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Alpha-Phonics A Primer for Beginning Readers
Alpha-Phonics is a comprehensive reading instruction program designed to empower beginners of all ages. This program aims to provide tutors, parents, and teachers with an easy-to-use tool to teach reading.
With carefully drafted exercises and lessons, readers will develop strong reading skills to tackle words and sentences easily. Alpha-Phonics aims to play a fundamental role in language development with effective teaching methods.
It aims to revolutionize homeschooling and the overall education setup by introducing more than 3,500 words in its simple 128 lessons. It offers tried and tested solutions for learners learning to read or trying to improve their grip over spelling.
It also works very well for older, even grown adults, students who need remediation. It is highly endorsed by leading homeschooling product reviewers Cathy Duffy and Mary Pride.
Simplicity is something that makes Alpha-Phonics work so well.
The foundation of Alpha-Phonics lies in simplifying lessons, as the beginner can start reading simple sentences by lesson three. Sometimes, it can happen as early as the first day.
Result? You can sense the reading success on the very first day.
Other programs often end up making things a little more complicated. They inject grammar, pictures, and other material that can make it hard for a learner to grasp the true essence of the lessons. With Alpha-Phonics, you teach only reading.
Out of many elements that make Alpha-Phonics stand out is a BONUS in that you EASILY teach SPELLING as you go, lesson by lesson. Parents and tutors can spend a few minutes with each lesson doing oral and written dictation to teach spelling.
The Robinson Curriculum organization regularly recommends Alpha-Phonics for learners struggling with phonograms. Alpha-Phonics works exceptionally well in teaching phonics, systematic phonics, or teaching English as a second language.
There is also a 24/7 Helpline if you need assistance and a practice workbook.
With carefully drafted exercises and lessons, readers will develop strong reading skills to tackle words and sentences easily. Alpha-Phonics aims to play a fundamental role in language development with effective teaching methods.
It aims to revolutionize homeschooling and the overall education setup by introducing more than 3,500 words in its simple 128 lessons. It offers tried and tested solutions for learners learning to read or trying to improve their grip over spelling.
It also works very well for older, even grown adults, students who need remediation. It is highly endorsed by leading homeschooling product reviewers Cathy Duffy and Mary Pride.
Simplicity is something that makes Alpha-Phonics work so well.
The foundation of Alpha-Phonics lies in simplifying lessons, as the beginner can start reading simple sentences by lesson three. Sometimes, it can happen as early as the first day.
Result? You can sense the reading success on the very first day.
Other programs often end up making things a little more complicated. They inject grammar, pictures, and other material that can make it hard for a learner to grasp the true essence of the lessons. With Alpha-Phonics, you teach only reading.
Out of many elements that make Alpha-Phonics stand out is a BONUS in that you EASILY teach SPELLING as you go, lesson by lesson. Parents and tutors can spend a few minutes with each lesson doing oral and written dictation to teach spelling.
The Robinson Curriculum organization regularly recommends Alpha-Phonics for learners struggling with phonograms. Alpha-Phonics works exceptionally well in teaching phonics, systematic phonics, or teaching English as a second language.
There is also a 24/7 Helpline if you need assistance and a practice workbook.
- GenresEducationNonfiction
180 pages, Paperback
First published January 1, 1983
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February 10, 2014
I have used this book to teach five of my children to read and it is very teacher friendly.
The fact that it is phonics based allows the students to learn the sounds of letters and digraphs so that they can encounter new words in the future and be able to easily sound them out.
The book begins with single letter sounds like the soft 'a' and then when they get that concept- that each letter has at least one sound, they begin to blend sounds like 'am' and then it moves on to put a sound in front of that 'am' and make it 'Sam.'
At the back of the book are the teacher's lessons which are concise and very helpful. Read each teacher's lesson for the corresponding reading lesson in less than a couple of minutes and you are ready to begin with your student.
It is an easy concept and makes learning to read a smooth event. If you are scared to teach your child to read this is going to be a very pleasant surprise.
The fact that it is phonics based allows the students to learn the sounds of letters and digraphs so that they can encounter new words in the future and be able to easily sound them out.
The book begins with single letter sounds like the soft 'a' and then when they get that concept- that each letter has at least one sound, they begin to blend sounds like 'am' and then it moves on to put a sound in front of that 'am' and make it 'Sam.'
At the back of the book are the teacher's lessons which are concise and very helpful. Read each teacher's lesson for the corresponding reading lesson in less than a couple of minutes and you are ready to begin with your student.
It is an easy concept and makes learning to read a smooth event. If you are scared to teach your child to read this is going to be a very pleasant surprise.
December 24, 2008
Fourth Print, October 2003 & has a different isbn 0815969163 from The Paradigm Co.. Mine is accompanied by a cassett tape.
September 3, 2009
Useful teaching tool for a child learning to read. My daughter can run through the lessons at her own pace. She enjoys these sequential lessons.
July 21, 2023
It has been extremely hard, teaching my five-year-old how to read. With my oldest son, I focused on math at this age, but my middle son is more interested in stories, acting, singing, and the arts. So, I have been trying for the last year to advance his reading a little earlier. He enters kindergarten this fall where they will begin to read, so I know this effort is a bit premature. I started with “How to teach your child to read in 15 minutes a day” and a plethora of alumni and Spectrum books, but none of them caught on like Alphaphonics. My husband used this old school text on our oldest son seven years ago, and I was able to find an old edition through Amazon. It really is the best phonics book out there: simple, straightforward, and consistent. My middle son has been able to learn to read simple sentences in just the first couple weeks of lessons. This is a must-have book for any parent teaching ages 4-6 how to read!
June 6, 2022
A good program. Progresses quickly. However it wasn't interesting enough for my child. He warns to not mix this program with another, but I found the need to introduce Bob books to show value and fun. The book is set up for a class setting and not conducive for an organic learning environment all on its own. I'll continue to use it but not stick to the guidance of using this book as a sole source of use.
September 7, 2022
I used this recently with a child who was not reading at all coming out of 2nd grade. After 3 weeks, he's now reading basic 3-and 4 letter words. While not yet at grade level, let's just say this is far beyond his school's expectations for him. And it's been great for his confidence.
This book gives you the basic concepts of teaching reading. I've heard that you can be flexible with lesson order and move more quickly to advanced words. I'll try that. I think what's important is that you get the concepts and then adjust for the kid you're working with.
This book gives you the basic concepts of teaching reading. I've heard that you can be flexible with lesson order and move more quickly to advanced words. I'll try that. I think what's important is that you get the concepts and then adjust for the kid you're working with.
October 8, 2019
Was a great help in teaching my children to read.
April 26, 2021
Great early primer. Would recommend it.
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January 16, 2022Good book but hardcopy isn't available
September 26, 2012
Although Alpha-Phonics has been around for years, I did not have access to it when my children were learning to read. That is too bad. It would have saved us quite some tears and frustration.
Alpha-Phonics is a clear, simple, and inexpensive systematic phonics program that can be used on its own or in conjunction with another program. It is suitable for beginning readers and is also a resource for those who need special help.
The program consists of
---a book including both Student’s Lessons and a Teacher’s Manual, and
---a CD-ROM, complete with sound....
You can read the rest of my review at my blog, Tea Time with Annie Kate: http://anniekateshomeschoolreviews.co...
Alpha-Phonics is a clear, simple, and inexpensive systematic phonics program that can be used on its own or in conjunction with another program. It is suitable for beginning readers and is also a resource for those who need special help.
The program consists of
---a book including both Student’s Lessons and a Teacher’s Manual, and
---a CD-ROM, complete with sound....
You can read the rest of my review at my blog, Tea Time with Annie Kate: http://anniekateshomeschoolreviews.co...
March 28, 2012
This system is absolutely the best in teaching reading to pre-schoolers and above. It is easy, effective and quick! I highly recommend it to parents.
September 8, 2014
Excellent resource to teach your little ones to read.
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