Learning six new words weekly through spelling, writing, reading, and sentence-building activities.

*Phonics Practice: Rotating through alphabet sounds, digraphs, blends, and other essential phonics skills.

*CVC Words: Practicing consonant-vowel-consonant word families for blending and fluency.

*Themed Lessons: Exploring fun and engaging themes like "Puppy Week" to spark curiosity and make learning enjoyable.

*Storytime: Reading short stories together to build fluency and comprehension skills.

*Comprehension Activities: Answering questions and discussing themes related to the story.

*Interactive Online Games: Introducing customized weekly games that align with our class focus. These engaging games provide extra 
practice outside of class and reinforce key skills.

*Show and Tell: Encouraging learners to share favorite toys, stories, or experiences to build social connections while developing descriptive vocabulary and fostering confidence in public speaking.

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Optional Worksheet Packet

A weekly worksheet packet will be provided for extra practice outside of class. These packets are optional but highly beneficial for reinforcing the skills and concepts taught in class. Parents can decide how much time their learner dedicates to these activities based on their schedule and preferences.

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Placement Advice

This class is designed for transitional kindergarten (TK) to late first-grade learners, as well as older children who are struggling to learn to read and need help with foundational skills. If your child can read 90% of this paragraph independently:

The kids like to play.
They play in the park.
They go down the slide and swing on the swings.

Then this class may not be the best fit. Instead, consider enrolling in my more advanced class: Learn to Read with Phonics, Sight Words, and Friends! 1st & 2nd Grade: https://outschool.com/classes/learn-to-read-wphonics-sight-words-and-friends-lev-2-1st-3rd-english-reading-u4clC0gH

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Why Choose This Class?

*Personalized Attention: Every learner participates in reading and activities, ensuring individual progress. Don't worry if your learner is a little shy.  They will be gently encouraged to participate when they are ready.

*Confidence-Building Curriculum: Structured lessons help learners know what to expect, reducing anxiety and fostering success.

*Flexible Teaching Style: I adapt to each learner’s reading level, providing the right amount of challenge.

*Warm and Engaging Atmosphere: I build relationships with my students by remembering their interests and encouraging them to share in class.

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Additional Notes

This is an ongoing class, meaning learners can join at any time and progress at their own pace. You do not need to worry about your learner being behind when entering the class, as I tailor the lessons to meet each student’s current skill level and help them grow from there. Each learner’s journey is unique, so comparisons between students are unnecessary—progress is individualized and celebrated!

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Ready to Get Started?

If you're looking for a class that provides personalized attention, builds confidence, and nurtures a love of reading, this is the perfect opportunity for your learner. Join us today and watch your child thrive as they take their next steps in reading!


Class schedule and Common Core Standards

12/29/24 - 1/4/25	CVC words and letter sounds	CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RF.K.2.D

1/5/25 - 1/11/25	Short vowel sound CVC words	CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RF.1.3.B

1/12/25 - 1/18/25	Alphabet review/short vowel sounds.	CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RF.K.1.D

1/19/25 - 1/25/25	Alphabet review/CVC words	CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RF.K.1.D

1/26/25 - 2/1/25	CVC word ending - at	CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RF.1.3.B

2/2/25 - 2/8/25	Read & Draw worksheets	CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RF.1.3.G

2/9/25 - 2/15/25	Bossy/Silent E	CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RF.1.3.C

2/16/25 - 2/22/25	TH digraph	CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RF.1.3.A

2/23/25 - 3/1/25	SH digraph	CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RF.1.3.A

3/2/25 - 3/8/25	WH digraph	CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RF.1.3.A

3/9/25 - 3/15/25	Reading Hop on Pop book 	CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RF.K.4

3/16/25 - 3/22/25	PH digraph	CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RF.1.3.A

3/23/25 - 3/29/25	Reading Comprehension	CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.1.1

3/30/25 - 4/5/25	Sounding out and reading CVC words	CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RF.1.3.B

4/6/25 - 4/12/25	Memory games	CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.L.1.5

4/13/25 - 4/19/25	Short vowels - beginning/middle/ending	CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RF.1.3.A

4/20/25 - 4/26/25 - CVC words and rhyming - CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RF.K.2.A

4/27/25 - 5/3/25	Affixes 	CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.L.1.4.B

5/4/25 - 5/10/25	Compound words	CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RF.1.3.E

5/11/25 - 5/17/25	Silent E, Magic E or BossyE	CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RF.1.3.C

5/18/25 - 5/24/25	Long vowel sounds/CVCe	CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RF.1.3.C

5/25/25 - 5/31/25	PH digraph	CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RF.1.3.A

6/1/25 - 6/7/25	Word form of numbers 1-5 (one-five)	CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.K.CC.A.3

6/8/25 - 6/14/25	Word form of numbers 6-10 (six-ten)	CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.K.CC.A.3

6/15/25 - 6/21/25	Double consonant words - ALL & ILL	CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RF.1.3.B

6/22/25 - 6/28/25	Double consonant words -ell, -oll, and -ull	CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RF.1.3.B