FUNdations- Level 1 Support Pack

You are likely wondering, "What is Fundations®?"Research indicates that systematic and explicit phonics instruction is effective for allchildren. FUndations provides a systematic and explicit approach to reading and spellingwith phonics. We will combine this instruction with the reading of good literature,wbich is just as important for your child's development.Fundations is systematicbecause it follows a very defInitesequence for teaching and it follows avery defInite procedure to teach thoseconcepts.Fundations is explicitbecause this program does not leaveroom for guessing. It teaches all conceptsdirectly. The children will review lettersand how to form these letters. They willlearn sounds using keywords to helpthem remember. They will soon move onto blend the sounds into words.You are also probably wondering,"How can I become a successful"Coach" in this reading program?"As a "Coach" you can:1. Read the FUndations letters that Isend home. These letters will containup-dates, program information, andactivity suggestions.2. Set aside time to do the "homeactivities" with your child.3. Monitor your child's progress andshare successes as well as concernswith me.As the year progresses, FUndationsintroduces many aspects of wordstructure and sentence structure. I shallbe sending home guides and activities forall of this.I feel certain that you will fInd working with your child in FUndations very rewarding.Your child will treasure your involvement!LEVEL 1 HOME SUPPORT PACK PAGE 2 ©2002 Wilson Language Training Corporation Wilson Fundations'"