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2. Work through the four ‘Skill builders’ with your learner at their own pace. These can be
completed over several days. There are also small prompts throughout the workbook to
guide your instruction.
3. When your learner can confidently decode single words, and sentences, it is time for them
to move on to reading a decodable story. There are two decodable stories (or, ‘Star stories’)
for your learner to read in each set. Additionally, two ‘Bonus star stories’ are also included to
provide choice, variety, and additional skill development. It is not necessary for your learner
to read all of these texts. Each story provides a new opportunity for your learner to decode
words using the sets of letters and sounds they have learnt. It is recommended that your
learner reads their text multiple times, focusing on accuracy, fluency, and expression.
4. When your learner masters a Star story, they can colour the corresponding badge inside the
back cover to celebrate their achievement.
5. Your learner is ready to move onto the next set when they are able to confidently complete
the Skill builder activities and read the selected Star story fluently. You can further assess
their progress and readiness using the provided ‘Check in’ for each set.
6. Three engaging ‘Authentic texts’ are also included at the end of each workbook. These are
real-world texts that should be read to your learner. While they are not designed to directly
teach reading skills, they play a vital role in enhancing your learner’s vocabulary and
language comprehension when used with the provided questions.
It’s time to get started! But before you do, here are some important things to remember:
• Your most important role is to remain
positive throughout your learner’s journey.
Spelling and reading should never feel like
a battle. Instead, keep it enjoyable and
prioritise your learner’s self-esteem. If
they hesitate on a word, provide them with
the word or spelling rather than allowing
them to struggle. Rest assured that with
repeated reading and application of
essential decoding and encoding skills, their
confidence and ability to tackle challenging
words will flourish.
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• Consistency is key. Once your learner has
learnt the sounds, Star words, and Bright star
words in a set, it is essential to review them
regularly to consolidate their learning.
• Using a multimodal approach will help
strengthen your learner’s understanding by
allowing them to make meaning through
visual, auditory, and kinesthetic channels.
When spelling a word, for example, say the
word and segment it into sounds (auditory),
then count each sound with your finger
as you say it and write each letter down
(kinesthetic), ensuring you look at each
sound as it is written (visual).
• It is okay if your learner reads only part of
a Star story or reads one repeatedly. Even if
they can decode all the words, reinforcement
is crucial for fluency and comprehension.
To make fluency exercises entertaining, try
using different voices, such as a robot voice,
a mouse voice, or even an angry voice, to
read the story. This playful approach helps
develop their fluency skills.
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The Star strategy decodable workbook series is a fun and effective tool to help your
learner become a confident reader and speller. So, follow the stars, and enjoy the journey of
learning together!
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