About the book
Now in a revised and updated third edition incorporating a decade of additional research and classroom experience, this book has helped over 100,000 primary-grades teachers understand and successfully apply the science of reading in phonics instruction. Isabel L. Beck and Mark E. Beck present innovative approaches to assessing and teaching letter–sound relationships, blending, Word Building, multisyllabic decoding, fluency, and more. A wealth of reproducible forms and word lists can be copied from the book or downloaded and printed; the companion website also features supplemental word lists, word and syllable cards, and 30 illustrated Syllasearch stories. Engaging teacher anecdotes and end-of-chapter \"Your Turn\" activities enhance the book's utility as a professional development resource and course text.
New to This Edition
- Chapter on the key role of phonics in today's literacy programs--with a focus on what is needed for high-quality instruction aligned with the science of reading.
- Chapter on extending Word Building instruction to small groups and individual students.
- Extensive revision of the Syllasearch activity for decoding multisyllabic words.
- Expanded reproducible and downloadable tools, including enhanced Word Building lists, new Syllasearch lists (with teaching tips), and eight new Syllasearch stories.
Editions of Making Sense of Phonics
- Paperback
- ISBN 9781462555352
- EBook
- ISBN 9781462555383
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Now in a revised and updated third edition incorporating a decade of additional research and classroom experience, this book has helped over 100,000 primary-grades teachers understand and successfully apply the science of reading in phonics instruction. Isabel L. Beck and Mark E. Beck present innovative approaches to assessing and teaching letter–sound relationships, blending, Word Building, multisyllabic decoding, fluency, and more. A wealth of reproducible forms and word lists can be copied from the book or downloaded and printed; the companion website also features supplemental word lists, word and syllable cards, and 30 illustrated Syllasearch stories. Engaging teacher anecdotes and end-of-chapter \"Your Turn\" activities enhance the book's utility as a professional development resource and course text.
New to This Edition
- Chapter on the key role of phonics in today's literacy programs--with a focus on what is needed for high-quality instruction aligned with the science of reading.
- Chapter on extending Word Building instruction to small groups and individual students.
- Extensive revision of the Syllasearch activity for decoding multisyllabic words.
- Expanded reproducible and downloadable tools, including enhanced Word Building lists, new Syllasearch lists (with teaching tips), and eight new Syllasearch stories.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Making Sense of Phonics about?
Now in a revised and updated third edition incorporating a decade of additional research and classroom experience, this book has helped over 100,000 primary-grades teachers understand and successfully apply the science of reading in phonics instruction. Isabel L. Beck and Mark E. Beck present innovative approaches to assessing and teaching letter–sound relationships, blending, Word Building, multisyllabic decoding, fluency, and more. A wealth of reproducible forms and word lists can be copied from the book or downloaded and printed; the companion website also features supplemental word lists, word and syllable cards, and 30 illustrated Syllasearch stories. Engaging teacher anecdotes and end-of-chapter \"Your Turn\" activities enhance the book's utility as a professional development resource and course text.
New to This Edition
- Chapter on the key role of phonics in today's literacy programs--with a focus on what is needed for high-quality instruction aligned with the science of reading.
- Chapter on extending Word Building instruction to small groups and individual students.
- Extensive revision of the Syllasearch activity for decoding multisyllabic words.
- Expanded reproducible and downloadable tools, including enhanced Word Building lists, new Syllasearch lists (with teaching tips), and eight new Syllasearch stories.
What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in Making Sense of Phonics?
Society and Social Sciences > Education / Educational sciences / Pedagogy > Teaching skills and techniques > Teaching of reading, writing and numeracy
Where can I read a sample of Making Sense of Phonics?
You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9781462555352
How long is Making Sense of Phonics and how many pages does it have?
Making Sense of Phonics has 244 page(s)
Who is/are the Author/s of the book Making Sense of Phonics?
Isabel L. Beck, Mark E. Beck
What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?
Making Sense of Phonics is available as paperback(ISBN 9781462555352) and ebook(ISBN 9781462555383)
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