Phonics is the method of teaching children how to connect sounds with letters or groups of letters. It forms the foundation of reading and writing by helping children decode words confidently and independently.
At Joyful Minds, we believe every child can become a joyful reader! Phonics helps children:
Recognize letter sounds
Blend sounds to read words
Segment words to spell
Build strong reading fluency and comprehension
Phonics is different from traditional reading because it teaches children how to read by breaking words into sounds. Instead of memorizing whole words, kids learn the sounds each letter makes and how to blend them. This helps them read new words confidently and builds a strong foundation for spelling and writing too.