Jolly Phonics

somethingsgottogive

Try this as well, it's got lots of games based on the Oxford Reading Tree series http://www.bbc.co.uk/schools/magickey/

budgetboo

I like clicknread - an internet program that's so much cheaper than jolly phonics (you can pass it onto siblings etc when you are done).

Jolly phonics just seems so expensive compared to other schemes. For books I'm square and my loyalty remains with Ladybird.

maman

Definitely talk to your child's teacher. I think it's admirable that you want to help at home:T The teacher should give you good advice about where to start. Now is a great time to ask because you can do bits and pieces in the Easter break that will stop your child getting rusty.

ScarlettsMum

We use ruth miskin's phonic programme at our school. Would def recommend if your child's school don't use a particular programme

Well done on wanting to help your child. I recommend trying to use the same method they use in school so you don't confuse your child if at all possible.

thebookpeople often sell sets of phonicsbased reading books quite cheaplyif its reading your worried about.

zippybungle

Thanks for all replies.
I have bought a set of Jolly Phonics Books (£7 for 7 books on Amazon) and also a CD.

At home we also have loads of Ladybird Books and the Oxford Reading Tree Books from the book people and my son is quite keen on trying to read those.

Zippy x

jo132000

Yes, asking the teacher is the best advice on how to procede, as different schools use different methods so it won't help to confuse him even more. The flashcards are really helpful, plus they do a cd with simple songs on that are really catchy and get into your head. Plus the teacher maybe able to get you worksheets, which help with tracing the letters and sounds, so it will help with letter recongition as well as sound.

I'm training to be a teaching assistant in a school and love using jolyphonics, as it really does allow all age groups to get involved and as extra support, it certainly wouldn't hinder him. Also simple tasks like when out shopping him, asking him to maybe point out things that start with a certain letter or look at letters/signs.

Hope this helps and best of luck with it all

sumsup

I'm not a huge fan of Jolly Phonics ( I have worked at a school that uses it and think it over emphases the actions). I prefer Read Write Inc - their teaching of each letter/sound includes how to write the letter too. You can buy their flash cards, books etc on Amazon/Ebay.
For older children who need a freesh start, try The Writing Road to Reading, by Romalda Spalding - it's little used in the Uk but every effective. Good luck, and your son is fortunate to have a mummy so keen to help him!

shirlgirl2004

I like www.readingeggs.co.uk you can get a 2 week (I think) trial before you subscribe.

LJM

i think jolly phonics is a good base start for the phonic teaching i have used it with both my girls in the past and found they were quick to pick it up they enjoyed the work books and the dvd