Integrate multisensory learning into your reading instruction with the Little Minds at Work Learn to Read First 200 Words!
·Supports whole‑brain learning through visual, auditory, kinesthetic, and tactile engagement
·Builds blending, decoding, encoding, and word‑building skills using Science of Reading best practices
·Encourages active phonics practice with magnetic wands, chips, and press‑ems
·Works well for small groups, whole‑class lessons, centers, or at‑home learning
·Includes 25 double‑sided picture word strips plus reusable tools for repeated practice
This hands-on resource stimulates visual, auditory, kinesthetic, and tactile experiences, allowing children to engage in whole brain learning on their path to becoming successful readers. The Little Minds at Work Learn to Read First 200 Words is specifically designed to align with the best practices of Science of Reading. Children will love using this captivating resource while developing their blending, word building, decoding, and encoding skills! This interactive tool is perfect for small group instruction, whole-group lessons, independent literacy centers, or at home. With 25 double-sided picture word strips, children can practice sounding out high-frequency words using magnetic wands or press-ems—making phonics practice both fun and effective. As children blend sounds together, they use the magnetic wand to pick up chips, reinforcing phonemic awareness through movement and play. Includes1 Write-on/wipe-off Sound Segmenting Tray, 1 Dry-erase Marker, 1 Magnetic Wand, 6 Chips, 6 Press-ems, 1 Chipboard Heart, and 25 Double-sided Picture Word Strips. Tara West has been involved in education for 15 years, serving as an early childhood educator, a curriculum writer, and a professional development speaker. Tara believes in the importance of creating instructional materials and resources that are fun and engaging to students and supporting the teachers who use her materials.