Elementary Literacy Hub: Mastering Reading Fundamentals
The power of reading starts here. These resources are designed to help students confidently tackle phonics, sight words, reading fluency, and basic grammar necessary for strong communication.
Key Areas of Reading Development
Phonics & Decoding
Building blocks of reading: connecting letters to sounds, segmenting words, and rapidly recognizing high-frequency sight words.
- Short/Long Vowel Practice
- CVC Word Families
- Dolch and Fry Sight Word Lists
Understanding Stories
Techniques for comprehending stories, identifying characters, settings, plots, and retelling narratives accurately.
- Asking 'Who, What, Where, When'
- Predicting Outcomes
- Identifying Main Idea vs. Details
Basic Writing & Grammar
Focus on forming complete sentences, using correct punctuation, and structuring short, simple narrative and informative pieces.
- Parts of a Simple Sentence
- Punctuation Practice (., ?, !)
- Narrative Story Starters
External Resources for Early Literacy Development
Starfall Education (Reading Focus)
Interactive phonics and reading games for K-3 students.
Reading Rockets (Parent/Teacher Guides)
Expert advice on teaching kids to read and helping struggling readers.
ABCYa! (Educational Games)
Computer activities focusing on spelling, vocabulary, and keyboard skills.
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