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Sight Words
To support language development and comprehension, we have provided both symbolised and non-symbolised word banks. These can be cut into flashcards for daily practice.
How to Use Them Effectively:
Start with the symbolised word cards alongside Makaton signs. This helps children connect the visual symbol, the spoken word, and the sign.
Once confident, introduce the non-symbolised word cards while continuing to use the Makaton signs. This transition supports word recognition and reading fluency.
Why This Works:
Multimodal learning (visual, verbal, and kinesthetic) enhances memory and understanding.
Repetition and routine build confidence and independence.
Makaton provides a consistent support system for communication and language development.
Makaton signs for first 100 words.pdfMakaton signs for Fry's 100
Makaton signs for Fry's 100
Ideally staff would attend Makaton training, however this can be supported by other members of staff who have completed Makaton training.
Frys 100 words with symbols.pdfFry's 100 words with symbols
Fry's 100 words with symbols
This resource should be used on a daily basis accompanied by the Makaton signs to build confidence in recognising and using the sign when reading sight words. Start with 5 words then gradually add more once the children feel confident.
Frys 100 words no symbols.pdfFry's 100 words no symbols
Fry's 100 words no symbols
This resource should be used on a daily basis accompanied by the Makaton signs to prompt the children when reading sight words. Start with 5 words then gradually add more once the children feel confident.
Frys 200 words with symbols.pdfFry's 200 words with symbols
Fry's 200 words with symbols
This resource should be used on a daily basis accompanied by the Makaton signs to build confidence in recognising and using the sign when reading sight words. Start with 5 words then gradually add more once the children feel confident.
Frys 200 words with no symbols.pdfFry's 200 words no symbols
Fry's 200 words no symbols
This resource should be used on a daily basis accompanied by the Makaton signs to prompt the children when reading sight words. Start with 5 words then gradually add more once the children feel confident.
Stage 1 to 3 tricky words.pdfStage 1 to 3 tricky words with symbols
Stage 1 to 3 tricky words with symbols
This resource can be used to support writing skills. Children can use the symbols to find the word needed. It also helps to draw the symbol above the word to support children when reading their work back.
Stage 1 to 3 tricky words no symbols.pdfStage 1 to 3 tricky words no symbols
Stage 1 to 3 tricky words no symbols
This resource can be used to support writing skills. Children can use the symbols to find the word needed.
Tricky Words Primary 1 (updated 22.05.25).pptxTricky Words Primary 1
Tricky Words Primary 1
The slideshow introduces the tricky words alongside the Makaton sign.
ORT word walls (stages 1-5).pdfORT Stage 1 to 5 Wordwalls
ORT Stage 1 to 5 Wordwalls
A set of symbolised and non- symbolised word banks.
Phonics Books
Phonics Books
In line with systematic phonics, all of our books offer step-by-step phonics progression starting from the very simple and progressing to the more complex parts of the alphabetic code. Each book has cumulative progression so that the previously learnt phonics skills will be covered repeatedly as the reader progresses, ensuring that the pupil has the opportunity to practise and consolidate the phonics skill.
The Dandelion series for beginner readers starts by introducing the sounds of the alphabet at CVC-word level. Our catch-up decodables are action-packed, age-appropriate books for older readers with gaps in their phonics knowledge. Parallel series give the opportunity for pupils to have extra practice with a new and engaging storyline to do this with.
Each book has the target phonics listed so that the educator can identify this with ease. A ‘reading practice’ page is included in the catch-up series to help prepare pupils for a successful reading experience.
Diagnostic assessment for phonic books.pdfDiagnostic Assessment for Phonics Books
Diagnostic Assessment for Phonics Books
When a pupil begins a reading programme it is important to assess where the pupil is at, what knowledge and skills they have acquired and what they need to learn.
It is also useful to observe their reading strategies. This will inform the teacher where to start and what to focus on.
This is particularly important for children who are struggling with reading.
This assessment will help to determine from which point the teacher should start teaching.
The “Recommendations” sheet will match suitable decodable books from the Phonic Books range to the reading level of the pupil.
Scope and sequence for dandelion phonics books.pdfScope and Sequence for Dandelion Books
Scope and Sequence for Dandelion Books
The following charts show the phonics progression, or scope and sequence, of the books. It is important to follow the books in order, this allows children to build on prior learning.
Scope and sequence phonics books.pdfScope and Sequence for older readers
Scope and Sequence for older readers
The following charts show the phonics progression, or scope and sequence, of the books. It is important to follow the books in order, this allows children to build on prior learning.
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