Effective Phonics Instruction

Circle Effective Phonics Instruction: A Routine for Teaching Spelling is an essential resource for any K–2 classroom. This guide introduces a clear, five-step instructional routine that supports explicit, systematic phonics instruction, no matter which phonics program you use. With ready-to-use lesson plan templates, sample lessons, and research-based activities, teachers are equipped to deliver effective, engaging instruction. The included English-language spelling pattern generalizations demystify phonics, helping educators confidently teach when and why different letter-sound correspondences are used, making phonics instruction easier for both teachers and students.