Phonics Handbook

Description

This book by Tom Nicholson, takes a phonological approach and is set out in lesson plans that can be used instantly, requiring no preparation. It is the result of five years’ research trials in reading clinics directed by the author. It contains diagnostic assessments of phoneme awareness, basic decoding skills, invented spelling, writing, and attitudes to reading. There is also a test of word reading and an informal miscue analysis. It includes advice on helping students with English as a second language, as well as those with difficulties ranging from dyslexia to motivation and attention problems. Whether the aim is to reinforce spelling, assist reading comprehension, or teach ‘hard to teach’ students, this book gives ‘research based’ advice on best practice. It is presented in A4 with 400+ pages.