by Dani Davidson | Sep 4, 2025 | How to Read, Uncategorized
Once children feel confident reading simple CVC words like cat, dog, and sun, they’re ready to take the next big step in phonics — learning CCVC words. These are words that start with consonant blends, such as bl-, st-,...
by Dani Davidson | Aug 21, 2025 | Uncategorized
Before children can learn to read, they must first learn to hear the sounds that make up words. This important pre-reading skill is called phonological awareness, and it forms the foundation of all literacy development. Preschoolers who develop strong...
by Dani Davidson | Jun 14, 2025 | How to Read, How to Spell, How to Write, Uncategorized
When it comes to teaching young children the alphabet, one common question parents and educators ask is: Should I teach lowercase or uppercase letters first? While both are important, there’s a clear advantage to starting with lowercase...
by Dani Davidson | Jun 9, 2025 | How to Spell, Uncategorized
Helping your child learn to read at home doesn’t have to be overwhelming. One of the best places to start is with CVC words—simple, three-letter words that follow a consonant-vowel-consonant pattern. These words form the foundation of early reading, and...
by Dani Davidson | Jun 8, 2025 | How to Read, How to Spell, Uncategorized
If you’re teaching a child how to read, you’ve probably come across the term CVC words — but what does that mean, and how do short vowel CVC printables help early readers? In this post, we’ll break it down and explain how these handy resources can...
