The ABC’s of Reading
A look at the Primary phase reading strategy developed by Avanti CourtThe Avanti Court Reading Strategy takes into account the government’s expectation that all children should leave primary school able to decode words and have a ‘love of reading’. We have devised a strategy to build on synthetic phonics as one effective approach to develop children’s reading but also draw from an Australian research project which culminated in a programme called First Steps. This presents reading behaviours and attitudes in a less linear way and shows how in different phases there are different and complex processes involved in understanding how to read and the meaning behind reading.
* Phases and indicators drawn from Reading Development Continuum, First Steps
We use Phonics Bug scheme. This involves a cycle of sounding, reading, writing and applying new knowledge. Have a look at this promotional video clip. Other resources which show how phonics is linked with reading interesting and engaging books see Bug Club and Pearsons’ website on Phonics Bug. Please also find guidance about the Phonics Check which is taken in June in Year 1.
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Why Encourage Your Child to Read for Pleasure?
At Avanti Court Primary School we strongly promote reading for pleasure as we believe that promoting reading for pleasure can have a major impact on children and adults and their future. Reading for pleasure has a number of powerful benefits as it:
- Raises pupils reading and writing ability;
- Develops pupils understanding of comprehension and grammar;
- Builds vocabulary;
- Develops positive reading attitudes which last a life time;
- Builds greater self-confidence as a reader;
- Develops reading for pleasure in reading in later life;
- Increases general knowledge;
- Supports children to develop a better understanding of other cultures;
- Develops a greater insight into human nature and decision-making.
Evidence suggests that pupils who read more are also better readers. A large scale survey of over 18,000 young people found that those who reported enjoying reading very much were six times more likely than those who did not enjoy reading to read above the expected level for their age.
So, what are you waiting for? Pick up a book and read!