1st Edition
The Right Start to Phonics A Guide to Supporting Excellence in Early Phonics
Part One
Introduction
1. Early Phonics and the Early Years Foundation Stage
2. Research into Early Phonics
3. The Adult and Early Phonics
4. Phonics across the Learning Environment
Part Two - Early Phonics Activities
5. Introduction to Part Two
6. Sounds Around
7. Sounds We Make
8. Sounds With Words
Appendix
Biography
Rose Blair has been an Early Years teacher for almost four decades, spending most of the past decade as an EY adviser for one of England’s leading national school improvement providers. She founded The Right Start EY Consultancy based in North Yorkshire, supporting all areas of the EYFS, with expertise in early literacy.
'Finally...a book just about Early Phonics! This no-nonsense text provides a wide range of practical ideas to support early phonic development. Whether you're based here in the UK or elsewhere in the world, this is a must-read!’
Matthew Klimcke, Education Consultant
‘Rose Blair draws upon her extensive work in Early Years settings and classrooms to draw together the statutory requirements in relation to the early development of literacy and provision that supports the foundations of later, proficient reading. Blair offers accessible theory alongside lessons from classrooms and settings across the country. It is refreshing to see a book give such generous space to practitioner voice, too often neglected in writing on this vitally important topic. Blair makes clear her commitment to inclusivity. She offers a range of practical solutions to the question of how best to meet the needs of diverse cohorts, and - like a sharply enunciated sound - makes crystal clear the critical importance of a rich and empowering foundation of early language development.’
Martin Galway, National Literacy Trust
‘A wonderfully informative book for supporting your underpinning knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS), recognising the value of play based learning and enabling environments when teaching Early Phonics to young children. This book can offer practical strategies, solutions and useful resources to assist inclusive educators and practitioners in their role in supporting children to master the vital skills they need and develop in the Early Phonics.’
Emma Pyrah, Healthcare Play Specialist
'This book is full of playful, active and fun ideas to help young children develop the auditory skills they need to access the phonic code... It’s affordability, accessibility and adaptability across settings make it highly impactful.'
Teach Early Years Awards
