Alphabet Sounds Word Study 2.0

Alphabet Sounds Word Study 2.0

This Reading Mama, LLC – Commercial – iOS
out of 17 votes
Latest Version
2.0

Teaching children to spell goes beyond simple memorization of spelling words for weekly tests. Effective methods focus on developmentally appropriate, hands-on approaches rather than rote learning. Word Study, a well-researched spelling technique, aims to unveil the logic and consistencies within written language systems to help students master word recognition, spelling, and definitions (Words Their Way, Bear, et al., 2012).

Word Study considers students' comprehension levels to determine the starting point for spelling instructions, analyzing their misspellings of various word patterns. It engages students in activities that require the analysis, manipulation, and creation of logical generalizations about word spellings.

Key skills for early readers and writers revolve around recognizing letters and their sounds. Initially, identifying beginning letter sounds is easier for young learners, as seen in their inventive spellings. Progression typically involves grasping ending sounds before advancing to middle vowel sounds and more complex features like blends and digraphs.

The Alphabet Sounds App aligns with the spelling development theory elucidated by Becky Spence in "Teaching Kids to Spell," offering engaging letter activities across four levels: Beginning Sounds, Ending Sounds, Middle/Vowel Sounds, and Blends and Digraphs. Each level includes four interactive activities:

  • Sort It! - Categorize letters based on their sounds using visual cues like shopping scenes or the beach.
  • Find It! - Identify the picture with a distinct sound among a set of four.
  • Spell It! - Arrange spelling tiles to complete words depicted in images.
  • Write It! - Trace or write letters at varying stages of difficulty.

Furthermore, the app features an entertaining section where children can engage in playful interactions with letters and sounds through games like BINGO, matching activities, and a slingshot game.

Acknowledgment: Special thanks to Kinka Art for providing clip art for this educational application.

Extra Resources for Alphabet Learning:

  • Teaching Kids to Spell: A Developmental Approach to Spelling by Becky Spence
  • Learning the Alphabet - Printable ABC packs designed to teach letters and sounds
  • Tips for Teaching Letters and Letter Sounds
  • 101 Alphabet Activities and Printables
  • Alphabet Playdough Mats

Overview

Alphabet Sounds Word Study is a Commercial software in the category Education developed by This Reading Mama, LLC.

The latest version of Alphabet Sounds Word Study is 2.0, released on 04/27/2024. It was initially added to our database on 04/27/2024.

Alphabet Sounds Word Study runs on the following operating systems: iOS.

Users of Alphabet Sounds Word Study gave it a rating of 3 out of 5 stars.

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