What is PHONICS ?

Hi there,  Phonics defines the relationship between written letters and spoken sounds. For instance, the knowledge that the letter “B” makes a “buh” sound is phonics.

As a year 1 English teacher, I find that my students are finding it hard to read in English, as they are not sure enough the correct pronunciation of the words. Unlike the English Language, Malay and Tamil languages have their own syllable sounding systems. I can see that my pupils have started reading fluently in Malay and Tamil but not in English. Since I started to teach reading through 'Phonics' I can differences in my pupils.

I don't deny that the English Language has weird sound systems but it is fun when you are into it!!!