Reading Rods® Phonemic Awareness Classroom Kit

PRODUCT DETAILS

Reading Rods® are versatile, interlocking manipulatives that are fun to use when teaching and learning to read. The rods are color-coded to define the functions of the letter(s) or words and to differentiate between consonants, vowels, blends, nouns, verbs, etc. Rods only connect from left to right, providing a self-correcting format that builds student confidence.
Benefits & Applications
• Hands-on manipulation of rods provides environmental stimulation for active, kinesthetic, and tactile learners.
• Color-coded rods and the simple icons on the activity cards give visual learners extra cues.
• Reading Rods® are perfect for small group activities or before- and afterschool programs.
• Reading Rods® are scientifically research based.

Includes set of Reading Rods®, 24 double-sided activity cards, 48-page instruction and activity book, four activity trays, and storage tub. Use with 1-4 students.
Skills Taught:
• Recognizing upper- and lowercase letters
• Sequencing the letters of the alphabet
• Identifying phonemes (sounds)
• Matching letter sounds with pictures