Diagnostic Phonic Assessment Tool Kit: Phonic Test

Diagnostic Phonic Assessment Tool Kit: Phonics Test

This resource is aimed at children up to the age of 12 (though it could well be used with an older child with a younger mental age) and aims to test foundational phonic skills. It can be used to help teachers assess a child's basic phonic knowledge and ability, and the results can then be used as a baseline on which to plan future work.

The phonics test does not look like a test, and it is hoped that the child will enjoy the activity and not be aware that they are being tested and therefore, perform well.

What is included?

The Phonics Test includes an 87-slide PowerPoint that takes the pupils from one simple activity to another. Each activity has detailed instructions to help the tester feel confident about administering the tests as well as guidance as to how to interpret the results.

What is tested by this phonics test?

• Does the child know the sounds each letter of the alphabet stands for?

• Can the child hear the beginning sound of a word and match it to the corresponding letter?

• Does the child know the vowel sounds well?

• Can the child sequence 3 sounds to spell a word?

• Can the child hear the medial and final sounds of a CVC word?

• Can the child sound out to read CVC words with a short vowel sound?

• Checks for fluency in reading sentences with CVC words

• Can the child blend 2 consonants?

• Can the child blend 4 sounds in a short vowel word with a consonant blend - initial only, as I find that final blends such as mp are easier for most children, whereas final blends such as NK and ND are harder and are best left until the child has had more experience with phonics

• Can the child read a short passage with a mix of CVC and CCVC words?

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Versatility

The Diagnostic Phonic Assessment tool kit blends well within diverse educational amplifications: homeschoolers yearning structured guidance framing phonic programs like ‘Reading Made Simple’, public school teachers seeking extra reinforcement facilities for students falling behind in peer comparisons. Even private tutors or parental caregivers anxious regarding a child’s progressing literacy levels can utilize this resourceful tool kit.

Compatibility:

This package melds seamlessly with any existing phonics programme and comes as a boon for special needs educators trying to bridge foundational skill gaps and rooting strong learning bedrock in students.

File Types:

The availability of multiple file types facilitates user convenience and enhances ease of use.

Conclusion

In summation, the Diagnostic Phonic Assessment Tool Kit stands as an irreplaceable partner in addressing potential reading issues, prioritizing early interventions, and nurturing consistent literacy growth across varied environments.