Phonics Unlimited Sound Cards Level 1

The sound cards in Phonics Unlimited - Sound Cards - Level 1 are designed to make the task of introducing a new sound to an individual student or a small group interesting and easy. The book features 12 units, containing four Sound Cards. Each card features a different sound with photographic illustrations of words that feature the sound.

The cards have been printed on thick paper to ensure they are robust.
The teacher’s notes with suggested dialogue are on the back of each card for your convenience.
Simply read from the ‘suggested dialogue’ in the notes, OR use your own dialogue while following the procedure in the notes.

All of the Sound Cards in this book are also included on a CD-ROM in pdf format.
These files can be used to display the cards on a computer or interactive whiteboard screen.
Sound Cards become more word focused as the levels increase. There are no Sound Cards for Level 4. In order to introduce sound blending you will need Phonics Unlimited Code Links Level 1 (sold separately).

About the series:
Created for intervention or consolidation of reading, spelling and writing skills.
The Phonics Unlimited series is suitable for teachers, tutors and home educators. It is an all-inclusive flexible program that can be used with mixed groups or individuals of varying levels of ability. It is suitable for older students who struggle with basic skills. Each component can be used separately but will deliver the best results when used as a complete program.

Levels 1, 2 and 3 feature a Sound Card book and accompanying Code Links book.

• The Sound Cards are printed in colour on heavy card with suggested dialogue on the reverse. There are 12 units with four cards per unit. The books include a CD-ROM with pdfs of all of the Sound Cards for display on a computer or interactive whiteboard, if required.
• The Code Links books contain: Code Links, Spelling, Reading and Review work sheets to support each Sound Card unit and are fully photocopiable.
• The Phonics Unlimited Teacher’s Manual contains Diagnostic Assessment and instructions for all of the levels in the program. It also includes Code Links and Review work sheets for level 4.

Jean Harrison
Many life experiences have contributed to my being a teacher.
I was originally a textile designer before discovering I had a child with reading problems. I volunteered as a teacher’s aide but that wasn’t enough and eventually I enrolled in university to become a teacher. I loved the course and excelled, winning three out of the four top prizes in my graduating year. Still I wanted more, and undertook a Master’s Degree in Educational Studies with a focus on the neuro-anatomy of memory.

As a teacher I wanted to know how information was processed and how memories were formed. I now base my teaching on this knowledge. I also needed practical experience so I co-founded ‘Basic Concern Learning Centre’. Here I was confronted with every type of reading problem. Our team acquired a reputation for success. Within three years we became Tasmania’s leading remedial centre.

As part of a research team I helped develop VAS Theory, which explained why so many children were failing to learn to read, and I co-authored a book and a series of academic papers for educational journals. I also lectured on the teaching of reading throughout Australia and New Zealand.

These days I am still a teacher specialising in the difficult cases, but most of my time is devoted to developing remedial resources for teachers. I am passionate about teaching. My students have been my teachers. They have challenged me, enlightened me and educated me; to them I owe a great deal.

I learned much from other disciplines to support my teaching but I also came to realise that, while other professions could assess, analyse and provide recommendations on reading difficulties, it was the teacher who was pivotal in providing the road to success for a failing student.

Never underestimate your professional power to make a real and lasting difference to a child’s life. Teaching is one of the most challenging and one of the most rewarding professions of all. Enjoy.