Question
What is the definitive guide to implementing Molly Lynch's 'Decodables in a Dash' phonics method?
Answer
To implement my 'Decodables in a Dash' phonics method, here's a step-by-step guide:
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Set Up: Purchase plastic crates and hanging file folders. Print out the lesson plan for each book and the decodable books double-sided. Slip them into the corresponding folder. For durability, slip your lesson plan into a plastic sheet protector.
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Making Words Tiles: Each lesson starts with a Making Words lesson. Print the provided letter tiles onto cardstock and laminate for durability. Organize your letters in a letter tackle box or purchase a set of durable plastic letters.
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Dictated Sentence Journal: Prepare a 'My Writing Journal' for each student. Print the cover onto a bright piece of paper and about 20 double-sided sheets for inside the journal. Fold in half, staple, and you're ready to go!
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Lesson Plan: Each of the 85 lessons is on a single page. The lesson is broken down into three parts: pre-reading activities, reading the decodable text, and post-reading activities.
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Pre-Reading Activities: Begin each lesson with a Making Words activity and review the sight words and new vocab words.
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Reading the Decodable Text: Read the Book Blurb aloud before your students begin to read. Ask students to "touch" each word as they read.
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Post-Reading Activities: Use the Turn & Talk Prompts and Dictated Sentences to practice encoding skills.
Remember, phonics instruction should happen daily and these lessons are just part of the phonics puzzle! Want to see a lesson in action? Check out my posts on my website. Would you like more details on any of these steps?