Phonics is more than just letter sounds—it’s the foundation for confident, lifelong reading. From playful games and apps to structured, research-backed programs, parents and educators now have ...

Anna Scretching-Cole teaches about the diagraphs th and wh. Anna Scretching-Cole teaches about the diagraphs th and wh by writing and spelling words. Digraphs are two letters that represent one sound.

Phonics doesn’t have to feel like a chore—when you mix it with play, it can spark joy and accelerate learning. From interactive apps to hands-on classroom games, educators are finding creative ways to ...

Welcome back to "Teaching in Room 9". Our region's largest classroom. My name is Julia. I'm one of the second grade teachers at The Soulard School, and here for "Teaching in Room 9", this time around ...

Ever heard of a digraph? It’s “two letters that come together to make one sound,” Troup kindergartener Jose told his classmates. That was just one of the many takeaways from Gyna Grant’s kindergarten ...

Rhyming games are key to helping children with their understanding of different word sounds and the rhythm of words. This can be hugely helpful for their language skills as they build to talking in ...