Phonics: what is it really?

Some of the myths associated with teaching phonics

Some teachers are really sold on phonics, and believe it's everything that a beginning reader needs. Unfortunately, it's not true.

Teaching phonics

How to make teaching phonics effective and fun

I have had the privilege of seeing children taught phonics in many different schools, ranging from international schools, bilingual, Thai schools and even language schools. I have seen Phonics taught brilliantly at times and at other times not so well.

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