Time2Read Grade 0 Workbook (Set of 3)

In Grade R, most activities are done using manipulatives, which can be found in the Teacher Guide. The workbook is then used to apply these essential skills and consolidate all learning.

Part 1 addresses the following skills:

• 26-symbols of the alphabet: Assigning phonetic sound to symbol (as opposed to their letter name, i.e. ‘ay, bee, cee, dee’). Please see the next page for the suggested order and time allocation.
• Word building: Identifying the sounds within the words and then mapping them with their symbol.
• Letter formation: Providing a recommended roadmap to correct letter formation, as outlined below:

– Forming the individual letters using the LEFT hand (see worksheets).

– Speaking the sounds out loud while tracing the letters with their finger (see worksheets).

– Writing between the provided lines with their finger.

– Using many different mediums, like: sand, shaving cream, tiles,on their friends’ backs etc.

• Pre-reading is nurtured through the skill of blending. Children should say the letters and then blend them into words. Should your child struggle with this activity, the following is recommended:

– NEVER show irritation – some children just need more time than others to master the skill of blending.
– After your child reads the sounds, quickly repeat these sounds back to your child. After about 2/3 weeks your child will be able to blend independently.
– Say the sounds in a slurred way – this will enable him/her to identify the word with greater ease.
– While traveling in the car, practise verbal blending. Be sure to congratulate your child for every correct response.

Part 2 focuses on developing sound/symbol recognition within word families. This results in greater fluency and confidence for:

• sound/symbol association
• word building
• blending.