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The Ultimate Companion Guide to Decodable Passages, Dictation Activities, and More

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Are you looking for effective ways to improve your child's reading and writing skills? Look no further than decodable passages and dictation activities. These powerful tools are essential for early literacy instruction and can help your child build a strong foundation in reading and writing.

Teach Reading with Orton-Gillingham: Early Reading Skills: A Companion Guide with Dictation Activities, Decodable Passages, and Other Supplemental Materials ... Readers and Students with Dyslexia

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This comprehensive guide will provide you with everything you need to know about using decodable passages and dictation activities. We'll cover the basics of each, as well as provide you with tips and resources for getting started.

What Are Decodable Passages?

Decodable passages are short, simple texts that are written using a limited number of phonics patterns. This makes them ideal for beginning readers who are still learning to decode words.

Decodable passages can be used for a variety of purposes, including:

Teaching new phonics patterns
Reinforcing previously learned phonics patterns
Building fluency
Improving comprehension

What Are Dictation Activities?

Dictation activities involve having your child write down words or sentences that you say out loud. This can help them improve their:

Phonemic awareness
Phonics skills
Spelling
Handwriting

How to Use Decodable Passages and Dictation Activities

There are a few things to keep in mind when using decodable passages and dictation activities:

Start with simple passages and activities that are appropriate for your child's skill level.
Make sure your child is familiar with the phonics patterns that are being used.
Provide plenty of opportunities for your child to practice.
Be patient and encouraging.

Tips for Getting Started

Here are a few tips for getting started with decodable passages and dictation activities:

Find a variety of decodable passages online or in books.
Create your own decodable passages using a phonics chart.
Start with short dictation activities and gradually increase the length as your child progresses.
Use dictation activities to reinforce new phonics patterns, practice spelling, or improve handwriting.

Decodable passages and dictation activities are powerful tools for improving your child's reading and writing skills. By using these tools regularly, you can help your child build a strong foundation in literacy.