Intermediate Kit
The Intermediate Kit is the second in the series to focus on the acquisition of high frequency words and follows on from the Beginner Kit. A student may commence the program from this stage if they can accurately and consistently identify in excess of 60 sight words
Included in kit:
A fully comprehensive manual
Resource CD or download link with over 120 downloadable activities
6 X 10 sets of high frequency words
Picture books to match sets one and two
Space to add individual activities or personal books
Notes:
The manual provided steps through the implementation of the Intermediate Kit as well as outlining the research behind the program.There are 10 sets that make up the Intermediate Kit. Each set focuses on learning 6 high frequency words. In total, the Intermediate Kit teaches 60 words.
The kit contains individual word cards and matching mats that are required to complete the activities. Two of each word card and three matching mats are included for each set of words. The instructional manual steps through how to use these as a part of the teaching process.
Reading Books have also been included to accompany Set 1 and Set 2 in the Intermediate Kit. These books reinforce the words being learnt through two books, one easy and one hard. Four books in total are included in the Intermediate Kit. For the remaining sets (3-10) it is recommended that additional books are developed or sourced by the user.
A resource disc or download link is included as a part of the Intermediate Kit. The resource disc includes digital files for Activity Sheets (120 pages in total), Checklist to monitor student progress, Blank Word Card Templates, Leapfrog Lilypad Template, Swat the Word, Fly Template, Bingo Template and Puzzle Template. Templates are included for games such as Leap Frog and Swat the Word. These are fun and interactive games that are explained in the manual. These games are designed to keep students engaged and ensure that learning is fun and enjoyable.
Worksheets have been included on the resource CD. There are two pages of activities for each word included in the kit. The writing activities are designed to help develop students understanding of the link between reading and writing. When learning to read each new word, it is recommended that the student is also learning how to write this word.