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The relationship between letters (graphemes) of written language and the sounds (phonemes) of spoken language.

More than simply decoding (reading the words)

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Includes both long and short vowel sounds.

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Phonics helps students know the relationships between written letters and spoken sounds. Having this skill helps children decode new words to add to their vocabulary knowledge while reading and writing.

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Explicit phonics instruction is more beneficial to a young learner than no phonics instruction. The clear teaching of letter-to-sound relationships of consonants and vowels is imperative to building a strong reading foundation.

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Students understand the relationships of letters, sounds, patterns of letters, and origins of words.

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Benefits of Systematic and Explicit Phonics Instruction: 

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Benefits of Systematic and Explicit Phonics Instruction: 

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-  word recognition and spelling
- reading comprehension due to ability to read accurately and quickly
- benefits all children, regardless of what they bring with them in their "invisible backpacks"
- supports readers and learners of all reading abilities, especially those who struggle with reading
- concepts can be taught at younger ages, in earliest stages of reading, and is most effective when done so

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Could be done during morning work time, or as early work if students finish working on an activity early, to reinforce phonics.