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Unit 1: Science of Reading Based Curriculum

Unit 1 - ABCs

The Guided Phonics + Beyond Curriculum offers a Science of Reading-aligned approach that supports whole-group and small-group phonics instruction. Unit 1, designed for Pre-Readers, builds foundational phonological awareness, letter identification, and handwriting skills, using a multisensory approach to make the alphabet engaging. With 25 adaptable lessons, students explore sound articulation, beginning sound sorting, and letter fluency. This unit provides tools like sound cards, articulation cards, decodable readers, and alphabet charts, available in digital and printable formats for Seesaw and Google Slides. Comprehensive assessments and fluency practices ensure a thorough, engaging introduction to literacy skills for young learners.

The Guided Phonics + Beyond® Curriculum is your ultimate resource for effective, Science of Reading (SOR)-aligned phonics instruction. This comprehensive program offers everything educators need to provide whole-group and small-group instruction, all within a meticulously crafted SOR-based scope and sequence. Empower your students with a solid foundation in reading using these carefully designed materials, which are flexible, adaptable, and proven to deliver results.

Why Choose Guided Phonics + Beyond®?

  • 100% SOR-Aligned: All materials are aligned with best practices from the Science of Reading.

  • Comprehensive & Hassle-Free: Every lesson plan and printable follows a structured, research-based sequence, eliminating the stress of alignment.

  • Versatile for Educators: Designed for both whole-group and small-group settings, the curriculum adapts to your teaching style and students' needs.

Key Features

  • Professional Development: Includes a Complimentary Professional Development Course to support implementation.

  • Massive Savings: The Growing Bundle is on sale for 50% off, providing a cost-effective solution for your phonics instruction needs.

  • Sound Wall Ready: All the necessary components for implementing a sound wall are included.

What’s Included?

Materials

  • 125 Decodable Readers (+25 ABC readers)

  • Digital Decodables: Pre-loaded for Seesaw and Google Slides.

  • Skill-Building Tools:

    • Word Mapping Mats

    • Word Chains

    • Dictation Drills

    • Sound Cards

    • High-Frequency Word Cards (decodable and irregular)

  • Practice Resources:

    • 150 Decodable Drill Sheets

    • 150 Printable Practice Sheets

    • 150 Home Connection Sheets

    • 125 All-in-One Text Sheets

  • Assessments:

    • Pre and Post-Tests

    • Post-Reading Comprehension Sheets (Units 3+)

    • Multisyllabic Word Sheets (Units 2+)

Formats

  • Multiple formats of decodables, including fold books, cut-and-staple books, mini-readers, and digital options.

Scope and Sequence Overview

Unit 1: Pre-Readers

  • Focus: Phonological awareness, letter identification, sounds, and handwriting.

  • Highlights: Alphabet songs, charts, hunts, multisensory learning, articulation, and fluency activities.

Unit 2: CVC Words

  • Focus: Phonemic awareness, letter sounds, word building, and decodable reading.

  • Highlights: High-frequency word practice, confidence-building strategies, fluency support.

Unit 3: Digraphs and Blends

  • Focus: Phonemic awareness, digraphs, blends, and multisyllabic words.

  • Highlights: Comprehensive review and practice with challenging word structures.

Unit 4: CVCe Words

  • Focus: Long vowel patterns, word building, and decodable reading.

  • Highlights: Structured progression through vowel patterns with high-frequency word integration.

Unit 5: Ending Blends & R-Controlled Words

  • Focus: Mastery of blends and r-controlled vowels.

  • Highlights: Activities for ending blends and challenging word patterns.

Unit 6: Vowel Pairs & Diphthongs

  • Focus: Advanced vowel patterns and diphthongs.

  • Highlights: In-depth practice with combinations like "ai," "ea," "oi," and more.

The Quick List

  • Covers 275 days of instruction across six units.

  • Each lesson includes two days of material for flexible pacing.

  • Comprehensive Tools: Lesson cards, assessments, drill sheets, practice materials, and more.

Why Educators Love It

  • Research-Based: Developed with extensive research and educator input.

  • Flexible Implementation: Adaptable to various teaching styles and student needs.

  • Teacher-Friendly: Save time and effort with ready-to-use lesson plans and printables.


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October 7th, 2024

I can't rave about this resource enough! I have loved using it with my class. I like the pace of it and I went through LETRS training and this aligns perfectly with that! My students are starting to get in the routine with how these lessons go!

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Tara West Teacher & Author

Tara West is a dedicated educator and the founder of Little Minds at Work, an educational platform designed to provide teachers with creative and engaging resources for early childhood education. With a focus on developing innovative lesson plans, classroom strategies, and activities, Tara brings her passion for teaching to life, empowering teachers to foster meaningful learning experiences for their students.

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