The Guided Phonics + Beyond Curriculum is an all-inclusive phonics program grounded in the Science of Reading, crafted to support whole-group and small-group phonics learning. Unit 2: CVC Words focuses on foundational phonics skills as students progress through consonant-vowel-consonant word construction and practice letter sounds. With 25 adaptable lessons, it offers engaging phonemic awareness routines, blending drills, decodable texts, and vocabulary practice, reinforcing new skills with interactive tools like sound cards, word mapping, and word chains. Available digitally and in print, it includes resources for class and home, ensuring a comprehensive learning experience that adapts to various teaching needs.
Unlock the power of Science of Reading with the Guided Phonics + Beyond® Curriculum! Designed with meticulous attention to detail and rooted in the best practices of SOR, this curriculum equips educators with all the tools they need to guide both whole-group and small-group phonics instruction effectively.
Duration: 25 lessons, each designed to span 2 days of instruction (lasting 25–50 academic days).
Scope: Students progress through a carefully structured sequence of letter-sound reviews, CVC word building, and reading exercises that spiral upon prior learning.
Core Materials
Scope and Sequence: Editable and flexible to suit your schedule and student needs.
50 Lesson Plans: Editable plans with specific routines for skill-building.
26 Sound Cards: Visual aids for sound introduction and review.
High-Frequency Word Cards: Decodable and irregular word versions for fluency practice.
Practice Resources
25 Decodable Drill Sheets: Focused skill practice.
25 Home Connection Sheets: Skills review for at-home practice.
25 Printable Practice Sheets: Reinforce daily learning.
25 Word Chain Mats & Letter Tile Sets: Build and manipulate CVC words.
25 Decodable Readers: Printable and digital formats (Seesaw & Google Slides).
25 Nonsense Word Drill Sheets: Improve decoding skills.
Vocabulary Practice Sheets: Daily vocabulary development.
Interactive Tools
Sound Blending Strips: For mastering blending techniques.
Map It Mats: Word mapping templates for skill-based and high-frequency words.
Dictation Mats: Practice writing letters, words, and sentences.
Rime Cards: Focus on specific rimes for phonemic awareness.
Vowel Sticks: Identify and practice vowel sounds.
Phonemic Awareness: Built-in oral routines using “I do, we do, you do” modeling.
Sound Card Drills: Introduce and review target sounds with corresponding visuals.
Blending Practice: Opportunities to blend and decode words using blending strips and letter cards.
Word Mapping: Map high-frequency and skill-based words to strengthen decoding and encoding skills.
Dictation Practice: Listen and write sounds, words, and sentences for reinforcement.
Decodable Pre-Reading: Review sounds, words, and high-frequency terms before reading.
Decodable Reader: Practice decoding and fluency with printed or digital readers.
Home Connection: Send home a review sheet to reinforce skills learned in class.
Nonsense Word Drills: Build confidence and fluency in decoding unfamiliar words.
Word Chains: Manipulate sounds in words to strengthen phonemic awareness.
Vocabulary Practice: Introduce and review key vocabulary from the lesson.
All decodable books are now preloaded for Seesaw and Google Slides, making it easy to integrate digital resources into your classroom.
Multiple Decodable Formats: Standard fold books, cut-and-staple books, mini one-page readers, and digital versions.
Handwriting Practice: Variety of handwriting mats aligned to the unit's scope and sequence.
Alphabet Charts: Different styles for group or individual use.
Pre & Post Assessments: Track student progress with assessment trackers.
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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.
