This program meets Common Core kindergarten reading standards and builds upon the concepts of phonological awareness introduced in volume 1. Kids will demonstrate greater understanding of spoken words, syllables, and sounds (phonemes), sound out three letter words that follow a pattern, with vowel sounds in the middle, find words that share sounds, and finally, put all of those skills together to make longer words with several different sounds. On-screen, multiple-choice reviews at the end of each segment reinforce important concepts and make learning fun.
Tips for Parents
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Here's how to talk to your child about it
After watching the video, your child learned how to sound out three-letter words (CVC words) with vowel sounds in the middle, identify words that share sounds, and build longer words using phonological awareness skills.
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Some activities you can do with your child now
- Help your child build CVC words using consonant-vowel-consonant pattern like CAT, BUG, and DOG. - Play a word-building game with your child by asking them to identify CVC words like CAT. - Encourage your child to practice sounding out three-letter words following patterns, like BUT and DIG. - Engage in rhyming word activities with your child using words like CAT, HAT, and BAT.
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Pretend play with your child
GAME: Bug Builder Phonics Adventure INSTRUCTIONS: Start by naming CVC words like CAT, BUG, and DOG. Then, play 'Climb the Ladder' using rhyming words and beginning sounds to build related words. Finish by piecing together syllables to sound out words like TRUCK. Have fun exploring word families and becoming a Word Wizard!
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1 take away from the video for your child
"Building words is like building bugs - with three part bodies. By understanding patterns, we can create words. Keep learning and exploring the world of books, your child."
