Phonics is Fun 4 introduces young learners to consonant blends and digraphs, helping them take the next step in their phonics journey. This course is designed for children who have a solid understanding of basic phonics, long vowels, and are ready to build more complex reading and spelling skills. Students will explore a variety of consonant blends, such as bl, st, gr, and pl, and digraphs, such as sh, ch, ph, and wh, through engaging activities like songs, chants, and interactive games. They will practice blending these sounds to form and read more challenging words, helping them increase fluency and accuracy in both reading and writing. Course Objectives: By the end of the course, students will be able to:

• Identify and pronounce common consonant blends at the beginning and end of words.
• Identify and pronounce consonant digraphs at the beginning and end of words.
• Blend consonant sounds to read more complex words with ease.
• Develop reading fluency by recognizing and decoding words with consonant blends.
• Spell words containing consonant blends correctly.

Key Features:

• A focus on consonant blends, enhancing word recognition and decoding skills.
• Fun and interactive activities, including songs, chants, and games, to reinforce learning.
• Practice reading and spelling words with blends to boost fluency.
• Visual aids and exercises that cater to different learning styles.
• Clear progression from basic phonics to more advanced reading and spelling.

Target Audience: This course is ideal for young learners who have completed Phonics is Fun 3 or have a solid grasp of long vowels and are ready to advance their reading and spelling skills with consonant blends.