Easy Spelling's Sound Dictionary: Unlocking the symphony of language: a Vital resource for educationalists, teachers, and parents, revealing the melody of over 4500 words.: 1 - Softcover

Grayson, Pat Paul

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0645276189 ISBN 13: 9780645276183

Publisher: Heart Space Publications, 2024

Synopsis

An Invaluable Phonics Reference

At the heart of early language and literacy development lies phonics.

Easy Spelling's Sound Dictionary is a comprehensive reference designed to support educators, teachers, parents, and advanced learners in understanding and teaching the sound structure of English.

A Comprehensive and Practical Resource

This sound dictionary:

1. Categorises words by shared sound patterns, enabling learners to recognise, practise, and master phonemes systematically. Each sound group includes authentic word examples and clear contextual sentences.
2. Aligns with modern phonics and structured literacy approaches, supporting evolving curriculum requirements across English-speaking countries.
3. Supports lesson planning and instruction, offering teachers a reliable, time-saving reference that enhances classroom delivery and learner engagement.
4. Clarifies pronunciation nuances, making it particularly valuable for educators and advanced learners where English is not the first language.

With over 4,500 carefully selected word examples, organised into 42 sound groups, Easy Spelling's Sound Dictionary reveals the underlying patterns of English spelling and pronunciation, helping learners move from decoding to confident reading and spelling.

This is not a children's picture dictionary - it is a professional phonics tool designed for real-world teaching and learning.

About this title

About the Authors

Pat is the CEO of EasySpelling from which the Sound Dictionary was created. Pat is an author of some 10 titles.

Jenny Lamond was a qualified teacher, who created the Jenny Lamond method of the teaching of spelling. It was Jenny who first compiled the Sound Dictionary, with 42 sound groups and over 4500 sample words. For her contribution to remedial education she was awarded the Australian Order or Merit.

Edition details

• Publisher: Heart Space Publications
• Publication date: 2024
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0645276189
• ISBN 13: 9780645276183
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 154