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Multisensory Monday: Muffin Pan Phonics

Posted by Stephanie Castillo on 22nd Sep 2019

Today’s Multisensory Monday activity is a great way to introduce a new phonics concept.  Simply grab a muffin pan and a pom-pom ball! Keep in mind, lessons containing several new sounds are ideal for … read more

Multisensory Monday: Bubble Wrap Vowel Practice

Posted by Tammi Brandon on 2nd Sep 2019

Everyone loves bubble wrap, so why not use it in your Phonics First and Structures lessons? Who knew vowel practice could be so fun?! Make it Multisensory Grab a paper-sized piece of bubble wrap and s … read more

Multisensory Monday: Red Word Battleship!

Posted by Tammi Brandon on 26th Aug 2019

My students love to play games! When I was a child, one of my favorite games to play was Battleship. Although Battleship has its own educational elements (plot points, strategy), I wanted to make it e … read more

Multisensory Monday: “Good Letter, Bad Letter”

Posted by Tammi Brandon on 15th Jul 2019

To encourage proper letter formation, teachers can create a simple activity that helps students recognize and articulate what makes letters “good” or “bad”. What You’ll Need Index cards or paper squar … read more