Little Minds at Work Science of Reading Essentials Toolkit

Transform your phonics instruction with the Little Minds at Work Science of Reading Essentials Toolkit. Developed by Tara West, this collection of multisensory materials is designed to support educators in implementing the best practices of the Science of Reading. This toolkit offers a hands-on approach to teaching phonemic awareness, phonics, fluency, and vocabulary, ensuring a rich and engaging literacy experience for young learners. The teacher guide provides clear instructions on how to integrate these tools effectively in the classroom. Each student kit includes essential materials that promote active learning, such as stretch tubes, magnetic wands, chips, googly eye rings, BubbleBrixâ„¢, and Press-ems. The materials are ideal for reinforcing phonemic awareness and phonics instruction through playful, interactive activities. The handy storage tote ensures that everything is organised and easy to access, and the reusable components are perfect for ongoing practice. With these resources, teachers can cater to diverse learning styles and foster a deeper understanding of reading skills that align with the Science of Reading framework.

Educational Benefits

• Reinforces phonemic awareness and phonics skills through multisensory activities.
• Enhances fluency by encouraging active participation in reading routines.
• Develops vocabulary with fun, engaging activities that promote word recognition.
• Supports differentiated instruction to cater to varying learning needs and abilities.

Classroom Ideas

• Use the stretch tube and magnetic wand to model sound segmentation and blending during phonics lessons.
• Incorporate the BubbleBrixâ„¢ for interactive word-building games that reinforce letter-sound correspondence.
• Use the Press-ems for tactile practice, allowing students to feel and sound out words while engaging with the materials.
• Organise small-group activities where students can use the tools to practise phonemic awareness through collaborative learning.

Information

• Ages: 5-8 years
• Includes 1 Teacher Guide and 6 Student Science of Reading Toolkits
• Each student kit contains: 1 reusable storage bag, 1 stretch tube, 1 magnetic wand, 6 chips, 1 googly eye ring, 6 BubbleBrixâ„¢, and 6 Press-ems
• Comes with a storage tote with lid for easy organisation and transportation