High-Frequency Words With Turtle
Teacher Implementation Guide
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Word recognition, the ability to quickly and accurately identify writt needing to decode them phonetically, is an important skill that enables fluent reading and comprehension. High-Frequency Words With Turtle provides a comprehensive approach to strengthening students’ word recognition skills of over 100 high-frequency words that account for 50% of the words commonly found in children’s texts. Each lesson focuses on a specific high-frequency word and guides students through a series of activities to analyze, identify, spell, write, and use the word. Through repeated exposure and practice, students develop automaticity in recognizing these words.
Best Practices
Orthographic Mapping: Guide students to say the focus word aloud, stretch out each sound, write the word, and identify any regular or unusual spelling patterns within the word. Encouraging students to share their observations helps them connect the pronunciation, spelling, and meaning of the word.
Contextual Reading Practice: Provide opportunities for students to apply their word recognition skills in connected text, allowing them to see how the words function within sentences and longer narratives.
Repeated Exposure and Practice: Implement consistent practice sessions with these 109 high-frequency words, as they form a significant portion of children's texts. Regular review and repetition will help solidify recognition and usage of these words, improving overall reading fluency.
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