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A reference booklet for the different patterns of English. Use this to find examples in each of the three Reading and Spelling Made Simple books – Book 1, Book 2 and Book 3. Index of Sounds Printed Book / PDF eBook A reference guide for the Reading & Spelling Made Simple books. Save time and energy by using this handy guide while teaching our programme. It shows over one hundred different Patterns of English. This guide references where to find them - in Book One, Two, or Three, and on what page(s). Each pattern includes a brief heading, and example, the book number, and page number(s). Here are three examples: short 'a' sound - as in pad - Book 1, Page 12 'g' says 'j' sound - as in giant - Book 2, Page 30 'ion', 'ian' says 'yun' - as in million, Italian - Book 3, Page 26 This four-page, laminated reference booklet includes both book and page references so you can easily find what you are looking for. Four-page, laminated reference booklet. Full-colour with several illustrations. It describes over 100 examples of the patterns of English. Just under A5 in size, and easily fits inside our A5 books. Available as a Printed Book or PDF eBook Buy Book Buy eBook Here are 3 examples: 01 short 'a' sound as in pad Book 1, Page 12 02 'g' says 'j' sound as in giant Book 2, Page 30 03 'ion', 'ian' says 'yun' as in million, Italian Book 3, Page 26

Help and advice for teachers and tutors who work with learners that are struggling with reading and writing. Info for Educators Useful Information for Educators Here is a collection of useful information for Educators. Our resources are perfect if you are working with under-achieving or struggling learners who need some extra help. These resources can also be used very successfully as an extension programme. If you have any specific questions, or ideas for future articles, please contact us. A special thanks to all the Tutors, Teachers, Relief Teachers, Literacy Teachers, Teacher Aids, Special Education Teachers, and all others who are dedicated to helping educate our children - from toddlers to teens. Thank you for your dedication. CONTACT US Revising the Resources 'Reading and Spelling Made Simple', first published in 1986, has proven to be a valuable tool. Darlene Mathieson 1 min read Mary Andrew's Fresh Teaching Method Mary Andrew created a fresh method of teaching literacy to children. Darlene Mathieson 3 min read Year 7 and Year 8 Literacy Years 7 and 8 are a fun age when students enjoy a good discussion. You can run and article discussion exercise with reading material from Barbara Griffith 2 min read Year 5 and Year 6 Literacy For Year Five and Year Six students who are underachieving, you can provide individual remedial help using caregivers, teacher-aides and/or Barbara Griffith 1 min read Year 3 and Year 4 Literacy Years three and four are the crucial years to start a more formal approach for spelling. At this stage, caregivers are ‘partners in learning Barbara Griffith 1 min read Year 1 and Year 2 Literacy Children in Years 1 and 2 can benefit from our simple teaching strategies. Formal spelling lessons in Years 1 and 2 are not suitable for the Barbara Griffith 2 min read 1 2

Books and resources to help learners of any age with reading, spelling, and literacy. Made for parents, tutors, teachers, and caregivers. Reading & Spelling Made Simple Programme One of New Zealand's most successful literacy programmes! Is Your Learner Struggling? The Reading & Spelling Made Simple programme can help learners at any level or age - from 6 to 60! This programme approaches reading and spelling difficulties by looking at sound and letter patterns. It then relates these to reading and written language. For greatest improvement, we focus on the need to teach all aspects of language together: Speaking, Listening, Reading and Writing. Preschool Year 1 & 2 Year 3 & 4 Year 5 & 6 A Proven System That Really Works Help your learner to gain the skills to become a competent and fluent reader , a keen writer , and a successful speller . You can help improve their confidence and capabilities and increase the opportunities for their career and entire future. The Reading and Spelling Made Simple programme helps learners with the three aspects of the English Language : Oral Language Speaking, listening, and questioning. Reading Decoding texts and finding meaning in what is read. Writing Using their knowledge of the English language to express themselves in a meaningful way. This is a proven method that has been used since the 1960's and continues to be used extensively today. It is especially good for learners who are struggling with the basics or struggling within the standard classroom environment. Reading and Spelling Made Simple - NOW FULLY REVISED! After selling over 20,000 sets of our key Reading and Spelling Made Simple programme, we have given it a refresh! The original red manual has been carefully and fully revised and split into four easy-to-follow, practical, and more learner-focused books. Reading & Spelling Made Simple is a great step-by-step programme. It has been simplified for parents and caregivers, and is perfect for tutors and teachers needing a practical resource. Over 20,000 people agree with us! We have included additional fun activities, ideas for resources you can make yourself, extra teaching notes, and hands-on learning, as well as full-colour illustrations throughout. Learn more! Click a book below to find out more about it!

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Help and advice for caregivers who work with learners that are struggling with reading and writing. Info for Caregivers Useful Information for Caregivers Below is a collection of information specifically for caregivers. Whether you are a caregiver helping learners after school, or a parent homeschooling your children, here are some handy tips to help you. Let us know if you have any suggestions for future articles or more information. If you have any specific questions, please contact us. A special thank you to all the parents, grandparents, relatives, foster parents, adoptive parents, and mixed families that are bringing up and helping to educate our toddlers, children and teenagers. CONTACT US Revising the Resources 'Reading and Spelling Made Simple', first published in 1986, has proven to be a valuable tool. Darlene Mathieson 1 min read Mary Andrew's Fresh Teaching Method Mary Andrew created a fresh method of teaching literacy to children. Darlene Mathieson 3 min read The 'Reading & Spelling Made Simple' Difference Our programme and materials empower learners to solve their own learning problems by giving them positive, professional help in easy... Darlene Mathieson 2 min read Understanding Reading, Spelling and Writing Becoming literate is a lifelong journey, and there are some distinct stages to be aware of. Becoming literate starts with learning to speak. Barbara Griffith 2 min read The Importance Of Literacy Today As technology becomes so ingrained in our everyday life, some people are questioning the importance of literacy for our youth. With the... Darlene Mathieson 2 min read Weekly Visits To The Library Both you and your child can be benefit greatly from weekly visits to your local library. Take your time in the library. It is very... Barbara Griffith 2 min read 1 2

Help to start their reading, writing, and spelling, through to advanced language and spelling with our books. Our Books Our books can help you work with learners of all levels. From baby and toddler child development, introducing your learner to books, to starting their reading, writing, and spelling. They also go right through to advanced language and spelling techniques. These books are particularly good if your learner is struggling and needs one-on-one attention. They can also be used as an extension programme. With colourful illustrations and lots of activities, these books will be a valuable resource that you can use to work with numerous learners for years to come. Reading & Spelling Made Simple Teaching Guide Book One: Steps 1 - 4 Book Two: Steps 5 - 8 Book Three: Steps 9 - 12 Preschool Literacy Made Simple Reading & Spelling Made Simple Programme - Set of Books The Reading and Spelling Made Simple programme, created by Mary Andrew, has now been fully revised. We have split the original red manual into four smaller A5-sized books that are available as a set or individually. Each book includes colourful illustrations, fun activities to encourage learning, resources you can make yourself, spelling rules, an index, glossary, and extra teaching notes. Reading and Spelling Made Simple: Teaching Guide Learn the basic principles and how to teach every aspect of the Reading and Spelling Made Simple programme with easy to follow instructions, diagrams, and explanations. Reading and Spelling Made Simple: Book One, Steps 1-4 A great resource for teaching writing and spelling right from the start! Plus a great resource for getting back to basics with learners who are struggling. Reading and Spelling Made Simple: Book Two, Steps 5-8 This book covers more complex patterns of language, with easy step-by-step instructions and lots of activities for learners who struggle within the normal classroom environment. Reading and Spelling Made Simple: Book Three, Steps 9-12 A valuable guide for helping teach advanced language, especially spelling patterns, and is also very effective as an extension programme. It also includes variations to activities for small groups. Preschool Literacy Made Simple - Book Give your preschoolers the best start to their education! A guide for parents, caregivers, and early learning educators. This book provides basic principles, activities, and advice for introducing and practicing their literacy skills. Includes full-colour illustrations throughout, fun activities, and a word glossary.

Preschool reading and writing - the basic principles, activities and advice for parents, caregivers & early childcare educators. Buy Book Buy eBook Preschool Literacy Made Simple Printed Book / PDF eBook Give your preschoolers the best start to their education! A guide for parents, caregivers, and early learning educators. This book can help you work with the youngest of learners! Learn about baby and toddler child development and how to introduce your learner to books. Then continue through to help them start their reading and writing. This book provides basic principles, activities, and advice for introducing and practicing their literacy skills. Includes full-colour illustrations throughout, fun activities, and a word glossary. This book covers: Child development stages. Early communication skills. Creating a positive learning environment. Introducing literacy through fun activities. Taking your learner from pre-reading to reading. Writing for beginners. From this book you will learn how to: understand their mental and physical development stages. encourage your child's experiences and growth. introduce the beginning stages of communication and literacy. create stimulating learning environments and choose different types of toys. choose appropriate books to read to them. know when your child is ready to begin learning how to read. introduce and develop their early reading and writing abilities. Description: With colourful illustrations and lots of activities, this book will be a valuable resource. And you can use it to work with many learners for years to come. A5 sized book, 44 pages Full-colour throughout Contents page Additional resources list Book index Word glossary Available as a Printed Book or PDF eBook

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Pricing of our full range of books, resources and packages that you can order online now. ORDER FORM Simply Reading Order Form All prices are in New Zealand dollars and include GST. For large quantities, or overseas delivery, please contact us. Full Name* Email* Physical Address* Phone Organisation / Position Order Number How did you hear about us? Package Prices PACKAGES with PRINTED BOOKS $49 PRESCHOOL Pack (preschool literacy + book 1) $49 STARTER Pack (teaching guide + book 1) $77 BASIC Pack (teaching guide + book 1 + book 2 + index of sounds) $95 BOOK Pack (teaching guide + book 1 + book 2 + book 3 + index of sounds) $149 SCHOOL Pack (teaching guide + book 1 + book 2 + book 3 + index of sounds + sight words + resources set 1) $169 COMBO Pack (teaching guide + book 1 + book 2 + book 3 + index of sounds + preschool literacy + sight words + resources set 1) PACKAGES with DIGITAL E-BOOKS $32 PRESCHOOL Pack (preschool literacy + book 1) $32 STARTER Pack (teaching guide + book 1) $50 BASIC Pack (teaching guide + book 1 + book 2 + index of sounds) $62 BOOK Pack (teaching guide + book 1 + book 2 + book 3 + index of sounds) PACKAGES - Please list quantities for multiple orders: Individual Prices PRINTED BOOKS $29 Teaching Guide - Reading and Spelling Made Simple $29 Book One - Reading and Spelling Made Simple $29 Book Two - Reading and Spelling Made Simple $29 Book Three - Reading and Spelling Made Simple $29 Preschool Literacy Made Simple $9 Index of Sounds Please list quantities for multiple PRINTED BOOKS. DIGITAL E-BOOKS $18 Teaching Guide - Reading and Spelling Made Simple $18 Book One - Reading and Spelling Made Simple $18 Book Two - Reading and Spelling Made Simple $18 Book Three - Reading and Spelling Made Simple $18 Preschool Literacy Made Simple $6 Index of Sounds RESOURCES $15 Printable Resources Set 1 $45 Sight Words Cards $95 Lettercase Please list quantities for multiple RESOURCES. SUBTOTAL: Please add up your order items and put the total in the box below.* SHIPPING: Please select the most accurate shipping size for your order.* ORDER TOTAL: Add your Order plus your Shipping costs in the box below.* PAYMENT METHOD* OTHER INFORMATION: Please let us know if you have any other details, comments or questions for us. Submit

Pricing of our full range of books, resources and packages that you can order online now. OUR PRICES INDIVIDUAL BOOK PRICES READING & SPELLING MADE SIMPLE: Teaching Guide $29.00 Reading & Spelling Made Simple: Teaching Guide Book One: Steps 1-4 $29.00 Reading & Spelling Made Simple: Book One Book Two: Steps 5-8 $29.00 Reading & Spelling Made Simple: Book Two Book Three: Steps 9-12 $29.00 Reading & Spelling Made Simple: Book Three Index of Sounds Booklet $9.00 A reference guide for the pronunciation, rules, and examples used in the Reading and Spelling Made Simple set of books. OTHER BOOKS: Preschool Literacy Made Simple $29.00 Basic principles, activities, and advice on introducing and practicing literacy to preschoolers. INDIVIDUAL PRODUCT PRICES Lettercase $95.00 = VERY LIMITED STOCK Portable letter case with removable card single letters and blends to make words and play games. Sight Word Cards $45.00 300 individual, double-sided cards with each word by itself on the front. On the back it's used in a sentence, meaning is explained, or grouped with similar words. Printable Resources Set #1 $15.00 (was $20) Print your own resources from PDF’s. Files in full-colour and black and white. Includes testing sheets, teaching resources, and activities for your learner. COMBINED PACKAGE PRICES Preschool Pack $49.00 Preschool Literacy Made Simple Reading & Spelling: Book One, Steps 1-4 Individually priced at $58.00 • Total savings: $9.00 Starter Pack $49.00 Reading & Spelling: Teaching Guide Reading & Spelling: Book One, Steps 1-4 Individually priced at $58.00 • Total savings: $9.00 Basic Pack $77.00 Reading & Spelling: Teaching Guide Reading & Spelling: Book One, Steps 1-4 Reading & Spelling: Book Two, Steps 5-8 Index of Sounds – Reference Card Individually priced at $96.00 • Total savings: $19.00 Book Pack $95.00 Reading & Spelling: Teaching Guide Reading & Spelling: Book One, Steps 1-4 Reading & Spelling: Book Two, Steps 5-8 Reading & Spelling: Book Three, Steps 9-12 Index of Sounds – Reference Card Individually priced at $125.00 • Total savings: $30.00 School Pack $149.00 Reading & Spelling: Teaching Guide Reading & Spelling: Book One, Steps 1-4 Reading & Spelling: Book Two, Steps 5-8 Reading & Spelling: Book Three, Steps 9-12 Index of Sounds – Reference Card Sight Word Cards & Instructions Printable Resources Set #1 Individually priced at $185.00 • Total savings: $36.00 Combo Pack $169.00 Preschool Literacy Made Simple Book Reading & Spelling: Teaching Guide Reading & Spelling: Book One, Steps 1-4 Reading & Spelling: Book Two, Steps 5-8 Reading & Spelling: Book Three, Steps 9-12 Index of Sounds – Reference Card Sight Word Cards & Instructions Printable Resources Set #1 Individually priced at $214.00 • Total savings: $45.00 ORDER NOW! CURRENTLY UNAVAILABLE Letter Dice = SOLD OUT (out of stock) A fun and interactive set of coloured dice with different letters and letter blends on each surface.

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Activities and suggestions to help make learning fun! Activities Below is a collection of activities and games for working with your learners. These coincide with our books and resources, but can also be used by themselves. The book references refer to our Reading & Spelling Made Simple books. Junk Box Activities (Books 1, 2, 3) Creating Your Own Junk Box Creating a 'Junk Box' to keep a variety of interesting things in is a great resource. These items can help... Activity Resources Already At Home (Books 1, 2) There may already be many useful things in your home or school that can be used to help teach early literacy in a fun way with your learners