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Phonological vs Phonemic Awareness vs Phonics: K–2 Guide

Phonological vs Phonemic Awareness vs Phonics: K–2 Guide

In primary classrooms, we hear these three terms often: Phonological Awareness, Phonemic Awareness, and Phonics. They sound alike. They all contain the word phon. And yet, they are very distinct. This blog will explore the differences and give some examples for the K-2 classroom phonological…

Kindergarten Screening: A Peek Into a Child’s Mind

Kindergarten Screening: A Peek Into a Child’s Mind

  Kindergarten speech and language screenings are part of the educational requirement. I typically do these the first week of school giving me a chance to meet each of the new students. The purpose of the screening is to pick up any student that might…