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What is Structured Literacy?

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Have you heard the term Structured Literacy? What exactly is structured literacy?  I’m so glad you asked! Let’s explore what it means and why it’s an important to know about it. *This post contains affiliate links. What is Structured Literacy? Structured literacy refers to a specific way or method in which literacy skills and strategies are taught using explicit, systematic,…
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Ten Frame Clip Cards – Trace & Clip

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You’ll love how these free Ten Frame Clip Cards integrate handwriting for numbers 0-20 and fine motor skills! Find all our Counting & Number Sense Printables. *Grab these free clip cards by scrolling towards the END of this post and clicking on the teal download button. If you have trouble downloading, be sure to click on the “downloading & printing…
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Tips for Teaching High Frequency Words

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Are you tired of teaching high frequency words only to have your learners forget them? Then buckle up for some tips and tricks to help you teach these words, especially for kids who struggle. High frequency words are known by many names. Sight words. Heart words. Popcorn words. No matter what you call them, the tips I’m going to share…
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Phonemic Awareness Dot Pages

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These NO RPEP phonemic awareness dot pages are a great way to help your learners listen for beginning, middle, and ending sounds in words. You might also like our Dot the Phonemes Worksheets. *Grab the free printable by clicking on the teal download button towards the END of this post.   Phonemic Awareness Dot Pages Phonemic awareness is the ability…
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Phonological Awareness, Phonemic Awareness, & Phonics

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When it comes to teaching reading and spelling, there are three terms that are used often: phonological awareness, phonemic awareness, and phonics.  But what do they mean? How are they the same? How are they different? Do I really need to know the difference? How do you teach each one? Such great questions! Let’s explore together.   The Differences Between…
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