In this video, students physically tap out word sounds on their arms. The teacher uses total physical response, visual cues, and interactive methods for learning new words. The words of study connect meaningfully to the topics, themes, and texts read.
In this video, the teacher is focuses on teaching high-frequency works in a systematic way. First, a list of previously introduced high-frequency words are reviewed. Next, students identify the words as the teacher reads the morning message. Then, meaning is given to the function words as students practice writing the words using their whiteboards.
In this video, the teacher practices a routine to introduce high-frequency words using elkonin boxes to map out the sounds of the letters.
In Part 3 of the explicit phonics instructional components, the teacher conducts a daily dictation practice on whiteboards with students to observe which sounds and letters are mastered and which ones may need more review. Next, we see the teacher providing brief, student-friendly definitions for a set of words. The students engage in partner discussions[...]
In Part 2 of the explicit phonics instructional components, the teacher introduces a new concept (sound and letter pattern) to students and models pronunciation and expectations. This portion of instruction is often referred to as the “I do.” Next, the students are guided and supported as they work collaboratively to match words to the beginning[...]