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Early reading is an exciting stage of learning. Children begin noticing words everywhere and start piecing together how language works. Sight words, which appear frequently in early readers, play a Read more…
Reading comprehension is more than recalling what happened in a story. It is the ability to make sense of ideas, connect information and form opinions about what we read. Many Read more…
Most students know the routine. On Monday, they receive a spelling list, they practise it during the week, and on Friday, they complete a quiz. By Monday morning, many of Read more…
Across Australia, literacy instruction continues to evolve as schools refine their approaches and teachers work to align practice with the most reliable research. Although curriculum expectations and assessment requirements have Read more…
Preparing for NAPLAN Literacy can feel like a big step for both children and parents. You want your child to feel confident, not pressured, and to see the test as Read more…
Phonics builds the foundation for confident reading and spelling. Games that combine sound, movement and repetition make learning stick. Short, regular sessions deliver the best results. LiteracyPlanet’s Phonics Missions support Read more…
TL;DR Around one in three Australian students is below literacy benchmarks. States like Victoria are introducing daily systematic phonics lessons. Research from Evidence for Learning and Macquarie University proves explicit Read more…
TL;DR Phonemes: smallest sound units (e.g. /m/, /sh/). Digraphs: two letters making one sound (e.g. sh, ch). Blends: two or more letters where both sounds are heard (e.g. bl, st). Read more…
TL;DR Phonics is the broader system that teaches how letters map to sounds. Digraphs are a key part of phonics, where two letters represent one sound. Both are essential for Read more…
When children begin their literacy journey, they learn the building blocks of language: letters and sounds. Very quickly, they discover that not every sound matches neatly with a single letter. Read more…
In classrooms today, data has become a practical tool that supports effective literacy teaching, not just a trend. From tracking student growth to personalising instruction, the correct data can help Read more…
Keeping students engaged in literacy learning isn’t always easy, especially when the tasks become more complex or confidence begins to waver. Imagine if students saw reading, spelling and grammar not Read more…
Literacy is a fundamental skill that shapes lifelong learning and success. From early childhood to adulthood, strong literacy skills empower individuals to communicate, comprehend information, and engage with the world Read more…
Struggling to convince your students that grammar and phonics aren’t just rules that are “so boring”? Here’s a way to explain it to them: Picture language learning as a building: Read more…
Welcome to 2025! Are you one of those people who also gets super excited about the start of a new year? It’s like putting down a pen on a fresh Read more…
As we approach the end of the year, excitement for the upcoming festivities and holiday break is definitely in the air! However, it’s common for motivation in the classroom to Read more…
LiteracyPlanet has partnered with Wonde since 2023 to provide customers with an automated data rollover process, eliminating the need for those pesky student upload forms! Once you set up your Read more…
…and it’s here to stay! We hope you’re as excited about it as we are! Word Mania has officially found a permanent home in the LiteracyPlanet Arcade! That’s right, permanent! Read more…
The crisp breeze in the air is back, the days are getting shorter, and nature is showing off with all it’s vibrant colors—at least if you’re living somewhere in the Read more…
In a world filled with flashy video games and TikTok dances, sitting still with a book can feel quite challenging. I personally love reading, but I’m also attached to the Read more…
